When preparing a "dowry" for a baby, a family with a car, they should definitely think about purchasing a quality chair. The child car seat will not only hold the child while driving, but also in the event of possible impacts, will ensure the correct position of the child's fragile spine and the highest degree of comfort. Happy Baby car seats are a worthy example of such a device.
Features:
Happy Baby (HB) is a fairly popular brand of baby products: strollers, walkers, playpens, high chairs and other products. A separate line of this brand is car seats.
Despite the fact that the country of origin is China, all products are of high quality, impeccable workmanship, stylish design and, most importantly, crash-tested safety.
All elements of the products - both bearing plastic or metal elements and the material of the cover - comply with the European quality and safety standards ECE R44 / 03. Products repeat the anatomical forms of the child, which allows him to comfortably fit in it. The fabric of the covers is hypoallergenic, wear-resistant, can be washed in automatic mode.
The assortment includes bassinets for newborns and babies, as well as chairs for older and independent children. The carrycot seats can be used as a carrier or installed on a stroller.
Advantages and disadvantages
The main advantage of this brand's chairs is, of course, their safety and reliability. The best confirmation of this fact is that the company has a European standard certificate.
Thanks to the five-point belts, the child's safety is maximized while driving and in the event of an accident. The crash tests carried out prove that even with an impact, the child does not fly out of the seat (it is the lack of seat belts or their unreliability that cause serious injuries and deaths of young passengers in an accident - children simply fly out through the windshield onto the road).
At the same time, the belts do not hinder the movements of the child, and also have soft pads in places of contact with the body. This eliminates the discomfort and chafing of the belt - children do not seek to "get out" of it.
The backs of the products are made of orthopedic materials and correspond to the anatomy of the little passenger's body. This means that even with frequent or long trips, the child's back will not get tired, the spine will not receive excessive stress. In addition, in almost all models, you can change the position of the backrest, including putting the baby to sleep on the way.
All models are equipped with soft headrests, the height of which can be adjusted based on the parameters of the age and height of the passenger. Some devices (usually used for children in a large weight and age range) have a seat that is adjustable in width. This is extremely convenient, since it makes the model truly versatile and durable: there is no need to buy new devices every 6-8 months, because children grow up and gain weight at certain periods of their lives.
A plus is the removable cover, which is not afraid of frequent washing in the machine. Some products have a moisture-repellent coating, so if a child spills water or juice on the chair, it will not get instantly wet. The main thing is to immediately blot the liquid with a dry cloth or napkin.
It is noteworthy that the chairs can be installed both forward and backward. The second option is safer. This is the way most infant seats are attached. However, as the little one grows up, he wants to look out the window, it is important for him to see his father or mother sitting behind the wheel, therefore, chairs installed in the direction of travel are in great demand. Optimally, if the user has the opportunity to choose the appropriate option.
Happy Baby car seat models have a stylish, attractive design. Due to its rounded shape, the chair is easily installed, without clinging to the corners of the interior parts, does not injure the child and those sitting next to it, and just looks attractive. Thanks to the soft upholstery, it looks cozy, like it envelops a child. The choice of colors is small, but these are quite popular and non-marking shades: gray, black, burgundy.
Among the disadvantages, many buyers point out a rather large weight. Although this is, rather, a feature of the design, which has a metal base, elements made of shock-resistant plastic and an increased number of soft rollers.
It is possible to reduce the weight of the product only by abandoning one of these elements, which will affect the overall safety of the product.
Models
The brand's lineup is quite diverse. Let's consider the most "popular" options.
Mustang isofix
A distinctive feature is a proprietary mount, thanks to which the seat always takes the correct position in the car, and its installation will not be difficult. It is enough to put it in special connectors and press until it clicks.
The frame of the product is made of metal, the outer upholstery combines fabric and eco-leather. The chair covers are removable, which is important if you are transporting small children: if necessary, you can quickly and easily wash the cover. The child's fixation system is five-point. Rubber pads are provided at the places of contact between the belt and the passenger's body, which makes the use of the seat more comfortable.
The backrest can be tilted and a removable cup holder is provided.
Boss
Devices of this series are intended for passengers weighing up to 36 kg. They are equipped with five-point safety belts with foam pads and the ability to adjust them. The headrest can be lowered higher or lower, a big "plus" - it has side bolsters to protect the child's head from possible impacts.
The supporting elements of the chair are made of metal, the rest are made of impact-resistant plastic. The cover is made of elastic materials: easy to remove, can be washed in automatic mode, does not require ironing.
Madison
Armchairs in this series are very popular. They have everything that is important for the safe transportation of a child: a secure fit in the car, adjustable seat belts, a headrest with side protection.
The allowed weight of a child is from 3 to 13 kg. For newborns, there is a special insert, a sun visor and a cover for the legs.
The presence of a comfortable and strong handle, as well as the rounded shape of the device, allows you to rock your baby right in the chair. If you put the handle forward, it will act as a swing limiter.
The fabric cover is made of special breathable materials, it is not afraid of abrasion and frequent washing. It is important that this device is compatible with a stroller and a chair stand of the same brand, which allows you to carry the baby without disturbing his sleep.
This chair has three-point belts for installation in a car, while it is possible to place it against the movement.
Gelios V2
A car seat designed for children weighing up to 13 kg. Has a three-point belt for installation on a car seat, the handle of the device lowered down can become an additional support. Without requiring special adapters, it is installed on strollers of the same brand.
