Best Of Convertible Car Seats Review

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Convertible Car Seat Research and Review

Buying a convertible car seat is a big decision whether it is for the newborn you'll soon be bringing home from the hospital or the next step up from your growing child's infant car seat. Safety features, longevity, ease of cleaning, comfort - there's a long list of things to consider. The 3LUXE researchers understand that you might not have time to dig through and review all of the various manufacturers' different models and styles. That work in itself could be exhausting, particularly when trying to take care of a little one at the same time. So rely on these "Best Of" picks to help you safely transport your child in style with some extra convertible car seat perks too.

At 3LUXE we do the research you would do, if you had more time.

Britax Decathlon Convertible Car Seat

Traveling with a child is a whole new experience and can be quite the challenge. That’s why we love the features of the Britax Decathlon convertible car seat. The Decathlon ‘s harness straps don’t twist and tangle as you try to secure your on-the-go child into their seat. Tightening and loosening the straps is also a breeze because the strap adjustments are so handy – we found this to be a huge bonus when you’re getting in and out of the car while running multiple errands with a squirmy to... FULL REVIEW

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LUXE IT OR LEAVE IT

MSRP $285

Britax Diplomat Convertible Car Seat

Somebody over at Britax was thinking about real-life parents when they created the Britax Diplomat Convertible Car Seat. The Britax Diplomat convertible car seat can cradle your infant and, support your tot and secure your on-the-go child. It’s a one-stop shop for those of us who can’t afford (time or otherwise) continually having to purchase a new car safety system for our growing children. This compact car seat has all of the features your newborn or toddler (the booster is safe for up to 40 p... FULL REVIEW

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LUXE IT OR LEAVE IT

MSRP $260

Roundabout

We at 3LUXE aren’t rocket scientists, and we don’t think you should need to be one to properly install a convertible car seat in our car. That’s one of the reasons we chose Britax Childcare Limited’s Roundabout as one of our “Best Of” winners. It’s easy to install this convertible car seat in just about every vehicle (which, by the way, is also approved for use on airplanes) and because it’s so compact, it won’t take up your entire backseat. Plus, in crash tests and car seat revie... FULL REVIEW

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LUXE IT OR LEAVE IT

MSRP $220

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Posted by Bill Worple
July 24, 2007 11:53

I would love to hear why the Cosco Alpha Omega votes are leaning toward "leave it." We have one of these seats and it has worked great for us and our son. Let me know what we're missing.

Posted by flipper
October 15, 2007 12:21

HI Bill,

Let me count the reasons I don't like the Alpha (or any of it's cousins). (From an active CPS technician.)

1) Pain in the rear to install rear facing. Almost always must remove base and use 3 pool noodles.

2) Low top harness height. Few children (I've never met one in 5 years of monthly seat checks) will reach 40 lbs using the harness. Many will be 2-2 1/2, MUCH too young and wiggly for booster use.

3) WILL NOT be the ONLY seat you will need. Will not fit a newborn - harness straps will be at their ears. Will not fit most avg. size toddlers in the harness (they'll be too tall) until 4 yr and 40 lbs. which is the MINIMUM best practice for transitioning a child to a booster. Not a great booster as the seat is wide and it is difficult to keep the lap belt snug on the thighs.

4. Whimpy, super twisty harness straps. Harness needs to be smooth and flat for best protection/function.

Posted by Bill Worple
October 25, 2007 13:42

Thanks flipper!

We are looking over our past research and new products on the market - don't expect to see the COSCO on hear for long.

Bill

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