Key specs – Group: 0+/1; Item weight: 11kg; Attachment method: Isofix; Additional features: Rotating seat, washable cover, no-rethread harness, 2yr guarantee This modular design allows you to either lift the car seat out in one go or take your little one ergonomically out in the soft carrier, leaving the safety shell in the car. This makes moving your baby – especially if they’re sleeping – to and from your car easy. This car seat is compatible with all Maxi-Cosi stroller frames, too. Suitable from: Birth to approximately 12 years | Safety credentials: i-Size (R129/03), side impact protection | Fixing system: ISOFIX | Weight: 14.4kg | Guarantee: 3 years What we love I have this one, it’s great. It’s heavy, but I don’t really take it out of the car so it’s not been a problem for me” - tried and tested by Mumsnet user, DillybearHollie: I would recommend this car seat to a fellow mum because of the rotating seat and the fixed isofix which was straightforward to install (when you know how). Fastening my baby into the car seat is also really straight forward and there are lots of different options to make the seat suitable for your little one e.g. booster cushion, newborn insert etc. If you like the style of the Joie i-Spin 360 but have a smaller budget, the Graco Turn2Me is a cheaper alternative with a similar design. While the safety features aren’t quite as extensive, this seat still boasts a four-star safety rating with ADAC (the German car seat tester that goes beyond European safety credentials). Key specs – Group: Children 4-12 years or 150cm in height; Item weight: 7.5kg; Attachment method: Isofix; Additional features: Adjustable headrest There are currently 2 different car seat standards in the EU. R44 (legally known as ECE R44/04) car seats are divided into groups based on weight, with some covering multiple groups. Turn2Me R44 is based on these standards.

But if she's only 6 months old she won't be able to go in these seats yet as she's unlikely to be sitting well enough. Interested in an ISOFIX car seat? Find out more with our guide here, including information about our best-selling models It is the longest lasting spin seat by height and tends to last until around 110cm rather than the more typical 105cm. Yes, you can wash the covers in your washing machine with cold water only on the delicate cycle. Drip dry, and do not use bleach.The biggest fear many parents have is that their exhausted brains forget to remind them that their child is still in their car seat when they leave the car and the unimaginable happens. The Sirona 360 allays that fear because the chest clip is “smart,” connecting to an app and alarm on your phone that lets you know if your child is still in the car or if they’ve opened the clip while the car is moving. Yes, it can be a pain if your partner is in the car with the child while you run in the store, but the safety and peace of mind it brings cannot be overstated. We have the Joie i-Spin 360 and it's brilliant. It lasts until they are about four, so good value too” - recommended by Mumsnet user, Cosybelles I have a Maxi-Cosi AxissFix and wouldn't hesitate to buy the same again. The mechanism is still smooth after a lot of use (constant use for 4 yrs). It has a good deep recline and hooks to hold the straps out of the way” - tried and tested by Mumsnet user, Happycow It also uses energy reduction technology, which improves the safety performance of the Sirona Gi i-Size during forward-facing travel if you choose to switch the car seat to forward-facing from 15 months.

Unlike 90 or 180-degree swivel seats, 360 car seats allow parents to choose between forward-facing and rearward-facing seating positions, rotating the entire unit in a few simple steps without needing to unclip or reinstall the seat. Is a front-facing or a rear-facing car seat safer?

What Our Tester Loved: In our testing, one of the features we found to be the most intriguing is that the foam, which is rated for side-impact crashes, doesn’t feel overly rigid or uncomfortable as many car seats can. It feels luxurious. It was by far the easiest to clean rotating car seat we tried, with the base never getting gunked up, and the machine-washable, dryer-safe fabrics were easy to remove, clean, and deodorize. The cup holders are also dishwasher-safe. With steel strength technology, automatic side impact shields and failsafe ISOFIX installation, your baby will be safe and comfortable from birth to around 4 years of age. Suitable from: From 61 to 105 cm (approx. 3 months to 4 years) or from birth (40cm) with the newborn inlay which is sold separately | Safety credentials: i-Size (R129), integrated Linear Side-impact Protection (LSP), energy reduction technology for safer forward-facing, travel rear-facing for longer | Fixing system: ISOFIX | Weight: 13kg | Guarantee: 3 years What we love

Cybex has a great reputation for safety, and the Cybex Sirona Gi i-Size is no exception. A strong and sturdy 360 car seat with simple ISOFIX installation, it offers Linear Side-impact Protection (LSP) for increased safety in the event of a side-impact collision. With a padded newborn insert and integrated side impact protection, it offers significant comfort for your baby, while being a lightweight and portable option should you need to switch between cars. It does have a shorter lifespan than some 360 models, but you can upgrade later to the Maxi Cosi Pearl 360 which is suitable for up to four years.

How to choose the best 360 car seat

What’s most impressive about the Motion All Size 360 is that it can be used from newborn to approximately 12 years of age, so you won’t need to invest in numerous car seats as they grow. Its 360-degree rotating design also adapts to your child as they grow, with easy-to-remove natural bamboo inserts and a stowaway harness. Turn2Me i-Size R129 meets the new R129 (legally known as ECE R129) standards. The main differences in these standards are that car seats are based on your child’s height, undergo more side impact testing, and ensure children sit rearward facing until they reach 15 months and 75cm. Turn2Me i-Size is based on these standards. In our car seat buying guide, you can learn more about car seat standards and help figure out which car seat is right for you.