SAFETY 1ST Enspira Convertible Car Seat

Pros: Seat can be used 3 ways and accommodates children from 5 to 80 lbs.; Durable
Cons: VERY DIFFICULT installation, overhead shield may be a safety problem

I have been using the Safety 1st Enspira Car Seat for over three years and it seems comfortable for my kids and it doesn't seem to have any safety issues while in use, so I am not completely unsatisfied with this seat, but it is VERY DIFFICULT TO ...

Pros: Almost everything is adjustable, comfortable, will take you from birth through toddler/child.
Cons: Too much to adjust, too many belts, knobs, buckles, etc.

We previewed a lot of car seats and then picked this one, as it seemed highly customizable and adjustable. It is, although it's a bit complicated. Almost everything can be adjusted to various positions and / or removed which means lots of buckles, belts, knobs and whistles to contend with. It takes some patience and a good hour or two to get it adjusted the first time and installed in the car.

That said, our 6.5 month old highly enjoys sitting in it. It's very comfortable and he can now even see out the car window. I'm sure all the adjustable features will come in handy as he grows. The fact that it's both rear and front facing means this is probably the only carseat you'll ever need to buy.