. Albee Baby

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4.9
out of 5.0
510 Reviews
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Wynne
St. Louis, Missouri
Verified Buyer
My kid was so happy when we got this car seat
November 25, 2018
My kid was so happy to have switched to the convertible car seat. I got this because of peace of mind. It truly is a tank! It is the only car seat on the market that i know of that has non-toxic cloth. It was also easy installation. Be sure the seat belt goes to the black portion, not between the blue lock offs. I made that mistake, but the car seat check place I went to corrected me. I wish my kid could have held out till the black friday sale, but we are happy none the less.
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Kathleen
Centennial, Colorado
Verified Buyer
Sturdy, heavy, and fits 3 across
November 23, 2018
Easy to clean, heavy, sturdy. One of the few to fit 3 across in our Odyssey. Pretty easy to install, tighten, etc. Just a pain to move, so it's not one of those seats that is amenable to swapping in and out of cars easily/quickly. Otherwise, we love these seats!
Best Uses
  • 3 across in minivans
Cons
  • expensive
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Sara
West Palm
Verified Buyer
Solid
November 23, 2018
This seat is HEAVY. The fabric is super soft and I feel good knowing that my kid isn’t being exposed to all the fire retardant chemicals. I had some issue with the crotch strap placement, but Clek customer service was super helpful. Very happy with this purchase.
Pros
  • Heavy, soft fabric, baby sits high
Cons
  • Not good for moving between vehicles
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Britta
Topeka, Kansas
Verified Buyer
Love Clek
November 22, 2018
We own two Clek seats now ... love that they are not only narrow and look great, but they are also some of the safest seats on the market. Some may find it a con but, I love how tall it sets, my toddler does also. It gives her a great view out her window.
Cons
  • Super heavy !
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Natalie
Irvine, CA
Verified Buyer
Excellent Convertible Car Seat!
November 9, 2018
My son is so much more comfortable in this car seat in addition to it being incredibly safe!
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Mike
Minnesota
Verified Buyer
Favorite Car Seat
November 9, 2018
We really like these car seats. They are so narrow we can fit three across in our vehicle. You can keep your child rear facing a lot longer then many other car seats. They are easy to use and clean. The only negative I have is they are a lot longer when rear facing and can make it hard to put in some places of a vehicle. They seem very well made and safe I just wish they were not so expensive.
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Megan
Arlington , MA
Verified Buyer
Love these carseats!
October 22, 2018
We have two foonfs for our daughters. I love how easy they are to install and how easy it is to keep them clean. They also fit well in our tiny Corolla!
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Jordana
Harker Heights, Texas
Verified Buyer
Great car seat
October 12, 2018
I have two of these seats and love them. It is very safe and looks nice. It is heavy and tall so slightly harder to put the kids in but the safety makes it all worth it. We even took this seat on an airplane. We ended up getting a thing to roll it around the airport so we didn’t have to lift it and it was narrow enough that it fit through the airplane aisle while other people were struggling with their car seats.
Pros
  • Great safety features and a nice looking seat
Cons
  • Sits very tall rear facing and is heavy
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Sarah
Denver, Colorado
Verified Buyer
Great carseat, but short crotch buckle
October 10, 2018
I read this somewhere else and dismissed it but it is TRUE- the crotch buckle for this carseat is ridiculously short and thus the buckle snaps into place right at my daughter thighs, almost pinching her every time. Everything else about the carseat (comfort, fabric, overall look and safety) are great but I don't understand the logic behind the short crotch buckle.
Pros
  • Comfy
  • Safe
  • well made and durable
  • nice fabric
Cons
  • Ridiculously short crotch buckle
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Liguan
Cleveland, Ohio
Verified Buyer
this item is very good
October 9, 2018
This safety seat is very nice and easy to clean, with no disadvantages other than being heavy.
