Maxi Cosi car trays: a guarantee of comfort and safety of the child in the car

According to the legislation of the Russian Federation, children under 12 years old in a car should be transported in safe seats. Modern children's stores offer an extensive selection of car seats of any price category and age group. The Dutch company Maxi Cosi has a wide range of high quality seats that have passed all the necessary tests and crash tests. In this article we will look at the pros and cons of the car seats of this brand for newborns, we will review products and reviews.

Baby car seat Maxi-Cosi has a huge number of advantages, which provided him the first places in most ratings. First of all, it should be noted that all models have the European safety certificate ECE R44 / 04which speaks about the manufacturer’s compliance with all the necessary technical norms, the rules of manufacture, conducts mandatory crash tests, which assess the reliability of the car seat.

The products of the brand are made of durable impact-resistant plastic and ensures maximum safety for the child. Most models have an adjustable backrest and headrest to reduce the load on the body of the child in case of a long trip. For added convenience, a special stand under your feet also comes with car seats. The company carefully monitors each stage of production of its products and uses only high-quality raw materials for manufacturing.

Car seats Maxi-Cosi upholstered durable hypoallergenic material with high wear resistance. Natural ventilation will prevent sweat on the baby’s back.

Some models are multiple winners and prize winners in various ratings of the best car seats. Perhaps the only drawback of the child seats of this brand is the high price, but it absolutely justifies the high quality of the goods and guarantees the safety of the child, confirmed by numerous tests. Another disadvantage of the seats of this age group is the fact that children quickly grow out of them and the parents face the question of buying a new chair of a greater weight category.

The Dutch brand offers a wide range of car seats, among which everyone can choose a seat for a child according to his age group and weight category. Consider the most popular models of car seats Maxi-Cosi.

This model belongs to the group “0+” and is intended for newborns and children weighing up to 13 kg. The car seat is equipped with three-point seat belts that are adjustable in length, has an anatomical liner for smoothing the back angle and a hood for protecting the face from the sun. In 2015, the baby carrier “Maxi Cosi Pebble” received the title “Parents' Choice”. The child seat is an updated and improved version of the “Cabriofix” model. The “Pebble” has more reinforcement for the inner belts and an improved headrest. The weight of the product is 4 kilograms.

This car seat can be used as a portable cradle and get out of the car without waking the child. The semicircular bottom of the carrying is quite a convenient solution, since it can be rocked like a cradle so that the baby falls asleep faster. “Pebble” can be fastened to the car in two ways: with a standard seat belt and with the help of the Isofix system, which implies fixing the seat brackets to the metal hinges on the car body. In the second case, you can adjust the slope of the seat.The removable cover can be cleaned in a washing machine at a temperature of 30 degrees. Installation is against the progress of the car.

Installation is against the progress of the car. Among the shortcomings of the model should be noted the high cost (19,500 rubles) and the lack of space for a child in winter overalls. Some parents recommend additionally placing a thin pillow, because, despite the presence of a liner, the position is not horizontal enough for infants.

This model for newborns was designed specifically for small cars. Due to its small size and low weight, it fits even into a small salon. The convenient handle allows to transfer a cradle from the car to the room and vice versa easily. The weight of the structure is only 2.8 kilograms, which makes it one of the lightest seats in a niche for children weighing up to 13 kilograms. Three-point straps with a strong lock are adjustable in length with one hand movement and have soft lining to prevent rubbing.

The depth of the car seat is adjustable, which allows to slightly increase its capacity. Special anatomical tab designed for infants, gives additional support to the back of the child. The wavy shape of the autololl provides lateral protection. "Maxi Cosi Citi" can be installed on the base for a stroller and carry a child in it in an airplane. Included is a hood from the sun. Fastening occurs by means of automobile seat belts. The cost of the model is 12,000 rubles.

The downside of the chair is a synthetic fabric upholstery, which can cause a child to sweat on a long trip.

The cabriofix car seat is one of the most popular models for children in the 0+ age group. It provides maximum comfort and safety of the child, this is indicated by good test results. This model became the winner in the nomination "Choice of parents" in 2016. The weight of 3.4 kilograms is easy to carry due to its low weight and comfortable handle. Internal three-point seat belts are adjustable in length and equipped with soft pads.

Fastening of the model occurs in the direction of the car with the help of regular seat belts. It can also be installed on the base Familyfix and 2wayfix. The depth of the car carrier is regulated by one movement of the hand, thereby increasing the internal space. A special insert for babies with an anatomical structure smoothes the angle of the back and gives additional support to the child’s body. Included are a hood from the sun and a small pocket for small things, where you can fold napkins or a small toy.

Among the drawbacks of the model, there is a handle, which is not very conveniently folded, and a high cost, which not everyone can afford - 15,400 rubles.

Review of the Maxi Cosi CabrioFix cradle, see below.

The car seat is an improved model of the Maxi Cosi Pebble, the main advantage of which is compliance with the newest European I-Size safety certificate introduced in 2018. The uniqueness of this certificate lies in the qualification of the group membership of a baby for its growth, and not for its weight category. In addition to the main difference from the previous version, "Pebble Plus" has an improved liner with an anatomical structure, which will give the trip even more comfort.

Fastening of the model can occur both with the use of a regular seat belt, and with the help of the Isofix system, in this case the autolink is installed on the base 2wayfix.

Carrying a weight of 4.2 kilograms can be installed on the stroller base and used in an airplane. Three-point seat belts are lightly spring-loaded and have soft pads.The rounded bottom of the design allows you to gently rock the car seat to calm the baby or to prepare him for bed. The upholstery of the model is easily removed and it can be washed in an automatic machine. Included are a hood for sun protection and pockets for small items.

The main and only disadvantage of "Pebble Plus" is the high price of 23 000 rubles. The model is one of the first car seats of the group category "0+", possessing a security certificate of 2018, and this is precisely what caused such an overestimated cost. Most likely, over time, the manufacturer will lower the cost if such avtolulek among competitors.