Rated 4 out of
5
by
KEMER from
Smooth rotation, baby is comfortable!
Rotates smoothly, but does get stuck on the front seat a little bit in a Rav4. Straps are tight unless you move the head piece up when putting baby in it. Super easy to install though and baby seems comfortable!
Date published: 2022-09-09
Rated 3 out of
5
by
Kendall from
Love the turn feature! Other improvements possible
Upon learning about the turn-to-you feature so many baby gear companies were going after with carseats, it became pretty important to me that we try to find something like this for my car that would work. As our son gets bigger, getting him in and out of the carseat is more challenging. I just received this and haven't used it a ton. However just installing with the Baby Jogger video on Youtube and playing around with the mechanisms, it seems really fluid and easy to use. I will say one big draw back for me is the limited recline options (only 3 positions and to keep him "level" we really can only use 1) and how accessible they are when he's actually in the carseat. For example, my husband has a different carseat in his truck and that can be reclined while the baby is in the seat. So for example if he falls asleep while we're en-route, we could pull off the road and easily recline him so he's more comfortable without sacrificing the level of the carseat. Because the level feature and the recline are both built into the base, they're essentially one and the same and can't be adjusted while in use and will absolutely impact the level of the seat overall. Apart from that, I would say color choices are my other downside. I really want all black if I can get it because of spills and the inevitable stains. This grey was the closest I could get and while it looks nice, I know it won't for long. For the price, I think there's some improvements but I knew Baby Jogger well since we used their travel system and I wanted to go with the best option from a brand I knew and trusted.
Date published: 2022-09-02
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Gretas mumma from
No straining to get baby in and out!
Easy install, so convenient to use and must be comfortable because it puts my 8 month old to sleep! It’s much less strain on me getting her in and out compared to a stationary convertible seat. Highly highly recommend!!
Date published: 2022-08-29
Rated 5 out of
5
by
HannahLove from
Stupid Easy
We got this seat for our in-laws and I’m so happy we did. It is so so easy to install and use. I want one for myself now!
Date published: 2022-08-25
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Titi3000 from
The best one!
We love this baby jogger so much it’s so comfortable and convenient. Thanks a lot !
Date published: 2022-05-16
Rated 2 out of
5
by
Lmaz17 from
Great Idea but a few flaws
I bought this as I loved the idea of being able to rotate my infant close to me for ease. Installation instructions were a bit difficult but once you figured those out the car seat was a breeze to install and the seat itself is well built. I feel safe having my child in the car seat. However, there are a few design flaws. For the price I paid, this seat doesn't come with a sun shade, baby is always getting sun in his eyes. Another flaw is the buckle between the legs, the strap is extremely short and the buckle cuts into babies chunky thighs. The silver button which you push to losen and tighten the straps is covered up by so much padding it is sometimes difficult to locate. Other than these the car seat does help with ease and it looks super sleek in the car.
Date published: 2022-03-07
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Amanda1608 from
Beautiful and functional
Bought this for the grandparents vehicle. Easy to install, feels very study and high quality. Turns easily and smoothly. Very pleasing to the eye as well.
Date published: 2022-02-08
Rated 2 out of
5
by
MadGrandma from
No rear facing leg room and straps are too short w
So unhappy with no leg room in rear facing. I have To fold her legs during swivel and she can’t extend her legs at all. When the head test isn’t at maximum height the straps are very short and too tight.
Date published: 2022-02-03
Rated 5 out of
5
by
CityTurn from
Baby Jogger City Turn
Thanks to the Stellar Product Testing Panel for providing me with this convertible car seat. I was suprised un-boxing the City Turn that the carseat and base were attached. 5-point safety harness is very important to me, along with the head, body and lumbar support to keep my baby extra snug and protected. The base works for forward and rear facing with a flip of the recline footing under the base. Installing the actual carseat was shockingly easy. My husband usually loves to install but I tried this one myself and it was done pretty quickly. I loved the RAPIDLOCK that locks the car shoulder and lap belts to the carseat. I just followed the guide, tightened the slack with one hand, and pulled down the locking lever! You can rotate the carseat from rear-facing 180 degrees to the car door opening. This design is my FAVORITE! I don't need to bend halfway into the car on a weird angle to take baby in and out. The lever to rotate the carseat is easy to use one-handed and swivel. This feature helpful to all but I find it super helpful for postpartum moms recovering from delivery, pelvic floor and diastasis recti. To covert to forward facing is just as easy. Flip the recline footing to the rear of the base (everything is labeled) and adjust incline for your child's weight. You can remove the padded supports and adjust the headrest (another easy lever you push up). The moisture-wicking and cool fabric was a nice touch. Babies have a harder time regulating their body temperature, so now I don't need to worry about them getting too hot from their carseat. I give this City Turn this a 10/10. I have a newly 3 year old and about 8 months pregnant, so if I can install this, then I think most will have no issues! Again, the 180 degree swivel turn has me obsessed! I'm grateful to Baby Jogger for coming up with this just-have feature. I'm including pictures and videos so all parents can see what I'm referring to in my review.
