Safety 1st Ellaris Convertible Car Seat - Topsail

Omg do not buy. The fact that it’s okay for infants to ride in this??? Super loose, not safe. Returned. No wonder they dropped their price not safe!!!!

Great car seat! My baby is really comfortable

This car seat was easy to install and very secure for the little ones.

This car seat literally checks every single box for me. It meets requirements for extended rear facing, it's cute, it's super easy to install, and very affordable! It's also incredibly lightweight and easy to move as needed. My child has so much room and is super comfortable. He did not like the car at all and spent most of the time crying but now that we have switched him to this seat we are not having any issues. I wish I would have done it sooner,

Useless and waste of money, don’t buy it because there is no way to loss the belts and just nightmare.

I purchased this seat as a convertible option for my 10-month-old, and it’s horrible. There is no way to install it safely - in order to get the correct angle, the seat physically tips back (vs. the seat reclining while the base is stationary), which means that no matter how tight we got the LATCH straps, the seat will shift up into a more seated position when pushed on even just a little bit. With an extremely active baby, I just do not feel comfortable or confident putting her in this seat. Quick return for us.

This car seat is IMPOSSIBLE to install correctly. With the rear facing belt as tight as it will possibly go, the back of the seat will still move a lot. The base just isn't hefty enough. I actually don't know how these haven't been recalled yet.

Although i love the chair,its comfortable or so i think so because my baby has not cried and she falls asleep every car ride. I wish delivery was smoother. I’ve ordered two of the same car seats^ and BOTH,the boxes have came very beat up and torn. This second one I received,the box was torn and you could see the chair inside. I dont know where Target items get delivered from but i hope they will be more careful. Other than that love the chair and price.

The delivery was very poor. It was left outside in an uncovered place when there was an enclosed front porch and a side entrance right next to it that had an awning over it. So when I got home the box was saturated and partially opened so the car seat is soaked!

The latch system is too small and doesn't reach to buckle in. Have to use the seat belt.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Thank you Stellar Product Testing Panel for providing me the Safety 1st Ellaris Convertible Car Seat. This car seat is a great option to have for travel and everyday use. We recently traveled to Florida by plane with our car seat, which was a great experience. It was significantly lighter than our previous car seat, making it easier to carry along with our stroller. Our youngest daughter recently turned 1 and transitioned from an infant carrier to the Safety 1st convertible car seat. She was very comfortable in it during our trip to Florida. Although we didn’t purchase her an airplane ticket, she was happy and secure in the car seat. Her legs didn’t hit the seat, and her head was well-rested during naps. She also appreciated the convenience of having her cup next to her in the cup holder. I anticipate that my little one will use this car seat for many years to come due to its easy adjustable modes. However, I do have a minor complaint: I wish it were slightly slimmer. It’s not entirely “compact,” especially around the head area. It’s wider than I expected, but that’s a minor flaw. This is a wonderful option for a car seat. I recommend it! Thank you again Stellar Panel Product Testing for providing me this great car seat. We will be using it for years to come!

