Child Developement

Car Seat Buying Guide

For those in Singapore with cars, a car seat is a must for kids below the height of 1.35m.

What to consider

Compliance with safety standards

Non- negotiable. Look up for any recalls.

Height and weight limits

Use these as rough guides as all babies grow differently

Ease of installation and use

Ease of use (latch, click, one click) trumps other niceties such as color

Infant seat vs. convertible seat

Ideally, only infant seats should be used below 9 months of age

Popular brands	CYBEX ATON BASIC	COMBI COCCORO	PEG PEREGO PRIMO VIAGGIO	BRITAX BOULEVARD	MAXI COSI PRIA	DAIICHI My First 7	GRACO MY RIDE	JOIE EVERY STAGE
Model
Type	Infant (0-15 months)	Infant (0-4 yrs)	Infant (0- 15 months)	Convertible (upto 6 yrs)	Convertible (upto 7 yrs)	Convertible (upto 7 years)	Convertible (upto 4 yrs)	Convertible (upto 12 yrs)
Safety standards	FMVSS 213 Standards; approved for air travel	European Safety Standard	FMVSS 213	Exceeds FMVSS 213	European Safety standard	-	GB27887-2011	ECE R44/04
Design, material etc.	Five point harness with shoulder & buckle pads	Dacco cusion, lower seat design	Microfibre Padded seat and body support	Comfort Foam padding, infant pillow Easy remove cover	Self wicking fabric Removable, washable seat pad and harness cover	2 point SABELT buckle (European) Eco friendly Organic fabric	Five point safety harness Removable and washable seat pad 4 levels of shoulder belt strap	5 point harness Plush, deluxe cushioning and fabrics
Weight limit	13 kg	18 kg	13 kg	Rear-facing (2.2-18 kg) Forward-facing (9-30 kg); upto 124 cm	Rear-Facing: 4.08 - 18kg and up to 40 inches - Forward-Facing: 10- 31 kg and up to 52 inches	From 3- 25 kg; upto 125 cm	Rear Facing: 1.8 to 13kg Forward Facing : 9 – 18 kg	Rear facing: 3 to 18 kg Forward facing: 9 to 36 kg
Dimensions	24.80 / 17.32 / 15-22 inches; 4 kg	42 x 63.5 x 54; 4.4 kg	63 x 44 x 66 cm; 5 kg	18" x 24" x 24"; 8.85 kg	21" x 24" x 27" (rear) ; 10 kg	W520xL540xH640(mm); 8.37 kg	26 X 20.8 X 27; 7 kg	l54.5cm x w58cm x h76cm ;8.86 kg
Additional Installation/warranty etc.	Can be connected to Cybex stroller Designer canopy for sun and wind protection 6 months warranty	1 year warranty on fabric	3 x 44 x 66 cm; 5 kg5 levels of height adjustment adjustable hood and handle can be installed in 3 ways	Quick-adjust 10-position harness and 2-position buckle with Isofix; certified for air travel	One click latch system infant insert for snug fit Cup holder"	4 levels of height adjustment recline upto 146 degrees	2 side reversible new born seat pad 2 cup holder	10 position height adjustable headrest 5 recline positions Easy installation with dual lock-off devices
Price	199	299	420	599	489	599	299	399
Where to buy	Lazada	Lazada	Kiddy Sky	Lazada	First Few Years	Mothercare	iprice	Lazada