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UPPAbaby MESA Infant Car Seat

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UPPAbaby MESA Infant Car Seat

Jeanette H.

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The Mesa is (of course) incredibly compatible with the uber-popular Vista. Downside, though, is that it isn’t compatible with many other strollers. It’s tied with the Maxi Cosi Prezi and Orbit Infant for heaviest seat - weighing 12 pounds! Urban parents will like that the carrier installs well... but suburban parents will find that the base installation is often harder than you'd expect with LATCH, and often impossible with the seat belt due to an awkward geometry for the belt path and a seat belt locking device that lets the belt slip through.

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LOVE: 597 NEUTRAL: 194
REGRET: 29 WANT: 305

  • baby does not love riding in the car and i wonder if the uppababy mesa max carseat we have has something to do with that. it is hard to get baby in + out of, heavy, and baby always looks uncomfortable Dec 15, 2024

  • Love this car seat! It’s more light weight than other infant car seats. Easy to use as well. I can easily adjust the car seat straps, install the seat in the car and move it around as needed. Dec 09, 2024

  • Great infant seat! Easy to pop in and out of the base and travel system. Comfy for baby and easy to clean. Nov 14, 2024

    • Kate R.

    • San Jose , California

    Best car seat, so easy to use and switch to different cars, very light and also comfortable for baby. I recommend it to all new moms! Aug 22, 2024

  • This car seat covers all of the bases - safety, user-friendly, easy install, easy to clean, comfy, and stylish. Would highly recommend this seat to any new mom. Jul 18, 2024

    • Sarah M.

    • Jacksonville, North Carolina

    I have had two Mesas for two different kids. The non rethread harness, lightweight and easy to install. Fits perfect on the UppaBaby strollers. Jul 06, 2024

    • Mona J.

    • Mississauga, Canada

    The best infant car seat and ease to clean Jun 03, 2024

  • Love the uppababy stroller system. But it is on the heavier side Apr 24, 2024

  • This car seat is very helpful because it clicks into my stroller frame. The material used is nice and doesn’t have any harsh chemicals. Apr 22, 2024

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  • Very easy to insert into car seat base and onto the stroller. We used for our single baby and now with our twins. Jul 30, 2023

    • Ash S.

    • Fairview, North Carolina

    I love that this clicks in & out of the car & in & out of the stroller - no attachments or any other parts needed! It’s also easy to use without the base. Jul 21, 2022

  • I love how easy it connects into stroller. It’s also nice and cushion for newborn. Hate how heavy it is compared to my Nuna pipa car seat. Only got it because it came with my vista stroller May 19, 2021

  • Great to use with all UPPA products Apr 16, 2021

  • I like this seat. It's easy to use. Super easy to install but it might not be able to be used long term because the buckle is super short and if you have a chubby baby it won't work very well. Dec 22, 2020

    • Vicky C.

    • Silver Spring, Maryland

    Uppababy really thought about the consumer on this one. My husband and I are obsessed with the fact you can put the straps in little slots while you are putting baby in. Many other great features, too Nov 27, 2020

    • Lucy N.

    • Salem, New Hampshire

    Great product! I love the company as they make top quality and safe products for baby and parents. Easy to install and take in and out of the car. It’s sleek looking and lots of safety features. Sep 10, 2020

  • I feel like it is very safe and comfortable for baby. Easy to install. May 08, 2020

  • Love love love my UPPABaby! I did a ton of research and love the safety ratings on this seat. I do wish the canopy could have more coverage (like the stroller) and it's a bit heavy but so worth it! Oct 24, 2019

    • Katy B.

    • Charlotte, North Carolina

    This car seat was amazing for both of my Boys. My 2nd son was a preemie and came home at 4.5Lbs. Had we not had this carseat he may not have been able to come home. The seat is easy to use and instal Oct 22, 2019

  • I absolutely love this car seat! It's beautiful (Henry color) and is so easy to take apart and throw in the laundry. It is a must if you have the Vista. We Uber with this car seat all the time! Sep 24, 2019

  • Love this car seat. So easy to install and get in and out of the car. Used the infant insert up to about 8 weeks. Also, I love how easy it fits into the UPPAbaby stroller system. Aug 16, 2019

  • Expensive but very highly rated for safety & comfort.The straps stash to the sides while putting baby in/out. The side impact protection around baby’s head adjusts. Can be installed without a base! May 17, 2019

  • Easy to clean Mar 08, 2019

  • The base is very easy to install. It's also easy to use without the base with just a seatbelt. We move this around between 3 different cars and it is very easy and quick to switch in and out. Nov 29, 2018

  • This is a nice car seat. However, the fabric isn't as nice as other car seats. I'm always afraid I'll tear the canopy part. The foam is exposed in some parts of the car seat. It's heavy car seat. Oct 03, 2018

