Small hands are shaking. The crying intensifies. A soft little noise confirms that Doudou has decided to see if the seat in the front bench is more comfortable than the arms of its little owner. Unable to respond to Baby’s crying right away: you are driving, and only the back of his car seat is visible in your position. What could have made your offspring angry? You will only know it when, tired of war, you park on the side of the road to check the cause of its cries.

In the series of gadgets that make life easier for mothers, the baby mirror represents a rising trend that combines road safety and peace of mind for parents. Indeed, this mirror allows you to see what your child is doing when their car seat is placed with their back to the direction of travel, and to interact with them throughout the journey, without sacrificing your safety. How? ‘Or’ What ? Simply by attaching it to the headrest of the seat facing your cherub. So, with a simple glance in your rearview mirror, you can see both the cars following you and the faces of Charles or Justine!

To help you make the right choice, Best Comparatif  has reviewed for you 5 baby mirrors worthy of accompanying you and your little family on all your travels. And if you’re having trouble deciding which one best suits your needs, feel free to take a look at our buying guide at the end of this review!

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In the car with baby thanks to these quality mirrors!

1. Omorc  – Unbreakable baby car mirror
2. Amzdeal  – Baby mirror cheap
3. Royal Rascals  – Baby Car Mirror
4. MyHappyRide  – Baby car mirror
5. MVPower – Very good baby mirror

Omorc – Unbreakable baby car mirror

With its generous dimensions (30 x 19.5 x 4 cm) and slight curvature, this baby mirror gives you a wide and clear view at a glance. Rectangular in shape, it has many advantages that combine ease of use and safety for your child:

360 ° orientation, perfect for finding the best viewing angle and observing baby in a single glance in your own rear-view mirror;

a fixing system with an adjustable double strap , completed by a foam reinforcement at the back of the mirror , which allows you to attach it to the headrests without damaging the covering

a mirror in unbreakable acrylic and black polymer plastic , reinforced by a flexible rubber frame to protect baby in the event of a fall.

Easy to attach and remove , this mirror is perfect for parents who do not want to compromise between optimal field of vision and safety for their children. Users are satisfied with the size of this mirror and its speed of installation. However, some note a fragility at the level of the mirror orientation ball, which is too thin and brittle, as well as poor resistance to vibrations during travel, which makes it necessary to readjust the orientation of the mirror each time it is used.

Amzdeal – Baby mirror cheap

A little lighter than the other models, this baby mirror is not left out in terms of its dimensions (30x19x2.6cm) and its ease of use. This rests on an articulated plastic support, which allows a 360 ° orientation of the mirror. This support attaches securely to any type of car headrest, thanks to its two adjustable straps, to be crossed at the back of the headrest. Rounded at the corners, this mirror features a curved shatterproof acrylic mirror encased in a resistant black plastic structure . No risk of breakage in the event of an accidental fall! Simple in design and use, this baby mirror is good value for moneyaccording to its users. But there again, some note a slight fragility at the level of the articulated arm, which oscillates during journeys, or even breaks, in certain cases. It is therefore an interesting product for a first test, if you are not quite convinced of the usefulness of this accessory in your car!

Royal Rascals – Baby Car Mirror

If you are looking for a smaller baby mirror that will not go unnoticed , the Royal rascals surveillance mirror is for you! A little smaller than the other models we have reviewed (24.5 x 5 x 17.5cm), this mirror stands out with its bright yellow frame that catches your eyeat first glance in your own rearview mirror. It also has a base that slightly dampens vibrations, while being rotatable through 360 °. So you will be able to see how your baby behaves during the journey from your seat, even on bumpy country roads. This baby mirror attaches to the headrests of your car by clipping and adjusting the two cross straps at the back, for more stability while you are driving. A small bonus gift from Royal Rascals: a small “Baby on board” sign that can be vacuumed on the back shelf of your car to invite other drivers to be more careful.

Despite its size considered more suitable for the narrow rear ranges of cars, and its color that does not go unnoticed, we notice that the vibration damping device does not live up to the manufacturer’s promises. Many users also deplore the absence of a small light to illuminate the mirror during night driving in order to further improve this product considered to be very satisfactory.

MyHappyRide – Baby car mirror

The My Happy ride baby mirror is also a small jig in this selection (24 x 17 cm), which allows you to keep an eye on your offspring without losing a field of rear vision. Unlike other models, you will not have to clip this mirror to a bracket to be able to attach it to the headrest

from your back seat. Indeed, all the parts of the mirror (the fixing support, the swivel arm for the orientation of the mirror and the mirror itself) are already assembled to each other , to gain in strength, but also in comfort. No more annoying little clicking because of a binding that is a little too flexible! Quick to set up, thanks to its two adjustable straps, this mirror offers a clear and undistorted image of your child’s little hands when their back is to you . Supplied with a small microfiber cloth for maintenance , this mirror is considered satisfactory, especially because of its stability in turns and slightly damaged roads. However, it remains a little more expensive than the other product ranges. proposed, without offering any more notable particular features.

