[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] We have a wide range of kids with ages from 6 mos to 8 years old. Thanks to the Stellar Product Testing Panel we were given the opportunity to try the Maxi Cosi Pria All in One Convertible Car Seat. We tried it with our range of ages and I will say I enjoyed it. When our eldest was growing we had a Pria seat and the straps were always so hard to get tight on her shoulders. I was quite pleased to see with this newer model that it was very easy to pull and adjust the straps. The seat is so soft and the materials are very nice. I enjoy that there are not flame retardants used on this seat. The color is very nice as well. It was easy to install and use and the adjustable back is easy to use as well. I feel it gives you a great range for ages and sizes. Thank you again to the Stellar Product Testing Panel for allowing me to try their product. I would recommend this to other families looking to have seat from infant hood to childhood.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I love this car seat!!! I got it free to try in exchange for a completely honest review via Stellar Testing Panel. I already had a multi stage car seat and it was a very well known brand and recommended car seat. I had never heard of this brand so I did some research on it and saw tons of good reviews. When I took it out of the box, the first this I noticed was the thick cushions that were much softer than the ones in my baby’s current car seat. My little one is 14 months old and this car seat was perfect for him. Granted it will be useful through many more stages as well as it is an all in one convertible car seat that will grow with him, making it a worth while investment. I check out the safety ratings for this car seat and was very pleased. Everything about it feels luxurious. My other car seat had all the same features but feels rinky dinky compared to this one. Also my biggest issue with my previous car seat was it would get loose or wiggly over time which was a big safety concern. This one is a champ so far and I check it every time I put my baby in it and it has not been loose once. My baby seems to love it and be less fussy on car rides so I assume it’s more comfortable as well. I would definitely recommend this car seat and wish I had gotten it to begin with. I have been telling everyone about how nice this car seat is and how much safer I feel my baby is.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I received the Maxi Cosi Pria All in One Convertible Car Seat from the Stellar Product Testing Panel and I have been very happy with it overall. It feels safe, sturdy, well-made, and my son is genuinely comfortable in it. The comfort level made the transition from the infant car seat very simple. The fabrics are soft and cozy while also feeling supportive but not overly bulky. I really appreciate the all-in-one design because it’s clear the adjustable design allows it to be used for a long time as my child grows. I love that I can use this for the next few years without having to switch out seats or obtaining a new car seat. Adjusting the harness and headrest to fit him was easy and getting a proper fit was not complicated at all. This makes me feel confident that adjusting it as my son grows will be just as simple. Installation wasn’t difficult, but it did take a bit of time to get everything positioned correctly and tightened well, especially because the seat is on the heavier side. Once installed though, it felt very secure and sturdy which is the most important part to me. Overall, this car seat is comfortable and safe, which are my top two priorities when looking for a car seat for my son. It makes the transition from an infant seat simple and offers longevity as your child grows.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I was given this car seat to try as part of the Stellar Product Testing Panel. I was very excited to try this convertible car seat because my 4 month old is currently in an infant carrier seat and he hates the car. I’ve been told switching car seats can help them. Upon arrival the car seat looked very comfortable but I was confused and intimidated by all the different pillows, strap slots, and recline positions. After reading the whole manual I am confident it is in the correct positioning for my 4 month old but installing isn’t as simple. I have tried to install the car seat 3 different times and have been unable to get it level. I have even tried putting pool noodles under the base as suggested in the manual and still could not get it level. I plan to try again once my baby has grown into the next position so I don’t have to uninstall the car seat and reconfigure it for the next height/ weight of my baby and then try to install again. I am hopeful that I can get it installed correctly with rolled towels under the base, also suggested in the manual, and I do believe it will be a very comfortable car seat once it is installed properly. Another thing to add is it is very difficult to tighten enough. The first time I tried installing it I did not realize it wasn’t level yet and got it completely installed but it took about 15 minutes to get it tightened enough. My baby is 4 months old and 15 pounds.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] We were ready to transition my almost 9mo out of his bucket seat and preferred a convertible that could last us for all stages and years. Choosing a car seat can be stressful and overwhelming and we only wanted to have to make a decision once. Thankfully, I was given this car seat to try as part of the Stellar Product Testing Panel, but really pleased to have a seat we now love and can use for years. The Pria has very plush and quality fabric that gives it a luxurious ride at an approachable price point. My guy is on the smaller side, and he fits well within the seat. For younger or smaller babies, the seat also comes with a removable head and seat cushion for additional support as they grow. Setting up the fit was quick; they recommend seating babe in the seat before install to determine strap and headrest placement. We were all set up in five minutes, and actual car install was also fairly straightforward. The straps are no rethread, so you set it up once and can simply adjust the height or length of the seat with the adjustable headrest. This is wildly convenient, because these babies grow fast and inevitably you’ll put them in one day and realize, “crap, they grew and this headrest needs to go up.” Push, slide, click and those previous morning moments are preserved and you’re on your way. The seat buckle is incredibly easy to adjust, and the harness itself is thick and easy to tighten. In rear facing, there are several recline options, which allows for different car configurations and fits, and baby is cozy in a more reclined position as a little guy. This seat fits well in our Santa Fe, though drivers taller than 5’10-ish may want to install on the passenger side. Two built-in cup holders that can be removed and tossed in the dishwasher are perfect for babies who put all kinds of goopy, gross things in there. Overall, I’m really impressed with the look and feel of the car seat, and my baby loves riding in it!

