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This is a very bulky car seat. It does not fit in my small four door car. I have it in my mini SUV but it still takes up a ton of room. My baby does not seem to like this seat. (Jan 24, 2017)
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- Meg O.
Dublin, Ohio
Love that you can zip off the cover for easy cleaning. This is a must have feature! May 25, 2022
- Uyen h.
Cypress, Texas
Love that it is so easy to take on and off. Perfect for those messy potty training age and messy baby food. It's well built and sturdy and has different reclining level. Apr 16, 2022
Super heavy/ bulky, but like that the cover zips off for wash. cup holder is hard for little ones to reach. I prefer other seats so we use it for grandparents’ cars. Apr 03, 2022
I have the zip and it's so easy to remove and wash! Mar 28, 2022
- Cassie P.
United States of America
One of the few convertible seats that will fit well in our double cab Tacoma. Kind of a pain to put the baby in (he has to ride in the middle seat) but worth it for the extra space. Cushy seat also. Mar 17, 2022
- Evelyn R.
Rancho Cucamonga, California
The Chicco Next Fit Zip is a great convertible car seat. I love how easy it is to remove the cover for washing. Another feature that is amazing is the different recline levels lever. Jan 20, 2022
- Janie M.
Phelan, California
Easy to remove padding for washing machine. Not so good if child gets car sick and pukes everywhere. Then the whole thing has to come off. Dec 01, 2021
- Tiffany R.
Jacksonville, Florida
We have the regular version and this. Love the ease of cleaning the cover of this version! Nov 22, 2021
- Sierra H.
Colorado Springs, Colorado
I used this birth through booster. It is large, but I LOVE that it unzips for washing. It is very easy to use and recline as well if needed. Nov 19, 2021
- morgan r.
Olathe, Kansas
Love how secure baby feels in the seat and the seat is VEDY easy to install however it can be hard to get baby into it if your vehicle is higher up Oct 29, 2021
- brandy M.
Arroyo Grande, California
The zip is essential, so easy to quick unzip and vacuum all the crunched up snacks that fell in the seatbelt holes, washing is a breeze and you don’t have to mess with uninstalling or hooks etc Sep 20, 2021
- Susi B.
RED WING, Minnesota
Used this with my first baby and loved it so much. It is so plush and comfy he never complained on long 6+he trips to see grandma. Never go with out the easy zip off feature. It is worth it every time Aug 30, 2021
- Sarah M.
Winner , South Dakota
I’ve got 2 of these and really love them. Not a complete pain to install, super easy to clean, sit up tall enough so my toddler can see out the window and they’re adjustable enough to last us years! Jul 23, 2021
- Tatiana C.
United States of America
Best car seat, very comfortable, my son enjoys it. And sleeps in it reclining makes it great. Is heavy for traveling but we still managed to travel internationally with it. Jul 10, 2021
- Lauren C.
Livonia, Michigan
We’ve been happy with this seat, straightforward installation, materials are good quality and my son seems well protected. I do wish it had a metal frame. But it has held up all the past two years! Jun 12, 2021
- Tabitha W.
Ripley, Ohio
Easy installation and comfortable. Bought for my twins at 4 months (3yrs now) and now my 3 month old. Cleaning is incredibly easy with these, my favorite part.. They are a little wide and heavy. Jun 05, 2021
This is the easiest car seat to take on and of the cover. It is slightly higher than my Diono car seat so as they get older, your kid will be tall enough to seat themselves. May 07, 2021
- Jenna V.
Grand Rapids, Michigan
Best convertible out there! Easiest install! Super plush! Convenient button to loosen straps! 9 recline settings! Zip off padding feature makes washing pad when needed a breeze! May 02, 2021
- Kim G.
United States of America
this is my absolute favorite! it may be a little on the big side, but it's so easy to install and so easy to clean! Plus, my son says it's much more comfortable than his other seat (graco 4ever) May 01, 2021
- Megan V.
Punta Gorda, Florida
Seat is very easy to install. Straps are easy to loosen and tighten. The sides are a little high, but no big deal. Love that I can easily zip cover off! Apr 27, 2021
- Stephanie K.
Milwaukee , Wisconsin
My toddler loves her seat. It is very comfortable and she can sit in it for long car rides without complaining. She can easily reach the cup holder for her beverages or toys. Mar 29, 2021
- Paula S.