MVPower – Very good baby mirror

To end this review, we offer a large 30 × 19 cm rear-view mirror to monitor your baby when you install it rearward-facing, from the MVPower brand . The mirror is made of acrylic tested and guaranteed to be shatterproof and the frame of soft plastic , for added safety in the event of an unexpected fall. Its black color allows it to be discreet when hung on the headrests of your seats. This mirror is fixed using two adjustable straps, crossed at the back of the support. Adjustable in all directions (360 °) thanks to its pivot axis , it offers you an even greater field of vision due to its slight curvature.

In use, people who bought this mirror are satisfied with the image returned by the mirror, large and not distorted, and underline the practical and nomadic side of this object. However, several have complained in comments of purchases of the lower quality of the straps (sometimes disjointed) and the fragility of the clip-on fasteners (plastic considered too thin). A small downside for a product with a consistent quality-price ratio.

Which baby mirror to choose? Our advice and buying guide

Are you hesitating between two models of baby mirrors? Are you not sure which choice you made? Before clicking on the “pay your basket” step, consult our buying guide to not recycle your car mirror as a bathroom mirror!

Take a look at the materials used

The material of the mirror should be taken into account for two reasons: the clarity of vision that it offers and the potential danger it can represent for your child in the event of a fall. Generally, mirror materials fall into 2 categories, each with their advantages and disadvantages:

• The acrylic offers an optimal quality of reflection, clear and without distortion of the image. Recognized as robust, this material is nonetheless brittle when subjected to violent shocks. It is therefore recommended to choose a model in acrylic with anti-shock treatment for more safety, as offered by the brands Royal Rascals or My Happy ride;
• The plastic mirror treated with reflective material is a solid and safe solution for a child’s mirror. Very light and having a tendency to twist more than to break in the event of a fall, it nevertheless presents limited performance in terms of quality and distortion of the reflected image.

Size and curvature for an optimal field of vision

The size of the mirror is an important parameter to take into account. The goal of your purchase is to have the maximum visibility on your little one with just a glance at your own rearview mirror. Choose a mirror large enough that, placed on a headrest, will allow you to see not only the face but also the hands of your child. As such, the slightly curved mirrors offer a good compromise between mirror size and possible field of vision . However, check if the curved mirror you have chosen does not distort your reflection too much. The Omorc and Amzdeal brands combine large dimensions and curvatures for a wide view of your cherub.

Be careful, however, if your rear shelf is rather narrow  : baby mirrors that are a little too large can increase the size of your blind spot when you are backing up. In this case, prefer a mirror of a slightly smaller size, like the models produced by Royal rascals and My Happy ride, which offer identical performance to large formats, at the cost of a little more time spent in settings.

A double attachment for more stability

Baby mirrors are generally attached to the headrests of the rear seats of your car. Some models offer additional fixings in the event that there is no headrest. The most common attachment models are in the form of a short strap to be attached around the headrest like a belt. For more mirror stability and not to risk an accidental fall, prefer a mounting model with a double strap to be crossed behind the headrest . Also be sure to check the type of attachment of the straps to the mirror, in particular the strength and flexibility of the latter, to make your daily life easier when you change cars.

Protect without weighing down

Although rare, the fall of a baby mirror on your dear toddler is not an event to be excluded. To avoid having to drive your child to the emergency room, prefer mirrors with rounded angles and built in materials that are difficult to break, or with rubber reinforcements, like the models presented by the MVPower brand.

The little extras that make the difference

Baby mirrors are simple objects in their use and design. If you are hesitating between two models that have the same characteristics, take a look at the small accessories that optimize the use of the product or make it more interesting for baby  : a night position, or a low light of the mirror can be interesting for driving and watch your child without the risk of being dazzled by the reflection of the headlights on the mirror. Some models also include small straps or hooks to hang your child’s favorite toys and soft toys , to encourage them to look in the mirror and keep them entertained during the ride. Finally, some brands offer anti-vibration devices to improve the stability of the mirror (like the Royal Rascals brand), or accessories to maintain the mirror (like in the pack offered by My Happy ride).

More than yet another gadget to add to the long list of driving aids, these mirrors are also a way to continue to interact with your child while driving. However, be careful not to get the wrong priorities! Although your child is the most precious thing in your life, don’t be distracted by their facial expressions (or silly things) while driving. Your safety and that of other road users depend on it!