Updated October 18, 2026 · NurseryCue Editorial Team
Hire for Baby vs Silver Cross
Hire for Baby
Silver Cross
Higher score in this comparison
Hire for Baby vs Silver Cross: the differences
| Compare | Hire for BabyReviewSee alternativesSee alternatives | Silver CrossReviewSee alternativesSee alternatives |
|---|---|---|
| Reference models | Britax Unity Isofix, Maxi Cosi Mico Plus, Booster Car Seat | Pop 2, Nia, Breez, Reef 2 |
| Price from | A$45 | £149 |
| Child height range | 145cm | 40-145cm |
| Rear-facing limit | up to 12 months | 125cm/21.5kg approx. 7 years |
| Markets | AU | GB, IN |
| Maximum child weight (kg) | Not confirmed | 21.5 |
| Rotating seat | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Load leg or rebound bar | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Plus Test passed | Not confirmed | Yes |
| ADAC grade | Not confirmed | Satisfactory (3.0) - Spring 2026 |
| Seat weight (kg) | Not confirmed | 11.5 |
| Seat lifespan | 10 years | Not confirmed |
Same on both: ISOFIX or LATCH (Yes).
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Key differences
- Silver Cross scores higher overall: 9.1 vs 9.0.
- Support channels: only Silver Cross offers Help centre.
- Founded is lower at Silver Cross: 1877 vs 1988.
- Seat types: only Silver Cross offers All in one, Extended rear facing.
- Markets: only Hire for Baby offers AU.
- Markets: only Silver Cross offers GB, IN.
Our verdict on each
Hire for Baby
Hire for Baby suits Australian parents who want a car seat for one stage of a child's growth rather than a permanent purchase. Infant carriers start at AUD 45, each seat has a stated expiry of 10 years, and that hire model sets it apart from buying a Britax or Evenflo seat outright.
Silver Cross
Silver Cross suits parents who want a British name with a documented safety result and a warranty, and who will stretch to the top of the price range for a full-size or travel system. Its lightest pushchair weighs 5.6 kg, which is light for the category.
Score breakdown
| Area | Hire for Baby | Silver Cross |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | 9.8HigherInfant hire starts at AUD 45, ranked 3 of 24 brands on starting price, and the cost score is 9.8. | 8.7Pushchairs and strollers start at £149 and top out at £3,715, with the lightest pushchair at 5.6 kg. |
| Offer | 8.8A rental option and infant, convertible and booster seats in infant, convertible and booster cover several growth stages, with a spare parts shop alongside. | 9.0HigherStroller range covers full size, compact and travel, and seats come in infant, convertible and all in one sizes. |
| Trust | 8.0Long trading history since 1988 under Hire for Baby Pty Ltd, a stated seat expiry of 10 years, and support on phone only. | 10.0HigherTrading as Silver Cross UK Limited, based in GB, founded 1877, with a 3 years warranty on the Nia. |
Where each is licensed and available
| Country | Hire for Baby | Silver Cross |
|---|---|---|
| Headquarters | Australia | United Kingdom |
Additional countries for Hire for Baby: 1. Additional countries for Silver Cross: 1.
What we checked
Hire for Baby
- hireforbaby.com: 12 facts, checked September 30, 2026
Silver Cross
- silvercrossbaby.com: 18 facts, checked September 30, 2026
How they place
| Ranking | Hire for Baby | Silver Cross |
|---|---|---|
| Strollers and pushchairs | 30 of 65 | 25 of 65 |
| Travel systems | 15 of 36 | 13 of 36 |
| Infant car seats | 16 of 32 | 13 of 32 |
| Convertible and extended rear-facing seats | 16 of 33 | 13 of 33 |
Every fact side by side
| Fact | Hire for Baby | Silver Cross |
|---|---|---|
| Seat types | Infant, Convertible, Booster | Infant, Convertible, All in one, Booster, Extended rear facingCovers more |
| Standards | Not confirmed | R129 |
| Legal entity | Hire for Baby Pty Ltd | Silver Cross UK Limited |
| Headquarters | Australia | United Kingdom |
| Founded | 1988 | 1877Lower |
| Support channels | Phone | Phone, Help centreCovers more |
Cribs and bassinets
| Fact | Hire for Baby | Silver Cross |
|---|---|---|
| Products | Breast pump | Cot, Bedside crib, Mattress |
| Maximum age | 24 monthsHigher | 6 months |
| Maximum child weight (kg) | 15Higher | 9 |
| Mattress included | Yes | Yes |
| Mattress size | 120 x 60 cm | L84cm x W50cm |
| Converts to | Not confirmed | Toddler bed |
| Smart features | Not confirmed | No |
| Rental option | YesHas it | No |
| Warranty | Not confirmed | 3 years |
Strollers
| Fact | Hire for Baby | Silver Cross |
|---|---|---|
| Stroller types | Compact, Double, Jogging, Pram, Travel, Travel system | Full size, Compact, Travel, Double, Pram, Travel system |
| Price up to | A$285 | £3,715 |
| Lightest model (kg) | Not confirmed | 5.6 |
| Folded size | Not confirmed | 54 x 45 x 23 |
| One-hand fold | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Cabin-size fold | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Suitable from birth | Not confirmed | Lie flat seat |
| Maximum child weight (kg) | Not confirmed | 22 |
| Compatible car seats | Britax, Cybex, Mother Choice, Maxi Cosi | Silver Cross Glide Plus 360 |
Feeding
| Fact | Hire for Baby | Silver Cross |
|---|---|---|
| Pump type | Hospital grade | Not confirmed |
| Spare parts shop | Yes | Not confirmed |
Where each stands against the rest
| Fact | Hire for Baby | Silver Cross | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maximum child weight (kg) | Not confirmed | 21.5lowest quarter | 45.36 |
| Seat weight (kg) | Not confirmed | 11.5above the median | 8.55 |
| Seat lifespan | 10 yearsat the median | Not confirmed | 10 years |
Median across 25 listed brands.
