10 best child car seats for 0-18 kg

An inexpensive Russian-made chair provides full protection for a newborn and a child up to 3-4 years old on the road.The chair has good side protection, which protects the neck and head of the child during sharp maneuvers and side impacts. For the convenience of the child, the belts are adjustable in height and adapt to summer / winter clothes, there are comfortable anatomical pillows. The thicket has 5 tilt positions - a child from a year old will already be able to follow the road or sleep in a comfortable position. The chair is fastened with the Isofix system or standard belts. True, some believe that the locks are small, uncomfortable and tightly fastened. But the weight of the chair itself is only 5.7 kg. It can be easily moved from one car to another.

A high-quality car seat, proven over the years, still retains its relevance due to the combination of safety, practicality and comfort. The isofix system with three indicators of correct installation and an additional anchor belt eliminates the possibility of mistake and misalignment of the seat. The double shock-resistant plastic of the body springs up during collisions, preventing injury to the child. The side protection system includes integrated pillows in the headrest. The model has a 90-degree swivel mechanism to the left and right for the convenience of planting the child and caring for him during stops.For the comfort of children, the bowl has 4 tilt positions, including a deep tilt for sleeping and relaxing. The height of the headrest and belts are adjustable according to the height of the child. Customers like the quality of the material, design, light weight and ease of use of the chair, but not everyone can afford its price.

A high-quality German car seat with a 360-degree swivel mechanism on its own base provides the ability to easily seat the child, take care of him during stops, and also choose whether the child will ride forward or backward. The design of the model makes it possible to carry the child with his back in the direction of travel until his height reaches 105 cm. If only the rider himself would be interested in riding without having his parents in sight. The proprietary protection system supports the shoulder girdle, has a comfortable headrest and straps that do not twist. For the convenience of the child in the chair there is a foam filler that adapts to his body, soft liners for newborns. Customers like the quality of the chair and a wide selection of colors. The only drawback, besides the high price, is the inability to use standard belts to install the chair.

This chair will fit in absolutely any car, as it is installed on regular seat belts. There is no popular Isofix system, which is considered the safest, but the cost of the seat is minimal, and the car's belts do their job quite well. The child can ride in this seat with his back or forward facing, the backrest is adjustable. There is an insert for kids, adjustment of internal belts. Users like the versatility and affordable price of this model, removable covers and low weight of the chair. True, some buyers complain that the internal belts are short and it is inconvenient to fasten children in winter clothes.

This chair is for those parents who want to protect the child as much as possible. Because the person sitting in it only rides backwards. At the same time, for ease of landing, the model is equipped with a 90-degree swivel mechanism to the left and right. When the belt is tightened, the protective side panels automatically extend. Three layers of padding in the headrest provide the child with comfort and safety in side impacts. The chair has the best ADAC crash test scores among the presented models, but it passed the more difficult Swedish Plus Test. The bowl has 6 positions, including a sleeping position. There is also a comfortable 3-piece newborn insert. The model is equipped with a built-in ventilation system and reduces the discomfort of the child when traveling in hot weather. The chair is designed for children up to 18 kg, however, not all children 2-4 years old are able to calmly move backwards, because they want to have in sight not only the road, but also their parents.

Budget armchair of Russian production with a reliable Isofix mounting system. True, with its help here you can seat the child only in the direction of travel. To transport a child backwards, which is considered the safest and most convenient for newborns, the seat is fixed only with standard belts. For the convenience and optimal position of the child, there are soft liners, a change in the height of the belts and an adjustment of the inclination of the car seat. The model has impact-resistant side protection, effective in side collisions. Buyers like the price of the chair, the choice of color, as well as the ability to install on regular belts, since not all cars have Isofix brackets. But not everyone likes the upholstery material.

A modern car seat with a swivel mechanism that allows you to carry your child backwards or forwards. The model meets the ECE 129 i-Size standards and provides reliable protection for the person sitting in an accident. The case has increased strength due to the reinforced frame and flexible plastic. Deep soft sidewalls and energy-absorbing memory panels protect against side impacts.The ventilation system keeps the child comfortable while traveling in the hot season. The chair has a comfortable footrest. Customers love the chair's smooth swivel, magnetic mounts, and easy headrest adjustment. The only drawback of the model is that it is presented in only 2 color options.

The flagship model of 2018 of the Carmate Ailebebe line, which implements all the latest technologies for the safety and comfort of a child from 0 to 18 kg. Reliable fastening with the “double lock” system eliminates the possibility of snapping only 1 lock and prevents the chair from tilting. A strong chair frame, shock-absorbing inserts throughout the body, high sidewalls - everything in this model is provided for safety. The protection of babies carried backwards is enhanced by the Baby Catch technology - upon impact, the frame dampens the impulse, shrinking at a certain angle. The model was tested by the Japanese agency NASVA and received a good rating. This indicates the exceptional reliability of the seat, because the Japanese crash test methods are tougher than European ones. Customers like everything about the car seat except for its weight. However, models with an Isofix base are not easy.

A 2019 model that scored well in ADAC crash tests. No wonder, because the technology used L.S.P. allowed to reduce the force of impact in a side collision by 25%, and ER-Tech - to reduce the load on the neck by 20% in a frontal impact. The comfort and correct fit of the child is ensured by a 12-step headrest height adjustment, 5 seat tilt positions when installed against the direction of the car and 3 steps - in the direction of the car. The chair is able to rotate 360 ​​°, which provides maximum comfort for both the child and parents during his landing. True, for this you will have to buy an Isofix base, which is not included in the package. And the cost of the chair in this case will increase by almost 2 times. Although it is already quite expensive. This version of the chair has a tactile and durable upholstery that is easy to wash in the washing machine.

Expensive, but noteworthy car seat for newborns and children up to 4 years. Mounted on the platform, it rotates 360 degrees, making it easier for the child to get in and allowing him to quickly change his position when riding (facing or back forward). The car seat is suitable for the smallest newborns, as it allows you to comfortably and securely fix a child only 40 cm tall. The model received a “good” rating in the ADAC crash tests for the SICT inside technology that protects the baby in side impacts, as well as for the Pivot Link anti-rollover system . Customers love the design, the adjustable bumper bar, the V-shaped headrest and high sides of the seat, the padded shoulder pads, and the ability to carry your child backwards for as long as possible. True, the price of the chair is not available to everyone.