Ratings Summary
4.7
out of 5.0
565 Reviews
Ratings Snapshot
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Recommend
Shawna
Portland OR
Verified Buyer
The best seller and seat!
January 20, 2016
I went on consumer reports and this was the best rated seat. I looked at Target, Amazon, etc. and this was by FAR the best price! Fast shipping. Couldn't be happier!
Roo2016
Undisclosed
It fit's
January 17, 2016
This seat is awesome, it fits every car we have put it in. We have had it in a big F150 all the way down to a Mini Copper S with no Issues. Just wish it was not so expensive so we could get a second on for his brother.
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mmeyers
Undisclosed
Love this seat!
January 15, 2016
Just ordered our second one! We've had our first one for well over a year now. My son will be 3 in March and still rear-facing in this seat. Although it's super easy to install we decided we just wanted to have another one for my husbands vehicle. Super easy to tighten the straps, love the zip feature, super easy to clean and the shoulder strap covers really help for my son so he doesn't get scratched or a rubbed when we tighten the straps. LOVE THIS SEAT!
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Niki
Speedwell, Tennessee
Verified Buyer
Better than the grace 4ever
January 13, 2016
I am absolutely in love with this car seat, my child fits so much better in it than he did in the Graco 4ever all-in-one car seat. In the Graco his head would bubble forward no matter how far we reclined the seat but in this one it lays his head back perfectly he even likes it better. I love this car seat so much that I ordered a second one for the hubby's truck. The only reason I don't give it five stars is because the tether strap to Tighten his harness it a little hard to pull
Pros
  • The number of recline position is definitely a pro
Cons
  • The tether strap to tighten his harness is a little hard to pull
marisa2414
Undisclosed
Great Car Seat
January 13, 2016
I bought this for my daughter when she turned 1 and she absolutely loves it. It's way more comfortable than any other car seat I've seen and its quality material. I like that the cover is on tight, it takes a little more effort to take off than infant car seats but I wouldn't expect to pay 300 dollars for a car seat cover to be so loose. It also has an easy install which is my favorite part about it.
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Julie
Chicago, IL
Verified Buyer
Solid, well-made, bulky
January 1, 2016
This is a well made seat. I feel like my child is safe and secure in it. My only complaint is that it's huge. It's bulky and difficult to buckle my 12 month old because he sits so deep in the seat. It's hard to tighten and loosen the harness because of the way it squeezes up to the seat back. (My child is rear facing.) perhaps I just need more time to work out these kinks. I've been using it a week. Overall, it's a solid seat and very secure.
Kimmyw87
Gardendale, AL
Verified Buyer
Best carseat
January 1, 2016
I purchased this for my son who is 5 months. I knew I would go with Chicco again because my 3 yr old daughter has one. I absolutely love it. It's a bit bulky, but seems very safe. I also like that the fabric can be easily removed for washing. My son is pretty big, 20lbs, and wasn't fitting in his (handme down) Britax Bsafe comfortably anymore. It's great for rear and forward facing. Also great that it reclines to different levels for rear facing. My son will be able to stay rear facing longer than my daughter could in the Britax. Would definitely recommend!
Sara
Branson, missouri
Verified Buyer
Wonderful carseat
December 30, 2015
This carseat is easy to use and easy to install with both the latch and belt system. I also love that the crotch belt is an easy adjustment for more room. The height easily adjusts with the click of a button instead of having to retread. This is the 3 one we have bought all from Albee Baby.
Joe
Michigan
Verified Buyer
The only seat for us
December 22, 2015
This is the 2nd NextFit we have purchased. Loved the one we had for the 1st child, so we knew we were going to get another one when the baby transitioned out of the carrier. It is SO easy to install correctly. It does not move around when the LATCH straps are pulled tight, unlike other seats we have witnessed our friends using for their children. The adjustable recline and head/strap positions are a huge benefit and easy to change. A little difficult to clean due to having to take the whole thing apart. The newer versions have a zip off cover that is probably a lot easier. It is on the expensive side, but well worth the piece of mind knowing our children are protected. We got this one for $100 less then the first one we bought- Thanks Albee Baby! The free shipping was lightning fast, also.
Pros
  • Simple to install correctly and SECURELY. One handed adjustment for the recline angle and head/strap position.
Best Uses
  • Locking down the toddlers.