Pros and cons
Hire for Baby
Pros
- Infant baby carriers start at AUD 45, so a stage of car seat use costs a hire fee rather than the full outlay of buying that seat.
- The infant baby carriers have an Isofix latch, so the seat anchors to the car's anchor points instead of routing a belt through the shell.
- Seat types run to infant, convertible and booster, so a family can step up from an infant carrier to a booster within the same hire list.
Cons
- Support runs on phone only, so a question about a swap or a return waits on that channel rather than an email or chat line.
- Hires are available in AU only, so the range does not reach families hiring from outside Australia.
- Rear facing hire stops at up to 12 months, so a family wanting to extend rear facing has to look at a purchase from a retailer such as Britax.
Silver Cross
Pros
- Lightest listed pushchair weight is 5.6 kg, among the lighter figures on the comparison.
- The Nia folds with one hand and to a cabin-friendly size, with folded dimensions of 54 x 45 x 23.
- Seat range covers infant, convertible and all in one, so a newborn setup through to a booster can come from one maker.
Cons
- The top of the range reaches £3,715, so a full travel system pushes the outlay well beyond the entry point of £149.
- Pushchair types cover full size, compact and travel, and the pram and double formats sit at the rarer end of what the comparison lists.
- Support runs on phone and help centre only, with no live chat or email contact listed.
Who each suits
Hire for Baby
Who it suits
- Australian parents at the birth stage who want an Isofix infant carrier now and a booster later, since the range covers infant, convertible and booster.
- Families who would rather hire than commit to buying, because a rental option is offered and infant hire starts at AUD 45.
- Shoppers who want named models on the hire list, with Britax Unity Isofix, Maxi Cosi Mico Plus, Booster Car Seat given as reference points.
Who should look elsewhere
- Families hiring outside Australia, since the service runs in AU only, where Britax and Evenflo Company sell direct instead.
- Parents who want rear facing beyond up to 12 months, since Safety 1st lists an all-in-one type that the Hire for Baby range does not.
- Buyers who want a seat to keep, since the Hire for Baby model is built around a rental option, where Evenflo Company and Britax sell seats outright.
Silver Cross
Who it suits
- Parents starting from birth who want a lie-flat seat, since the Nia lists lie flat seat.
- Families who want pushchair, car seat and sleep space from one maker, with cots and a bedside crib in cot, bedside crib and mattress.
- Travellers who want a fold that meets cabin size and a warranty behind the pushchair.
Who should look elsewhere
- Anyone on a tight budget, since the range runs to £3,715 and Evenflo Company covers a similar set of stroller types at full size, compact and travel.
- Shoppers wanting a live chat or email route, because support runs on phone and help centre.
- Buyers outside GB and IN, where Kids2Shop lists a comparable stroller spread of full size, compact and travel.
Current offers
Silver Cross
Current offer
Discount code
SX10 or FIRST10 discount code
Cannot be redeemed against Cove 2, Breez, Motion 3 All Size 360, Nest & Nurture, Spare Parts or orders with a total order value of under £150; discount codes cannot be used on items already on promotion unless stated otherwise
Source, checked September 30, 2026
Country by country
| Country | Hire for Baby | Silver Cross |
|---|---|---|
| Australia | Yes | No |
| United Kingdom | No | Yes |
Questions about each
Hire for Baby
How much does it cost to hire a car seat?+
Infant baby carriers start at AUD 45 and the deluxe pram hire sits at AUD 285, so the pram hire is the larger outlay. On the site, Hire for Baby ranks 3 of 24 brands on starting price, which puts it near the front of the listings.
Is hiring cheaper than owning a seat?+
Buying a seat is a one-off outlay, while the Hire for Baby rental option spreads the cost across the stages a child needs it, with infant hire from AUD 45. Only 8.5% of the brands on the site offer a rental option, so most families buying at a retailer make a purchase rather than a hire.
Silver Cross
What does a Silver Cross pushchair cost at the entry point and at the top?+
The pushchair and stroller range starts at £149 and reaches £3,715. That is a broad spread, so the entry price is only a guide to the cheapest single pushchair. A full travel system with a car seat and a cot will sit well above the entry figure.
Which Silver Cross pushchair is the lightest to carry?+
The lightest listed pushchair weight is 5.6 kg, and that model places among the lighter options in our comparison. The Nia also folds with one hand and folds to a cabin-friendly size, measuring 54 x 45 x 23 folded.
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Hire for Baby
Silver Cross