Rating of the TOP-12 infant carriers for newborns: review of the best models with the possibility of a lying position

Up to 1.5 years

Chicco Kiros i-Size

20213.7

Chicco Kiros i-Size + Kiros i-Size base
20210.5

Maxi-Cosi Marble
Not available in Russia20214.2

Peg Perego Primo Viaggio Lounge
20213.6

Peg Perego Primo Viaggio Lounge + i-Size base
20214.3

Silver Cross Simplicity Plus
20213.7

Silver Cross Simplicity Plus + Simplifix Isofix base
20214.3

From 3 to 12 years

Cybex Solution S i-Fix

21 790 20214.2

Joie i-Traver
16 000 20214.1

Recaro Mako Elite 2
20 843 20214.0

You can view all crash test results in our ADAC summary table.

Product comparison

Now let's compare all the children's car seats described above:

The best inexpensive infant carriers

Siger Aegis Lux

• Bright design
• Country Russia
• Price: 2675 RUR
• Rating (2021): 8.5

The car seat meets safety standards. It can additionally be used as a carrier and rocking chair. Installed using standard car seat belts, Isofix base is not provided. The chair comes complete with a removable hood, headrest and soft liner for the baby's back. The handle is adjustable in four positions. The three-point belts of the device itself have three height positions and soft pads on the shoulders and in the groin area. Many users appreciated the bright design.

• Advantages
  The most budget model
• Detachable hood
• Design
• Range
• Light weight

Happy Baby Skyler V2

• Price-quality ratio
• Country: China
• Price: 3322 RUR
• Rating (2021): 9

The restraint system includes a newborn insert with a pillow for a horizontal position and a sun visor that is completely removable or hidden behind the backrest. The carrier is lightweight and has a comfortable handle, which is convenient for transportation. The cradle can also be used as a rocking chair, which can be fixed by resting on the handle. Deep sidewalls reduce the load in a side collision. The car seat is certified, but has not been crash tested.

• Advantages
  Certified
• The most budget
• Lightweight
• Design
• Sunshield
• Newborn insert

Nania BEONE SP First

• The safest among budget ones
• Country: France
• Price: 2990 RUR
• Rating (2021): 10

During crash testing by the ADAC club, the car seat received a “good” rating. This is an excellent result for a budget model. Fixed in the car with standard seat belts. The cradle has a comfortable deep seat and an additional soft mattress with a headrest. The kit also includes a canopy that protects from the sun. The carrying handle has four positions. The internal seat belts are adjustable in height in three positions and in depth. This model has received good customer reviews.

• Advantages
  Price
• Light weight
• Range
• Detachable hood

The lightest

ForKiddy Little One

pros

• little weight
• low price
• availability of database
• sun awning on a separate mount
• Includes foot cover

Minuses

• It’s inconvenient to remove the chair from the base
• For a child over 10 kg, winter clothes are already a bit tight

From 5500 ₽

ForKiddy Little One is the lightest model in the rating of infant carriers. Its weight is only 2.3 kg. The product is functionally no different from models in its series. There is a sun canopy, a handle adjustable in 3 positions, three-point straps and pads, an anatomical pillow. The kit additionally includes a cape for the legs, and there is also a base for installation.

Lorelli Bodyguard

pros

• attractive design
• high side edges
• backrest tilt adjustment
• low price

Minuses

• The belt is barely long enough to fasten the seat

From 5000 ₽

Adapts to the child's needs and ensures good safety on the road. The body has fairly high sides that provide protection for the child's head. There is an adjustable backrest with a fixed position. The chair has a comfortable tilt and is easy to install in the car.

From 1 to 12 years

Britax Römer Advansafix M i-Size

28 499 20213.2

Cybex Pallas G i-Size
37 990 20214.0

Recaro Tian Elite
28 106 20213.4

Manufacturer's choice

Before you figure out which car seat is best for a newborn, you need to identify several well-known and trusted brands that produce the highest quality products for babies. The leaders in this area are the following companies:

