17 best toddler car seat we tested in 2024

3-in-1 car seat grows with your child from rear-facing harness (5-40 pounds) to forward-facing harness (22-65 pounds) to highback booster (40-100 pounds)

Slim design with dual integrated cup holders that rotate away, making the seat 10% slimmer to save valuable back seat space

Graco ProtectPlus Engineered: A combination of the most rigorous crash tests that helps to protect your little one in frontal, side, rear and rollover crashes

No-rethread simply safe adjust harness system allows the headrest and harness to adjust together in one motion

Choose the perfect headrest height from 10 positions to get the safest fit for your child as they grow

4-position recline keeps your child comfy and helps for a better installation

Push-button InRight LATCH provides an easy, one-second attachment with an audible click to help ensure secure installation

Harness storage compartment keeps the harness safely stored while in belt-positioning booster mode

Steel-reinforced frame provides strength and durability for 10 years of use

Easy-to-read level indicator helps eliminate installation guesswork

Trusted quality, upgraded design: Looking for pioneer? Grow with you is our newest harness to booster car seat

2 in 1 booster seat: Easily transitions from forward facing harness mode to belt positioning booster mode as your child grows from toddler to big kid

Premium fabrics: Nap friendly padding and fabrics for superior comfort & a quiet ride. Headrest Fully Extended Height: 35.5 inch

More comfort: Soft comfort pads keep your child's neck from rubbing against the harness strap. Gender - unisex

Surrounded in safety: 2 layers of side impact protection, steel frame, impact absorbing base and forward movement reducing V-shaped tether

BOLD MOVES: Innovative rotating car seat makes it easier than ever to get your child in and out of the car—no matter what kind of vehicle you have

GROW WITH GOLD: Offers 10 years of use and 3 modes—Rear Facing (4 – 40 lb), Forward Facing (22 – 65 lb), and Booster (40 – 120 lb)

ACE THE INSTALL: Bead Level Indicator makes it easy to level the Revolve360 to achieve the safest, most accurate installation in all vehicle types

360 DEGREES OF EASE: Install the Revolve360 once and you’re done—the Sure360 Safety Installation System with LockStrong and Tether360 keeps it safe, secure and simple

Designed to deliver premier child fit and comfort at each unique stage, Fit4 makes it easy to correctly secure your child from birth through big kid booster for ultimate comfort, convenience and peace of mind as your baby grows to age ten

4-Stage FitKit System provides optimal fit and comfort through multi-staged construction and easy-to-remove layers, providing more room to grow through each unique stage

Easiest all-in-one car seat to install correctly, thanks to Chicco-exclusive installation features including ReclineSure leveling system, RideRight bubble levels, force-multiplying SuperCinch LATCH tightener and LockSure belt-tightening system

DuoGuard offers 2 layers of protection with a steel-reinforced frame and EPS energy-absorbing foam that surround the head and torso, while a best-in-class 10-position headrest accommodates maximum growth

4 in 1 car seat gives you 10 years of use: seamlessly transforms from rear facing harness car seat (4 40 pounds), to forward facing harness car seat (22 65 pounds), to high back belt positioning booster (40 100 pounds), to backless belt positioning booster (40 120 pounds)

Graco protect Plus engineered helps to protect Your little one in frontal, side, rear and rollover crashes

Simply safe adjust harness system adjusts the height of your harness and headrest to 10 positions in one motion to ensure that Your child is always properly secured.Do not use bleach

6 position recline helps keep your growing child comfy on Your many journeys together

The Graco exclusive In right Latch attachment provides an easy, one second attachment with an audible click to help ensure secure installation

Integrated belt lock off for easy vehicle seat belt installation

Machine washable, rapid remove cover removes in 60 seconds without uninstalling the seat for easy cleaning

Care: metal and plastic parts may be cleaned with mild soap and cool water

5-POINT HARNESS SECURITY: Two position points at each shoulder, two position points at the child's hips, and one point where the harness buckles between the legs to give your child the best possible protection

3 HARNESS POSITIONS: There are three slots to position the harness shoulder straps depending on the age and height of your child. Shoulder straps should be at or just above the shoulders whenever using a forward-facing car seat

2-MODE OPTIONS: This forward-facing five-point harness car seat is made for children weighing 22-65 lbs & 29”-49” tall. Converts to a belt-positioning booster seat for children weighing 40-100 lbs and 38”-57” tall