Cons
  • Expensive, but worth it. Difficult to remove padding for cleaning.
ndmeeks
Undisclosed
Love it and ease to wash
December 21, 2015
We bought this for my son who has health issues and vomits a lot makes cleaning so nice and easy to do. Fits great in my Tahoe and allows plenty of room still
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Gabrielle
Spokane, Wa
Verified Buyer
Best car seat ever
December 20, 2015
Love this carseat. I'm a 58 year old nanny and use this car seat for different age group of kids on different days so I'm switching from rear facing to front facing and back all week long. Love how easy it is to convert to either position a day easy to install. Yes, it is heavy, but I like that. It feels more secure and because it's so easy to convert, I don't need to take it out of the car to convert it so I do think need to lift it. I simply kneel onto the back seat and do all the adjustments right there and then hook it back into the latches. Ordered it on line and it came very quickey with free shipping. Got a great deal, too! Love it!
Pros
  • See above
Cons
  • None
Ethan
Seattle
Verified Buyer
Great seat
December 19, 2015
Fits great in 09 Nissan Pathfinder, actually takes up less space than the Chicco Keyfit. Sides are higher than comparable models but still easy enough to get the kiddo in and out. Have only used as rear facing and would recommend this seat.
Pros
  • Adjustability, weight range, size, easy to clean.
Cons
  • High sides may be difficult for some people to maneuver child over and into seat
Paul
San Jose, California
Verified Buyer
Great convertible car seat
December 14, 2015
This is the second time we ordered this car seat (for baby #2). We did some research on line and found out this is the safest car seat on the market. It is very flexible and easy to rotate especially when placing it backward. Moreover, the price is great during holiday season. Saved over $100 off MSRP. can't be happier..
Pros
  • Safe; Flexible; easy to install
Alexandra
Minneapolis, MN
Verified Buyer
Kiddo and I both love it!
December 14, 2015
Our little 14 mo old boy seems to love his new carseat. He's much happier on car rides than he used to be, and I don't know if it's a good or bad thing yet, but he seems to fall asleep in this one a lot more, which tells me it's much more comfortable than the infant carseat we used to have. It's easy to get him in and out of (presumably because he is on the younger/smaller side...may not feel this way when he's using it in another year or more). It fits very easily in the backseat of our Prius, which we were worried about initially. We didn't have to adjust the front seats at all in order to fit it. We could even push our seats back farther if we wanted to. And we even have him in the middle of the back seat. All in all, we love this carseat. And it came very quickly from Albee!
Amanda
Arkansas
Verified Buyer
nextfit
December 14, 2015
This car seat is big and roomy and a perfect seat to move my child into after outgrowing the infant rear facing only carrier style seat. This seat allows for a higher weight rear facing and also a high forward facing limit to maximize the usage.
Marcie
Louisville, KY
Verified Buyer
Great overall seat
December 11, 2015
I loved my Chicco infant seat which is one of the reasons we chose the Nextfit. It was easy to install in both my Explorer and my husbands F-150. My only complaint is I wish that the crotch buckle and side straps would stay to the side and front when you put your child in like the similarly priced Britax models. I love that this seat has more recline settings than any other seat though because I work for a dealership and switch vehicles every few months so ease of installation was super important. The level on the sides makes for confident installation. I do wish it could be tethered in the middle seat though.
Amanda
South Dakota
Chicco nextfit
December 11, 2015
Love the carseat and would definitely recommend to others. Easy to install in car and love the recline positions!
Stephanie
Virginia
Verified Buyer
Best we've tried!
December 11, 2015
I have always been a fan of Chicco. We had a KeyFit and loved it with my first child but at that time Chicco did not make a convertible seat. So we used Britax seats and they are awesome as well. After my third baby though, I wanted to try this seat. The fabric and "squish" factor are great. My daughter looks very comfortable in it. The straps on mine are easy enough to adjust although rear facing, is a bit stiffer when pulling to tighten than I would like. However my 2 sisters both have this seat and say that it gets easier with use. The base of the seat doesn't seem to leave impressions on my leather seats as bad as other seats and that's a plus. The harness is easy to adjust with the child's growth and the installation couldn't be easier! I really like the visual instructions on the seat itself telling how to install rear vs forward facing and where the level should be. That makes it much easier to trust someone else to install it if we had to switch vehicles. Have not had to wash the cover yet although I watched a video on how to and it doesn't look to difficult and we decided the jump up to the zip model would be a waste of money. Overall a great seat!!
S D.