Beavertown , Pennsylvania
I did extensive research before purchasing this car seat. I must say that I am extremely happy with my decision to purchase this one. Very stylish and so easy to install and adjust! Mar 24, 2021
- Mishel D.
Phoenix, Arizona
Love this! Have been using since my daughter was 6 months. She was on the larger side and I felt that she was very safe. So easy to clean and she is nice and snug. Bonus that you can use for years! Mar 03, 2021
- Emilia H.
Jordan, Minnesota
Install was very poor. We had such a tough time getting a good tight fit. We used this from birth with our second and he HATED it. I wish we had never got this set. Feb 18, 2021
- Shannon R.
Norfolk , Virginia
Love the well padded interior. Very well built. Love the bucket style with deep headwinds. Makes he feel my LO is very safe. Cinch install!!!! Does not rattle! Solid construction seat. Feb 15, 2021
- Janelle S.
Rushville, Illinois
We tired Magellan (hard to install), Graco (not well padded), Britax (only ok), and settled in this. Zip is worth the extra $ for ease of cleaning! Feb 13, 2021
- Helen R.
Sneads Ferry, North Carolina
I love this car seat. Install is very easy, my child is super comfortable in it. I love that you can extend rear facing with it and all the different recline positions. Jan 23, 2021
- Chelsea P.
Springfield Twp, Michigan
So easy to clean and daughter has been happy in it from newborn to 5. Can be difficult to get a tight fit in van, have to adjust it regularly as it tends to loosen and lean. A bit bulky. Dec 22, 2020
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- Rebecca H.
Sioux Falls , South Dakota
We love our NextFit. My little one is comfy and safe. Easy to install and adjust. Aug 30, 2020
- Tiffany J.
Phenix city, Alabama
I like the fact that this car seat is easy to pull off the fabric and wash. Aug 30, 2020
- Deb P.
United States of America
Love this carseat! It's so comfortable for the babies and the zipper is worth the extra money because it makes it easier to clean. It has adjustable headrest great for tall babies like mine in the 98% Jan 26, 2020
- Sara G.
Portland, Oregon
We purchased two of these & love them.VERY easy to install latch system. Worth getting the zip version for easy clean-up. Wish there was a spot to secure straps when not in use. Solid design & safe. Jan 02, 2020
- whitney C.
vero beach, Florida
Worth every penny. Easy to install. Easy to move around. One zipper and the cover pops off and you can throw it in the wash. Doesn't get easier! Jul 26, 2019
- Kristina V.
Lake Ariel, Pennsylvania
I can’t say enough about this car seat!! A breeze to install, a level to make sure it’s even and the zip cover for cleaning makes it worth the high price tag alone! Saves so much time! Jul 22, 2019
- Kristin S.
Buffalo, Minnesota
At one year and 30 inches, our babe outgrew her Keyfit so this is our new seat. (Got the Zip Air model from BRU.) It is indeed easy to switch cars and disassemble to clean. Mar 18, 2019
- Danyelle H.
Benson, North Carolina
Like the multiple recline positions and the zip off fabric makes cleaning a breeze. It is on the bulky/heavy side. Difficult to pull to get straps tight. Jan 28, 2019
- Katherine P.
Dallas, Texas
We love our car seat because of the multiple reclining positions and ease of use when tightening and unlocking. This car seat was simple to install. Most importantly it has high safety ratings. Dec 01, 2018
- Jessi D.
Portland, Oregon
Great car seat. We also have the britax marathon and while this one seems to be larger, it’s a bit cushier. The zip off cover makes cleaning a breeze too May 14, 2018
- Kendall H.
Midland, Texas
Great seat! Fabric is starting to wear. Love that it unzips so easily and that you can change the height of the seat so fast. Jan 13, 2018
- Dalila Y.
Austin , Texas
We just bought this and I really love it. It is a bit bulky but I find that it protects my son from the sides better than another we have. Easy to install. Easy to throw in wash and washes well too. Dec 20, 2017
- Egzona S.
Altamont, New York
We just bought this and installing it was easy! The comfort and padding is great. There's even leather around the outside of the car seat. I wish the cup holder was more sturdy, that's the downfall Jul 31, 2017
- Secretly Expecting
Leona , Kansas
The zip off fabric is worth the extra money. It makes cleaning so much easier. Seat has awesome features and easy to install. Recline in forward facing nice. Chest clip has 2 settings. Fits newborns. May 23, 2017
- Jenn M.