RECOMMENDED USE: We recommend using the 5-point harness to the maximum recommended weight and height before using this car seat as a belt-positioning booster

SAFETY CERTIFICATIONS: This seat exceeds Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS 213). Side Impact Tested only when used with a 5-point harness. Insurance Institute for Highway Safety "Best Bet" rating when used as a belt-positioning booster

ADDED COMFORT: Three-position adjustable height headrest is equipped with energy-absorbing EPS foam. Two cup holders provide added convenience to hold drinks or store treats

5-POINT HARNESS SECURITY: Two position points at each shoulder, two position points at the child's hips, and one point where the harness buckles between the legs to give your child the best possible protection

3 HARNESS POSITIONS: There are three slots to position the harness shoulder straps depending on the age and height of your child. Shoulder straps should be at or just above the shoulders whenever using a forward-facing car seat

TWO MODE OPTIONS: This forward-facing five-point harness car seat is made for children weighing between 22 and 65 pounds and 29 to 49 inches in height. Converts to a belt-positioning booster seat for older children weighing between 40 and 100 pounds and 38 to 57 inches in height. We recommend using the 5-point harness to the maximum recommended weight and height before using this car seat as a belt-positioning booster

SAFETY CERTIFICATIONS: This seat exceeds Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS 213). Side Impact Tested only when used with a 5-point harness. Insurance Institute for Highway Safety "Best Bet" rating when used as a belt-positioning booster

ADDED COMFORT: Three-position adjustable height headrest is equipped with energy-absorbing EPS foam. Two cup holders provide added convenience to hold drinks or store treats

10 Years of Use: One4Life convertible to booster car seat grows with your child from 5 – 120 lbs and up to 63” tall

Install Confidently: With ClickTight Installation, you’ll know it’s right in 3 easy steps: Open, thread & buckle, click it closed.

One4Life: Converts from a rear-facing infant car seat, to a forward-facing 5-point harness, to a high-back belt-positioning booster

Britax Safety: High strength steel frame & crumple zone help absorb crash energy; patented v-shaped tether

Full Body Protection: 2 layers of side impact protection surround the head, neck & torso

No Rethreading, Ever: 15-position harness & headrest move together using one hand for the proper fit as your child grows

Relax & Recline: 9-position, quick-adjust recline & easy-read level indicators help your find the correct angle for your vehicle & most comfortable fit for your child

SafeWash Cover: Safe to machine wash and dry; knit construction is naturally flame retardant

REAR-FACING FOR LONGER: This slimfit convertible car seat is designed and engineered to keep your child rear facing even longer up to 50 lb/ 22. 7 kg, approx. 4 years old

HIGH BACK BOOSTER: Keep your child safe and comfortable with the high back booster seat mode now up to 120 lb, 54 kg. The high back booster adds an extra layer of protection and comfort for any child transitioning into booster mode.Shell and Components: Spot clean

10 YEARS ONE CAR SEAT: With 4 ways to travel safely from birth to booster, the Radian 3R adapts as your child grows to offer a custom adjustable fit from birth to 120 lbs

REINFORCED STEEL CORE: Mechanically engineered, reinforced steel core, made from automotive grade high density plastic and steel to create the ultimate protection for your child

THE ORIGINAL 3 ACROSS: Built with our famous radian slim fit convertible design, to fit 3 across in most vehicles without compromising child or passenger comfort. Feel safe having your children secure in the backseat

3-in-1 car seat helps to protect your child from rear-facing harness (5 - 40 pounds), to forward-facing harness (22 - 65 pounds), to highback booster (40-100 pounds)

Graco ProtectPlus Engineered to help protect your little one in frontal, side, rear, and rollover crashes.Do not use bleach.Do not use soap, detergents or lubricants

No-Rethread Harness: Simply safe adjust harness system adjusts the headrest and harness in one motion, to ensure proper fit

4-position recline helps ensure a secure installation and helps keep your growing child comfy on your many journeys together

Graco’s exclusive push-button InRight LATCH provides an easy, one-second attachment with an audible click to help ensure secure installation

10 headrest height positions help you to get the safest fit for your child as they grow

Integrated harness storage compartment keeps the harness safely stored away without removing while in belt-positioning booster mode