Looking at buying a car seat for a 4 year old but I’m confused and there seems to be different types. Some are boosters which use the car seat belt and others are from 1-8 years old and they seem to use a harness.
What should I be buying?
Car Seat for 4 Year Old
Veebee88 on 16/07/2021 - 22:48
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Thanks! No ISO fix but!
Australia doesn’t allow ISO fix to be used for kids 4+
I thought it was allowed for 0-4, as in 4 was inclusive?
@brendanm: So OP can use the ISOFIX on the kids birthday at least…?
Personally I don't get the appeal for ISOFIX. Yes, it's easier to install. But seatbelt install isn't that much harder…?
@Chandler: Not sure if serious? They would be usable until the child turns 5, or, more correctly, their shoulders are at/above the shoulder height limit on the seat.
Isofix is easier and more secure, also very difficult to fit incorrectly.
Not sure if serious? They would be usable until the child turns 5, or, more correctly, their shoulders are at/above the shoulder height limit on the seat.
I was serious, just incorrect. Yes, seat usable until shoulders hit the marker.
Having said that, a lot of "0-4" seats are designed/marketed for extended rear facing, which you can't do once the child hits 4: must forward face, whether they still fit in the seat or not.
Correct. Isofix is only available on 0-4 seats in Australia.
Maxi Guard or Maxi Guard Pro. Harnessed for longer, great seats. Or a baby love EZY-grow, a cheaper option.