Date published: 2021-12-28
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Libby from
High quality stylist car seat with great features
Our car seat is a huge part of our lives, both in terms of the safety it offers during travel and how easy it is utilize. I have a toddler, and getting into the car seat quickly is a make or break moment for happy moods or tantrums during travel so it matters a lot to have one that is easy to use. We love our baby jogger city turn for exactly this reason - the rotation feature and ease of adjusting the harness fit makes it so quick to get him in and settled. We saw a big improvement in desire to get into the car after switching to this car seat because it was so much more comfortable - both in terms of getting buckled in and also all of the extra cushiony supports. First off, the seat turns so smoothly 90 degrees in either direction. (Note that you can only use this feature when rear facing, not forward facing). We use this feature to get him in and out more quickly - and it make it so much easier to get his jacket on and off when he is facing me as well, without any strain on my back from leaning over to odd angles. The harness is really easy to loosen and tighten, and I love the addition of the lumber support pillow to add some extra cushion and tightness. Generally, the seat is really easy to use - it was simple to install due to the clarity of the directions and the labels on the seat itself (seriously, major improvement over what we've previously been through, and I felt so confident we installed correctly due to the specificity of the instructions and images).
What I honestly love the most is the streamlined look of the car seat. There are storage areas for all of the straps and anchors so nothing is hanging around unnecessarily, and even a pocket for the directions so they are always on hand. The fabric is amazing - it really is moisture absorbent and quick drying. Drink spills are a frequent occurrence for us so we've tested this feature a few times, and I love that the seat is dry within 15 minutes of a water spill. (Including pictures as this is so important to us).
There are a few features that I don't like - the most significant is the chest clip, which I found harder to unbuckle than other models. You do get the hang of it with practice, but it really requires pushing the exact right way to release. I wish the cup holder was a bit larger in size - our cups do all fit, but some are pretty tight so it is hard for my son to get them in and out of the cup on his own. Lastly, it can be a bit noisy on bumps on the road where the rear facing recline foot hits the base (I think with the rotation feature, there is just some extra areas where things rub and they make noise on our bumpy road).
Overall, this is a truly amazing car seat with great features, a high end look, and super easy to use. Please note: I received this product as part of the Stellar Product Testing Panel.
Date published: 2021-12-28
Rated 3 out of
5
by
Mymy from
Comfortable ride
I received this product due to stellar review and used it for my 1 and 3 year old. Rear facing in my Honda oddesy didn’t work the best but forward facing worked well. I’m looking forward to it.
Date published: 2021-12-27
Rated 4 out of
5
by
Vivian from
Amazing car seat
I received the product through the Stellar Product Testing Panel. This is my second car seat that rotates and this one is amazing! First and foremost the installation was a breeze! Full disclosure, I have a 2 year old and this is the third car seat I install so I have a lot of experience. This was seriously THE EASIEST CAR SEAT TO INSTALL. It was quick and the instructions were very easy to follow. I am very confident that it is installed properly to guarantee safety. Adjusting the seat to my kids size (he’s kind of on the tall side) was just as easy if not easier! One quick push of a button and the back slides to whatever size your kid needs. All rotating car seats make putting kids into their car seat easier and this one is no different. I absolutely love this feature and this feature alone is worth the price. The cup holder and extra padding for smaller kids is also great. The seat has moisture wicking, cooling fabric which I haven’t put to the test yet since I received this seat in the winter but I love that it’s included. One major con for me is based on personal preference. My 2 year old who is 31 lbs and 36 inches can’t sit rear facing there is just no space for his legs (at least not in the car I installed it in, a 2021 Audi Q5). I know he legally is no longer required to rear face, but my other rotating car seat allows him to sit facing the rear comfortably and like I said that’s just my personal preference. I’m glad the seat basically grows with my son and we can use it until be no longer needs to be in a car seat.
