Car seats for babies take a very important place in the lives of parents and the children themselves. Any normal parent will worry about the safety of their child when traveling by car. To provide a comfortable and safe environment for the child, car seats were invented. Among the huge variety, the Bebe Confort model stands out. How to choose a car seat and which one is better, what we will understand.
Features:
The Bebe Confort model has strong and wide sidewalls. These sidewalls can be adjusted the way you want - either move apart or, conversely, narrow. For example, in winter you can move it apart due to the volume of clothing. The back of the chair can be lowered, and this is convenient, when the child falls asleep, you can create the most comfortable position for him. It descends slowly and silently, that is, it will not affect the child's sleep in any way. But also the child will be secured with five straps.
The belt buckle will not bring discomfort, because there is a tab, and when braking hard, the belt will not press on the baby's stomach.
Advantages and disadvantages
The Bebe Confort model has many positive reviews.
- The five-point harness has a complex buckle so that the child cannot unfasten it himself.
- The straps can be rearranged higher when the baby is growing. But there is a certain level, after which it cannot be raised higher.
- The chair cover can be removed and washed.
- There is a handle at the top of the chair, it will be comfortable to hold when carrying it.
But the chair also has disadvantages.
- During sharp turns of the car, the seat may move slightly, but after a few seconds it will return to its original position. This should not be, he needs to always stay in one place.
- The wheel for adjusting the sidewalls turns very tightly, you cannot do without male power.
Specifications
If the child's weight does not exceed 0-13 kg, the "bassinet" car seat will suit you. In such a chair, the child is placed horizontally, for newborn babies there is an insert in the kit, which evenly distributes the load on different parts of the body. The seat itself is attached against the movement, that is, additional protection appears during sudden braking. These carrycot chairs are attached to the car seat thanks to the straps.
Chairs that have a weight limit of 9 to 36 kg are called universal. This means that it is suitable for any weight. The advantage of these chairs is that the size of the chair can be adjusted. And also in the series of universal seats there are models with a five-point seat belt. But these chairs are not bought by everyone, often the choice of parents falls on these car seats, but some do not like the model. Plus, the price of the model is not cheap. The color palette is varied, you can find red, black, gray or pink.
For children aged 3-12 years with a weight of 15-36 kg, armchairs without sides are suitable. That is, they have only a back and a seat, they are fixed with a three-point belt, and it holds the child well during the trip. Children who are 1-4 years old, and their weight is 18 kg, seats without sides are provided. In these models, the location of the children is directed towards the road. And with the help of a five-point belt, you can fix the position of children.
Model range overview and reviews
Bebe Confort has two models 0+ in its line, which are fixed to the base and are called Creatis fix and Streety fix. The base is convenient because it is impossible to make a mistake when installing the chair, you need to position the chair on the base until it clicks. The good thing about the system is that the installation procedure is quick and effortless. But also, when the baby falls asleep and you need to move him from the car to the apartment, it is enough to grab the handle that is at the top, and thus not disturb his sleep.
This is followed by models from 0 + 1, which are needed for long-term use, these are Opal and Iseos Neo Plus. Both chairs provide the ability to seat children with their face or back to the road. Opal has an advantage in the swivel system, such a system makes it possible to change positions without pulling it out of the car. Iseos Neo + provides a more comfortable environment, as well as protection thanks to a secure fit.
A popular chair is Axiss and its additional Iseos Safe Side models: Moby, Planete, Pebble, New Oxygen, they have a Total Tension design and isofix mounts. The Trianos Safe Side model provides seat modifications with internal straps. Axiss continues to be considered a bestseller - a huge number of materials used, a high level of child protection made it one of the most common and traded modifications of Bebe Confort car seats.
This is the first seat to have a swivel system, so many parents have started buying it and are now more confident in the safety of their little ones.
Tips for choosing
The most important thing to notice when purchasing a child car seat is the weight of the child. You definitely need to know so that you can buy the option that suits you. Go to the store with your child, because he should be put there and make sure that everything fits in size, it is also very important that the baby is comfortable. Make sure that the back of the chair can be adjusted, with age it can be raised.
Pay attention to how the belts are fastened, the baby should not unfasten them, therefore, they must be very strong and tightly fastened. Most often, their fasteners are a buckle in the form of a lock, other parts are attached to it. The lining near the buckle should be soft, with sharp braking, the load goes on it, but it softens well.
Remember that the seat needs to be the right size for your car so that it can be easily reached or put in place by any family member.
Almost all good seats have a special area for the head, when the driver will brake or turn, the baby's head will not hit, but, on the contrary, the pillow will soften the impact. Experts pay attention to the fact that you do not take the chairs that were used before you. There is no guarantee that they have not been broken. However, if you don't have enough budget and the used chair is in excellent condition, then why not buy one.
Chairs of a universal type cannot become economical and practical, until these times they have not yet revealed significant effects. It would seem that universal chairs are suitable for any weight, of course, there is a limit, but still this does not affect young parents, everyone is trying to choose practical and inexpensive chairs. However, the choice is yours every time.
Some parents definitely follow the advice of professionals and do not save money in purchasing car seats in order to protect the life of their own child. Others choose between the safety of children and the price of the chair. However, safety should be preferred. Infant life and health cannot be bought for money. It is from this that you need to build on in the selection of a car seat for your baby.
An overview of the Bebe Confort child car seat, see below.