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Alyssa
Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Verified Buyer
Sturdy and comfortable
September 30, 2018
My toddler loves this car seat. It feels sturdy and it is easy to buckle/unbuckle, unlike some other car seats. The fabric/color is beautiful. The only con is that it is very heavy, so it is not easy to transfer or travel with it.
Pros
  • Comfortable for toddler
Best Uses
  • Primary car seat that does not require transferring often
Cons
  • Heavy
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2016Mama
Massachusetts
Verified Buyer
We Love It & So Does Our Daughter
September 26, 2018
We wanted the best rear-facing car seat for long term use, and this is it! We had done a ton of research, and finally bit the bullet to spring for this seat. Install was a bit more involved than our infant car seat, but it's so incredibly secure. My daughter sits happily and proudly in her "big girl" car seat — which is great since she'll be in it for awhile!
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Jenny
Texas
Verified Buyer
Great!
September 16, 2018
We have the 2016 version, and this one has only gotten better! Sturdy seat, great color combo, and my kid loves sitting in it.
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THAKON
Mclean, Virginia
Verified Buyer
great carseat good for new born til toddler
September 15, 2018
THIS IS MY SECOND CLEK FOONF. LOVE THIS PRODUCT SO MUCH
Pros
  • SAFETYNESS
Best Uses
  • GOOD TILL 5 YEAS OLD
Cons
  • HEAVY FOR TRAVELLING
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Juliana
Cocoa, Florida
Verified Buyer
Amazing car seat
September 13, 2018
We have purchased two of these seats, both in the merino wool option. Fabric is very soft, and I appreciate the cooling feature, in the Florida heat. This car seat is very heavy and very sturdy. You will not be able to transfer this seat from vehicle to vehicle tho - too heavy. The straps are quite easy to tighten and loosen. My LO has always hated car travel, but in this seat, he sits to high up that he can look out the windows, and he now enjoys looking for trucks and has fun. The seat is pricey but worth it. Clek customer service is also amazing and a pleasure to deal with.
Pros
  • Very safe and sturdy
  • Baby sits high to look out windows
  • Fabric is very soft but durable
  • Straps are easy to tighten and loosen
  • Clek customer service is awesome
Cons
  • None. This car seat is amazing and worth every penny. Car seat safety is not where I want to save money.
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Mom
Baltimore
Verified Buyer
Wonderful upgrade from previous convertible
September 10, 2018
This is so easy to install and use compared to a previous convertible car seat we owned, and is so secure in place. So glad we tried a new seat. Kiddo loves the pattern. It does cinch down pretty tight, so you'll need to experiment with the best way to do that without pinching the next/shoulder area.
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Brittney
Salt Lake City, Utah
Verified Buyer
Love it!
August 12, 2018
We purchased the foomf because of its narrow profile and couldn’t be happier. Our daughter loves it and it fits well in our SUV. Also the delivery was really quick, which we appreciated! Overall, 5 stars.
Pros
  • Narrow
  • Nice fabric
  • Solid design
Cons
  • Heavy
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Tara
Texas
Verified Buyer
Good item decent shipping rate
July 22, 2018
Item is awesome. Shipped in about 7 days. Item needs to be behind driver because otherwise can’t see through passenger rear window. Very tall car seat!!
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Hongmei
Saint Louis, Missouri
Verified Buyer
Good product
July 17, 2018
This is our second car seat, very satisfied with this.
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Susie
,
Verified Buyer
We love these seats!!
July 17, 2018
We currently have 3 of these seats 2 in my car and one in my husbands truck! I always buy from Albeebbay! Great customer service fast shipping and great prices and deals!!
