Maxi-Cosi Kani 4-in-1 Convertible Car Seat, Caspian Caviar

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I was given this car seat to try as part of the Stellar Product Testing Panel. I can't say enough good things about Maxi Cosi Kani 4-in-1 Convertible Car Seat! It's the perfect blend of safety, comfort, and convenience. I love that it grows with my child, from rear-facing all the way to a backless booster. We will be using it for years to come. We took off the infant inserts for my average-sized 9-month-old baby. My 9-year-old was able to sit comfortably in the backless booster seat mode. His exact words were, “Wish I had this kind of comfortable car seat when I was a little kid". So I'm pretty sure my little one will be happy in this seat too. The fabric is made from 100% recycled materials, which is great. My favorite feature of this car seat is the ClipQuik magnetic chest clip. Buckling and unbuckling with one hand is so easy, especially when I'm juggling bags and an infant. The QuikFit headrest and harness system adjusts smoothly with just one motion - no rethreading, ever! It's amazing how well it adapts as my little one grows. I also love the ReclineFit feature with five recline positions. It's so comfy for naps on the go. The two cup holders are dishwasher-safe and look great with the vegan leather accents! Installation was surprisingly simple, thanks to the 1-click LATCH connectors. I appreciate that the car seat easily converts into a booster seat with one hand release. Every detail feels thoughtfully designed with parents and kids in mind. In short, this car seat checks every box: safe, stylish, sustainable, and incredibly user-friendly. The seat is on the heavier side and not as slim as I'd hoped, but those things don't matter to me. If you want one seat that is sturdy, and truly does it all, this is the one!

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] We are currently expecting our third child in the next couple of weeks. Unfortunately, a new car with a third row is not in the budget right now, so we have been searching for car seats that will accommodate our three kids (ages three and under) in my Nissan Rogue and my husband's truck. Our family also prioritizes using car seats that have no added flame retardants, so Maxi Cosi has always been one of our go-to brands due to their PureCosi fabric and great prices. I was ecstatic to see the release of the Maxi Cosi Kani as its slim design perfectly fits our needs right now. We were able to fit all three of our car seats in both of our vehicles, and the installation process of the Maxi Cosi Kani was a breeze. We currently have this seat installed as a forward facing car seat for our oldest but love the versatility that any of our children could use this convertible car seat for years to come. The quality of the fabric is both exceptional and sustainable, and with many years of use on the radar, the value of this car seat is fantastic. One really unique feature with the Maxi Cosi Kani is the magnetic chest clip. It makes unbuckling your child really easy while also holding another child. The Maxi Cosi Kani gets my highest recommendation especially for families with limited backseat space. Thanks to the Stellar Product Testing Panel for providing me with this car seat.