The Best Car Seat For Your Child
The choices for car seats can be overwhelming. However, the best seat is one that will fit your child's car and vehicle and will be properly used every time.
We looked beyond the limits of height and weight to find the most comfortable seats that have passed the most rigorous crash tests.
1. Axkid ONE 2
The Axkid ONE 2 is one of the most modern car seat models that are available today. It lets children be rear-facing until the age of 7 years. Its unique design, which has a sliding rail system that adjusts legroom means it can fit tall children as well as being small enough to be used with just two seat belts for small cars.
The Axkid ONE 2 was praised for its high level of safety. It has passed the Swedish Plus test and been tested by the toughest crash tests in the world. This makes it among the most safe car seats on the market. It also comes with other features that distinguish it from other brands. For example the ISOFIX installation process is quick and secure in only 30 seconds.
Another thing that makes the Axkid One 2 stand out is its capacity to provide various legroom positions that can be adjusted to your child's height, ranging from the shortest to the longest position. These are clearly identified with stickers to ensure a secure install, and all of them have been tested for crash. You can put your child in the most comfortable position by placing their legs against the backrest.
The Axkid One 2, like all of Axkid's car seats are quite light which makes it easy to move between cars or to put away when not in use. It's also compact and slim, making it a great choice for smaller vehicles or hatchbacks. Axkid also offers a comprehensive simple, numbered instruction manual and helpful images that show you how to correctly install the seat into your vehicle.
The Axkid ONE 2 costs PS600 for a color version that is a core. The Axkid One 2 is a distinct model that isn't able to be compared with other models. But its safety features and durability make it worth the premium price. Axkid offers a one-year warranty on all of their products. This gives you peace-of-mind that you've have made the right decision.
2. Cybex Sirona 360 Plus
The Cybex Sirona 360 Plus, one of the seats that rotate that are becoming more popular it helps parents get their children into their seats with less effort. We love the way it spins and the fact that it's a top-ranked seat overall but it's also expensive, and doesn't do well in crash test analyses, and it's not suitable for use on planes (unless you're Canadian).
That said, this is an excellent car seat that we'd recommend to families looking to reduce the amount of work they face when getting their child in and out of the car. The swivel feature lets you quickly turn the seat to forward-facing, making it much easier to move your baby. It's also very comfortable for your child with ample padding and a nice cover, as well as SensorSafe technology that detects your child's movements during the event of a crash.
Rear-facing seats allow your child to attain up to 50% more security than a forward-facing seat. This is due to the fact that they are pushed towards the seat shell which reduces and distributes the impact force. The Integrated Linear Side Impact Protection shields your child against crashes on the side or back of your vehicle.
If you're trying to compare the Cybex against other car seats, its installation can be a pain and it's not compatible with all cars So, make sure to check that it fits yours before you buy it. The shoulder height adjustment has 12 height options, as well as three crotch position. It may take some time to find the right fitting, but it's not difficult. The harness buckle and chest clip are easy to open and use.
The Cybex has another benefit that makes it a great option for extended rear-facing. There's no lawful limit to how long your child can remain in the rear-facing position. This isn't something we recommend for all children as they need to be changed to an alternative car seat as they increase in height.
3. Silver Cross Motion All Size 360
The Silver Cross Motion All Size 360 car seat is a top quality product that's surprisingly inexpensive. It's suitable for children from birth to approximately four years old. infant car seat rear facing can rotate 360 degrees, making it easy to get into. It also includes infant inserts and 8 headrest positions that expand with your child, ensuring they sit in the most comfortable position.
The i-Size car seat features a handy harness hook that can be stowed away that keeps the harness out of the way when you're ready to secure your child in. It's also extremely comfortable for children due to the memory foam padding. Children are less likely than adults to stay still when they're unhappy!
This car seat comes as not a surprise to be awarded the Mother&Baby Awards for Best Multi-Stage Car Seat 2022. It is certified to the R129 safety standard, and has been tested thoroughly. This provides you with peace of peace of. Additionally, it was awarded the highest score during the test conducted in autumn for ADAC car seats, so you're guaranteed to be safe and secure.
Another great thing about the Motion is that it's made to last for a long period of time. Contrary to other car seats, which stop being secure once your child reaches taller than 145cm, this one will ensure they are safe until they reach the age of 12 years old. This is a huge benefit for families who might need more than one car seat over the course of their lives and grandparents who have children with different ages.
The only downside to this car seat is that it does not come with a manual however, you can download the Silver Cross app for step-by-step instructions for installation and video tutorials. It's an excellent feature to have and it's definitely something worth checking out if you're looking for a top-rated convertible car seat.
Compare and compare and contrast the Silver Cross Motion with other models available. Some of the rivals like the Cosatto Nania Revo or the Cuggl Owl don't offer a 360-degree rotating car seat, but they do offer a rear-facing extension for your child up to the age of 4 and forward-facing for children up to 12 years. 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 well-regarded staple of the industry. Parents love them for their simplicity of use and safety features. The B-Safe 35 Gen 2 is the most recent version of this popular seat. It's been updated with more interior space and new features. The B-Safe 35 Elite also comes with an additional layer of protection, called Complete Side Impact Protect PLUS. This uses energy-absorbing material to shield your baby’s head and neck in an accident. The B-Safe 35 features SafeCell Technology. This honeycomb design compresses during an accident, absorbing energy and lowering the center of gravity. This helps to prevent neck injuries caused by backward movement. The base is small enough to fit a three-car seats across in most automobiles. The seat is available in a range of fashionable fabrics that include Black, Meadow and Red for the standard B Safe 35, and Aqua, Domino and CowMooflage for the B Safe 35 Elite.
The B-Safe is a fantastic infant car seat, however it doesn't compare to the best options in our rankings due to other factors. It has low chest clip scores and an average HIC score, which means it won't be as secure as other infant car seats in the event of a collision with a vehicle's front.
Like its predecessor, the new model has an outstanding LATCH system that comes with built-in slide lockoffs that grab the belt tightly. It also has lower anchor connectors with push-ons that make it easy to tighten. It has a handy feature that allows the handle to be rotated beyond the canopy without having to take off the handle and rethread harness. We observed that the handle is stiffer than other models, and it will become harder as it gets more soiled.
We were pleased that the belt path is clearly marked for the installation without the base. This is a wonderful feature for families that are frequently in ride-share vehicles or putting the car seat in a car with strangers. We also appreciate that the headrest is adjustable in various positions so that your child can develop comfortably.