Infant Car Seats That Swivel
A car seat that rotates may be the answer to your problems if you have back pain or have difficulty in securing your child. These seats are typically expensive.
Some of the top rotating seats have advanced safety features such as an anti-rebounding bar, as well as Linear Side Impact Protection, which minimizes collision forces.
CYBEX Aton G Swivel
Swivel bases are a great option for those who travel light and want to move their infant car seat from one vehicle to the next without having to remove and reinstall the base each time. The CYBEX Aton G Swivel does just that, along with clever functionality and an impressive ease of use for loading and unloading your child.
The swivel's unique design rotates in a 180-degree circular motion, making it easy to place your child into the seat from either the right or left side of the car. This is especially beneficial for babies who are a bit squirmy. CYBEX makes it easy to install this car seat by using their SafeLock belt tensioner that guarantees a secure fit in seconds.
Other standout features include a no-rethread harness that adjusts by adjusting the headrest to accommodate the growing of your baby, Linear Side Impact Protection that reduces collision forces and an anti-rebound bar that improves seat rotation during an accident. The shell is ventilated with channels that allow for natural airflow, keeping your baby in a comfortable position. The seat can also be machine washed to make cleanup easy.
The car seat can be used as a travel system select strollers. The Aton is compatible with the CYBEX Gazelle S Stroller, among others. It's not the easiest to connect an infant car seat to a stroller. You'll need to push a button located at the front of the seat, and then take the seat off the clip. If that's not enough to deter you from evaluating this car seat, know that it's not a dazzling product. crash test results and a more expensive price than some of its competition. It's still a good option for families with children. / p>
Graco SnugRide Convertible Car Seat
The Graco snugRide is an excellent option for most families. It is a good choice for families that want an array of features, crash protection, and usability. It also works with a variety of strollers and is a great benefit. However, it has a couple of issues. The first is that it tends to be tippy when rear-facing, and is secured with a seat belt, which could cause it to loosen over time, and require tightening. This isn't a safety risk however it can cause annoyance for some parents. Another issue is that the crotch buckle's thickness may be a bit too deep for infants and could result in them slumping over.
The SnugRide from Graco is a fantastic option for infants and will accommodate children as big as 35 pounds or 2 years old, which is the limit for most infant car seats . The seat gets very high scores in crash tests, which is normal. It is lightweight and has simple instructions to follow. It also ranks highly in our ratings for ease-of-use that include how easy it is to install, adjust, and secure the harness.
The Graco GragRide isn't quite as great in other categories such as comfort and quality. The fabric is more pliable than other infant car seats and the padding is thin overall. This is the only one of our top picks that does not include a head support for children with smaller heads, which is a bummer since it could reduce the risk of injury for some infants.
Orbit Baby G5+
The G5+ infant car seat is a blend of innovative technology with cutting-edge safety features which makes it a top option for parents who value comfort and convenience. Its patented SmartHub base allows direct compatibility with the G5+ Rotating Infant Car Seat, eliminating the necessity for additional adapters for car seats.
The SmartHub base can be put in place quickly and securely using the StrongArm knob that is patented in less than 60 seconds. It's designed with an ergonomically-designed deep-cradle design and molded side impact protection for the best possible crash protection. The base is also light to allow for easy transportation. It comes with an all-over UV sunshade that covers the entire area with a the patented Paparazzi Shield extension that tucks away when it is not in use. The seat is made from soft high-quality, breathable fabric that is comfortable regardless of the weather or season. It's been certified safe by Oeko-Tex Standard 100, the most dependable in terms of fabric safety. It comes with a 5-point harness, a head support insert, and the telescoping bar which can be adjusted to the height of the parents.
The G5+ is able to recline and rotate in a single fluid motion when used with the SmartHub. It can be used either forward-facing or with the parent, and can be used in an upright or fully reclined position. The seat is equipped with high-quality lower anchors that are pushed which are easily accessible and can be stored in a convenient place. The base comes with a built-in indicator that alerts parents when the anchors have been tightened properly.
With the purchase of Orbit Baby Helix+ double stroller attachment, the G5+ can be converted easily into double-strollers. It can accommodate two G5+ Stroller Seats or a combination of the G5+ Stroller Seat and the Nuna DEMI Next Sibling Car Seat.
Maxi-Cosi Peri
A rotating infant car seat is a great option for families that loves to travel or in the event that you own an SUV. These seats make it easy to unload and load baby from the vehicle particularly when the baby is cranky or wiggly. These seats are also useful for those who suffer from back pain or have difficulty reaching the back seat using just one arm. These seats rotate to make it easier 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 a safety seat with impressive features, including G-Cell side impact technology, a cosy-from-birth inlay and a 360-degree handle at the base. The seat can be used in a rear-facing position from birth. It has five recline positions to ensure a comfortable fit, plus an adjustable headrest that can be adjusted simultaneously with the harness. The base has a stability leg and an anti-rebound bar for added security.
The 6-position harness of QuikFit eliminates the need to rethread as the baby grows. The harness and headrest can be adjusted at the same time with one hand, and a TensionFix indicator that changes from green to red on the base will let you know when the belt is properly tightened. The chest clip includes Sensorsafe, which will send a mobile app alert in the event that a child pulls it off in a crash.
Like the Cybex Aton G Swivel, the Peri has an apparent belt path within the shell which allows baseless installation without the base (taxi mode). This feature allows parents to have more flexibility when traveling. The seat can be connected to certain Maxi-Cosi travel systems as well as being stroller compatible.
NUNA REVV
This rotating convertible car seat from Nuna offers a stress-free method of getting your baby in and out of the car. It swivels to the door of your vehicle to allow easy entry and exit without the need to turn your back and it grows with your baby's weight from newborn to 40 pounds. It can rotate 360 degrees from a single installation for rear-facing and forward-facing riding, and its steel technology, Aeroflex side impacts protection pods, EPP energy absorbing flannel, and Aeroflex side impact protector pods raise security to a new level. Ventilation panels in the shell ensure your baby's ease of movement, and a 10-position bubble free recline ensures that there are no pinch points.
This seat is above average in terms of its ease of use. It has five-point harness that does not require rethreading, and magnetic buckle holders that are integrated into the seat to keep straps from getting in the way when you buckle. The crotch strap comes with two height positions as well as 10 possible length options to ensure a secure fit, and the stability load leg located in the base assists in reducing the risk of a crash causing. The seat has a storage cubby to store straps, LATCH connectors, and other accessories. It also comes with a built in rebound bar that helps minimize the chance of a crash causing rotation.
The Revv isn't the most heavy seat in its class but it is nevertheless quite heavy and wider than many of the seats we've tested. It's not the ideal choice for cars with small spaces or front-seat passengers. It doesn't have an indicator of the level, so you may need to test to find the perfect position. It does come with a color-coded route and a belt lock-off to help you avoid making mistakes. The push-style connectors for LATCH make it easier to attach to the belt of your vehicle. It has an excellent crash test rating and is GREENGUARD certified to help you breathe clean air.
