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Britax Roundabout Convertible Car Seat

Brand: Britax USA
List Price: $279.99
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Rating: (122 reviews)

The Roundabout from Britax is a sturdy and reliable restraint system that helps protect your child in the car. Designed for children rear facing from five to 35 pounds and forward facing from at least one year old and 20 pounds to 40 pounds, with a standing height of up to 40 inches for both positions, this convenient seat features a versatile, contoured base that fits in almost any car.

Product Features:

* Easy installation with built-in lock-off clips, Versa-Tether and Safe Guard LATCH Connectors
* Tangle-free 5 point harness with 3 heights for convenience and a more secure fit
* Equipped with Energy Absorbing EPS foam for additional protection during impact
* Push button, one pull front harness adjustment
* Rear facing: 5 to 35 pounds. Forward facing: At least 1 year old and 20 to 40 pounds

Quick and Easy Installation

Easy to install correctly, regardless of whether your vehicle is LATCH compatible or not, the Roundabout takes the guesswork out of installation so you know your child is safely positioned on every trip. The Roundabout features a tangle-free, five-point harness made with rough and tough polyester webbing to resist wear and tear. The push-button LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children) connectors help tightly secure your child quickly and easily so you won’t have to worry about struggling with endless straps and complicated procedures, and convenient belt holders keep the harness to the side so you can place the child in the seat. Additionally, the harness offers three adjustable shoulder height positions for a snug fit over the shoulders, collarbone, and hips.

Finally, the Roundabout provides built-in lock-off clips that keep the seat tightly in place when using only traditional seatbelts at installation. A simple handle pull allows the car seat base to be easily reclined when rear-facing, and the one-pull harness strap adjuster makes for a quick, easy, and secure fit every time.

HUGS for Optimum Safety and Support

When it comes to safety, the Roundabout truly delivers. First, the patented floating HUGS (Harness Ultra Guard) system exceeds U.S. safety standards by reducing forward head movement as it gently cushions the neck and chest with soft padding–a feature that’s particularly important both in the case of an accident and during nap time. Made of expanded polystyrene (EPS) and extra thick comfort foam, this system better distributes the webbing loads, reducing head movement and minimizing harness irritation on baby’s neck in case of impact. HUGS also reduces the chance of improperly positioning the chest clip.

Versa-Tether for Additional Security

The Roundabout also offers Britax’s patented Versa-Tether, an anchor aid that provides additional security in the forward facing position for children weighing more than 50 pounds. The Versa-Tether fastens the top of the car seat to factory-installed automobile anchor points, minimizing the possibility of a head injury in the event of impact.

Weighing only 14 pounds when empty, and measuring 18.25 x 25 x 23.5 inches (WxHxD), the Roundabout is incredibly comfortable. For added convenience, it is certified for air travel. The Roundabout comes with a limited 1-year limited warranty.

Customer Reviews:

my child is safe and comfortable and loves the cow pattern, December 14, 2008

I bought this seat because of a very high rating from consumer reports. When we opened the box we loved the cow pattern right away. It is also very soft and comfortable. My 4 year old is using it now and can do the seat belt all by herself. The belt is a little too tight for her to get out of by herself - she doesn’t quite have the strength to push the button enough to release the latches. This is bad when I am in a hurry and want her to get out quickly, but it is really good because it means she can’t take it off when she shouldn’t. In a few months my baby will be ready for this seat as my 4 year old will then be 5 and is finally big enough to move into a booster seat (she’s small for her age). I love how flexible this car seat is for all ages. Again, it is also very well padded and comfortable. It was easy to install and really stays put. I REALLY like this car seat. It will grow with my little one for years to come. I highly recommend it.

The Best Ever!, November 30, 2008
I placed my order for this carseat and received it within 10 days. The Date of Manufacture was for the same month that I ordered it - I was pleasantly surprised by that. I have had a Roundabout for a few years but will need two shortly. Amazon’s pricing paired with no sales tax and free shipping made this a real bargain.
The seat itself is amazing to use. Very safe, very easy to understand how it works. The latch mechanism is easy to install and keeps the seat extra tight in the car. The fabric is very soft, machine washable for about 100 washes before it starts to wear out (from previous experience) and the belts are very easy to adjust as your child grows. I really appreciate having the belts very low and close to my child’s hips in the 5-point harness. Some convertible carseats set the crotch strap too high, or not tight enough so baby’s legs are too loose. Not here. There is nothing confusing or hard to understand. I also love how almost everything can be replaced and/or taken off to be properly washed/cleaned. The straps, fabric and soft foam can all go in the washing machine. All of the styrofoam can be ordered for fairly cheap from [...]. This has been #1 in consumer reports for years for a reason. You won’t be disappointed.

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