After much research, we ordered the Diono Radian RXT wanting a safe convertible seat to last and also narrow enough to install next to another carseat. This is it! It's taken a little getting used to, but now a week in of using it, we really like the ease of the harness and my son has never once cried out in discomfort.

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My son is expecting their third child and needed to move the oldest to the back row. This car seat fit the bill perfectly. They were so pleased to receive this car seat as a gift.

A year later we still use this carseat, we've never had any issues and its in great condition besides a few goldfish crumbs. My daughter loves it and can climb inane out on her own. She rides rear-facing and its the only carseat that fits 3 across rear-facing in my car. Now that her twins brothers are outgrowing their infant carseats we will be purchasing the same seats for them! Diono is great!

Good price, quick delivery, enjoyable experience

We already had a Diono RXT and got another one on sale for the other car. It keeps my daughter comfortable and safe. Also like that it has the steel frame and is slightly narrower so other people can still sit in the backseat.

Great for compact seating in smaller cars, designed with plenty of padding for comfort. Easy to install/uninstall. Definitely built with carrying precious cargo in mind.

We were having issues getting all three of our kids in the back safely in their car seats and booster. This seat allowed us to fit all three without any worries, it saved us about 4 inches that were taken up by the old seat. All the kiddos are much happier now and I don't have any worries about their safety anymore.

definitely lives up to the hype. I did a lot of research on convertible seats, and most arrows pointed back to this one. I really like the plum color, too!

We love this car seat! I picked it due to it allowing our kids to remain rear facing as long as possible. We now own 4! Both of our boys ride comfortably even for long distance travel.

Great car seat and fast shipping. Perfect car seat if you need to squeeze 3 next to each other or have a smaller car as they are very narrow

So far so good, I can fit 3 across in my sedan.

I love the Diono RXT. Ive been using one for my 22 month old since she was 9 months old & I just bought another one for my 7 month old. They are easy to install, narrow across the seat, and my daughter is very comfortable in it. I also very much love the safety features and that the frame is made of steal. This car seat was recommended to me by a fireman so I knew it must be the best. I should also mention that both my daughters are very comfortable in this car seat.

I really like this car seat. I have a small hatch Audi and it fits between two other average sized car seats (Safety first air). I will buy 2 more Diornos, so I know it will be perfect for my older kids until they over-grow the seats (at age of 11, probably).

Light weight, easy install and my two year old can climb in it herself. So easy to take in and out of car and store if you need to. No frills, but comfortable. Very happy with my purchase.

We got the Diono Radian RXT and love it! We've had Graco, Chicco and Britax for our older kids, and we're really liking the Diono car seat. It is very heavy, so it's not easy to move from one car to another, but that's something we don't encounter on a daily-basis. Overall, I highly recommend this car seat!

This seat is easy to install. The one downside is how long the back support is on this car seat. It takes up a lot of space when rear facing. The one upside is that it is a slim profile on the seat so you have more room between seats. Overall this seat is pretty good and my kids love to sit in it.

We love the diono. It’s not too bulky like some can be and it seems comfortable for our 1 yr old. It is heavier than most but I’ll take that for a steel frame. I deducted one star because of the installation. It’s relativeky easy but you can’t really transfer this car seat to others cars easily. And without the angle adjuster I’m not sure what car it would fit into without the passenger seat pushed all the way up! But it’s east to wash and safe for my boy with a slim design so I’m sold!

This is our second Diono, and (after trying multiple other cheaper car seats) the quality of this brand just can't be beat. This is a solid, steel-framed car seat that ranks HIGHLY in safety. It's the only car seat that can fit 3 in a row! We love Diono!!

first the bad news. This thing is heavy. It has to be heavy to provide so much protection so it is worth it. Took some time to install the first time but it is great once you know how to do it and it keeps baby cool which was an issue with other seats we tried.

We purchased two Radians. In the past, we have used Britax convertible seats; I have much older kids and have had Boulevards and Marathons, and we currently have two Marathons in our other car. We needed something with a higher rear-facing weight for our beast child, and the Radians have been reviewed so well (both professionally and by friends). We were trying to choose between this and the Clek Foonf for back-to-front space and a higher weight limit, and these were smaller. We have not been let down. They are easy to install. They are narrow. They don’t take up as much room front-to-back (but buy the wedge/positioner if you have a rear facing kiddo). The thing that impressed me the MOST is that these seats feel truly comfortable. I like the solid, darker colors because they don’t show dirt or stains like many other seats I’ve had. I’m a sucker for bright colors and fun patterns, so this isn’t something I thought I would like, but I do. No complaints. Be warned, though: This seat is heavy. I cannot emphasize that enough. If you are someone who has to move seats a lot or, more importantly, if you need to have a car seat that you use frequently for air travel, this may not be the right choice for you. Otherwise, it’s a great car seat.