Date published: 2021-12-27
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Edr922 from
The best convertible car seat
We all know the struggle of getting your child into the car seat without hitting their head somewhere on their way in our out. The City Turn is absolutely genius. The seat turns towards you so the you can safely and efficiently buckle your child in facing you at your car door! When Stellar Product Testing Panel reached out about testing a convertible car seat, I had my fingers crossed it was this one! I love this car seat so much. It’s a seat belt installation system with a lock underneath that holds the belt down. The car seat has absolutely no wiggle so it’s very safe. Another bonus is if you have an SUV, this car seat makes it so easy to quickly and easily get your child into their car seat. I no longer have to step up onto the step holding my child while trying to get him in sideways. I cannot say enough good things about this car seat! It grows with your child as well and adjusts at the head and can be used forward facing. The cup holder is also large enough for wide bass toddler cups which is nice! 10/10 would recommend to anyone looking for a convertible car seat!
Date published: 2021-12-26
Rated 4 out of
5
by
Courtney from
Comfortable and unique
I absolutely loved the rotation feature on the car seat. It is seriously like no other on the market! Get our youngest in and out during wintertime was a pain when you later them up and strapping them in the traditional way. City Turn makes that pain go away, with just a touch of a button it really makes easy to rotate.
The straps were very smooth and easy to adjust when tightening and loosening. There is a lot of car seats where I struggled to tighten and this was like butter. The fabric is high quality and doesn’t feel cheap, I know my baby will have the comfort she deserves.
The only issues I had with this car seat were to install it and the overall weight. It weighs a lot more than I would expect so I wouldn’t recommend moving it a whole lot. This car seat is also on the bigger side as well, I have a smaller vehicle which made it tricky to install.
Overall I believe City Turn is a great product for mid-sized vehicles and someone who won’t be moving their car seat around a bunch. The rotation feature really does make it nice putting kids in and out.
Date published: 2021-12-26
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Jordan from
One Cool Car Seat
I received this convertible car seat from the Stellar Product Testing Panel. The City Turn is something I could only dream of when I started my car seat journey. It’s a very nice looking seat, and the cooling fabric is a life saver when you live somewhere warm like I do. I have been using this car seat for my two month old and I can tell that she has been much more comfortable in this seat than the traditional bucket seat. Not only does the fabric keep her noticeably cooler (she has never felt sweaty when I have taken her out of this seat), but the infant insert is a lot more comfortable. The car seat was incredibly easy to install with the rapidlock system, and I love that the belt path was so clearly marked. I will say that, with the seat reclined to the proper angle for my infanct, the car seat does rub against my driver seat when swiveling. I don’t think that it is any larger than a typical car seat, I just wouldn’t have noticed with one of those because they don’t move. But that swivel feature is an absolute dream! The seat moves easily enough that you can turn it with one hand, and then you can put your little one in without the worry of bumping their head on the door frame. You also won’t need to worry about your head hitting the door frame (it has happened more times than I’d like to admit) because the swivel brings your little one close enough that you don’t have to awkwardly lean over them in the car to buckle them. I wish I had this seat when my other children were rear facing! I think it would have helped me to keep them rear facing a lot longer. I am a big fan of this seat!
Date published: 2021-12-26
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Charlotte from
Convenience and comfort
We were really excited to try this seat out. Pros definitely include the rotation feature - so helpful for getting our kiddo strapped in with ease. It does seem easier than the convertible car seat that we had previously. Another pro is the comfort of the seat - it’s very plush.
Installation was pretty easy and painless. The seat has a latch under the fabric that opens up to feed the seatbelt through the underside of the car seat, clip the belt into the lock, then close the car seat’s latch onto the seatbelt! It’s safe and secure!
We didn’t really have any cons with this seat, and neither did our child. Thanks to the Stellar Product Testing Panel for providing us with this convertible car seat.
