I was given this convertible car seat to try as part of the Stellar Product Testing Panel. I also currently own 2 of an older version of this same seat (3 years and counting, currently still in use). I really like that it can grow with my child- it reduces the $ you have to spend over time, it reduces waste/clutter of extra car seats being around, and also bridges the awkward gap between an infant 'bucket' seat and a standard car seat. My kids (2 and 5 yo) both found this seat to be comfortable- the extra padding on the upper buckles and the bottom harness point reduced any pinch points for them. The head rest portion is robust and keeps them nicely confined without being uncomfortable. The cup holders are indispensable for keeping snacks and activities contained. My favorite feature of this car seat is how easy it is to adjust the upper strap height- you pull the levers and push it up or down super easily, you can even do it with the kid in the seat. The seat covers are also really easy to take on and off (without removing the seat) and wash really well over time. My largest complaint about this seat is that tightening the straps over time becomes really hard. The interaction between the belt and the belt path starts to become not 'smooth acting' and you have to use a great deal of force to get it tight. Additionally, there is a seat setting at which one of the anchor buckles on the bottom hits a curved part of the seat and it is nearly impossible to tighten the seat without physically using one hand to guide the belt in the back and the other to tighten it down in the front- which is fine if the car seat is rear facing, but when it is forward facing you can't get your hand behind the seat to 'help' it. As mentioned, we have had 2 of this seat for over 3 years- and it has happened to both seats. The updates in the newer version of this seat are mostly an improved manual and easier to read/understand installation instructions- very much appreciated!

We have had this seat for about a year. My daughter got sick one day and vomited on the harness. I took the harness out to clean, but it didn't come clean, so I threw it out. I just tried to get a replacement harness and the company told me I couldn't because it is not a replaceable part. So since I took the harness off, now I have a seat that is useless. If I can't replace this part, I definitely won't buy another one from Safety1st!

I seen this while pregnant and thought it was perfect and economically strategic …. But it has been a headache since I've started using it. Now that I finally understand how to strap it in, it never sits flat on the seat, and if it's angled they suggested "put a towel underneath it"… Absolutely not. And it's a hassle to tighten, it needs constant adjusting and it sits at an angle because of the seat belt.. so it is definitely not for all cars !

This convertible car seat has been a great backup carseat for my family. It is very light compared to other carseats we have, so this will probably be our go to travel seat. Our 12 month old daughter rides it in comfortably, while our three year old who is still rear facing is a little long legged for it. It was very easy to install using the latch system, and since the cup holders are easily removable for cleaning, I routed the latch strap through to get an even tighter install (see photo). We received this product through the Stellar Product Testing Panel; aside from lack of legroom while rear facing, this is a great car seat option.

I only bought this because it was cheaper than Graco but I wish I spent the extra money. My son fits good in it and the straps get tight but when he falls asleep his head falls forward, no one can sit in the front passenger seat unless they want to hug the dash and if you move the seat to sit comfortably the carseat tilts up, no matter how tight I get the restraint still slides back and forth more than I would like it to. Makes me feel like he'll fall over in the carseat if hit from the side. I would not recommend this to anyone and dont know how it fits toddlers, hopefully I wont have it long enough to find out especially if I dont like it now...

I love this carseat an so do all of my children. I have 4 kids ranging between 1 and 6. This carseat not only looks nice, it also grows with your kid. I tried this seat with my kids and each of them said it was very comfortable and I loved how easy it was to install and adjust for each child. I plan to purchase 3 more of these Safety 1st carseats. I am very impressed. my favorite part of this seat is the headrest adjusting handles and how light it is. I received this product through Stellar Product Testing Panel.

I got this carseat as a gift from daughters grandparents. I was really excited when I seen it because I really liked the appearance and cup holders but I absolutely do not like it after using it. It is near impossible to tighten the straps for the harness. My daughter is 2 and still rear facing but since the day she started using it when she first turned 1 I have had difficulty tightening. I have to use all my strength and get into the car and pull the straps in the back and than pull the tether over and over till tighten the best I can and I still second guess if she is safe. I'm really worried because I feel like the straps get stuck u dr the seat. Also I have made sure I am installing properly on numerous occassions but I feel like the seat tips over no matter how tight the seat belt is and locked in position. My daughter has been almost sideways a few times and I'm not a crazy driver. Not happy.

It's pretty and has all the fun features I was looking for, plus it's also super functional. It's easy to wash, the cupholders are removable and can be put in the dishwasher, it reclines to multiple positions for safety and comfort, and it'll grow with my child. So happy with it!

This car seat is awesome for a parent like me who has three kids in car seats at the same time. It fits great next to another car seat in the middle row of our SUV. It was also a great purchase for our budget since I will be able to convert it once my 3 year old needs a booster. Super easy to install and very comfortable padded seat. Having the cup holders is also convenient for drinks and as a catch-all for small items my son loves to take on rides. Unfortunately I didn't have this item when my son was an infant, but wish I did.

We have been using this seat since my daughter was 7 months old. She is currently 16 months, 32 inches, and 27 pounds, happily rear facing until we reach the limits! Using recline 3 was a bit crowded but now that we are using recline 2 my 6' husband has plenty of room to drive our 2002 Kia Spectra comfortably. The only issue I have come across is when I used this seat for a friend's daughter who is in a booster. The top tether is a few inches from reaching the top tether anchor. I blame my vehicle for this, considering this is not the first seat (different brand) that the tether strap would not reach the anchor. Cleaning is super easy and it's a bonus that this seat allows SOME time in the dryer, compared to ones that only allow drip drying. As long as you read the manual front to back you shouldn't have any issues. If so, there are plenty of forums and websites to assist you!