  • It is worth spending the extra money for this baby. We started off with the Graco snugride, but then upgraded to go with our stroller, and we're happy we did. Light weight, comfy, safe. easy install! Jun 14, 2018

  • Love that this works in conjunction with the Vista system. Easy to use and I felt provided exceptional safety for my infant. Feb 20, 2018

  • Absolutely love this car seat. Snaps into base with one click, and same with removal. Easy to install and light weight. It's a plus that it clicks right into our uppababy vista stroller as well. Aug 09, 2017

  • Baby was always comfortable. I just wish I hadn't gotten black because it can get pretty warm especially during the summer. Easy to clean and set up in the car. Light weight and easy to carry. Jul 12, 2017

  • After doing a ton of research on infant car seats we chose the Mesa. It is light, minimal and stylish! It's super easy to use and very portable, plus, it pairs perfectly with the Cruz stroller! Jun 10, 2017

  • Love this. And so does our daughter! Mar 09, 2017

    • Vicki H.

    • Lindenhurst , New York

    I had a problem with my newborns head not being supported enough, she was born 7.12oz and her head was always bent in this car seat, tried to buy head support but none would feel inside! Jan 24, 2017

    • Lauren S.

    • Chester Springs, Pennsylvania

    LOVE this seat! My baby was a preemie and it came with all the needed padding for her small 5lb size when we brought her home from the NICU...the NICU nurses raved about it after her carseat test. Jan 02, 2017

  • Can't say enough good stuff about this infant carseat! So easy to install using base with LATCH system, very safe and sturdy and love that is easily goes from car to our UB Vista stroller! Oct 22, 2016

  • Feel like our baby is super safe in this infant seat. I purchased this infant seat over others bc it was awarded for its side impact protection and is compatible with our Vista UppaBaby stroller. Sep 26, 2016

  • We love this seat! It's very roomy and sits the baby more upright where they can see more. I love the sunshade material too and the Side impact protection! Aug 02, 2016

    • A.C. C.

    • Santa Clara, California

    It's easy to use but a bit tricky to install onto the middle seat. I've traveled on the plane with it and it was a little too long, the guy in front could not recline his seat (Singapore airlines) :( Jun 21, 2016

    • Elle P.

    • Kirkland, Washington

    super easy to get baby in and out and install with base. love this car seat! May 20, 2016

  • Won this in a giveaway and I can't wait to use it! May 05, 2016

  • Simple design and my baby loves being in it! Only downside it that it is a little heavy. Feb 29, 2016

  • 2015 redesign was a downgrade - as UPPAbaby removed the European belt path and carrier no longer installs securely without base in many cars. Base installations are hit or miss with LATCH or seat belt Dec 22, 2015

  • It's nice and easy to use, easy to clean. Super heavy. Next baby I want a transtitional seat. Jul 20, 2015

  • Love this with the vista! So easy to just pop in and out of the car and stroller. Jul 02, 2015

    • Laura H.

    • United States of America

    This was ok, got it when it first came out. Easy to use and install, but I feel like my baby grew out of it too quickly. Also got nervous when he would sleep in it for awhile for flat head. Jun 24, 2015

  • Love this car seat. Not too heavy. With 2015 vista stroller no adapter needed (unfortunately I have the older model). This is so stylish, too. Cleans easily and base is easy to install. May 22, 2015

  • Love the ease of installing this car seat, the safety rating, and how sleek it looks. Only drawback is that it's heavy. Mesa 2015 is a bit lighter from what I've read so Uppababy seems to be aware. May 17, 2015

  • Excellent Car Seat. We have zero complaints. The base is super easy to use. Also easy to use with a seat belt and no base. Very safe & solid. We use with our Baby Jogger City Select Stroller Oct 31, 2014

  • We waited forever to get this, because we have the Cruz and wanted the matching look. It's a good pretty carseat, but it can be tough to line up with the stroller frame, even after weeks of practice. Sep 25, 2014

  • We had borrowed my SIL's Chicco for our first but when the Mesa came out; it was a must. I am already excited to use it because there is no clunky adaptor needed to work with the stroller. Aug 01, 2014

  • I finally got my Uppababy Mesa and I can't wait to use it!!! Jun 11, 2014

More Parents' Reviews

  • baby does not love riding in the car and i wonder if the uppababy mesa max carseat we have has something to do with that. it is hard to get baby in + out of, heavy, and baby always looks uncomfortable Dec 15, 2024

  • Love this car seat! It’s more light weight than other infant car seats. Easy to use as well. I can easily adjust the car seat straps, install the seat in the car and move it around as needed. Dec 09, 2024

  • Great infant seat! Easy to pop in and out of the base and travel system. Comfy for baby and easy to clean. Nov 14, 2024

    • Kate R.