Northeast, Wisconsin
I love Chicco products - and this carseat is great! It is easy to install and easy to clean! Best of all, it fits perfectly in compact cars. May 13, 2017
- Rebekah G.
Ashland, Ohio
After an accident, we replaced our old car seat with this. It washes easily, looks sleek, is comfortable for our 2 year old, and the installation is super simple. No complaints at all. Feb 09, 2017
- Kayla M.
Beaumont, California
This is a very bulky car seat. It does not fit in my small four door car. I have it in my mini SUV but it still takes up a ton of room. My baby does not seem to like this seat. Jan 24, 2017
- Adrian T.
Palm Harbor, Florida
It has good ratings but to me, the straps are difficult to adjust and get proper fitting. The seat it bulky as well. Jun 26, 2016
- Kelly S.
Raleigh, North Carolina
Have had this car seat couple months. Love how easy it is to remove it & install in another car. & have confidence we've done it right since it's so dang easy. Haven't had to remove/unzip cover yet Oct 27, 2015
- Emily O.
Laurel, Maryland
I'm loving this car seat! The only car seat I need, and I'm thrilled with the zip off padding. It's easy to clean. One con: in its rear-facing reclined pos. it can be hard to buckle a resistant kiddo. Jun 20, 2015
- Cherie G.
Anacortes, Washington
So far so good! I haven't had to unzip it out yet, but my baby fits great in it, and easy to install. I love all the recline positions! She will use this for a few years since she is only 6 months old Nov 01, 2014
- Auburn D.
San Francisco, California
This is our 2nd car seat. Baby barfed in it on first use. A fluke? Maybe. It's a dream to install but I feel like the fabric doesn't breathe well and the baby often feels warm when I pull her out. Oct 29, 2014
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- Meg O.
Dublin, Ohio
Love that you can zip off the cover for easy cleaning. This is a must have feature! May 25, 2022
- Uyen h.
Cypress, Texas
Love that it is so easy to take on and off. Perfect for those messy potty training age and messy baby food. It's well built and sturdy and has different reclining level. Apr 16, 2022
Super heavy/ bulky, but like that the cover zips off for wash. cup holder is hard for little ones to reach. I prefer other seats so we use it for grandparents’ cars. Apr 03, 2022
I have the zip and it's so easy to remove and wash! Mar 28, 2022
- Cassie P.
United States of America
One of the few convertible seats that will fit well in our double cab Tacoma. Kind of a pain to put the baby in (he has to ride in the middle seat) but worth it for the extra space. Cushy seat also. Mar 17, 2022
- Evelyn R.
Rancho Cucamonga, California
The Chicco Next Fit Zip is a great convertible car seat. I love how easy it is to remove the cover for washing. Another feature that is amazing is the different recline levels lever. Jan 20, 2022
- Janie M.
Phelan, California
Easy to remove padding for washing machine. Not so good if child gets car sick and pukes everywhere. Then the whole thing has to come off. Dec 01, 2021
- Tiffany R.
Jacksonville, Florida
We have the regular version and this. Love the ease of cleaning the cover of this version! Nov 22, 2021
- Sierra H.
Colorado Springs, Colorado
I used this birth through booster. It is large, but I LOVE that it unzips for washing. It is very easy to use and recline as well if needed. Nov 19, 2021
- morgan r.
Olathe, Kansas
Love how secure baby feels in the seat and the seat is VEDY easy to install however it can be hard to get baby into it if your vehicle is higher up Oct 29, 2021
- brandy M.
Arroyo Grande, California
The zip is essential, so easy to quick unzip and vacuum all the crunched up snacks that fell in the seatbelt holes, washing is a breeze and you don’t have to mess with uninstalling or hooks etc Sep 20, 2021
- Susi B.
RED WING, Minnesota
Used this with my first baby and loved it so much. It is so plush and comfy he never complained on long 6+he trips to see grandma. Never go with out the easy zip off feature. It is worth it every time Aug 30, 2021
- Sarah M.
Winner , South Dakota
I’ve got 2 of these and really love them. Not a complete pain to install, super easy to clean, sit up tall enough so my toddler can see out the window and they’re adjustable enough to last us years! Jul 23, 2021
- Tatiana C.
United States of America
Best car seat, very comfortable, my son enjoys it. And sleeps in it reclining makes it great. Is heavy for traveling but we still managed to travel internationally with it. Jul 10, 2021
- Lauren C.