Good quality. Fits in our vehicle 3 across. Arrived in good condition and as anticipated.

It’s a second car seat I’ve bought from Diono. We have been very satisfied with it. Easy to install, put in and take out a child, and travel with this car seat. It’s a little heavy, but it’s doesn’t matter if you take safety of your child in consideration. Great product.

This carseat is well worth the money for our small sedan. It fits 3 across perfectly! Very easy to install (make sure to read the manual first). We have not had any complaints!

I bought two of these for my twins. I like that I can fit two across and still have room for my teenager to sit between them. They are a very heavy car seat but I feel like that provides even more protection for my kids.

I was replacing car seats for my almost 1 year old and my 3 year old. Though I had the Nextfit convertible, my toddler just didn't like it much b/c she felt squished in it though she was a very slender child. I had planned on getting her into a booster seat at 4 so wasn't really interested in buying a new carseat. But after some research found the Diono Radian RXT. I loved the safety ratings and understood it was very heavy. But both these seats would be going in the captains chairs in the 2nd row of my SUV and I planned on never moving it. But what I really loved is that the sides were relatively low profile and felt roomier to my daughter. She didn't fall into her seat like other convertibles but just sat into it like a regular chair which made my job easier b/c I didn't have to help her dig herself out anymore.I also purchased a wedge seat adapter piece for my youngest daughter's seat so she is able to see outside the window or across to her sister easier.I got the black scarlet which looks nicer and is softer than expected. Easy to clean and relatively easy to install...the lifting it into the car was the hardest part. Just YouTube it and you should see quite a few Diono installation videos.

But like a tank! And it looks great. Also nice that it folds making it a good airplane/ travel seat.

I love the seat so much, I bought another for our 2nd child. I trust Diono the the safety of my family!

I already owned an older model of the RXT (about 3 years older) and love it. So, when I needed another seat for the younger brother, I decided to purchase the RXT again. This time I bought two, one for a Mercedes Benz C350 and one for a Toyota Sienna. The seats were easy to install in both cars. In the C350, with two seats (one in the rear center and one in the rear passenger side), I still have room for someone to sit in the rear driver seat. In the Sienna we also have a Britax car seat. In comparison, the Diono straps are much better. The Britax straps constantly get twisted. This is not a problem with the Diono seats. The Britax also takes up much more space in the car as well.

We've owned this car seat for a few weeks now, and so far I really like it. The steel frame construction and extended rear facing were the main selling points for me. Installation took some time, but I have peace of mind knowing the car seat is securely attached to my car. I especially like the tether that attaches from the back of the car seat to the front seat track which is bolted to the frame of my car. I purchased the optional angle adjuster which added several inches of space between the car seat and the back of the front seat in my tiny car, and also made the car seat conform better to the backseat of my car, which makes it feel even more stable and secure. When I try to move the car seat side to side with my hand, it barely budges at all. In addition to all the great safety features, the car seat's low profile makes getting my son in and out of the car seat much easier than with other car seats. He also seems to enjoy the freedom of movement he has in this seat compared to others.

I purchased this car seat for my granddaughter who just turned 4 years old. This car seat is built very good & my daughter loves it as well.

I love this car seat for both of my kids. I originally bought one for my daughter who is my older child, and it was so easy to get her in and out that I decided to buy a second for my son when he was ready for a convertible seat. We have several other convertible seats between my husband and the grandparents (graco 4ever, britax marathon, and evenflo convertible seat) but this is by far everyones favorite. It is rather heavy, but if you're not moving it from one car to another on a regular basis it's not an issue and the steel frame makes it very safe. Rear facing in my Ford Escape does limit front seat room quite a bit, but forward facing doesn't take up more room than the regular seat. I can fit an extra passenger in the backseat even with two car seats. Goal accomplished! I wish you didn't have to take the car seat out to rethread the harness but it's not that big of a deal.

I have three of these and can't use any other seats but these for our style of car for three across. So safe and comfy!