• Chicco is a very well-known and large brand that has its own laboratories and research centers, which allows the quality of any product to be checked. All their products are of high quality, meeting the requirements and desires of children, emotional, psychological and other needs.
• CAM is a company known for its individuality, quality and responsible approach to product creation. The company follows trends, so the products are of high quality.
• Lorelli is a Bulgarian company that is characterized by affordable prices for baby seats. The main difference from competitors is that their chairs can support up to 18 kg.
• Nania Trona is a French company used by about 30% of European parents. The priority goal is child safety, so the brand uses its own laboratory to check seats and conduct tests.
• Siger is a Russian brand whose main goal is to create safe and comfortable car seats that will be comfortable for children from birth. The products themselves are considered budget, with an average pricing policy of 4,000 rubles.
• Avionaut is considered one of the leaders in the production of seats for newborns, the main office is located in Poland. Many parents highlight the external beauty, very durable materials of the bassinets and full compliance with safety standards.
• Britax Romer - the brand produces car seats for children from 0 to 4 years old and more. For newborns, products have additional protection in the event of a side collision. Installation can be in different directions of travel, it is possible to change the angles of the backrest.
• Recaro is a well-known German brand whose main work is the production of seats, including for children. Before production begins, each variant undergoes several crash tests to avoid danger to children.

Before you start examining the best car bassinets for newborns, it is recommended to determine some selection rules.

How to choose a car seat

The baby's first seat should certainly be safe, since even sudden braking can harm the baby's already fragile body. Also, do not forget about comfort and other important details. Read on to find out what criteria to pay attention to when choosing a car seat.

• Safety. The infant carrier must be certified according to safety standards. The crash tests carried out clearly show how safe a particular device model is and what damage a collision can cause. First of all, pay attention to both of these indicators. Also a big plus will be additional protection on the sides in the form of linings or additional retractable elements.
• Comfort. For small passengers, various soft inserts and soft bolsters are provided to reduce the seating angle. The headrests, backrest and seat belts are also adjustable for comfort. Newborn babies usually sleep when traveling, so it is important that they are comfortable.
• Child parameters. Car seats are intended for children aged 0 to 1.5 years. But all children grow differently, so we focus on a weight of up to 13 kilograms and a height of about 80 centimeters. Take into account the density of your clothing.
• Price. You shouldn’t skimp on your child’s safety, but not everyone can afford an expensive device and even a base for it. Based on how often you will use the chair. You shouldn’t assume that it will only last a year, since this is your baby’s most important year.
• Case material. Preference is given to breathable materials, since children often sweat in chairs. Some manufacturers offer optional cotton covers to solve this problem. Also, the fabric should be soft and pleasant, because your baby will touch it with his face.

Baby car seats 0+ are the most popular model from birth. It is the choice of the first chair that you need to approach with all responsibility and study all the details, especially if this is your first time. Also remember to check the selected model for compatibility with your car. Our list includes the best infant carriers based on the criteria listed above, as well as customer and expert reviews. The selection is divided into 3 parts according to price range.

Useful materials to choose from

The best premium infant carriers

Simple Parenting Doona +

• 2 in 1 device
• Country: Israel
• Price: 28899 RUR
• Rating (2021): 9

The car seat has been tested to strict European standards and has been rated "Good" in crash testing. The 2 in 1 device can be used as a stroller and as a car seat. The seat can be installed either on an Isofix base or using car seat belts.

The car seat comes with a protective car seat cover. But users write that when folding and installing it is impossible not to get yourself and the car dirty. There is also a pillow and mattress for newborns made of bamboo fiber. The five-point harness securely holds the baby in place. The comfortable handle has three positions and when positioned towards you, it can be pulled out for convenient use as a stroller.

• Advantages
  Maneuverable
• Convenient for shopping centers and travel
• Mattress for a newborn
• Compact

Cybex Cloud Q

• The best car seat according to crash tests
• Country: Germany
• Price: 25190 RUR
• Rating (2021): 10

A high-quality car seat, one of the top safe restraint devices. Telescopic side impact protection reduces impact energy during a collision. The cradle is secured in the car with a standard seat belt; you can also purchase an Isofix base. It can be mounted on a chassis and used as a stroller. In this case, the carrier unfolds into a completely horizontal position.

The package includes a mattress for newborns, thanks to which the baby takes the correct position. The chair has a large canopy that covers the baby up to the chest. It is made of sun protection fabric SPF 50+. The headrest is adjustable in eleven positions and the belts go along with it. The carrying handle also has multiple tilt stages.

• Advantages
  Safe
• Folds out to a lying position
• Can be placed on chassis
• Large visor
• Design

Fines for not having a car seat

According to clause 22.9 of the traffic rules, children under 7 years old must be transported strictly in car seats suitable for the age and weight of the child, and from 7 to 12 years old boosters can be used. The fine for violating this regulation is 3,000 rubles, but this is a significant part of the cost of the car seat itself.

also prohibited to transport children in the arms of their parents or in slings, and if the car is equipped with airbags, it is prohibited to install the car seat in the front seat rearward facing.