Boise, Idaho
Verified Buyer
Worth every penny
December 10, 2015
We bought a different carseat for about $100. It was such a pain putting it in and taking it out if the car. It was a huge pain getting my daughter buckled into it. We bought this as a result. It's amazing! Easy to install, and I mean easy. So fancy, so many features. I wish I would have bought this on the first place and saved the $100 I wasted on the first car seat.
Brankaspes
Chicago, Illinois
Verified Buyer
So happy with this car seat!
December 10, 2015
So happy with Chicco, this is our second Nextfit for our LO. So satisfied with you, price, professional services... Thank you so much!
Andy
Dublin, CA
High quality convertible car seat!
December 2, 2015
got this deal during the black friday as 199. the car seat is very well made , all instructions are clearly marked and easy to operate. the whole install took only 1 minute. super easy and adjust the position is also very easy thanks to the 9 position. I was debating between this one and the zip one. but after checking on the online video from Chicco , looks like even the zip one can not take the inner cushion out , only the outer one. so it not a lot easier.
AndysMom
Undisclosed
Not for me
December 2, 2015
I want to love this car seat, but am having trouble even liking it at this point. It is very difficult to tighten the straps. I have rheumatoid arthritis and I really struggle to safely fasten my son in properly. It's not just me though, my husband also finds it difficult. I think the zip out concept is a great idea and love the colors, but think the safety of the seat is limited if you can't tighten the straps like they should be. Wish I hadn't have put it in the car because now I can't return it and it wasn't cheap!!
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Jen41613
Undisclosed
Best Car Seat By Far
November 16, 2015
I have had 4 children. Our youngest is 2.5 years old and has been in this seat since she was about 3 months old. She has grown from rear facing to forward facing. She loves the seat. She has never complained and we have had 2 trips in it over 1100 miles away. The seat cover does come off and you can wash it, there is a video that shows you how to do this. My only cons would be that it is very heavy, hard to take to the airport. Also, I have a small Mazda 3 and it is very tight quarters. Otherwise, I wish they had made seats like this when my older children were younger. This seat is very sturdy and I love the headrest feature. This was definitely a good investment!
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Ray
Milwaukee, Wi
Verified Buyer
Quality car seat
November 15, 2015
Top quality car seat, well built and extra padding to make child comfortable and safe
Pros
  • Well built, heavily padded
Rainedrop117
Undisclosed
We Own 4!!
November 12, 2015
That's right 4 total Nextfits. A couple yes ago we bought 2 first generation Nextfits for each of our cars and loved it, so when our second child came along we knew we'd go with the Nextfit again when she outgrew the KeyFit. we just bought 2 of these. This print is so adorable. Even cuter in person. The $$ spent for the upgrades in the Zip model is so worth it! Superb in its class. Bar none.l
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Jon
Fresno, ca
Verified Buyer
Best car seats by a long shot
November 10, 2015
Have a new baby on the way and have a two year old in one of these seats already. We didn't think twice about buying any other brand. Great quality, very safe best on the market.
Pros
  • Perfect
Cons
  • Kind of bulky and heavy but just but bought one for each car and don't have to move them often.
Lindsay
Arkansas
Verified Buyer
Very happy
November 8, 2015
This car seat was exactly what I was looking for and found cheapest on this site. The only thing I don't like about the seat is the button to adjust the headrest as it is very stiff. It's not a big deal though cause it will not be used often.
Kayla
Post,Oregon
Verified Buyer
Great next step from Keyfit
October 27, 2015
We love this car seat! We are using this after the Keyfit with our son. We love how well built it is and easy to install. It is a little bulky and has taller sides then other car seats but the added safety is well worth it. The color is beautiful and it's got plenty of padding to keep our little one safe and comfortable. We couldn't be happier! Plus when you order from Albee Baby you receive top notch customer service, fast shipping and the best prices!
Amy R.
Undisclosed
Highly Recommend
October 27, 2015
Easy to install. Adjustable headrest and recline positions are great! It's a little difficult to loosen and tighten the straps because the release button and part of the strap you pull are so close to the seat. I'm thinking this might vary by vehicle though. I bought this seat for my one year old. I don't think I would've liked this seat for a newborn because there isn't a bar to hang toys on or easily remove it from the car. It's great for his age though and it's easier to get him in and out of than his infant car seat. Overall, I would recommend this car seat!
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AmandaME
Undisclosed
Easiest car seat to install and uninstall!
October 24, 2015
This car seat is AMAZING! It is the easiest car seat I have had used to install. I love that it reclines to 9 different positions. My son used to hate getting buckled up into his infant car seat. He never even fusses when we put him in this. It is also extremely easy to adjust the straps.