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Mallory
Wilmington, NC
Verified Buyer
I'm sold
June 30, 2018
When I unboxed our foonf, I was really blown away by the quality of the seat. It looks like a miniature version of an actual car seat. It is sleek and trim, and despite being very heavy, I'd never describe it as bulky. I got the mammoth wool and it is really, really nice - super soft. I love merino wool, but wasn't sure about it holding up to wear and tear over the years as a seat. After reading way too much about merino, I decided to give it a go because it's supposed to be incredibly durable and hard-wearing. I installed this seat mostly by myself and highly recommend purchasing the mat-thingy to go with it because this thing puts a lot of pressure on your car's seat. Everything about the installation was easy for me to accomplish solo except getting the seat tight enough against our car's seat. Not a big deal, I had my husband push down on it while I tightened the LATCH straps, and that did the trick. I am a big fan of the anti-rebound bar. It really keeps the seat from wiggling and makes it feel like an extension of your car. Comfort-wise I expected a little more cushion to the seat, but I think it'll be fine for a little bum. My daughter absolutely hated her infant car seat. More often than not, she was completely inconsolable on car rides. She slept for nearly two hours on her first outing in the foonf. She rarely takes naps that long at home. Lucky I had my awesome mom with me to sit in the car with her while I ran my errands!As other reviewers have stated - this is not a seat you'll want to move from car to car. It's built like a tank and is almost as heavy.Only time will tell if my daughter will be content in the foonf, but I'm sold. If she still hates riding in the car, at least I'll know she's screaming in the safest car seat on the market!
Pros
  • Built like tank, love the merino wool, super safe and secure, anti-rebound bar, easy enough to install, straightforward instructions
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Spring
Chatfield, Minnesota
Verified Buyer
You Will Not Regret Buying This Car Seat
June 30, 2018
This is my second Clek car seat. I bought the Fllo model about two years ago for my first daughter in Thunder (beautiful gray color) and loved it. This time around I decided to get the Foonf. My youngest will be taking over her sisters old Clek for now because my 3 yr old really wanted the pink seat. I was worried the bright pink was going to be too over whelming but it's not. It's a very pretty color and my 3 yr old loves it. I plan on ordering a second pink for the baby so when she gets a little older she won't be jealous of her sister's seat. Then the older Clek will move to dad's car. I love both the Fllo and the Foonf, you will not be disappointed with either choice. I chose Clek because it's one of the few brands that make seats with non toxic flame retardants, this was a #1 priority for me. The next consideration was ease of use. I tested out the other two Brands that were rated non toxic (Maxi Cosi & Britax) both we're very hard to tighten the harness. Clek tightens and loosens so easily. I purchased both car seats through Albee Baby and they have been a wonderful company to do business with. I will definitely be buy from them again.
Pros
  • Non toxic flame retardants
  • very sturdy
  • beautiful color choices
  • narrow base yet very roomy & comfortable seat
  • easy to put kids in and take out
  • rates for up to 50lbs rear facing
  • Top safety ratings
Cons
  • Very heavy- I don?t move my seat back and forth from vehicles so not an issue for me.
  • Price - all the safety features makes this well worth it to me.
  • Fabric cover is not removable to wash- it does wipe down very well with a damp cloth though and I?ve never not been able to get a stain out.
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Leslie
Montebello, CA
Verified Buyer
I love the new material on this Clek feels soft and nice
June 29, 2018
I love that the chair is nice and soft but the outer material is hard and sturdy.
Pros
  • I love the material and the fact is won't get as hot especially in California summer weather
Best Uses
  • Seems comfortable for my 16 month son.
Cons
  • I found it a little hard to install even though I had help .
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Cindy
PLANO, Texas
Verified Buyer
Great Car Seat
June 29, 2018
Love this car seat!! It isn't bulky which is great for aesthetics, but also my daughter just looks more comfortable in it than she did in her Britax Boulevard. Worth the cost!
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Mallory
Bentonville, Arkansas
Verified Buyer
I would buy it a thousand times over.
