The Best Car Sunshades To Protect Children During Summer Days Out

One of the most challenging things about having a sunshade is not being able to open the back windows. However, the unique design of the Shady sunshade fixes this problem. This adhesive sunshade sticks directly to the glass instead of using more common suction cups. This does, however, make it a semi-permanent fixture.

Hannah Carroll, senior parenting product writer, shares her review: "I found these were incredibly easy to install, but ensure your window is freshly cleaned. It comes with a QR code to make installing easier, and they don't block too much vision out of the window either. I liked that you can actually have the windows in the back of the car down if the kids aren't in the car, which isn't possible with most other stick on sunshades."

Not all car windows are the same shape. However, many car sunshades are set square, which can cause issues if you have particularly large back windows. The Dreambaby sunshade can be stretched to fit almost any kind of car window. We like that this car shade is easy to install and can be conveniently and quickly removed when it's not needed. And our kids liked that they can still see through the window.

Hannah Carroll, senior parenting product writer, shares her review: "I chose this sunshade because it's a flexible shape so I can adjust it to the actual window shape. We have a Hyundai Tuscon, and the windows are quite large and this fits nicely. It could be a little wider but with the right placement it really does the job. It's easy to remove or adjust, so it can be removed for those cloudier days if wished. The downside is that my little one likes to pull it off (thankfully only the closest corner), and like most screens, the window can't be lowered."

Having a retractable sunscreen can be very beneficial, especially for those of us with slightly older children. The retractable design allows them to still see out of the window, and then it can be pulled down when needed. The design of the one-push retraction button is so simple that most older children can actually do it themselves. Our favourite feature of this sunshade is the heat indicator, which turns red when your car is too hot.

When it comes to parenting, we like things simple. There are so many things to worry about, and faffing around with the sunshade shouldn't have to be one of them. Which is why this car sunshade is one of our favourites. Instead of fixing the shade to the interior of the window, you slide it over the whole car door for maximum coverage. It's a universal fit so within a matter of minutes you're backseat passengers are protected with zero fuss, however, it's worth noting that this means there is no access to the window. Parents loved that this car shade could be easily stored away when it isn't needed.

These sun blinds are perfect for family cars with small windows, they adjust easily with the push of a button and can be customised to fit. The straightforward no frills design matches the budget price, so don't expect anything fancy when it comes to installation. Reviewers recommend checking the measurements before purchasing, as they may are too small for larger car windows and will leave a lot of gap.

Babies have incredibly delicate skin, and doctors recommend keeping them out of direct sunlight completely if they're under six months old. SnoozeShade's baby car seat sunshade makes this easy, shielding your baby from up to 97.5 per cent of UV rays (UPF 40+), so their skin is protected. It's reportedly breathable so there is no concern of your baby feeling overheated, however the lightweight material can be easily dislodged if baby is kicking their legs inside.

This sunshade fits directly to the car seat in seconds and offers protection from insects, wind, drizzle, chill, and bright lights. Plus, it can be used inside the car as well as out and about. We love the versatility of this product as it's easy to install and can be used on bright days, especially when you are somewhere with limited shading, like the beach.