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Chelsie
Bristol, TN
Verified Buyer
Great
October 17, 2015
Great deep seated car seat - easy to install - best price & bang for your buck - free shipping - can't beat it
Emily
Seattle, Wa
Verified Buyer
Cadillac Car Seat
September 29, 2015
After two weeks I absolutely love this car seat, and so does my son. It's just the right size for my Chevy Suburban. Buckles and straps are easy to adjust and I LOVE that the straps raise with the head rest. Fool proof. Everything is simple to use. I also love that if I choose to use a seat belt to secure it that you don't have to try and shove your hand through a small tunnel like in some carseats. You just lift the flaps of the seat cushions and feed the belt through. Finally! I'm very happy with my purchase and feel my baby is very safe. Highly recommend this seat!
Michelle C.
Undisclosed
Great Car Seat
September 29, 2015
I bought this car seat months ago and I love it. I really feel that my son is safe in this car seat. It is heavy and durable. It is cushioned in the inside for his comfort. I would definitely recommend this car seat.
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rosepage7
Undisclosed
Love it!
September 21, 2015
When my daughter was an infant we had the Chicco Keyfit 30 and absolutely loved it. So we figured, when we need to upgrade to a bigger seat why not stick with a company we know makes quality products? So we bought the Nextfit in Amethyst. We love it! We were afraid it wouldn't fit in our tiny Honda Civic, but it fits great. Even better than the Keyfit did, actually (Currently, the seat is rear-facing. I can push my seat further back--more leg room, yay!). It seems like a very well built, sturdy carseat. I think this seat will work for my daughter for at least two years. At first, I thought it seemed a little complicated because it has so many bells and whistles, but all you need to do is read the manual thoroughly and get a little hands on in trying things out and it really becomes quite easy to understand and use. The colors in real life are slightly different than what the picture shows. The navy blue is more gray than I expected it to be and the pink is darker as well. But no complaints! So glad we went with the Nextfit. I feel secure in the knowledge my daughter is traveling safely.
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Julie
Missouri
Verified Buyer
Safe and Comfortable
September 7, 2015
Our twin girls have been riding in the Chico Keyfit 30 up until about 15 months of age (they were tiny!). We loved the easy in/out with the quick release straps. We first bought a set of Britax convertible car seats and they work well, but it is hard to release the straps as the button is hidden under the fabric. So we decided to try a different brand for the 2nd vehicle. I'm glad that we did. The Chicco NextFit was easy to install and comfortable for each of my girls. Considered buying the NextFit Zip, but wasn't sure if it was worth the extra cost.
Colorado g.
Undisclosed
Best in Class!!!
September 4, 2015
Amazingly easy install and safety features. Super comfortable. Worth every penny. This was my second nextfit that I bought.
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ShadowsApprentice
Undisclosed
High Quality
September 1, 2015
Just bought today and my son loves it he just turned 1yo
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AmyB
Undisclosed
This is best quality car ...
August 27, 2015
This is best quality car seat any of my children have ever had. Its beautiful, so well made, and has excellent features. My one year old recently transitioned from an infant car seat to this one and my family loves this car seat. My one year old is very happy, snug and secure riding around in this and it is so easy to get her in and out safely. Some of the features that I really like about this car seat include the cushioned head rest and shoulder straps, also the fabric covered buckle between her legs means I won't ever pinch her skin into the buckle again! I also really like the insulated cup holder. I am also looking forward to using the many various reclining settings for long car trips to keep her nice and comfortable. As far as instillation goes, my husband says it was very simple. Taking the car seat in and out is also a piece of cake, as we have done this a few times. The car seat is heavy, but that's because its solid and provides excellent protection in the event of a crash. We cannot say enough about this excellent product!
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Christy
St. Paul, MN
Verified Buyer
Quality Product
August 26, 2015
We purchased this when our 11 mo old had outgrown his infant seat. We've only had it for a few weeks but used it on our road trip from St. Paul, MN to Missoula, MT -essentially 4 days in the car seat. We were worried but our son seemed very comfortable in his new seat and managed to take his naps on the road. Easy to install and well built. My only complaint is that the recline button and the strap you pull to tighten the harness are hard to access once the seat is installed.