Date published: 2021-12-26
Rated 5 out of
5
by
TG613 from
The convenience is worth it
We love this convertible car seat. The materials used are very plush and my daughter thinks it’s so comfortable. The buckles are better quality than the average car seat and seem easier to use. I don’t find myself wrestling with them getting her in and out. It was very simple to adjust based on my daughters personal specifications. The rotation feature of this car seat has been my family’s favorite feature. It makes putting my child in the car a lot easier on my arms and my back and I’m less likely to bump her head. Easier to stay rear facing to the seat’s max now, in my opinion. The installation was very straight forward and easy to understand. This has been our favorite car seat that we’ve had. Thank you to the Stellar Product Testing Panel for providing me with this convertible car seat.
Date published: 2021-12-26
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Hemert from
Best convertible car seat ever
I received this product from stellar product testing panel and I am so glad I did!
This seat is wonderful!! First and foremost I loveeeee the rotation feature. It is hands down my favorite feature! It is life saving on your back. Puts the kiddo at the best angle to quickly and easily secure their belt. So much easier than any other convertible seat we’ve had. This seat seems very comfortable. We live in Texas and are still wearing shorts(even in December). I do not notice my child sweaty or feeling hot when getting her out. The fabric is also very soft and high end. Install was easy. I feel so much better using the click lock technology vs anchors that some other seats require. It secures snugly and I feel like it is very safe. We tried it in both rear and forward facing. Both positions were easy to install and my kiddo seems comfy. It also fits well in my mid size suv. My husband is 6’5” and he can sit in the seat in front and still have room to drive. I’m replacing my other convertible seat with this one, I love it so much!
Date published: 2021-12-26
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Ncheney from
Amazing Car Seat
This car seat is super nice. It’s very easy to install and the rotation is amazing. The instructions for this car seat are very easy to read and follow. Installation went smooth. The car seat looks really nice too. The rotation option on this car seat is just amazing. It makes getting my child in and out of the seat so much easier than a traditional seat. It’s also super easy to unlock and swivel and than re lock into place. The harness is easy to use and the adjustability is nice. I love the cup holder too. The cup holder was a little hard to get in due to the fabric but I eventually got it in by moving the fabric out of the way.
The fabric looks extremely nice and I love that it moisture wicking and cooling. I really like the grey color. My child stays comfortable while in the seat for any amount of time.
My favorite feature of this car seat is that it swivels. This is hands down the best improvement that could’ve been made as far as convenience for a car seat. This is absolutely the thing that I’ve always needed and never knew I needed it until now.
Overall, this is an amazing car seat! It’s easy to install, easy to place the child into, the rotation is amazing, and it looks so nice. Thanks to the Stellar Product Testing Panel for providing me with this convertible car seat.
Date published: 2021-12-26
Rated 5 out of
5
by
TravisofRoy from
This car seat checks every single box
I received this car seat from the Stellar Product Review Panel and am so excited to be able to share this review with y'all.
First off - this car seat is the real deal. As soon as it arrived it screamed quality. The moisture-wicking fabric is soft and durable, the instructions were easy to read (also note - this car seat features a slot built into the back that holds the instructions. I didn't realize how important this was until I needed a quick reference for an install in a different vehicle on the go. Godsend.), and the aesthetics are sleek and modern.
My favorite feature is, hands-down, the rotation function. Holy cow, this thing is a game-changer. My 2 year old is still rear-facing and is getting heavier/taller. It's a real challenge trying to pick him up and bend over, arms extended, to get him in sideways in our other car seat. With the City Turn, you just squeeze a simple handle and spin. No back pain or accessibility issues. Bonus points is that my kiddo thinks it's cool and doesn't resist the buckle procedure anymore. BAM.
Second to this (barely) is how easy it was to install. I haven't seen this type of install system before, but there is a latch that auto-tightens the seat when you depress it. No more squirming your knee onto the center for downward pressure, balancing your dad-bod body weight and wrenching on the strap until you pull a finger tendon. Just a simple pressure-latch. Geniuses.
The literal only con regarding this car seat is its weight. Thing's a tank. That honestly makes me feel better about my kid's safety if we were to get in an accident, but it's certainly heavier than all of our other car seats by a decent margin.
All in all, great product. I can't imagine anyone would be disappointed in this purchase.
