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We seek ease of installation, useful angles and the ability to stay in place

According to British safety laws, babies must use a rear-facing car seat until they are 15 months old or weigh 9 kg. But the pressure of raising a child is great enough, and there is no challenge, because you can't see what's going on in that seat, and you have the urge to pull over every time you cough, cry or make strange noises.

The stroller rearview mirror is a smart solution that can help you alleviate this worry while still focusing on the road. Usually fixed on the headrest in front of the baby car seat, they can provide your child with a wide-angle field of view, so you can pay close attention to their performance in the rearview mirror (hopefully falling asleep).

But not all car rearview mirrors are the same-the best car rearview mirror will be firmly placed on the headrest, once the perfect angle is found, it can stay in place even on the most bumpy drive, so you You don’t have to adjust the time to take you to a certain place every time.

Installation should also be easy. Most are equipped with a tie or belt, buckle or Velcro, which is tightly wrapped around the headrest. Some brands are made of laser-cut acrylic, and some are shatter-resistant glass, but all brands should be crash tested and placed in your vehicle completely safely.

To help you make your choice, we have road-tested the best in-car baby rearview mirrors that cover all these factors and more-from high-street brands to more interesting designs, these are some of the best choices .

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There is a reason why Royal Rascals car rearview mirrors are available in yellow and black colors-this means that you can quickly spot your baby in the rearview mirror without having to look away from the road for more than a few seconds. We compared this product with the black version and really think it is easier to identify from the front seats. This family-run business has a full range of mirror types, but we tested the new lockable mirror, which has a lockable ball joint to make sure it won’t be accidentally knocked over. Just set the perfect angle (it can rotate 360 ​​degrees, so this shouldn't be a problem) and lock the position. The installation is of course very simple, the mirror provides a wide and clear view, and will not move when we drive through bumps. We also like the feel of the frame-unlike some other plastic frames we have tried, it is soft and very durable.

This large shatter-resistant acrylic mirror has an adjustable buckle attachment that can be tightly fixed on the headrest of the rear seat, which is very easy to install. It is large and large enough that you are unlikely to need to adjust the angle. In other words, it also has a good degree of curvature, so you can get the best view when you need it. Our testers particularly liked the soft-touch frame and stylish gray. Overall, a great kit at an affordable price.

Parents like this bright and colorful mirror as much as their children. The cute animal swayed from side to side with the movement of the car to soothe the baby-this was indeed effective for our tester, who reported that it distracted the baby for 30 minutes before he lost his temper. The padded frame is soft, with textured felt leaves, it feels like a premium product, and the mirror itself allows you to see the back seat clearly. A convenient purchase to provide entertainment for your children and give you peace of mind.

Best: For the complete package

This car rearview mirror is part of the neat small bag of the stroller and car safety giant Silvercross, which includes all the travel essentials you need to travel with your baby, such as parasols and car seat protectors. The rotatable convex mirror is of high quality-it has a sturdy plastic frame with foam padding on the back to protect your seat, and adjustable straps to hold it firmly even in the most bumpy rides. Our testers found it very easy to adjust using the pivot, so you can see the baby clearly from the front. All in all, the price of this bundle may feel a lot, but when you add up the individual items and realize the quality of the car rearview mirror alone, it is actually quite a bargain.

Our testers like the wide convex mirror, which provides a very clear view of the baby's back without distortion. Their little guy not only likes to see himself, but also likes to see the mother in front of him. Colorful plush elephants (and birds, not shown) will allow the baby to participate, as will the bright colors and patterns around the mirror. There are three sewing loops at the bottom for you to connect your baby's favorite toy or teether. In terms of compatibility, this mirror can be installed on a seat with or without headrest. It can also double as a mirror for the crib.

Best: full view

Ease of installation is one of the biggest selling points of this Boots mirror, but we are also impressed by the fact that it provides such a wide-angle baby at the back without blocking any rear visibility. It is even suitable for cars with fixed headrest seats-just use the longitudinal fixing strap and fasten it firmly. For the high street mirror, we were very impressed with its size and quality, not to mention the clarity of the mirror itself. The edges are soft to the touch, and the cute soft padding on the back can also protect your headrest.

It's hard not to believe a brand like Mamas & Papas, which is the first choice for many parents when they buy products for their babies. Its own brand car rearview mirror is slightly more expensive than some other car rearview mirrors on the street, but it can do the job. Multiple attachments make it suitable for most vehicles. We believe that the quality of the convex mirror is very good, providing very good visibility and completely distortion-free images. It also has very good flexibility, allows you to get the perfect angle and the strap feels safe.

If you think of taking your baby on an epic car trip, you will feel scared (and you won’t be the only person...) reminding Taf Toys’ in-car play center, it not only has a baby safety mirror, it can be used for facing Children in the back, but there are also many soft activity toys. There are clinking kimmy koalas, crumpled rainbows, and rattling snails with teether, all of which can be adjusted according to the baby's height. We found that it is really easy to install-it only needs to be fixed to the headrest with an adjustable Velcro strap. The mirror itself is smaller than other mirrors, but the shape is perfect-it is curved to get the maximum view, and the clarity is very good. Our tester’s children love bright colors and funny sounds. The product is soft, close-fitting, and of very good quality. The rattling noise while driving may take some time to get used to...but who cares if the baby is so happy? !

We cannot deny the brilliance of Royal Rascals' lockable mirrors at such a favorable price point. It is flexible, easy to install and has a sturdy base, which means there is almost no vibration when driving. It even has a small "baby on board" sign! Great value.

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