Detailed Car Seat Reviews

Thoroughly investigated, our independent expert has prepared reviews of the best infant car seats, toddler car seats, convertible car seats, and booster seats. They have been tested for safety, comfort, versatility, and efficiency.

Is the Chicco MyFit LE a good transition to a booster car seat for your big kid? Read our review to find out.

Chicco MyFit LE Harness + Booster Car Seat, Anthem

The Chicco MyFit LE Harness + Booster Car Seat is one of the strongest members to the Chicco convertible car seat family. LE stands for Limited Edition, though as of this review it’s not very limited and easy to find in the store.

It’s sister seat, the MyFit, is a slightly less expensive version. Both are very similar in size and functionality. The LE adds a few nice features including SuperCinch LATCH, comfort waist belt pads, a kid console, and air mesh panels in the fabric. There’s also an upgrade above the LE called the MyFit Zip Air. That one has all the LE features, plus extra zip-off cushions and a breathable mesh backrest. It’s pretty expensive at about $50 more than the MyFit LE and $100 above the MyFit.

The MyFit seats all start life as a harnessed forward-facing seat then convert to a belt-positioning booster. They could serve as a good transitional seat for when your child graduates from a dedicated rear-facing infant car seat. But, for about $50 more than MyFit, are those extra features on the MyFit LE worth it for your big kid?

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Is the Maxi Cosi Pria 85 Max convertible car seat a good investment for your family? Find out in our review.

Maxi-Cosi Pria 85 Max Convertible Car Seat, Night Black

The Maxi Cosi Pria 85 Max is a 2-mode convertible car seat designed to last from newborn to booster age. In rear-facing, it holds infants 5 – 40 pounds and 22 – 85 pounds in forward-facing harness mode. Unlike all-in-one convertibles, there is no booster mode.

The Pria 85 Max is one of a few different versions of the Pria line that Maxi-Cosi has offered through the years. It’s easy to get this one confused with the “non-Max” version, the Maxi-Cosi Pria 85, but that seat has a minimum weight of 14 pounds, so it is NOT for newborns. The Max has higher quality fabric that is more breathable, plus it has a magnetic ClipQuick chest buckle.

While the regular version would be a good upgrade from an infant car seat, the Max will serve you from the time you take your baby home until they’re ready for a booster seat. Let’s have a look at some of the features that make the Max stand out from the rest.

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Does The Evenflo Big Kid Booster Car Seat Make The Grade In 2021? Find Out In Our Review

Evenflo Big Kid AMP High Back Booster Car Seat Static Black

When many parents think of the brand Evenflo, they think of high quality products that they can trust – and the Evenflo Big Kid AMP is no different. As people who focus on the effectiveness of car seats, there have been very few that have this much hype around them and none that seem to live up to that hype: until now.

What makes the Evenflo Big Kid AMP so impressive? It starts with a high quality core model that is made out of strong, trusted materials and goes through to comfort for your child. At the same time, it is one of the most affordable models on the market today.

Once you get used to this seat, it is truly one that will grow with your child – it is quite easy to convert.

The Evenflo Big Kid AMP is one of the top car seats on the market today for many reasons. The high back belt positioning booster has a very large weight limit of 30-110 pounds while the backless booster can be used for kids between 40 and 110 pounds. The seat grows with your child through six different height positions that can ensure that you get the best possible fit. It has been side impact tested and federal crash tests to ensure that it meets (and surpasses) all of the safety requirements.

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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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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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