5.0 out of 5 stars Great alternative to lugging around a huge car seat

B. · May 20, 2014

(function() { P.when('cr-A', 'ready').execute(function(A) { if(typeof A.toggleExpanderAriaLabel === 'function') { A.toggleExpanderAriaLabel('review_text_read_more', 'Read more of this review', 'Read less of this review'); } }); })(); .review-text-read-more-expander:focus-visible { outline: 2px solid #2162a1; outline-offset: 2px; border-radius: 5px; } Bought this for our 2.5 year old on a recent trip. I didn't want to lug around a huge car seat so I thought this would be a great alternative. It's much more convenient to use and install than a car seat on an airplane IMO, and you don't have to worry about flight attendants asking whether your car seat is FAA approved. We had one very conscientious flight attendant ask us if it was a CARES system and examine it to make sure it was the real thing, and it passed her tests, so that's a good thing. I suspect an experienced flight attendant will have seen one before, so you probably won't have to go through that scrutiny most times. Sadly, as is the case with most toddlers, they don't like being buckled up very much at all, so there's probably no way you'll be able to keep your kid in this for the whole flight (unless it's a short one). Still, having them secured during takeoff and landing is the most important thing, and for that, it was worth it. Installing it is pretty easy - however, depending on the type of seat you have, you'll probably have to ask the person sitting behind your toddler to lower their tray to install it. It won't affect the use of the tray during the flight, but it has to be installed behind the tray in most cases. Not an issue, just an FYI (if you're confused, just read the instructions).Pros:Tiny (compared to a car seat) and compactComes with its own bag to carry it withFairly quick and easy to install; the instructions are pretty clearWorks as advertised - keeps the kid secured and safe, as far as I can tellIs FAA approvedDoesn't weigh 10-15 lbsOh, did I mention it's much smaller and easier to carry around than a large car seat?Cons:Cannot use in a carA bit pricey - you'll have to decide whether or not it's worth it to you depending on how often you travelYou'll have to probably explain to the person directly behind your kid's seat what it is, but I haven't had any issues with that.

5.0 out of 5 stars Keep in mind your child's size and maturity level. A great device if your child is ready!

L.M. · December 15, 2013

This worked for us for two reasons. As some reviewers had mentioned there is no bottom strap so if you have a "wiggler" who cannot sit still or if your child is to young to comprehend the safety options, such as the choice of using the harness or we will have to bring the car seat then this may not work for your travels. Also, if your child is small for his or her's age then opt for the car seat. So, keep in mind your child's size and maturity level prior to purchase.With that said, our toddler who just turned three (the 1st time we used it) was able to use this harness and felt like a big boy on the plane. We have used this on four separate occasions and will be using it again in a few months when he turns 4.I always read reviews and I was prepared for the need to install the strap around back of the seat; which means you have to open the tray of the passenger behind you, then close the tray back up. Typically you board first when traveling w/ a toddler so you have time to do this prior to the passenger seated behind you boards the plane. This allows you time to install the harness. On one occasion the passenger behind was already seated and we explained we just needed to momentarily open and close the tray so we could hook up the safety harness. The passenger behind was able to remain seated and had no problem w/ the tray being temporarily opened and closed. In fact, the passenger thought that it was a cool device. It will only make their tray useless if you place the strap over the closed tray. Easily avoid this by strapping it under an open tray when installing. In addition, the harness systems comes w/ a video and instructions. Practice at home w/ a high back chair and you will become comfortable before having to use it.As for the need for a head rest then purchase a little travel neck pillow if you don't already use one in a car. Again, this allowed him the big boy feeling as we too have travel neck pillows.Definitely a great purchase for us by being able to check in our car seat w/ our luggage or in some cases renting a car seat w/ our car rental. So much easier to carry a small red bag w/ the harness than lugging a full size car seat onto the plane. Happy toddler too! Looking forward to our next trip!

Bastante bueno, si te dejan usarlo.

O.L.a.O.D. · June 20, 2014

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Parfait

j. · February 9, 2024

Et obligatoire en dessous certain age

Top Gurt

n. · June 3, 2025

Tolles Verarbeitung, leicht zu montieren

Fácil de usar

M. · November 4, 2019

Fácil de usar, como abuela lo recomiendo, proporciona mucha confianza en turbulencia.

Compact, lightweight and no carseat needed!

N. · October 30, 2018

I honestly didn't even know there was an alternative to bringing a carseat on the airplane until I did the research. This was pretty decent. It was easy to install/remove and adjust. Almost like their carseat buckles. It's small to carry on the airplane and compact, so that's always a bonus for your carry ons. It comes with a carry bag which is handy. The only downside is the limitation of the use. My son is pretty big for a 2 yr old, so he'll eventually grow out of it really quickly for travelling. I'd say if you're travelling a fair amount within their first few years then by all means the price is worth it instead of hauling a carseat around. BUT if you're only using it once then that's a pricey expense.