June 24, 2018
I adore this seat. It just works. It's sturdy and safe and sleek, and it never complicates my life. The fabric cleans easily with the Clek cleaning kit, and I love not having to take the seat apart to wash a cover. My 29 pound 2 year-old rear faces comfortably. He loves that he can see out the windows and the rear glass. I know this because he tells me every. single. thing. that he sees. I also love that Clek has a crash-tested seat protector. The weight of the seat was leaving impressions in my car's leather upholstery, but I wouldn't risk safety for something so frivolous. We ordered the Clek seat protector, and it's doing a great job protecting the leather without interfering with a very secure installation (that sucker does not budge).
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stephanie
Fredericksburg, Virginia
Verified Buyer
BEST convertible Car Seat!!!
June 21, 2018
You may not know this but this car seat is even green guard certified (the only car seat that is)It sits higher up and my toddler can see so much more out of the car she loves it. The material is soft and comfy. The kick bar is great. It also is more narrow and so much less bulky than other convertible car seats. Its expensive but definitely worth it!
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Katie
Los Angeles, CA
Verified Buyer
If you are hesitating... don't! This is the best car seat!!!
June 18, 2018
I know this car seat is very expensive... but we decided to go without in other areas (for instance, we don't have the most amazing strollers because we are deciding to prioritize spending on car seats). We love this car seat and it is actually the second time I am purchasing this make and model. I have one for each of my children in my car (which is the car they are in most often). We do have Britax models in my partner's car and all grandparent cars... but I prefer the Clek Foonf to all other car seat options because of the safety aspects of this seat, the height of this seat (the kids love to see outside). The extended rear-facing feature is also a must for me as we drive a great deal and I really want to be as safe as possible. FYI- We have both Clek seats in Shadow as the fabric does receive a great deal of wear and tear. Since it is not removable, it is less easy to keep spotless. I highly recommend a darker color unless you are in the position to purchase a new seat when it looks less cute due to wear and tear or if you won't be bothered by this issue. Also, there are two different fabric feels and I prefer the look and feel of this fabric type. It is so soft and luxurious.
Pros
  • extended rear-facing
  • fabrics used
  • seat height
  • slim design
  • environmental impact
  • the beauty of the design
Cons
  • price
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NadK
nadialeslie@hotmail.com
Verified Buyer
Wonderful seat
June 16, 2018
Clek makes a great seat. They alsohave good customer service, and replaced a cover for me after testing showed it had a chemical in it that was not intended. I've bought 2 seats from Albee now without any problems.
Pros
  • Safe and healthy!
Best Uses
  • Best seat for everyday.
Cons
  • Heavy
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Chelsea
chelfranco@gmail.com
Verified Buyer
Love this car seat
June 16, 2018
Best car seat out there! Safe, easy to use, and great quality when buying from Albeebaby! Best customer service!
Pros
  • -built like a tank
  • -safest car seat
  • -Clek share crash test results and information
  • -sits high so baby can see out rear window
  • -narrow enough to fit 3 across
  • -long warranty
  • -long lifespan of car seat
  • -fabric cleans well
  • -harness is so much easier to use than other high end car seats
  • -open feeling so child doesn?t feel enclosed
  • -pretty :)
  • -retread harness (I put this as a pro because it?s amazing the difference this makes with the everyday feeling of tightening the harness on the child. Rethreading is so simple too and you rarely have to do it
Cons
  • - not super soft and padded
  • -harder to install (not hard, just not as simple)
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merryfairy421
RSM, CA
Verified Buyer
Great Carseat
June 16, 2018
This is our 2nd foonf carseat. We purchased one for our 1st child, loved it, and so we bought one for our 2nd child. The fabric is great and does not stain. We like the soft foam cushion. My child looks comfortable in it. The design is nice and sturdy, yet simple and not bulky.
Pros
  • fabric, simple design
Cons
  • the price (but you do get what you pay for)
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venkat
Irvine, California
Verified Buyer
Best Car Seat
June 14, 2018
Its the best car seat I have purchased. Initial installation can be little overwhelming but overall very secured and easy to clean. Give Little one best seating position
Pros
  • Looks
  • easy to clean
  • secured
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Bluey
thaosy@gmail.com
Verified Buyer
Great product
June 13, 2018
Our second clek. Feel safe and secure.