Date published: 2021-12-26
Rated 5 out of
5
by
EmilyNola3 from
Great Features and a Luxury Feel
The City Turn car seat made getting my 27 OB toddler in and out of the car an absolute breeze! She thinks the rotating seat is a ride and doesn’t fight to buckle up anymore. The cool wicking fabric is great for hot Louisiana “winters” and will be a lifesaver in the summer! We used the seat both rear facing and forward facing. The installation both ways was easy and felt very secure. The lock tight feature made me much more confident in the security of the seat after tightening. The infant inserts look super comfy and extra padded. I received the car seat through the Stellar Product Testing Panel and would definitely purchase one in the future for my kiddos! We will be able to use this seat from birth to booster, which is amazing!
Date published: 2021-12-26
Rated 4 out of
5
by
MamaSam from
A comfortable rotating car seat WOW
Out of the box, the City Turn is a beautiful car seat with grey fabric that is super soft to the touch. I was most excited about the fact that the fabric is moisture wicking. More on that exciting feature later.
Installation was quick and easy, using the latch and seatbelt options. It took about 5 minutes to install and adjust the car seat to the appropriate height for my 3 year old.
Now onto what is the game changer with this car seat, the rotating feature. If your child is forward facing, this won’t mean much to you since it only applies to rear facing kiddos. That is why the review is only 4 stars.
Our son is recently forward facing, so on a daily basis this feature didn’t apply to us, HOWEVER we did set it up to rear face to see the functionality and how easy it was to rotate the car seat to get him in and out and WOW. Speaking from experience with a child who does not want to get in and out of the car 70% of the time, this is not only easier on the child, but also the parent. I’m not a contortionist, so struggling to twist my back to maneuver a squirming and sometimes screaming toddler into his car seat is hard on the body. This feature is an absolute must for any parent, grandparent or someone who wants less stress in their life.
Speaking of a screaming toddler, car seat rides haven’t always been fun for us. While this doesn’t have an installed kid tablet, the moisture wicking fabric makes it so much more comfortable for any child that runs hot and constantly requests the window to be down, even in 30° weather. The requests have gone down significantly since we stayed using the City Turn! The padding is soft and comfy and more substantial than other car seats we’ve used.
The headrest is super easy to adjust to make sure our toddlers head is protected. We also notice that if he falls asleep in the City Turn, his head doesn’t flop forward thanks to the forward facing recline position.
All in all, the City Turn is a must buy for parents, grandparents or caregivers who want the transition into the vehicle to be painless and easy. Also, for anyone who wants their children to be comfortable (who doesn’t?). We would certainly consider another if we have a second child especially because of the rotating seat feature. Impressive!
Thanks to the Stellar Product Testing Panel for providing me with this convertible car seat to test with my son!
Date published: 2021-12-26
Rated 5 out of
5
by
anlasley from
Quality all in one carseat
This carseat was perfect for my situation. I have a three month old in the 95th percentile and he is getting way too heavy to cart around in the "bucket" infant carseat. In hindsight, I realized I should have put him in a convertible car seat from the beginning. I was going to leave him in that one until I found something else. The infant carseat was awkward to get him in and out of when it's installed. We have a minivan and I am 5'4". I was having to half crawl in and then hunch down to get over the side of the seat to get him in and out. No thanks!
Then, I was given this convertible car seat to try as part of the Stellar Product Testing Panel. The concept seemed perfect - it's an "all-in-one" that can adjust to fit newborns up to 65 lbs. Usually the up to 65 lbs part is a dubious claim, but that's far off with my little 15 pounder. Also, it turns to the side (either side!) to make it easier to pull him out.
First of all, the installation was the easiest I've ever done. I used latch to install in our 2019 Dodge Grand Caravan and it took less than 20 minutes. Most of that involved me reading the instructions twice and overthinking the whole thing. There is a big piece on the bottom that goes completely from back to front to get the angle right and it was in the back when I opened the box. After I put my brain on straight and moved the piece to the front, it was just a matter of putting the seat in the car, getting the latch belt through the belt path and using the "Rapid Lock," that helps ensure a snug fit. Note that this seat is heavy. It was reassuring for me that the frame is so sturdy.
