Britax Roundabout 50 Convertible Car Seat

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Britax Roundabout 50 Convertible Car Seat Reviews

Roundabout vs Roundabout 50

The Britax Roundabout 50 is in essence the larger capacity Roundabout model of the two currently available and as the name would suggest allows you to carry your child up to 50lbs / 49inches, as opposed to the standard Roundabout model that has maximums of 40lbs / 40 inches.

This is usually the basis for most parents that have settled upon the Roundabout model but are in the decision process of choosing between the two models.

If you are one of these parents, you should realize that the extra capacity offered by the Roundabout 50 also adds slightly to the bulk and weight of the car seat, but still the car seat can be considered compact.

Britax Roundabout 50 Unique Differences

The Roundabout 50, many assume is just a slightly larger version of the standard Roundabout model and although many of the features, design elements and functions are the same, the seat itself is more closely modeled on the larger Britax Decathalon.

Consequently, a few of the more important differences that are found on the Roundabout 50 model compared with the Roundabout are:

• Larger and heavier in size
• Larger seat area
• Four harness positions compared with three
• Three buckle positions compared with one
• Harness adjustment via lift levers compared with push buttons
• Locking clips compared with belt lock offs

Parent Satisfaction Levels

Parents that have bought the Britax Roundabout 50 convertible car seat overall are incredibly happy with their purchase having had the opportunity to test it out in everyday use over a period of time and with so many reviews, it is given a deserved 4.5 stars out of a maximum of 5, so that does speak volumes.

Parents particularly liked the quality build, particularly when compared to some similar and even more expensive alternatives, easy and quick for all of those repeated everyday functions particularly strap adjustments, very easy to install and remove and easy to keep clean.

Key Features and Benefits

• Rear facing 5lbs to 35lbs
• Forward facing 1year old plus and 20lbs to 50lbs
• Height maximum 49 inches
• Seated shoulder height rear facing 10.5 inches to 16 inches
• Seated shoulder height forward facing 12 inches to 16 inches
• Side impact protection
• Five point harness
• Extra weight capacity of 50lbs
• Aircraft certified
• Energy absorbing versa tether
• Rear and forward recline positioning
• Harness holders
• Compact contoured base
• EPS – energy absorbing foam liner
• High density comfort foam
• Front harness adjuster
• High quality LATCH connectors
• High quality cover seat and pads
• Energy absorbing base

What Customers Are Saying

“Unlike other seats on the market, the buckles on the Britax models are SO much sturdier and clip securely”

“Although the Britax brand is slightly more expensive, there are some things that are just worth the money”

“In addition to the obviously higher-quality construction, I also appreciated the ease of installation”

“ease of removing and "reapplying" the cover (for those inevitable baby messes)”

“this is an excellent choice for children 15-50 lbs”

“Seat pad is nice and cushioned. Baby loved the seat”

“Very tight fit with the latch system in our vehicles with almost no movement, very impressive”

“I did a lot of searching for a good seat with a fair price. I decided on this one and am so happy I did!”

“For the money it's a great car seat! These car seats have great reviews, and I know why!”

Most Popular Choices

There is a wide range of Britax Roundabout 50 designs to choose from, but there are three that sell significantly more than the others:

• Britax Roundabout 50 Convertible Car Seat Cowmooflage
• Britax Roundabout 50 Convertible Car Seat Onyx
• Britax Roundabout 50 Convertible Car Seat Pistachio

This quick video review of the Britax Roundabout 50 convertible car seat in the ever popular Cowmooflage is done by a mother who demonstrates just how easy it is to seat and secure her young two year old son in it.

She also gives a rundown of some of the main aspects of the Roundabout 50 that she particularly likes including the quality build of the car seat, the ease of using it every day, the LATCH system, easy strap adjustment and overall user friendliness.

The buckling demonstration really does show how very simple and quick it is to buckle your little one in, particularly compared to other car seats that are a lot more tricky and difficult to accomplish the same seemingly easy task.