Passenger
Provides safety and comfort when transporting children up to 18 kg (average age of a child 0-36 months). A feature of this car seat is the presence of wide soft bolsters near the legs, body and head of the child, which increases the reliability and safety of this model.
The belts are adjustable, their position is determined by the height of the headrest, that is, by adapting the position to the child's height, you automatically set the desired position of the belts. Setup is quick and easy.
The passenger is secured with internal straps with five attachment points. In places of contact with the body, they have soft pads that eliminate the unpleasant sensations of the child and contribute to an even distribution of the load.
It is noteworthy that the chair “grows” with the child. For smaller children, a cover is provided that will help maintain the anatomically correct position of the child's body. As they grow older, when the baby gets cramped in the device, the liner is removed, the inner area of the chair increases.
The chair has 3 options for the backrest position, including for sleeping. The model is based on impact-resistant plastic. Fastened both in the direction of travel and against.
Atlant
Convertible model suitable for transporting children weighing from 12 to 36 kg. After the child's weight exceeds 22 kg, the back of the chair can be removed and "turned" into a booster.
Attachment to the car seat - by means of a standard belt. The device is installed in the direction of travel.
The headrest is adjustable in height, the chair has side anti-traumatic bolsters, the inner belt is five-pointed.
Mustang
A universal seat that can carry a child from 9 months to 12 years old. For this, it is possible not only to adjust the height of the headrest, but also the width of the seat.
The backrest has 4 tilt positions, the device is fixed with standard seat belts.
The supporting structures are metal, the cladding is made of eco-leather. A variation is the Mustang Light armchair, which comes in a beautiful navy blue. Differs from Mustang in non-removable covers, absence of automatic belt tension.
Spector
Car seat for transporting a child from birth to 12 years. As befits a device for newborns, it is installed against the direction of travel. However, the manufacturers took into account the fact that the older the child, the more reluctant he is to sit in this position, so if desired, the device can also be installed in the direction of the car.
For infants, there is a special insert that provides better fixation of the child (helps to reduce the inner area of the chair), and also ensures the correct position of the spine of the baby. As the child grows (from about 8-9 months), the insert is removed.
The backrest can be given one of four positions, the height of the headrest is adjustable in seven steps in accordance with the height of the passenger. There are side protective head restraints, fixation by internal straps is carried out in five points.
Joss
Another universal model "for growth", designed for children from 9 months to 12 years. The height of the headrest is adjustable (9 possible heights), as is the width of the seat. As you grow, as well as in winter, when the child is wearing bulky clothes, you can easily place him in a chair that has increased in length and width, and you can easily fasten him. By the way, this model uses branded ISOFIX mounts for babies. Older guys wear belts at three points.
The basis of the chair is metal, plastic, the upholstery is fabric (polyester).
Taurus deluxe
A car seat for passengers whose weight is 9-18 kg, and the age is from 8 months to 4 years. It has two positions for installing the chair in relation to the direction of movement of the car, it is fixed with standard seat belts.
It has 5 backrest positions, cover material - eco-leather. Available in Brown.
By the way, the word Deluxe is also used in the name of the booster from the same manufacturer - RIDER Deluxe
It is a standard booster for children from 7 years old.
Skyler
A car seat for newborns (child weight 0-13 kg), which, if necessary, can be used as a carrier or adapted with strollers from the same manufacturer. Available in Blue and White (although in fact it is beige).
Equipped with a removable cover and a mattress that repeats the anatomical features of the baby, a black sun shade. Cover and mattress are made of textiles.
The semicircular shape of the bottom allows the child to rock. The lowered handle becomes a limiter for the movement of the device. Fastened with regular belts, installed against the movement of the car.
Inner belts are three-point, adjustable in height, the position of the headrest is constant.
Voyager
A worthy model in which you can transport a child from the first days of life until its weight exceeds 25 kg.
The device is fixed to the seat with three-point belts, while the inner belts fix the child at five points. You can give the backrest a suitable position by choosing one of 3 modes. There is a headrest (not adjustable in height) and side protective bolsters.
The set includes an inner cover, inner upholstery - fabric. Both covers are removable, withstand frequent washings. Colors - Green, Blue, Gray, Purple (respectively, green, blue, gray, purple).
Reviews
In general, parents note the high quality and thoughtfulness of each element of Happy Baby car seats. Users note the reliability of the design, the softness of the seats, and the ease of installation.
However, the product still has certain complaints. For example, the Mustang Isofix series, according to some users, is equipped with insufficiently long seat belts. Fastening an adult child, especially if he is wearing outerwear, is very problematic.
In the Mustang and Boss models, the inconvenience of the backrest positioning technology is sometimes noted. Users say that the relay for changing the position is too tight, it is inconvenient to turn it.
Some mothers say that the inner mattress is not secured by anything, which causes it to slip. Users are advised to give preference to fabric covers, because during a long ride in a chair with an eco-leather cover (artificial leather), the child begins to sweat a lot.
Some users talk about the higher value of the brand's products compared to some other car seats. However, it should be understood that devices of this security class cannot be cheap. In addition, if we compare models designed for long-term use (for example, Mustang Isofix, Mustang, Atlant), the cost of which starts from 8,000 rubles, and products of similar quality, designed for a year and a half (their cost starts on average from 3,000 rubles), it turns out that the first to acquire is much more profitable.
The undoubted convenience of purchasing universal car seats is the absence of the problem associated with the need to dispose of used seats. If you buy products intended for use for a year or two, then sooner or later you will have to think about where to store or who to give the used chairs to.
For an overview of Happy Baby car seats, see the next video.