Next, I fit in the baby. (The most important part!) I didn't need the infant insert for him, but it is very cushy and soft. Again, I'm regretting that bucket carrier, but I disgress. There is also a little "sock" that goes over the crotch buckle, which I think is great! My husband helped hold him as I put him in, made a few adjustments, and then put him back in again. And that was it. The only reason for adjustments was that the recline had three positions and I decided to switch him from 2 all the way to 3, which lays him back the most. At the 2, I felt like he was a little hunched. The head rest is cushy and so his head was more forward towards his chest than I was happy with. Also we're still in an in-between place as far as head support goes.
Finally, I got curious about the headrest adjustment. This headrest goes to the ceiling. Literally! I could fit my six year old in this carseat!
Pros: Fabric, cushions, quality, ease of install, ease of getting baby in and out, cover removal, and cup holder.
Cons: Heavy, difficulty understanding the install instructions, head cushioning put my baby's head in an awkward position unless he was fully reclined.
Overall, this is a great seat. I wish I'd had this thing for my other two kids. The bucket seat just isn't for me, but also, I can see this being a lifesaver for the toddler phase when you're fighting them into their seat.
Date published: 2021-12-25
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Carseat from
Great maneuverability and fit
We received the City Turn car seat through the Stellar Product Testing Panel. We are so thankful for the opportunity to try out this car seat!! With two kids, one of whom is still backward facing at this time, it’s important to us to be able to have space in our vehicle as well as having safety be of the utmost priority for our car seats.
One of my favorite features of the City Turn is the turning feature! It’s so convenient with a very squirmy 2 year old to be able to turn the seat to get him adjusted and swivel it back to position. Our little guy is also a hot box of sorts so the moisture wick fabric was helpful with the constant up and down temps of winter in the northeast.
We use both latch and seatbelt systems with all of our car seats so it was very easy to install and get situated in our car. We really do love the versatility of the carseat!
Date published: 2021-12-25
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Mwall from
Revolutionary literally
It took me less than 10 seconds to become a huge fan of this car seat! Ive had three kids use the same baby carrier style car seat and so this was a huge treat. I could tell my LO was physically outgrowing the carrier style and while his height and weight are such that he could forward face, I still want to rear face him for a while. The build quality is very nice - this is not an “economy” car seat, if you will. The padding is nice and soft but sturdy, I can get him in safety and snug but sans tears, which affirms my hunch that it’s very comfortable. The rotation feature on the city turn is so genius. I’ve been breaking my back for years putting kids in and out of car seats multiple times a day. The turn feature is ergonomically comfortable for the adult and fun for the kiddo - and if you’ve ever put a screaming kid in a car seat you’ll know that’s a special treat.
Since there was fighting over who got to ride in it, I let all my kids try it out and it was easily adjustable for their height/recline foot - it was genuinely very comfortable for all of them. Install was a breeze and took less than a minute. I tried it on my bench seat as well as captain chair style seat and felt no difference in the sturdiness of the overall seat. One minor pain point is the location of the recline foot - location wasn’t immediately intuitive since the rotation feature it where I initially assumed it was located. That being said, I’d rather have the rotation feature than a seat with “easier” recline access and no turn feature. I received this product as part of the stellar product testing panel and I couldn’t be more grateful for the opportunity to test and provide honest feedback!
Date published: 2021-12-25
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Sairberry from
Great design and very secure
I was very excited to set this up! One of the best features, in my opinion, is the rotation of the car seat *when in rear-facing mode* I have a toddler and based on her weight and preference for seeing what's happening while we drive it is in forward-facing mode, so no rotation. The rotation is a fabulous idea and is very secure, smooth and I wish we had this when she was a baby and infant. *ITS IS FOR REAR FACING ONLY* which I was slightly bummed about, but it made so much sense as I installed the seat- it's secured in with the seat belts and tethered latches, so it does not move (which is good). So many car ride naps with the indoor transfer could be easily handled by rotating and extending the seat to meet the parent to bring inside (or easily place into the seat). This prevents awkward back strain and especially the days after delivery this would have been amazing!
The padding is very nice and the cooling fabric effect seemed to work great for long periods of time. I drive an SUV with the anchor behind the seat, and all hardware has nice storage and long lengths to accommodate multiple car setups. The cloth is nice and stitched well with handy storage for the instructions and setup paperwork in the back.
There are a few levels of adjustments to get it just right AND liquid level guides on both sides, which is a GREAT IDEA! To make sure it's set up correctly. It did take me more time than other seats, but once I figured it out super secure.
