A star rating of 3.9 out of 5. A top seat from a big brand. This is high on safety, but heavy and bulky. It's ideal for long journeys and has optional seat covers for summer that absorb the heat.

Overall score is based on crash protection, scores for ease of use and fit to vehicle, in LATCH and belt modes, using the car seat with its base. The displayed score is out of a total of 100 points.

According to NHTSA, the car seat's carrying handle can crack and parents could drop their child if it breaks. Britax has 74 reports of the handles fracturing, including one of an infant who ...

With great safety features and giving the feeling of being built to last, the Trifix is a top car seat although at the higher end of the price range. The Group 1 Trifix boasts ISOFIX and a top tether, ...

Overall score is a combination of crash protection, belt fit, ease-of-use and fit-to-vehicle scores in both harnessed and booster modes. The displayed score is out of a total of 100 points.