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This seat arrived on our front porch just in time to transition our youngest into a convertible seat. The seat’s compact design helped create more room in our back seat. I am tempted to order 2 more to see if we can fit all 3 kids in the same row! I love knowing that this seat will be with us as our children grow. Any one of my 3 kids could use this seat (ages 0, 3, and 5). It is incredibly versatile. One of my favorite features is that the cup holders are removable making it easy to clean out grime and dirt. We have not yet traveled with this seat but I look forward to it as it is lightweight and compact. I am comforted in knowing that our new seat is compliant with all of the latest safety standards. Safety is my number one priority when it comes to car seats. This seat is all around phenomenal. Thank you to the Stellar Product Testing Panel for providing me with this car seat.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I appreciate the opportunity to review this car seat I received from Stellar product testing panel. The slim design is great for a compact car but may have caused the company to skimp on comfort. The car seat has minimal cushion. My daughter was visibly uncomfortable after a less than 30 minute car ride. Seat can be used for multiple modes. However, it’s just too big for babies. My daughter’s head wobbles way to much and with any bump she panicked. Right now my baby is still in the rear facing mode but I can see the ease of use for transitioning between all three modes if you have a big baby. I think it’s great that it is in compliance with all new federal safety guidelines however, I would not purchase this car seat nor advise my friends to purchase it. Cons: not good cushion for baby(seat is hard), not aesthetically pleasing, noisy when baby is not in seat and hitting bumps, does not support babies head at all Pros: able to transition to booster seat, soft fabric, easy to install we used the anchor and seat belt together.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I was given this car seat to try as part of the Stellar Product Testing Panel. I was very excited to give this car seat a try. I have used several car seats from this brand in the past, and so far have loved them all including this one! It is very lightweight compared to other car seats I have used in the past. If you were needing to swap vehicles that the car seat was in, this would be a great option. The seat is compact and overall is a space saver. It definitely does give you a little more room in your third row. It accommodates the possibility of having three car seats next to one another, and not be as difficult to install. This car seat also has three modes to grow along with your child which I really appreciate. I love that I can have my infant child ride in this seat all the way through being able to switch to a booster car seat. The head piece that adjusts the height of the back and the straps is very easy to move and adjust to your child’s height. The straps are easily adjustable and do not move when they are in place. Another feature that I absolutely love is that the cup holders are detachable and dishwasher safe. As parents we know that they get gross and need cleaned just like the car seat covering itself. I really like this car seat so far, and my child seems to really like it too. I feel like my child is properly secured and safe when riding in the vehicle. It is very user friendly, compact, lightweight, which I think will appeal to a lot of people looking for a car seat. I would definitely recommend this car seat to anyone that asks.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I am a big fan of baby items that can be used long term and this carseat does just that with its ability to grow with my little one. The fabric feels soft and padded for comfort and I love how easy it is to take off for washing and putting back on. The carseat itself is set up for easy installation, but it isn't the hands down easiest I've set up before. The straps are super long which is great, but when I tried to pull at the strap to make it tight and secure, the buckle just refused to feed the strap through, even when I held down the gray button. Once the carseat was properly installed though, I was actually pretty surprised by how comfortable my little toddler seemed to find it. He's not a huge fan of the carseat, but despite the carseat's slim profile, it seemed very spacious for him. The headrest bumpers on each side were great for when he fell asleep. The back is easy to adjust up and down to fit his height and the harness pulls out with a ton of length so getting him in and then securing him tightly in place is easy and comfortable. I received the product through the Stellar Product Testing Panel and haven't had a chance to take it on a flight yet, but I will definitely appreciate its slim profile and the built in double cupholders.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I received Safety 1st Ellaris Convertible Car Seat from the Stellar Product Testing Panel. I like the overall appearance and cosmetics of the Ellaris. I like that it is neutral colors and has large side head support cushions. The cushioning is soft and all washable, which is perfect for a convertible car seat that sees many snack and liquid spills in the toddler years. The Ellaris is very lightweight, and more comparable the car seat we use for our 4 month-old daughter, which makes it easy to move from one vehicle to another, and easier to install. The seat we use for our 2 year-old on the other hand, is incredibly bulky and heavy in comparison. Because it is so heavy, we have decided to keep the Ellaris in our 2nd vehicle for our 2 year-old, that way we do not have to move the other seat back-and-forth. I especially love that the Ellaris is slim, and you can fit 3 car seats across. This is not an option we have with our other car seat, because it’s so incredibly bulky. In fact, when we put our other car seats in our Toyota Highlander, it’s difficult for an adult to sit comfortably in the 3rd seat, and practically impossible to move the 3rd seat forward in order to access the 3rd row. That’s why I’m so excited to have the Ellaris! 