The seat does seem to sit very upright, which is great for alignment. The chair arms are lower than other seats I've seen, which is still nice and cozy, but she can climb into the chair easily and get buckled up.
I received this product in exchange for my honest review as part of the Stellar Product Testing Panel. Thank you!
Date published: 2021-12-25
Rated 5 out of
5
by
MarielP from
Awesome seat
We love this car seat!
The rotation feature on it makes it so much easier to get my two year old into the seat and buckled. There was no wrestling to get him lifted over the side of the seat, and he loves that he can see me while I’m tightening the straps. He thinks the seat being rotated back into the locked position is a fun ride! It is definitely a great seat!
I was initially concerned that with the front seat pushed back to accommodate my taller husband the seat wouldn’t be able to rotate easily, but my fears were quickly abandoned as the seat has a small footprint even in a smaller SUV.
We love the grey color and so far the fabric has been easy to clean ( ground in goldfish came out fairly easily!)
It was super easy to install in our car, and adjust to the height for my rear facing two year old!
I only have one criticism of the seat - we wish there were some pockets or designated spots to store the lower clips as you put the child in the seat so you don’t have to dig them out from under the kid. But other than this small inconvenience, we adore this seat!
Thanks to the Stellar Product Testing Panel for providing us with this car seat to review!
Date published: 2021-12-25
Rated 4 out of
5
by
Melkicks from
Nice Car Seat
I was disappointed I was not able to utilize the rotation function of the seat. My son is already forward facing so we missed out on that feature. Now onto what I can mention - the fabric is very comfortable for my son. He mentioned it as soon as he got in it for the first time that is was soft. The seat was not the easiest to install, but wasn't difficult either. The one feature that takes some getting used to is the RAPIDLOCK system to help install the seat. It is counter to other seats I have installed because you are not suppose to tighten it all the way because the RAPIDLOCK system does it for you. That part is great, because you don't feel like you need to be superwoman (or man) to tighten the seat all the way. The button to loosen the shoulder straps is a little tricky to find, but once you've done it a few times it isn't too bad to find again. I will say the seat is nice and I am happy with it. I would recommend it to anyone, especially those who would utilize the rotation function in rearf-acing mode!
I received this product through the Stellar Product Testing Panel.
Date published: 2021-12-24
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Jenn from
Great rear facing and even better toddler seat
The city turn car seat is top of the line car seat. From the sleek look and durable fabric to the turning function, what’s not to love! I originally installed this in my car for my 1 YO in a rear facing position. It took a bit to figure out how to install, but once it’s in no problems. I loved the rotation to get her out of the car. No more bumping her head on the roof (she’s super squirmy and arches her back when getting in). But with this seat she was ready to go for her “ride” when getting in and out of the seat.
For the next week I rotated the seat to forward facing for my 3 YO (keep in mind this is a pretty heavy seat so a bit of a pain to turn it-once it’s in you want to keep it that way for awhile). My 3 yo loved this seat. He never complained about his back hurting or being hot, which is a regular occurrence with his other seat. I love the fabric! Easy to clean and seems like it will be very durable. We all know how messy toddlers can be!
This seat was supplied by stellar product testing panel in exchange for an honest review.
Recap: I really love this seat and feel the option of rotating a little out is a must have! I also feel that this seat will grow with your child and is worth the investment.
Date published: 2021-12-24
Rated 5 out of
5
by
CatR from
High quality convertible car seat
We love the city turn car seat! The gray color (product color is onyx) is stylish, and the fabric is very comfortable for my child. The moisture wicking material keeps my child cool on warmer days. The turn feature is really cool, I had never heard of anything like it until this car seat. It’s glides smoothly as it turns, doesn’t require strength or effort. We have used this both rear facing and forward facing, and the turn feature really does make it easier to get my child in and out. I think this will help kids stay rear facing for longer because it’s not such a hassle to put them in the seat rear facing. I found this car seat to be very easy to adjust and easy to install as well. It feels very sturdy and secure. We love this for my toddler, and definitely plan to use this for our next infant as well! There are several recline levels with both rear and forward facing, so it will accommodate children at many different ages and stages. I received this product through the Stellar Product Testing Panel.
Date published: 2021-12-24