Britax Roundabout Convertible Car Seat With endorsements from nearly every consumer organization, it's no surprise the Britax Roundabout is one of the most popular car seats to date. Britax has improved upon this popular convertible car seat by introducing the LATCH system. The Roundabout car seat is the MVP's MVP as it fits just about every car and is super easy to install. Britax outdid itself with the introduction of this Britax car seat The Britax Roundabout features the LATCH lock system which is a necessity in today's car seat. LATCH makes installation simple and safe while ensuring the baby car seat is installed properly every time. This seat may be the easiest to install....ever. Anchors, installed in the car previously, connect with LATCH connectors to ensure proper Britax car seat installation. It also features the Britax patented Versa-Tether system and EPS impact foam which helps keep baby safe in the head and torso areas. The Roundabout is very similar to the Britax Marathon and the two very well may be big brother, little brother. The Marathon is just as comfortable as the Roundabout convertible car seat but, like big bro, has a higher weight limit. The Marathon is also bigger and does not fit into every car seat rear facing. When engineers began designing car seats, they wanted one that combined all elements of safety and comfort. The Britax Roundabout Convertible Car Seat is exactly what they were dreaming of.
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Product Details
Product Length:
24.0 inches
Product Width:
18.5 inches
Product Height:
24.5 inches
Product Weight:
13.0 pounds
Package Length:
29.4 inches
Package Width:
18.5 inches
Package Height:
16.6 inches
Package Weight:
16.2 pounds
Average Customer Rating:
based on 35 reviews
Features
Compact convertible, rear facing five to 35 pounds and forward facing from at least one year old and 20 pounds up to 40 pounds
Side Impact Protection distributes crash forces, shields from vehicle intrusion, and contains the head and body
Compact size ideal for vehicles with limited rear seat space
Tangle-free, five-point harness with three harness heights for a snug and secure fit
Premium push-button LATCH connectors for a quick, simple and tight installation (located in storage slot under seat cover)
Customer Reviews
Average Customer Review: ( 35 customer reviews )
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6 of 6 found the following review helpful:
Small Car Friendly Dec 17, 2008
By J. Hupfer After trying several different models recommended for small cars, I found this to be the only one that would fit rear-facing in my Saab 9-3 without sacrificing the front passenger seat. Ironically this is the same seat my wife has in her Ford Escape so now we have two. I still had to move the seat forward some in the Saab, but a passenger can ride up front for around town rides. Cross-country rides would still be a bit uncomfortable.
Overall, the seat fits securly, and it was relatively easy to install (with latch) in both cars. Admittedly, I wouldn't want to take it in and out every day, which is why we have two. The weight limit is on the low end (40lbs) compared to other seats, but that was the trade-off for the shorter head height. Hopefully by 40lbs she'll be tall and old enough to move into a convertible booster and will be able to hand these seats down to a younger sibling.
My only complaint with the seat is that the shoulder harness gets twisted sometimes (especially when working around heavy winter coats). Fastening and tightening the harness is a little bit of a chore with the seat rear-facing, but I imagine the same problem would occur with most other seats. The side adjuster on the Evenflo was nice, but it just wouldn't fit.
Overall I would recommend this seat for any car, especially a small car that needs to keep a usable front seat.
5 of 5 found the following review helpful:
From Birth to Now Apr 27, 2009
By EC Mama We've used this car seat from birth. My daughter is 24 lbs and 21 months, and we still have her rear-facing. There are numerous studies in the Injury Prevention Journal indicating this is the safest position for her.
We had the seat professional installed and it worked perfect for our almost 8 lbs newborn daughter. She left the hospital in this seat, and we've been 100% pleased.
I've washed the cover twice in a year and a half. I washed it on cold and hung it to dry. It is easy to take on and put off. I've installed the seat in several other cars due to traveling and it couldn't be easier. I know it's safe. It's obvious she's comfortable as she doesn't fuss when we put her in it.
I felt compelled to write this review because I saw someone else said you couldn't use it for a newborn. YES, you can. It's rated as such and it worked great.
1 of 1 found the following review helpful:
Pretty good. Jun 13, 2009
By Melanie B. Sillifant Overall I like the carseat. My only issue with it is that it dosn't come with shoulder gards. My son wound up getting getting hurt on the straps. It gave him a "rugburn" type mark. I had to go out and purchace a pair. You would think that spending this much money on a seat that it would come with something so vital and simple as this.
1 of 1 found the following review helpful:
AWESOME convertible carseat! Jan 26, 2009
By Stacey (Norris) Hampton I haven't used this seat yet since my baby won't be born until May, but it is VERY plush! Excellent quality. I would def recommend this car seat to all my friends and family!!
LOVE THIS!!! Dec 27, 2010
By Gina A. Melchor My son has used this for 2 years now and we have NEVER experienced a problem with it! It's safe, clean and comfortable!
based on 35 reviews
Small Car Friendly Dec 17, 2008
By J. Hupfer