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Thanks to the Stellar Product Testing Panel for providing me with this car seat. My daughter is 23 months old and rides rear-facing. My favorite thing about the Maxi Cosi Pria All-in-One Car Seat is how easy it is to tighten the straps when securing my daughter. I noticed the difference immediately on the first use. With our previous carseat, it was a struggle to pull the straps tight enough to pass the pinch test. I love the peace of mind that my daughter is as safe as possible. While I was able to install the carseat on my own, it did take effort to tighten the latch straps. However, this was not any different than other carseats we have used. The Maxi Cosi Pria carseat seems cushier due to the padding/fabric. The only thing I noticed is that the fabric is more sensitive to Velcro and other rough materials. After only a few weeks of use, there was pilling in the fabric where the sides of her boots/shoes rubbed.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I’ve been very happy with the Maxi-Cosi Pria All-in-One Convertible Car Seat. I received this car seat as part of the Stellar Product Testing Panel and immediately fell in love. Most importantly, my son loves it! Installation was quick and stress-free, which immediately gave me confidence in the setup. The convertible design is a big advantage, and the seat feels spacious and supportive for my one-year-old who is off the charts for both height and weight. The fabric is exceptionally soft and high quality while still being easy to clea making it perfect for everyday use. My favorite features are the sleek and roomy design, overall quality, and how simple it is to install. The only small downside is that the buckle can take a little getting used to compared to magnetic buckles I’ve used before, but it hasn’t been a major issue. Overall, I love this car seat and would definitely recommend to new parents!

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] As a mom of five, with #6 on the way, I am no stranger to car seats. I wanted to love this one, but it fell short in a few areas. Pros: -Love that it’s made in the USA! I try to choose USA made products when possible, so this was a huge win for me. -Once positioned properly, my ten month old was very comfortable and happy in her seat. -Appears very sturdy and safe, and my husband was able to get it very snuggly fastened. That said, here is where it fell short for our family: Cons: -We drive a Nissan NV passenger van, and had to try the seat in a few different seats before deciding it needed to be in the second row behind the center counsel. It is SUCH a huge car seat, that it really couldn’t be behind another seat without pushing into it, which didn’t allow for a reclined enough position for our baby. That may not be an issue for some people, but as we have multiple other kids in car seats, we noticed the extra space this car seat takes. -Other similar car seats we’ve used all have had the bubble level on the side so you can see if the seat is level by where the bubble is. This car seat has a decal sticker with lines marks to indicate levelness, which isn’t as convenient. -When rear facing the straps are positioned such that you really have to finagle to get them tight enough. The fabric is moveable to access straps so my husband had to move back some fabric to get the tight enough. When he had it tight enough he really had to fight to get the fabric back in place. Not undoable, but again more cumbersome than other car seats we’ve used. -Finally, the chest clip doesn’t seem as sturdy as other seats. It shouldn’t be an issue because when kids are in the car it would be clipped, but if my four year old got it in her mind to bend it, it’s a softer plastic that could be twisted around. Again that shouldn’t happen, but you never know with kids! In short, we’ll keep using this car seat because our baby is happy and safe in it, but we wouldn’t invest in a second. I received this product as part of the Stellar Product Testing Panel.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This is a beautiful car seat, I noticed right off the bat how nice the material is and comfortable it would be for either of our children. I love that it is convertible, meeting the needs of our family. My husband and I found it to be simple to install and adjust for our toddler. One of my favorite features of this car seat are the cup holders. I love how well they lock in and are easy to take out to wash whenever needed! However, the car seat is bigger and wider than our other two convertible car seats in different brands. Since we tend to have a packed car it’s important to us our car seats are comfortable but also can sit next to each other without being too crammed. When this car seat is set up for rear facing, the seat in the row in front of it has to scooter far forward making it crammed for the front row passengers. When the seat is set up for forward facing that is not an issue. Overall it’s a beautiful car seat for cars that have ample space and are not already filled with other car seats, infant carriers, or boosters! Thanks to the Stellar Product Testing Panel for providing me with this car seat.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Love this car seat and so does my 2 year old. The car seat looks safe, sturdy and comfortable for my daughter. I installed it forward facing in my car and installation was very easy. I love that it’s easy to adjust the straps and back height without taking the whole car seat out of the car. I also like that if we were to install rear facing, it’s very easy to recline and adjust the angle of the seat. My daughter says she loves it and looks very comfortable in it. The only negative I would say is the color. I’m worried the lighter color padding will get dirty easily. It also is quite wide, not an issue for me, but may be an issue for someone trying to fit three kids in the back seat.