    • San Jose , California

    Best car seat, so easy to use and switch to different cars, very light and also comfortable for baby. I recommend it to all new moms! Aug 22, 2024

  • This car seat covers all of the bases - safety, user-friendly, easy install, easy to clean, comfy, and stylish. Would highly recommend this seat to any new mom. Jul 18, 2024

    • Sarah M.

    • Jacksonville, North Carolina

    I have had two Mesas for two different kids. The non rethread harness, lightweight and easy to install. Fits perfect on the UppaBaby strollers. Jul 06, 2024

    • Mona J.

    • Mississauga, Canada

    The best infant car seat and ease to clean Jun 03, 2024

  • Love the uppababy stroller system. But it is on the heavier side Apr 24, 2024

  • This car seat is very helpful because it clicks into my stroller frame. The material used is nice and doesn’t have any harsh chemicals. Apr 22, 2024

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  • Q: How easy is it to use this car seat in taxis?

    asked by Secretly Expecting - Dec 22, 2015

  • The 2014 model is VERY easy to use in taxis. But the 2015 model is slightly different and not a safe without the base according to The Car Seat Lady. Try the Nuna Pipa if you're looking for a compatibility to the 2015 Uppa Baby Vista and easy to instal in taxis.

    Mieke S. - Dec 22, 2015

  • The original Mesa had a European belt path which allowed for a safe, secure installation without the base in most cars anywhere in the world. Unfortunately, the redesign for 2015 saw UPPAbaby remove this safety feature... and the seat is no longer one we recommend for parents who will be taking taxis or going in other cars without the base. https://youtu.be/l_ZvrrRzSw4

    The Car Seat Lady . - Dec 22, 2015

  • We have the older Mesa that we bought in 2014 so we had a good experience using it in taxis (except if the cab driver has some sort of seat covers across the whole back seat, which is another story). Be aware that there's a little metal H-shaped bar you can use to get a really snug fit with the safety belt that is tucked inside the Mesa frame. I'm not sure I would bother with this in a taxi though

    Jane U. - Dec 22, 2015

  • We've never tried this in a taxi, however, there is an option to go seatbelt only with no base for this car seat.

    Cathalina L. - Dec 22, 2015

  • We found it relatively easy to use the Mesa in taxis with the seatbelt securing it (without the base). There were a few sweat full moments though in cars from the airport though who seemed to have shorter shoulder straps that were a real struggle to get around the car seat correctly. Not sure if other car seats would have a similar issue. Sent from my iPhone

    Cheryl A. - Dec 22, 2015

  • We have the 2014 model and as others have said, very easy to quickly install in taxis/ubers. For nearly the first year of our son's life, we didn't even own a car, being city dwellers, so this was super important to us.

    Marianna R. - Dec 22, 2015

  • I have used it in a taxi(uber) once and it was very easy. im not sure about the safety feature, i felt it was quite secure with the seatbelt and no base. However I would not do that for a long ride without the base

    Secretly Expecting - Dec 23, 2015

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  • Q: On our local news (SF Bay area) an 11 month old was able to undue her chest harness.... Has anyone had problems with their infants unbuckling the chest harness? There are reports of infants as young as 6 months doing this. UPPAbaby's response to this issue - is that it is "isolated".

    asked by Secretly Expecting - Nov 13, 2015

  • My son is now almost 2 years old and pretty smart - and has never even attempted unbuckling his car seat straps - either on the Mesa or on his current seat, the clek foonf. I would think it would be pretty difficult to do if the straps are tight and buckled where they should be.

    Marianna R. - Dec 22, 2015

  • My son started doing it around 11 months and did it with just one finger. He was getting too long for the car seat anyway but it was very easy for him to do and hard for us to prevent when driving.

    Samantha G. - Dec 23, 2015

  • When my son was around 11 months it was very easy for him to unclip the chest harness with one finger. Once he figured it out there was really no stopping him and he did it constantly. He was getting too long for it anyway but doesn't seem isolated according to my son.

    Samantha G. - Dec 23, 2015

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  • Q: I purchased this car seat since it is one of the more compact infant car seats and I have 2 other kids, but I did not do diligence before about stroller adapters. Does anyone know if this works with the bugaboo bee? I have been able to locate an adapter, but just curious if anyone else might know.

    asked by Secretly Expecting - Mar 23, 2014

  • Bugaboo does not make an adapter for this. However, I have a chameleon and it fits perfectly in the graco adapter they make. Of course that's not what it's intended for, so use at your own discretion.

    Jordan W. - Aug 14, 2017

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