My son is almost 11 months old and I'm looking for a toddler seat ( up to 40 pounds atleast). What brand does everyone have that they like or dislike?
2007-02-24 15:12:42 · 4 answers · asked by aprilmommy06 4 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Toddler & Preschooler
I have an Alpha Omega carseat.. it is 5yrs old the Eddie Bauer addition. I love it. I used it from 6 months to current.. he still is using it and will probably use it for another year. He is 5 now and I think he is a bit underweight for the short booster yet. I have plans to use this carseat with my little one that is on the way.
2007-02-24 15:32:04 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You will definately want something that is rearfacing and foward facing. There are some really great seats out there. I will narrow it down to a few to look at.
These are starting with the most expensive:
Britax Marathon/Decathlon/Boulevard-These run around $220-300. The weight range is 5-65lbs, which will take most kids to around age 5-6 yrs, at which time they can go into a booster. It is very plush, has nontwisting straps, a rearfacing tether and built in locking clips. No need to use those metal H-clips anymore!
Fisher Price Safe Voyage Deluxe-This one runs $140-180 and it is based on the Marathon. It is made by Britax, but only goes to 55lbs. It does not have the locking clips or rearfacing tether, but it a wonderful seat for the price.
Sunshine Kids Radian-Runs around $180. It can be hard to find, but it goes to 65lbs and it folds up.
Safety 1st Uptown-Runs from $90-100 and is available at Walmart and online at Target. Very plush, easy to install and has tall top slots. 5-40lbs
Cosco Scenera-Runs about $40 and is an awesome budget seat. Most kids will make it to around age three in this seat.
The Evenflo Triumph is ok, but it is pricey and has a VERY short back. This means kids outgrow it quickly. The Evenflo Titan is a PITA to use and it's short. The Graco Comfort Sport is outgrown MUCH to early, like 20months for some kids.
The Alpha Omega and it's reincarnations(Eddie Bauer 3 n 1) are ok, but they will not be the last seat that you need. It makes a good rearfacing seat, but forward facing it is outgrown way to early because the last notch on the back is only for booster use. It makes a craptastic booster. Plus, car seats expire after 6 years for most and kids need a seat of some kids far beyond that.
Also, remember to keep your little one rearfacing as long as possible. Kids that are forward facing before age 2 are 4x more likely to be seriously injured or die in a crash.
I hope this helps!
2007-02-25 16:08:46 · answer #2 · answered by Jacky L 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Recaro Sport. It's a little expensive, bought mine online but it is good for up to 80 pounds and well made to last. I did a LOT of research before choosing this carseat. Have had it about 4 months now and love it!
2007-02-25 00:03:06 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I ALWAYS LIKED THE GRACO CAR SEATS - I AM SENDING AN ADDRESS FOR YOU TO LOOK AT, IT LISTS ALL THE CAR SEATS THAT PEOPLE ARE TALKING ABOUT AND PRICES. - MAKES IT A LITTLE EASIER TO SEE WHY THEY LIKE THEM - HAPPY HUNTING!
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2007-02-25 00:15:09 · answer #4 · answered by ne_art1 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