This Pria Chill Maxi-Cosi car seat has been wonderful! My little ones all seem to run hot and this built-in fan system has been a game changer. Even recently it's been unseasonably warm for us in November and December in our area and the cooling features have been great. I thought the fans might make the car seat extra bulky or oddly shaped, but that isn't the case at all. The installation into our car was straightforward and simple. There is the extra chord for the fans, but it wasn't hard to figure out where to plug-in and how to keep it out of the way. The fabric colors are neutral and nice. The materials feel really plush, which makes me feel better since my baby is sleeping in it so often while carting him around with older siblings. I love that the fabric is safe for him to be breathing near, since it's free from flame-retardant chemicals. The cup holders that are removable to be washed in the dishwasher is also so thoughtful and helpful for sticky messes. Having been through a few different seats with three kids, this one has all the features. Just wish we had it for baby #1! We are so glad we received this carseat through the Stellar Product Testing Panel.

Our toddler has constantly been complaining that she's too hot or cold. No more! I haven't heard a peep from her since we got this car seat. When I discovered the fans were only automatic, I thought there would still be complaints, but none so far. I love this seat. It's plush, comfy, and easy to get in and out of. The fabric is machine washable, and our little continues to say that this is the comfiest seat she's ever felt. The magnetic buckle is also amazing - quick and out of the way when getting in and out. The cup holders also come out and are dishwasher-safe. It's quick to install/uninstall using the LATCH system, though if you're moving seats around, you have to unthread the fan cord, too. I was worried the cord wouldn't be long enough because we need to plug it in in the front, but it was plenty long. The cord is under the floor mats, and it's easy to disconnect in the front. This has been helpful since the switch on the seat is hard to reach in forward-facing mode. The indicator light at the top of the seat is super helpful; it's easy to see from the rearview mirror yet not bothersome for tired kids in the back (though maybe red would have been a better choice than blue for night). It's been a good indicator for me to turn down the air when it comes on. We are using this seat in forward-facing mode, though I have to say, I think this is the first convertible car seat I would consider using for an infant. The inserts provided, coupled with the magnetic buckle that stays out of the way when putting a baby in, really make this an ideal choice if you are using a convertible seat with a baby. The only major downside is that we can only use this car seat for one child due to the 12V connector. I would also still like the option to manually turn on the fans even though I haven't needed to yet. I was given this car seat to try as part of the Stellar Product Testing Panel, though if a future version has a rechargeable battery option, I will be purchasing more!

I loved this car seat so much its very comfortable has air that circulates through it keeping your child nice and cool during hot days easily plugs into cigarette lighter plug and turns on and off as necessary it has great straps and harness very easy to use and keeps your child secure only thing I didn't care for is my cigarette plug is up front in my car and it got in my way with the cord to the car seat other then that it's high quality and super nice best car seat ever.

This is a great car seat. The Vent Max technology has been a game changer for us. We live in Arizona, and this summer has been very hot. Knowing my girl is getting air is such a relief as she is still rear facing. The fabric is very breathable, and remains cool even though it stays in the car. I haven't used the cup holders, but they are very nice to have once my girl gets bigger. The magnetic chest clip is easy to use, and belts are easy to adjust. My baby seems to be very comfortable in the seat, and happy. The sound of the fans is just enough to let you know they are on, but not annoying. I also like that there is an indicator light, but it isn't too bright. I would definitely recommend this car seat to anyone looking for a convertible seat for their little one. I am so excited to continue to use it as she grows and turns front facing!

Thanks to the Stellar Panel for providing this car seat for me to review. This is the first convertible car seat our youngest has been in (moved her from an infant seat) and I'm glad it will last because she loves it. She took a nap in it right away. She is about 17 lbs and 8 months and didn't need the provided infant cushion to fit in the seat. Installing the car seat wasn't the easiest, it was very difficult to get the seat to where it wouldn't move more than an inch or two when we wiggled it. We have had that problem with basically every car seat, though. Just plan on using muscle when you install it. This was for a rear-facing install. The fans are incredible. She seemed much more comfortable in the heat than her two older siblings who don't have this car seat. The indicator light made it easy to tell when the fans were on. I was worried about the fans draining my battery but they turned off when I turned off my car. The cord wasn't too in the way but I won't be able to plug in more than one of these in my car, which is a bummer since I think my older two would love them. The car seat seemed very comfortable and had ample padding but still felt safe and sturdy. The fabric is pretty soft and the color is neutral enough to match everything. I was confused about if my baby can still use the additional back and head pillows, I couldn't find the information in the manual so I left them off just in case. I love that there are no added flame retardants, the cup holders remove and can be washed in the dishwasher, and the fabric can be washed in the washing machine. Definitely things that first time parents might not think about but will appreciate! Overall, love the car seat and wish there was a way for all of my kids to have one!

I was so excited to receive the Maxi-Cosi Pria Chill through the Stellar Review Panel. When the car seat arrived I was immediately impressed by how comfortable it felt! The cushions are plush and the material is soft but the perforated design ensures that heat doesn't get trapped. My daughter is also very comfortable sitting in it and loves that there are cup holders which is perfect for tucking a bottle for her to drink or just play with! My favorite feature is the magnetic chest clip, it makes it incredibly easy to secure her, there's no fumbling with a buckle. While we haven't been able to utilize the cooling feature yet due to the winter weather, I am looking forward to this capability. My daughter is still rear facing so when the AC vents are on there are non directly on her and she has been very warm and upset until my car cools down. I did check to see which route would be best to run the cord and am happy that I will be able to tuck it between the seats and run it under the foot mats to keep it out of the way! Overall a great car seat!

Thanks to the Stellar Product Testing Panel for providing me with this all-in-one car seat. I loved the neutral stylish design and especially the comfort for my tall 3.5-year-old! I also really liked the magnetic chest clip because it's hard for my son to escape from! Also, I'm very picky about making sure I choose safe products for my kids and this one fits the bill. I received it in the cold northeast so haven't used the fan system yet but it's definitely a great feature for the warmer months! My son was so excited about the new car seat, and he said it was "comfy cozy". Toddlers are usually hard to please! It took a little while to install into my car, but it was easy enough for me to figure out. The cord wasn't in the way of anything either when I went to try it out. Looking forward to using this seat!

The Maxi-Cosi Pria Chill car seat is a great option if you live somewhere that gets hot! The breathable, chemical flame retardant free fabric is lovely, and the fans combined with the mesh really keep kiddo cooler in the car. Fans are automatic, but you can turn off the feature with a switch too. I prefer this seat for a larger baby despite it saying it can fit 4lbs and up. For an infant I found that the infant insert pads slide down and make it difficult to tighten the straps properly. The chest clip is also quite oversized for a small infant. The seat is also tricky to angle properly for a newborn and makes install tough. For a larger baby the magnetic easy in-out chest clip is awesome, as are the strap holders. The removable dishwasher safe cup holders are amazing and the seat is easy to clean overall. It looks really nice in the car, but is a better fit for a larger vehicle. Overall I really like this seat for ease of use, especially for toddlers-preschool age kids. I would personally look at something else if you want a single birth through booster seat, or drive a compact car.

Fans stopped working after 1 week

i bought this and the light never came on and my airflow never even worked. reached out to maxi cosi and got no reply. the car seats really nice but i could've spent the same on a nuna had i known the ac wasn't going to work.