Easy to Install and Great Slim Design!
June 13, 2018
Ever since my twins outgrew their infant seats I've been in search of a great "big kid" convertable car seat that is easy to install and doesn't take up the entire backseat. Of the three different seats I've tried, the Baby Jogger City View Seat comes closest to achieving these goals. I'm not sure the perfect seat actually exists, but the Baby Jogger City View comes close.
The good:
-Slim, yet comfortable, design: The padding seemed very good in this seat, and both of my kids (20 months) tried it, and enjoyed riding in it. There are two recline options in the backward facing position, so you're able to position the seat in the most comfortable position for your baby/toddler. Additionally, the positioning allows some freedom for the driver (assuming you have to install behind the drivers seat) to adjust if they need more room for their own seat. Both my husband and I are on the tall side, which tends to make driving with a car seat behind us uncomfortable.
Also, we have a car with a fold down third row which we use occasionally, but our other seats are so wide that we can't actually access the third row. This seat is narrow enough that if you position it behind the passenger seat and in the third row, then it's possible to access the third row. I didn't test this, but it looks like it would be possible to install three of these seats in the back seat .
-Really easy to install: I'm terrible about installing seats, but this one was super easy to use (with a latch system).
-Loved that it's easy to adjust: I was able to move the headrest position with a click of a button, rather than taking the whole seat out and rethreading the harness. To me, this is the most important feature in a convertible seat (aside from safety) since I plan to keep (and presumable adjust) the seat for years.
-Safe: I didn't install the anti-rebound bar, but definitely would have used it if my kids were younger. I like that the seat offers this option.
Room for Improvement:
-Weight: This seat is HEAVY. It's easy to install, but it's not a seat you want to bring on vacation or pop in and out of a cab.
-Cup Holder: Not super important to my, but it's a soft click on holder that doesn't really hold much. I use the cup holders on my other seat for toys and snacks, and that option isn't really available with this seat.
Overall, this is great seat and I recommend it if you're in search for a convertible, slim design option.
Thank you to weeSpring Parent Panel for sending me car seat to review!
This product review was collected by the manufacturer.