Pros
  • Very sturdy
Cons
  • Heavy!
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Negin
Lexington, Massachusetts
Verified Buyer
Sturdy and easy to install
June 3, 2018
This car seat arrived in time. It's easy to install and I like the fact that it can be installed both rare facing and forward facing. My son seems to be so comfortable and happy as he can see out the window.
Pros
  • Safe, sturdy, narrow and comfortable.
Cons
  • Heavy for one person to assemble and install.
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Martha
New York, New York
Verified Buyer
Very happy with purchase
May 24, 2018
Take your time with the installation and read the manual before you dive in. It's straightforward but you don't want to miss anything. Baby is very happy in the seat. It's helpful that it sits so high, makes it easier to get her in and out of the seat. Built like a tank. Just graduated from the Nuna Pipa.
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S
Nashville, Tennessee
Verified Buyer
Best car seat
May 18, 2018
I have 3 of these. I'm obsessed with safety, and I think this is the best car seat on the market. This thing is like a tank. It has the best height and weight limits for rear and forward facing that I could find. The children sit up high and love looking out the window rather than screaming their heads off once you clip them in. The anti rebound bar is amazing and you can see right away how much more stable this car seat is compared to others on the market.
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S
Nashville, Tennessee
Verified Buyer
Best car seat
May 18, 2018
This is my third clek foonf. I'm obsessed with safety, and I think this is the best car seat on the market. This thing is like a tank. It has the best height and weight limits for rear and forward facing that I could find. The children sit up high and love looking out the window rather than screaming their heads off once you clip them in. The anti rebound bar is amazing and you can see right away how much more stable this car seat is compared to others on the market.
Pros
  • Safety
  • Height and weight limits
Cons
  • Challenging installation. I took it to our local fire house to have a certified car seat safety inspector take a look. They said it was the most impressive car seat they had seen.
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Katie
Somerville, Massachusetts
Verified Buyer
Great car seat!
May 12, 2018
As the mother to a very large one year old, I was looking for a car seat that had increased height/weight restrictions for backwards facing, and this one was best with the added bonus of being much more slim in profile. He also loves his new car seat! He sits up high and now sees out the back window.
Pros
  • Safety features, very nice fabric, slim profile, comfortable
Cons
  • Slightly confusing instructions but actual installation was smooth and easy
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Maribel
Urenamaribel@hotmail.com
Verified Buyer
The best car seat we have ever own
April 27, 2018
Easy installation and incredibly stylish design
Pros
  • Easy and quick to instal
  • Amazing design
Best Uses
  • BMW i3
Cons
  • Incredibly heavy
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Hongmei
Saint Louis, Missouri
Verified Buyer
Great Car Seat, but hard to clean and unbelievably heavy
April 24, 2018
This seat is built very solid and seems very safe. The fabric is very breathable, and my kid does not get hot and sweaty quickly like he does in other seats. The fabric, however, is to removable and difficult to clean; and this seat weights a ton! It can't be moved between cars easily!
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Mom 3.
Los Angeles, ca
Verified Buyer
Love this car seat
April 20, 2018
Heavy but secure so not good to travel with it love between cars. Looks modern and sleek.Kids say very comfortable and sits high so toddler can finally see out window. Fits narrow so can get 3 across in 2017 Subaru Outback.
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Stacy
stacysk8s@aol.com
Verified Buyer
Worth every penny!
April 13, 2018
I love this seat! So easy to install and I know itEtms weird to say this about a car seat but itEtms so pretty! Perfect transition from our infant carrier.
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MM
New Orleans, LA
Verified Buyer
Great carseat - worth the price!
