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Is the Diono Radian 3RXT All-in-One car seat a good investment for your family? Read our review to find out.

Diono Radian 3RXT All-in-One Convertible Car Seat, Black

The Diono Radian 3RXT has been updated from previous models and is a solid all-in-one seat for parents to consider. A few things have changed from the older RXT model, including easier installation and more appealing aesthetic features.

Most convertible car seats on the market are good, but not usually great in all areas. They can be bulky, uncomfortable, or too big to provide a snug fit for a newborn. The 3RXT comes really close to hitting all the marks, though it’s got some room for improvement, especially for newborn and booster fit.

Let’s dive in so you can decide if this convertible seat is worth the investment for your family.

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Is the Maxi-Cosi Zelia 5-in-1 a good baby travel system for your family? Read our 2021 review to find out.

Maxi-Cosi Zelia 5-in-1 Modular Travel System - Stroller and Mico 30 Infant Car Seat Set, Emerald Tide

The Maxi-Cosi Zelia 5-in-1 is a modular 4-wheeled travel system that’s extremely versatile in how it can be used. It features the Mico 30 car seat and comes in 4 fashionable colors: emerald tide (bright blue), adventurine blue (grayish blue), night black, and violet caspia.

Travel systems can save you money in the long run, especially if you find them on sale. As far as price goes, this one isn’t too outrageous, considering all of its perks.

It’s best suited for urban living, so if you’re looking for something to handle hiking trails, you should probably look elsewhere. Otherwise, this sleek and stylish travel system will suit your needs for walks through the city or the suburbs.

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Find out if the Hamax Caress in frame mount or rear mount styles is the best bike seat for your family in our 2021 review.

Hamax Caress Child Bike Seat (Grey/Red)

The Hamax Caress is a rear-attached child bike seat produced by a company in Norway that specializes in bike and snow sledding accessories. It comes in both rack mount or frame mount styles. This child bike seat has a lot of nice features for a reasonable price. Considering how easy to use and sturdy it is, many parents feel like it’s a great investment.

The award-winning Scandinavian seat can fit on a wide variety of bikes. The instructions are clear and easy to follow. You can keep the mounting bracket attached for easier removal of the seat when you don’t need it.

Is it worth the investment for your family? Let’s break down the stats:

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Is the UPPAbaby MESA infant car seat worth its high-end price tag? Read our 2021 review to find out.

2018 UPPAbaby MESA Infant Car Seat - Jake (Black)

The UPPAbaby MESA is an infant car seat designed from a successful previous version. It’s basically the same seat as before. The only changes are a couple of added colors and one discontinued color.

This sleek, stylish car seat has some nice innovative features designed to make installation as intuitive as possible to minimize human error. To us, that’s a standout feature and one of the most important when it comes to choosing a car seat.

With the addition of naturally fire resistant materials that don’t contain chemical flame retardants, this seat is an attractive choice for parents concerned about chemical exposure. Additionally, for urban families, this car seat may be one of the most friendly for taxis and Ubers than other seats on the market.

Is this seat worth the investment for your family? Let’s break down the stats so you can decide for yourself.

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Would you like to venture out for a bike ride with your little one? See if the Thule Yepp Nexxt Mini is a good bike seat for your child in our review.

Thule Yepp Nexxt Mini Seat-Obsidian

For children 9 months to 3 years old, the Thule Yepp Nexxt Mini secures them in a 5-point harness at the front of the bike. Plus it has a handlebar and footrests for added stability over varying terrain. The harness and footrests are both adjustable to accommodate your growing child.

The non-porous foam seat is easy to clean while remaining soft enough for comfort. If you’ll be enjoying a long, leisurely ride, there’s even a separate face pad you can buy to put on the handlebar so she can take a nap and rest her head.

But is this bike seat worth the investment? It’s not cheap, so you’ll have to consider your budget and how much use you’ll get out of it. Let’s break down the details so you can make an informed decision.

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Find out if the Graco Affix Booster is right for you and your child in our 2021 review

Graco Affix Youth Booster Seat with Latch System, Atomic

The Graco Affix is a highback booster car seat that comes with lower LATCH anchor straps to help keep the seat secure when no one is riding in it. It’s been crash tested to meet or exceed US standard FMVSS 213.

A unique front-adjustment strap makes it easy to tighten the booster LATCH straps. This seat also converts into a backless booster. It’s very similar to the TurboBooster LX, which we will also discuss in this review.

Key Features of the Graco Affix Booster Seat

  • Cup holder + pull-out drawer
  • LATCH connectors
  • 10-year expiration
  • Converts to backless booster
  • Front LATCH tightening strap
  • 6-position headrest
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