Pros
  • quality construction, comfortable, easy to install
Cons
  • hard to access recline button and pull strap to tighten harness once installed
Natalie
Springfield, VA
Verified Buyer
The perfect next carseat
August 22, 2015
We purchased this for our 13 month-old, who was seemingly more uncomfortable in his portable carseat. We quickly and easily installed it in my car without any difficulty. The instructions are clear and the design is well thought-out. We put him in it and he seems perfectly happy and comfy in his new car environment! This is also a top-rated carseat, which was super important to us. Definitely a purchase that will last us a long time.
Pros
  • Ease of use and installation.
Best Uses
  • Long-term carseat.
Cons
  • Difficult to remove and clean cover, but we will worry about that when we need to.
adam c.
waltham, ma
Verified Buyer
Could not be any easier
August 21, 2015
Obviously a very high quality car seat, but what you are paying for is the convenience and ease of installation. This seat literally takes 3 minutes to install, so it has already paid for itself in avoided frustration and wasted time.
Pros
  • easy to install
Cons
  • maybe a bit heavy?
Erin
Portland, OR
Verified Buyer
Glad with the purchase!
August 10, 2015
We only read good reviews and are happy ourselves with the car seat. Within the first week of use our little one had an accident in it and it is tricky, but possible, to remove the fabric and wash it. Good as new again! Would recommend this seat.
Melissa
, Lawrenceville, ga
Verified Buyer
So EASY to install!!
August 3, 2015
we had another seat that we liked but taking it in and out of the car was a nightmare, so from a recommendation from a friend we tried this one and never looked back!! this seat fits in lots of cars, rear faces for a long time and is soooo easy to install. I recommend this to everyone.
Nikki
Oklahoma
Great!
August 1, 2015
Perfect car seat, perfect condition, great service!
Ashley
Undisclosed
Love it!!!
July 31, 2015
This is the only Chicco product I have been completely happy with! I did have a hard time getting the LATCH straps tight enough to keep the car seat from wiggling. My husband ended up having to tighten them. After that it's been awesome!!! Easy to get my daughter in and out, easy to adjust the straps and head support. But by far the best part is the comfort flex portion of the straps. Super soft, cushioned fabric keeps the straps from digging into my daughter's legs! She falls right to sleep every time I put her in!
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juan
Riverside, CA
Verified Buyer
nice car seat
July 17, 2015
It's the #1 rated convertible car seat in baby center mother's pick 2015. Baby looks comfy in it, and sleeps well. The base is high so baby has a good view. Easy to install and space saving. Albee baby offers a very good price and no tax.
Pros
  • comfortable
  • easy to use
Cons
  • too heavy
SaraT
Undisclosed
Zip cover is worth it
July 15, 2015
Love the color and feel of the fabric. The cover is so easy to get off. The zip is very well worth the extra money, and the regular nextfit cover is a pain. Love the higher sides. Install is as easy as it gets. Love the lock offs. Seems like it will last my 3 year old a long time rear facing and forward facing. Wish the cupholder was designed into the seat a little better.
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SaraT
Undisclosed
Super easy install
July 15, 2015
Love the product. Wish the cupholder was built in. Has higher sides which can make baby hot, but I personally like them a lot, because it makes him seem safer. Love all the features. Cover dries fast(4 hours if even). Such a great product, but customer service is terrible.
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LFung109
Undisclosed
I bought two of them within a year!
July 7, 2015
I want to give that 5 stars but there is drawback from it. There is no other carseat having such a great feeling (soft)! Maybe Maxi Cosi, but Maxi pads aren't as tight as this one. My baby girl is 20 months old, and she's happy when putting her into it. The problem I encountered was there was one time my baby girl threw up on it, and omg it's hard to remove the paddings to wash!!!
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Noel104
Undisclosed
Love this seat!
July 5, 2015
I bought this for my 10 month old as we had the Chicco travel system, but he is beginning to outgrow it. I wanted a seat that he can use for a long time. I love this seat. The padding is great and I am able to easily strap him in and it feels so secure. I have the Next Fit Zip in another color for my 3 year old who is forward facing and love it too. I have the 3 year old forward facing next to the door and the baby rear facing in the middle and another person can still sit in the back seat with them. I was worried the 2 car seats would take up too much room but they do not. They are snug side by side but it works. My 3 year old says her seat is comfortable too. This seat is well worth the money you pay for it. And I will be able to keep my baby in it even after he is finally forward facing. And I plan on keeping the 3 year old in her Next Fit Zip for as long as possible as I feel she is so secure in it and I do not feel conmfortable with her sitting in a smaller seat, even though technically she may be able to according to age and weight requirements. As long as my kids are within the weight limits, they will probably remain in these Chiccos.
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