Livonia, Michigan
We’ve been happy with this seat, straightforward installation, materials are good quality and my son seems well protected. I do wish it had a metal frame. But it has held up all the past two years! Jun 12, 2021
- Tabitha W.
Ripley, Ohio
Easy installation and comfortable. Bought for my twins at 4 months (3yrs now) and now my 3 month old. Cleaning is incredibly easy with these, my favorite part.. They are a little wide and heavy. Jun 05, 2021
This is the easiest car seat to take on and of the cover. It is slightly higher than my Diono car seat so as they get older, your kid will be tall enough to seat themselves. May 07, 2021
- Jenna V.
Grand Rapids, Michigan
Best convertible out there! Easiest install! Super plush! Convenient button to loosen straps! 9 recline settings! Zip off padding feature makes washing pad when needed a breeze! May 02, 2021
- Kim G.
United States of America
this is my absolute favorite! it may be a little on the big side, but it's so easy to install and so easy to clean! Plus, my son says it's much more comfortable than his other seat (graco 4ever) May 01, 2021
- Megan V.
Punta Gorda, Florida
Seat is very easy to install. Straps are easy to loosen and tighten. The sides are a little high, but no big deal. Love that I can easily zip cover off! Apr 27, 2021
- Stephanie K.
Milwaukee , Wisconsin
My toddler loves her seat. It is very comfortable and she can sit in it for long car rides without complaining. She can easily reach the cup holder for her beverages or toys. Mar 29, 2021
- Paula S.
Beavertown , Pennsylvania
I did extensive research before purchasing this car seat. I must say that I am extremely happy with my decision to purchase this one. Very stylish and so easy to install and adjust! Mar 24, 2021
- Mishel D.
Phoenix, Arizona
Love this! Have been using since my daughter was 6 months. She was on the larger side and I felt that she was very safe. So easy to clean and she is nice and snug. Bonus that you can use for years! Mar 03, 2021
- Emilia H.
Jordan, Minnesota
Install was very poor. We had such a tough time getting a good tight fit. We used this from birth with our second and he HATED it. I wish we had never got this set. Feb 18, 2021
- Shannon R.
Norfolk , Virginia
Love the well padded interior. Very well built. Love the bucket style with deep headwinds. Makes he feel my LO is very safe. Cinch install!!!! Does not rattle! Solid construction seat. Feb 15, 2021
- Janelle S.
Rushville, Illinois
We tired Magellan (hard to install), Graco (not well padded), Britax (only ok), and settled in this. Zip is worth the extra $ for ease of cleaning! Feb 13, 2021
- Helen R.
Sneads Ferry, North Carolina
I love this car seat. Install is very easy, my child is super comfortable in it. I love that you can extend rear facing with it and all the different recline positions. Jan 23, 2021
- Chelsea P.
Springfield Twp, Michigan
So easy to clean and daughter has been happy in it from newborn to 5. Can be difficult to get a tight fit in van, have to adjust it regularly as it tends to loosen and lean. A bit bulky. Dec 22, 2020
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Q: Has anyone used the NextFit Zip in hot weather? I am considering buying it for my LO to transition out of his carrier. I love the idea of easy removal of the cover for washing, but am concerned the zipper track and the surrounding edge of material will got hot to the touch versus the non-zip model.
asked by Christina H. - Oct 13, 2015
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Never gets all that hot here in San Francisco but I will say that I think the highly padded nature of this seat does cause it to run warm--I noticed that the back of my kid was often warm/sweaty when I pulled her out, even after relatively short rides. I wouldn't worry about the zipper per se but if you're in a very hot climate, you may want to consider a less cushy/padded seat.
Auburn D. - Oct 13, 2015
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I live in Florida, and I haven't even noticed if the zipper gets hot or not. The zipper has some threading on it, which I think would help reduce a direct touch, and the zipper is coated. The metal clasps on the belt do get hot, but I am usually able to get my daughter in the seat without her touching them.
Cherie G. - Oct 13, 2015
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We are in Houston and haven't had any trouble with the zipper
Calista T. - Oct 14, 2015
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I live in MD and it gets pretty hot here in the summer. I've not ever noticed the zipper getting hot; the metal clips get hot but not the zipper! DEFINTELY recommend this seat, it's worth it the first time they have an accident or spill the contents of a pouch all over!
Kathryn P. - Oct 14, 2015
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