Booster with Isofix: features, selection, manufacturers and reviews

2024 Author: Erin Ralphs | [email protected]. Last modified: 2024-02-19 11:42

Booster is a backless car seat that allows you to raise your child to a higher level in order to fasten them with an integrated seat belt. Most often, booster seats are used for children weighing 15-40 kg.

Isofix - a system for attaching a booster or car seat to the car body. In addition, it is the international standard for hard mounting for manufacturers of both child seats and automobiles. The main purpose is to exclude the possibility of installing the chair incorrectly.

In this article, let's talk about boosters with Isofix, their features, difficulties of choice and manufacturers.

When do we replace the car seat with a booster seat?

Buying a car seat is quite an expensive undertaking for the family budget. However, it is essential for car owners who care about the safety of their child in the car. In this case, a booster with Isofix will become a budget and economical purchase.

When choosing between a booster seat and a full-fledged car seat, carefully weigh the pros and cons. After all, your child's safety is at stake. If, nevertheless, the choice fell on a booster, then approach the purchase with responsibility. When is a booster needed?

• child does not want to sit in a regular car seat with a backrest;
• when the child no longer fits in the group 2/3 seat;
• if it is necessary to comfortably accommodate the maximum number of people in the car;
• should save money on car child restraint;
• if you have to use different cars (carrying a booster weighing just over 2 kg is much easier than a regular car seat).

Boosters are usually quite compact, easy to install, and light in weight. It is convenient to use for installation in small cars.

Producers

After analyzing numerous consumer reviews, it is recommended to focus on children's boosters with Isofix from the following companies:

• Chicco - among the main products of the manufacturer there is a high-quality and convenient Qussar booster model, which is suitable for children weighing 18 kg or more.
• Graco - this trademark in the modern market of children's goods is represented by the automobile Booster Basic. This is an easy to clean and soft seat for children ages 5 to 12.
• Clek Olli - unlike the companies listed here, it produces more economical analogues. At the same time, all necessary quality standards are observed. And the models of this manufacturer are designed forweight with a peak limit of 55 kg. It is very convenient for large children.
• Heuner - this German manufacturer specializes in the production of a wide range of car boosters that meet international standards. Armchairs of this brand are made using the latest technologies that allow you to protect the child from overheating on hot days, and from hypothermia in cold weather.

Chicco Quasar Plus Booster Seat

This model of booster seat complies with ECE R44/04, the safety standard in Europe. It has an anatomical shape, designed for groups 2 and 3 (for children weighing from 15 to 36 kg). The correct position of the seat belt on the body of the child is ensured by the guides. The quality fabric cover can be removed and cleaned.

The booster does not have its own seat belts and is mounted in the direction of the car in the back seat.

Features and Specifications:

• certified for group 2 and 3 children weighing 15 to 25 kg and 25 to 36 kg;
• only used with fixed seat belts;
• removable cover is washable;
• meets ECE R44/04 safety standard in Europe.

Booster for children with Isofix

Clek Olli is suitable for transporting children 4-12 years old weighing 18-54 kg and corresponds to group 2/3.

This is one of the first boosters to feature Isofix fixation. In this booster, due to this fastening, a reliable and rigid fixation on thecar seat. It is easily and universally installed on both European cars (with Isofix system) and American cars (with Latch system).

Manufacturers of the booster completely eliminate the possibility of deformation during an accident in its design. This was made possible thanks to the absorbent material, the metal base and several layers of soft base.

The Clek Olli booster with Isofix complies with European and American safety standards, has passed multiple crash tests of both side and front impact and has long earned a lot of positive feedback from buyers in Russia.

Features

• Isofix mount has self-locking latches.
• Easy removal and installation mechanism.
• HoneyComb material for shock absorption.
• Metal base.
• Crypton fabric is water and dirt repellent and easy to clean.
• The optimal height of the booster ensures that the car's seat belt does not touch the child's face.
• Removable cover is easy to wash.
• High armrests.

To the little traveler

The Carolina Baby Life Isofix booster has a number of important features and your baby will definitely like it. It is very comfortable, has an unusual design and bright color.

Safety at the Carolina Baby is ensured by the following design features:

• padded armrests are designed to provide extra support and a high level of security for your child;
• hard fixation will makethe process of sitting is less tiring and the ride more enjoyable.

The top cover can be removed for washing at 30 degrees. The durable and soft padding of the booster is made of antibacterial material that will not cause irritation if the child rides in a skirt or shorts.

Features:

• group 3 (22-38 kg);
• maximum passenger weight - 36kg;
• weight - 1.2 kg;
• Comfortable armrests for a comfortable fit;
• soft, washable and removable upholstery;
• hard fixation;
• material: textile and plastic.

Booster Capsula JR5

This model, like most analogues, is fixed with a built-in car seat belt. It is designed for toddlers from 3 to 12 years old and is installed in the direction of travel.

Security:

• meets European requirements;
• in the booster, the child is fixed with a car belt;
• new to this model is a special clip for additional locking and a regular belt guide;
• raises the child to the correct height for proper seat belt fixation.

Comfort:

• Additional comfort provided by full armrests;
• has a very comfortable wide seat cushion;
• upholstery made of hypoallergenic, breathable and durable material;
• cover is removable and washable at 30°;
• easy to transport and light weight.

You can buy a booster with Isofix in Moscow in the Daughters and Sons, Detsky Mir stores or specialized stores selling child car seats.

Portable booster seat

Mifold Taxi is the latest solution for keeping kids safe in the car. With this portable compact device, your child will be completely safe in any car.

Made with a durable metal case made from aluminum and a heavy-duty polymer for superior impact resistance.

The Mifold Booster is foldable to fit in your car glove box. You can also put it in your backpack and use it in any car. The new Isofix booster seat is 10 times smaller than standard child seats and 5 times safer.

Adjustable in three width positions. This changes the height of the shoulder. Using foam padding technology, the booster pillow stays cool even on hot days.

According to user reviews, installing a booster takes no more than 30 seconds.

The Mifold Booster Pillow adapts the car seat belt for proper contact with the child's body. As a result, in the event of an impact, your child is protected, as is a strapped adult.