April 9, 2018
I love this carseat. It had been recommended to me from several friends for the safety ratings it receives, and also for being much narrower than many other carseats. This was easy to install, though it is definitely heavy. The fabric is so soft and I love how my room my son has to grow in this carseat. I definitely recommend this carseat!
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April W.
Mobile AL
Verified Buyer
Best carseat available
April 4, 2018
Before purchasing a carseat for our large 10 month old baby we researched for 2 months. This car seat far outshined any other that we looked at on the market. From the fabric to the design we were impressed. Once we got the carseat (delivered) we were in awe of how sturdy and sound this seat was. I'll admit though it is heavy so if that is a problem going with the Fllo would be in one's best interest. The color is awesome, the construction is fantastic and our son loves his new seat. I have already recommended this seat to a couple of friends with small ones and will continue to do so. We love this seat.
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Jesse
Houston, TX
Verified Buyer
It's very small and very heavy
April 4, 2018
It's very small and very heavy, Amazing seat. Easier to install than I thought it would be.
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Nicole
Saint Helens, OR
Verified Buyer
Safest Carseat
April 2, 2018
Super easy to wipe off and clean, much thinner profile then other carseats we've had, and I feel like my kids are very well protected.
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TU
Western, MA
Verified Buyer
I just love Clek
March 23, 2018
Clek products are truly worth the money. High quality materials, beautiful designs and easy to use. They are extremely heavy though, so if you need to travel with them be sure to purchase a trolley to carry them with ease. Highly recommend this product.
Cons
  • Heavy
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Jackie
Sugar Land, TX
Verified Buyer
most comfortable and safe car seat
March 21, 2018
We actually have 2 clek foonfs! One in my husband's car and one in mine. We previously had another convertible car seat that our son hated and we had to return. This one gives me the piece of mind that he's in the safest one on the market and is super comfortable to boot! Easy care fabric, sleek styling, and the full steel construction had me sold. Love this color also! Love it even more that we got it on sale once they came out with the 2018 model.
Pros
  • Easy care fabric, sleek styling, and the full steel construction
Cons
  • no included accessories (like cup holder)
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Chen
Houston, Texas
Verified Buyer
Great Car Seat
March 19, 2018
We have four car seats: two Clek Foonf , one britax, and one maxin-cosi .My daughter and i love Foonf better. Well worth the extra money for the design! We are in Texas. Compared to other car seats, this one is cooler. S The straps adjust nice and easy, My daughter loves this seat a lot more as she is sitting much higher and can see a lot better.
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Pooky
Dc
Verified Buyer
Built like a tank
March 18, 2018
Incedibly well made and well thought out design, heavey, quality, & safe. 1st ride included puke, but cleaned up very easily.
Pros
  • Safe
  • Quality materials & construction
  • Narrow
Cons
  • Expensive
  • Heavey
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Babyguy
Houston, Texas
Verified Buyer
Compatible with inflatable seat belts
March 14, 2018
I originally purchased a Britax convertible car seat in my Ford Explorer. I was all set to go until I looked up how to install it with inflatable seat belts and realized that most car seats aren't compatible. I researched all of the options which led me to Clek and the Foonf and am glad I made the switch, even if I didn't have inflatable seat belts. This is simply the safest, most well made car seat in the market. I originally wanted to go with the cool Tokidoki version but my wife wouldn't go for it but all of the other options look good too. Make sure you look into the differences in installation if you have inflatable car seats.
Pros
  • Compatible with inflatable seat belts
  • Form factor
  • Made in Canada
  • Published safety data
  • Higher rear-facing weight limits
  • Reclinable
  • Optional cupholders
  • Stain resistant material
Best Uses
  • If it's only going to stay in a one car and never move
Cons
  • Heavy - will have to switch from LATCH installation sooner due to weight
  • Difficult to transfer between vehicles
  • Cupholders not included and expensive to purchase
  • Fabric not removable
  • Installation slightly more difficult and extra steps needed to change strap heights

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