This has got to be the most difficult car seat on the market. I swear you need a phd to install this thing! I think it's also better meant for smaller children. My almost 3 year old keeps saying it's uncomfortable and his feet and legs keep falling asleep, which when you look at reviews is common. 2 stars because this thing is really like a tank and customer service is excellent. However, I wish I could go back in time and purchase a different car seat. It's just difficult and uncomfortable and I don't think it's worth the price at all!!!

I really wanted to love this carseat. I have always bought maxi cosí products and this will be my last. The straps are a NIGHTMARE! You will spend your time trying to fix the straps that aren’t fixable. Also the bottom buckle always pinches our son. I DO NOT RECOMMEND THIS PRODUCT!

I absolutely adore this car seat. My only wish is that there be an option to purchase a replacement "cover". The fabric after being washed and what not has ripped. Not extremely noticeable, but would appreciate the option!

I did a lot of research when purchasing a car seat. I wanted good ratings and safety features. It was important for me to have my child in the safest position-rear facing as long as possible. When I unboxed the car seat to assemble and Insta in my suv, the straps jammed up and I had to return after 3 people were unsuccessful with trying to resolve the issue. I repurchased the same seat, as I really had high expectations for this seat that would be protecting my child as she grew. I was able to install with difficulty. I even searched for installation videos and reviews but at the time found very few. Once this car seat was installed I dreaded removing it. I did find this seat to work very nicely for an infant up to about 18 months. As my baby grew she started complaining on her legs being "snug" tingling. Once again I looked for help. Contacting car seat safety forums, and the company with pictures. My installation seemed appropriate with my 2 year old in it as per picture review. I received a lot of opinions on putting my 2 year old forward facing, but my priority was more safety than comfort. Even after educating my 2 year old on leg position options and car seat adjustments, I gave up on the car seat. It now has no use for me and I am using a different one. Now my petite 3 1/2 year old is still rear facing, comfortable, and most importantly safe. Disappointed to say the least.

The seat saved the baby no doubt ,.The seat and straps were hard to unbuckle and remove in a hurry ,from the car . The seat had no notable damage despite the car being crunched all around it . We will replace the seat , purchase a strap cutter and a buckle assist .

The buckle is so tight and always pinches my daughter's legs, the chest clip is hard to unbuckle and the cup holders constantly fall out. I've watched videos to install and have a very hard time with trying to use the belt lock off and it never gets it tight enough so we can't even use them. Can't find a video to even transition it to a booster seat.

The straps hurt my child, it digs into her thighs, they are always tangled, the buckle is so hard to unbuckle the child and my child always tells me she hates her car seat and it hurts. I would never purchase maxi cosi again

This car seat is NOT worth the money. Straps constantly twist and today the safety strap popped out on me. How is this safe in a car accident? I regret this purchase!!!!