The Best Car Seat For Your Child

When it comes to car seats, the options can seem overwhelming. The best car seat is the one that is a good fit for your child and your car and is used correctly every time.

We went beyond the weight and height restrictions to find the best seats, which have passed the most rigorous crash tests.

1. Axkid ONE 2

The Axkid ONE 2 is one of the most innovative car seat models available today. It allows children to sit in a rear-facing position until the age of 7 years old. The innovative design of the Axkid One 2 comes with an adjustable sliding system that can adjust the legroom. It can accommodate taller children, and is compact enough to use only two seat belts.

The Axkid ONE 2 has been highly praised for its superior level of safety. It was evaluated by the toughest crash tests, and also passed the Swedish Plus test - making it one of the safest car seats on the market. It also has other features that set it apart from its competitors. For instance the ISOFIX installation is easy and secure in just 30 seconds.

Axkid's ONE 2 is also unique in that it offers various legroom positions, from the shortest position to the longest. These are clearly labeled with stickers to ensure a secure install, and all of them have been tested for safety. You can put your child in the most comfortable position by putting their legs on the backrest.

The Axkid One 2 is lightweight baby car seat as are all Axkid car seats. This makes it easy to transport between cars and to put away when not in use. It's also relatively small, with a slim design that makes it a good choice for smaller cars and hatchbacks. Axkid provides a comprehensive, easy-to follow numbered instruction guide as well as helpful photos to help you install the seat properly in your vehicle.

The Axkid ONE 2 isn't cheap with a base colour version costing PS600. The Axkid ONE 2 is a unique model that isn't able to be compared to other models. But its safety features and durability make it worth the price. Axkid offers a one-year warranty on all their products. This gives you peace-of-mind that you made the right choice.

2. Cybex Sirona 360 Plus

The Cybex Sirona 360 Plus, one of the rotating-style seats which are getting more popular, helps parents to get their children into their seats with less effort. It's a great thing that it spins however it's expensive, does not perform well in crash tests and is not suitable for use on planes (unless you are Canadian).

This is an excellent car seat that we would suggest to families who wish to reduce the amount of effort they face when putting their child in and out of the car. The swivel allows you to quickly change the seat from rear-facing to forward-facing, making it much easier to maneuver your baby. It's also very comfortable for your child, with ample padding and a comfortable cover, and SensorSafe technology that monitors your child during the event of a crash.

Rear-facing seats allow your child to achieve up to 50% more safety than a seat that is forward-facing. This is due to the fact that they are pushed toward the seat shell which decreases and distributes the impact force. The Linear Integrated Side Impact Protection protects your child against crashes on the side or back of your vehicle.

When you compare the Cybex with other car seats, it's difficult to install and is not compatible with every vehicle. Be sure to check before you buy that it is compatible with your. The adjustable shoulder height has 12 height options, as well as three crotch positions. It can take a while to find the perfect fit, but it is not difficult. The harness buckle and chest clip are both easy to use and open.

The Cybex also has a benefit: it is a good option for a rear-facing position that is extended. There's no lawful limit on how long your child can stay in the rear-facing position. This isn't something we would recommend for all children as they'll have to change to another car seat as they develop.

3. Silver Cross Motion All Size 360

The Silver Cross Motion All Size 360 is a high-end car seat that's actually quite affordable. It's suitable for children from birth until they are around four years old. It rotates 360 degrees to make it easy to get into. It also includes an infant insert and eight headrest positions that expand with your child so they always sit in the most comfortable position possible.

This i-Size car seat also comes with a handy stowaway harness hook that keeps the harness out of the way when you're ready to secure your child in. It's also extremely comfortable for children thanks to the memory foam padding. Children are less likely than adults to stay still when they're unhappy!

It's no wonder this car seat for newborn seat was voted the Best Multi Stage Car Seat at the Mother&Baby Awards 2022. It's certified to the latest R129 safety standard and rigorously tested, giving you ultimate assurance of safety. It also received the highest score during the autumn test of ADAC car seats, so you can be assured that it's safe and secure.

The Motion is also designed to last for an extended period of time. Contrary to other car seats that cease to be safe when your child is 145cm tall, this one will keep them safely secured until they're at a minimum of 12 years old. That's a big advantage for families who might need more than one car seat during the course of their childhoods and grandparents who might look after children with different ages.

The car seat does not come with a manual. However, you can download the Silver Cross App for video tutorials and step-by-step directions. It's a fantastic feature to have and it's definitely something worth checking out when you're in search of an excellent convertible car seat.

If you're thinking about buying the Silver Cross Motion, it's important to compare and contrast it with other models on the market. Some of the competitors like the Cosatto Nania Revo and the Cuggl Owl aren't equipped with a 360deg rotating seat but they do offer extended rear-facing until your child is four years old older and forward-facing until 12 years old. The Nania and Cuggle are also cheaper than the Silver Cross but they don't have the same excellent safety ratings or life span as this model.

4. Britax B-Safe 35

The B-Safe line of rear facing only car seats has long been a popular staple in the market. Parents love them for their convenience and safety features. The B-Safe 35 Gen 2 is the latest version of this popular seat. It's been upgraded with more internal space and new features. The B-Safe 35 Elite also includes an additional layer of safety called Complete Side Impact Protect PLUS. This uses energy-absorbing material to protect your baby's neck and head during a crash. The B-Safe 35 has SafeCell Technology, a honeycomb design that compresses in the event of a crash to absorb energy and lower the center of gravity, preventing the backward movement that can lead to neck injuries. The base is small enough to allow cars to accommodate three seats across, and the seat comes in several stylish fabrics including Black, Meadow, Red, and Sapphire for the regular B-Safe 35, and Aqua, Domino, CowMooflage, Red Pepper, and Vibe (all upgraded fabric) for the B-Safe 35 Elite.

The B-Safe is a fantastic infant car seat, however it isn't as good as the top options in our ratings due to other factors. It has an average chest clip and an average HIC score which means it might not be as safe as other infant car seats in the event of a frontal collision.

The new model, as its predecessor, features an excellent LATCH that has slide lockoffs that grab the vehicle belt with a firm grip and lower connectors with push-on connectors that make tightening easy. It also has a feature that lets the handle be rotated past the canopy, without having to take off the handle and rethread harness. We did notice that it is stiffer to turn than other models and could get harder in time as it gets dirtier.

We appreciated that the belt path is clearly marked for the installation without the base. This is a nice feature for families that are often in ride-share vehicles or putting the car seat in a car with strangers. We also appreciated that the headrest can be adjusted into various positions to provide your child with ample room.