3 across here we come! We are a growing family, so I am also a fan of the convertable 3-in-1 aspect of the Ellaris. When choosing between an infant car seat and a convertible car seat, I have always chosen a convertible car seat. I like to carry my babies around in a wrap carrier, rather than in a car seat, so the fact that you cannot do that with the Ellaris does not bother me. I prefer the convertible aspect so that we can save money by not having to buy a front-facing in the future. I appreciate that Ellaris is easy to install, although I would say that I wish it had a leveling ball or gauge like our other car seats. Instead, it only shows a picture of parallel lines. It takes a little time to figure out. A gauge or leveling ball is more user friendly, in my opinion, especially when you’re trying to install a car seat in a jiffy. But this is a minor point and would not prevent me from purchasing another Ellaris. Otherwise, it can be easily installed using the seatbelt or with anchors. Finally, my son sits comfortably in the chair, and does not give us any trouble getting in. All-in-all, we love this seat! This seat is small enough for a compact car, it is lightweight but sturdy, it is so comfortable for my son, and it is easy to clean. More importantly, it fits the needs of our growing family perfectly.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Thanks to Stellar Product Testing Panel, I received the Safety First Ellaris Convertible car seat to try! My first thoughts were that I love the sleek design and clean look. Pros of Ellaris: - It was very lightweight. A huge difference between the other car seats we have. That is such a plus when needing to take it out to clean or transfer to a new car. Definitely made it less of a pain to do so. - The installation process was easy and straightforward. We used the latch attachment in the van and it was able to get very tight and felt very safe and secure. We also used it in the car and was able to use the lap belt for installation. - The straps were easy to tighten and loosen. This may sound like a small thing but it really is important. The other car seat we have is so difficult to adjust it frustrates my daughter and myself often. - The three modes make this carseat good for many years - My son was happy in it! He loved the cup holders - It did seem slim compared to my other car seats but not by much. Cons of Ellaris: - Though it was cushioned, and carseats don’t tend to hold their cushion for long anyways, I would have hoped it was a little more comfortable. - Wish it had comfort straps next to the neck - The plastic base felt a little cheap. It was lighter, but that also doesn’t feel as safe. - I missed having a bubble level measurement to make sure the seat was at the correct angle Overall, I would recommend this carseat for someone on a budget. It would definitely work long term but the comfortability factor was a deal breaker for long road trips. It seems best for backup, second car, grandparents car, or if you are just cruising around town. If you plan to take this on a long road trip, you can find more comfortable options.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I absolutely love this car seat. I received this product for the Stellar Testing panel. First of all, I love that it's gray. That way it's versatile for a girl or a boy. I also love the fact that it's a darker color because let's face it, infants and toddlers get food and drinks all over things. Since it's darker in color it will help hide the stains more until I get the chance to clean it. It is easy to wipe clean with the material to as we already spilt a little milk on it. I also love the fact that if my toddler needs to use it, it's easy to switch around from the rear facing from my infant as it goes up to 65 pounds. It also comes with a two cup carrier, which I love and you can never go wrong with this. Whether you are using it for an infant or toddler car seat. The material is also really soft. I've bought car seats before where it felt like there was no padding for their head. I pushed my hand down on where my baby's head would go and it was so soft. It seems like he sleeps more comfortably in the car ride. My favorite part of the car seat is that it follows the new federal compliance with car seat safety, which as a mama gives me peace of mind. I can also appreciate the fact that this car seat doesn't take up as much room as my other car seats in the pass. One of my kids wouldn't be able sit next to the bulkier car seats in the past because it would take too much room up. Now one of my other kids can sit comfortable next to this car seat. I definitely would recommend for anyone to try this car seat out for their babies or toddlers. I feel at ease knowing that they put a lot of thought into the design and the new safety guidelines.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Thanks to Stellar Product team for allowing me to test this amazing carseat! I love this seat. I drive a prius so space saving is incredibly important to me -- this definitely fits in our little car just fine & gives me more room to put the front seats back a bit more than other carseats I've used. I like that it's versatile and can be used in forward facing or backward facing modes. I used it with my 3 month old and also tested it out on my 2.5 year old and both fit wonderfully in the seat! Got good naps in the car in it, which is priceless! I look forward to also trying it out on airplane rides in the future since it meets FAA safety standards. Bravo!!

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I was given this car seat to try as part of the Stellar Product Testing Panel. This was a new brand for us to try as far as car seats go but I'm familiar with other Safety 1st products. I think it's a great company and this car seat is no exception! The compact fit is great, especially for our midsize SUV, and I love that the cupholders are removable. Our car seat cupholders always get so dirty and cleaning these is so easy. The cloth part is also soft and padded, and easy to remove for cleaning. We are using this car seat for our infant but I love that it will grow with her and we will definitely use it for her later forward facing use as well as front facing. I haven't taken the car seat on any extended road trips or for air travel but I love that it's airplane ready. I always prefer to keep kids in the car seat on an airplane and this one is airplane ready, making it one less thing to think about for big trips. I wouldn't purchase a car seat if it wasn't compliant with current safety standards, so the fact that this one meets federal safety standards makes it a good choice for me. My one complaint with this car seat is how my infant seems like she's sitting up too high and her feet are also too high, making her look squished in the car seat. I wish the back reclined more for her size. However I still like the compact and light design for a smaller car and for carrying the car seat, and our baby doesn't seem to mind the fit. Definitely a great car seat!