This Is The Ugly Truth About Infant Car Seats That Swivel
Infant Car Seats That Swivel
If you have back pain or have difficulty buckling baby in a car seat, an infant seat that rotates may make a huge difference. But, they typically come with a price tag.
Some of the best car seats that rotate offer advanced safety features like an anti-rebound bar, as well as Linear Side-impact Protection that reduce collision forces.
CYBEX Aton G Swivel
Swivel bases are a great option for those who travel light and would like to move their infant car seat from one vehicle to another without having to take it off and reinstall the base each time. The CYBEX Aton Swivel is a great choice for those who wish to travel light because it lets them switch their infant car seat between cars without having to remove and reinstall it each time.
The swivel's unique design rotates in a 180-degree circle that makes it simple to get your child in the seat from either the right or left side of the car. This is a huge benefit, especially for wriggly infants. CYBEX makes it simple to set up the car seat with their SafeLock buckle tensioner, which will ensure an ideal fit in just a few seconds.
Other features include a no harness that can be rethread, which adjusts with the seat headrest so that it grows with your child's development and Linear Side Impact Protection (which reduces the force of collisions) and an anti-rebounding bars that increase the rotation of the seat during an accident. The shell has ventilation channels that allow for natural airflow, keeping your baby in a comfortable position. The seat can also be cleaned by a machine to make cleanup easy.
This car seat can also be used as a travel system to select strollers. The Aton is compatible with the CYBEX Gazelle S Stroller, among other strollers. It's not the simplest way to attach an infant car seat to the stroller. You have to press a button on the front of the seat and then remove the seat from the clip. If that's not enough to stop you from thinking about this seat, be aware that it doesn't have as impressive crash test results than its rivals and is more expensive. But, it's an excellent choice for many families. / p>
Graco SnugRide Convertible Car Seat
The Graco SnugRide is a reasonable option for families of all sizes. It provides a good mix of safety, features and usability, such as a front belt adjuster as well as an adjustable base (in certain versions). It also works with most strollers, which is a nice bonus. It does have a few issues. The primary issue is that the seat is more likely to tip when rear-facing, and is secured with a seat belt, which could cause it to loosen over time and need to be tightened. This is not a safety issue, but it can cause annoyance for some parents. The other problem is that the crotch buckle's thickness may be a bit too deep for infants, which may lead to them slumping over.
The SnugRide model from Graco is a great option for most babies. It is suitable for children who weigh up to 35lbs or two years of age which is typically the limit for infant car seats. It scores excellent marks in crash tests, which is normal. It is light and comes with easy-to-follow instructions. It also ranks highly in our ratings for ease-of-use which includes how easy it is to install and adjust the harness.
The Graco GragRide isn't quite as effective in other categories, like comfort and quality. The fabric is more plasticky and the padding thinner than other infant car seats. This is the only one of our top picks to not offer a head support insert for children with smaller heads, which is a bummer because it can help lower the chance of injury to some babies.
Orbit Baby G5+
The G5+ infant car seat is a blend of innovative technology with leading-edge safety functionality which makes it a top choice for parents who value comfort and convenience. Its patented SmartHub base offers direct compatibility with the G5+ Rotating Infant Car Seat, eliminating the need to purchase additional car seat adapters.
The SmartHub base can be installed quickly and safely using the patented StrongArm knob in less than 60 second. It's designed with an ergonomically-designed deep-cradle design and molded side impact protection for the best possible crash protection. The base is light enough to make transporting it easier. It also comes with an all-over UV sunshade that covers the entire area with a patented Paparazzi Shield extension that tucks away when it is not in use. The seat is made of soft and breathable premium fabric that is comfortable in any climate or season. It has been certified safe by Oeko-Tex Standard 100, the most dependable in terms of fabric safety. It's fitted with a durable 5-point harness and an included infant head support insert designed for newborns and a telescoping handlebar that's adjustable to the ideal height for parents.
When connected to when connected to the SmartHub base when connected to the base, the G5+ rotates and reclining in one fluid motion. It can be used upright or fully reclining, with the parent facing towards the front or facing forward. The seat comes with high-quality lower anchors with push-button buttons that are stored in a convenient place and are accessible. The base also features a built-in indicator that lets parents know when the lower anchors are properly tightened, eliminating guesswork.
With the purchase of Orbit Baby Helix+ double stroller attachment, the G5+ can be easily converted into a double-stroller. It can be used with two G5+ Stroller Seats or a combination of the G5+ Stroller Seat and Nuna DEMI Next Sibling Car Seat.
Maxi-Cosi Peri
A rotating infant car seat is a fantastic option when you have a family who enjoys traveling or in the event that you own an SUV. These seats make it easier to load and unload the baby, particularly if it is wiggly. They are also convenient for those who suffer from back pain or have a difficult time reaching the back seat with just one arm. The seats are able to rotate in order to reach the child's seat. This allows you to easily remove the child from the seat and buckle them up.
The Maxi-Cosi Peri is fitted with an impressive set of safety features, including G-Cell technology for side impact, a cosy-from-birth insert, and a handle that can rotate 360 degrees around the base. The seat can be placed in a rear-facing position from birth. It comes with five recline positions to ensure an ideal fit. A headrest can be adjusted in tandem with the harness. The base comes with a stability leg and an anti-rebound bar for an extra level of security.
Parents will appreciate the QuikFit 6-position harness, which reduces the need to rethread as baby grows. The headrest and harness are easily adjusted with just one hand. A TensionFix red to green tension indicator on base will notify you when the belt has been properly tightened. The chest clip comes with Sensorsafe, which sends an alert via mobile app when a child is unable to buckle it in a crash.
The Peri, like the Cybex Aton G Swivel has a visible route for the belt built into the shell. This allows for baseless mounting without the base (taxi-mode). This feature provides parents with more flexibility when traveling. The seat is able to be attached to a variety of Maxi-Cosi travel systems as well as being compatible with strollers.
NUNA REVV
This rotating convertible car seat from Nuna provides a convenient way to get your baby in and out of the car. It rotates to the vehicle door to make it easy to get in and out without needing to turn your back. Pushchairs And Prams grows with your child from newborn up to 40 pounds. It can rotate 360 degrees from a single fixture for forward-facing and rear-facing riding, and its steel technology, Aeroflex side impacts protection pods, EPP energy absorbing flannel, and Aeroflex side impact protector pods elevate security to a new level. Ventilation panels inside the shell ensure your child's ease of movement, and the 10-position bubble-free recline ensures there are no pinch points.
This seat is above average in terms of ease of use. It has five-point harnesses that do not require rethreading and magnetic buckle holders integrated into the seat to keep straps out-of-the-way when you buckle. The crotch strap has two height positions and 10 possible length options to ensure a secure fit and the stability load leg in the base reduces movement during an accident. There's a handy storage cubby for LATCH connectors and straps and the seat has a built-in rebound bar that helps to reduce the chance of a crash to rotate.
The Revv isn’t the heaviest seat in its class but it is still quite heavy and larger than the majority of seats we've tested. It might not be the ideal choice for small cars or front-seat passengers. It also doesn't have a level indicator when installed in rear-facing configuration, so you might need to do some trial and error to find the best position. However, it does come with a belt lock-off and a color-coded pathway to help you avoid mistakes, and its push-style LATCH connectors make it easier to install with the vehicle belt. It also has an excellent crash test score, and it's GREENGUARD GOLD certified to help you breathe cleaner air.