We bought this seat for my 2 1/2 yo son to replace a Britax Boulevard, which shifted over to my 10 month old daughter. We were hoping it would fit better in our small car, a 2003 Subaru Forester. It does, wonderfully. Besides being narrow (which is less of a concern for us with only 2 kids) it is small in depth as well and doesn't stick out beyond the seat allowing for my husband to fit in the car again because the front seat doesn't have to be pushed all the way forward. We bought the Britax for easy install and car switch, but it really isn't that much more complicated with the Diono. The straps are easy to fit to the kid and easy to tighten appropriately. Color is beautiful. My son loves the cup holder. He also seems really comfortable.

Not only do we love the steel frame, but these are also the only car seats that fit in the captain chairs of our Toyota Sienna. They are narrow enough to fit, but still provide enough space for our boys to sit comfortably. We have been using the Diono Radian RXT for over 4 years and couldn't be happier. We had to order another seat and couldn't beat the price from Albee Baby plus free shipping!

This car seat is a great buy! It is very low profile and my son really likes sitting in it! The price was quite a bit less than most other places and we got free shipping and it came fast! So glad AlbeeBaby is around!

This is the 3rd one of these seats we have bought. Both boys are comfortable. I love how they fit in the back of my husband's little car. They are very heavy.

I bought this seat for my daughter for our Honda CRV. We got this one specifically because it has a cash back offer at the time of purchase which saved more $$ over the other colors. But I kind of love it. I highly recommend the angle adjuster. It makes the seat angle better so you gain some leg room as a passenger. Even in a larger car like the Honda CRV, it was needed!!!

Great car seat, plan to use for extended rear facing. Love that it has a tether for rear facing to the floor as well. Easy to install and the angle adjuster helps give more leg room for front seat. Seems comfy and kid likes being able to see out the window.

Very narrow, feels sturdy

I am really pleased with how narrow this carseat is yet still very comfy for my 25 months old (tall) toddler girl! We were able to fit 3 different car seat brands across in our 4Runner. Goal met!!

Nice car seat

Great carseat! Easy to install as long as you read the manual well. Very heavy and safe.

Pros: Obviously the slimness and ability to fold. feels very solid without too much of a weight penalty over competition. Buckles easily and the shoulder/chest pads help keep the chest buckle in place so they don't have to be continually found and readjusted (pretty annoying on the wife's chico). The low seat makes getting kids in and out nice and easy. The protector/pad for the main buckle is a nice feature.Neutral: unless your car is huge or you don't care about the passenger seat you are going to need the incline adjustment pad for rear facing. Padding feels thin in areas. Since the seat is so tall the wings will inhibit your view when rear facing. Its nice that the seat gives a place to store all the buckles etc but they rattle without some modificctions.Cons: The strap system seems much more complex and cumbersome than other seats I've used. Additionally the weight limits when using the LATCH anchors are oddly low. Instructions could be more orderly and don't have a way to be stored with the seat.

We have had this seat for about a week now and my 3.5 year old loves that he can climb in the seat by himself and can see out the window better then his convertible carseat. I have a back condition so it is nice that I don't have to lift him any more. The straps are easy to buckle and pull snug. Fairly easy to assemble with the instructions. The seat is heavy but to be expected with a steel frame, which is the reason I purchase it. If planning to use for frequent flying and as a carry on, it could be heavy but for sporadic travel it would be fine. Overall has been great so far.

I was searching everywhere to find the right seats to fit in our suv it has space but its more compact so fitting 3 was really difficult and it was even more difficult to get us into a bigger vehicle so I got pretty sad because I was having hopes of expanding our family when my husband is back from deployment . But I knew there were more seats out there for compact car and suvs .. looked online , saw these seats. Found a friend who had two of them asked her to try them in my car with one of my childs seats at the time. And we fit them fine, safe and comfortably. So I decided to just buy 3! And they fit amazing and the seats are made very heavy and well. Very safe! I am glad I got these new seats. Ill be buying again in the future possibly! Thanks!

I like how this car seat is built. Compact and strong. I can fit 3 in a row on my 2010 prius. The cup holder is super sturdy, my son has been hanging on to it many times to help him to get in the car.

This is my second Diono Radian RXT purchase. My two year old is rear facing in it comfortably. It had high safety ratings and fits rear facing in the back seat of my compact car. I have purchased this one as a second car seat for my husbands vehicle until our baby is out of the infant seat, when it will be come his main car seat.

Was as described and arrived quickly. We have had diono Radian RXTcarseats for years now. Needed to replace one from an accident. Love the new updates to them.

I'm in love with this carseat. I bought a second one for grandparents car. Its slim enough for their small car but it is extremely safe.