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We love our Diono Radian for our Toddler! The ratchet system to tighten them in is spectacular. (Feb 09, 2017)
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- Lisa R.
Heathsville, Virginia
Love all Diono carseats. Safe, high quality, and slim for 3 across installs. Dec 22, 2022
- Crystal G.
Ward, Arkansas
Works great for small cars and trying to get 3 car seats across. It is very heavy so not good if you have to switch cars often. Apr 01, 2021
- Rachel D.
Nashville , Tennessee
Love Diono, these car seats are designed in seattle and made with a steel frame. Because they are narrow they will fit 3 across in the back seat which is amazing. These also fit in an airplane seat. Apr 17, 2020
- Alee C.
Papillion, Nebraska
Great car seats! I drive a corolla and need to fit three kids across the back seat. This is the only way! Jan 01, 2020
- Emily M.
Laurel, Mississippi
While this seat is narrow and I did love the low sides when my son was rear facing, the forward facing install was impossible in my vehicle. There manual is confusing - it's not a user friendly seat. Oct 18, 2019
- Linh G.
Garden Grove, California
This is by far the best seat transitioning my son from an infant seat to toddler seat. super easy to install. Sep 18, 2019
- Michelle P.
Debary, Florida
This seat is extremely heavy. I personally feel that unless your child can sit correctly, even with the five point harness, their head will flop if they fall alseep. Mar 27, 2018
- Kelby R.
Lawrence, Kansas
PERFECT! Not as bulky or wide as other seats so my kids can fit 3 across! Comfortable and will work facing backward from very young until preschool, and forward from 2 and up! Highly Recommend! Jan 17, 2018
- Jennifer S.
Groveland, Florida
I have 2 of these for my toddlers because they are space saving and sturdy. The only downside is how heavy they are but since they sit in the car most of the time it doesn't matter much. Nov 30, 2017
- Hilary R.
Chandler, Arizona
Best carseat evah! Infamous for being able to fit 3 together in the car. It's super easy to get baby or toddler in and out without struggling. The chest clip is thick and easy to clip and unclip Nov 11, 2017
- Brianna M.
Dodge City, Kansas
Diono is by far the best car seat! It's built to last and comfortable! This one is slim and can fit 3 in a row perfectly! Sep 23, 2017
- Jenn P.
Palmdale, California
I have two of these seats, they are perfect! The only car seat I could find for a compact car that would fit three across. Added bonus, they have a very high safety rating which makes me even happier. Aug 15, 2017
- Emily C.
Vincennes, Indiana
I feel like the seat belt holders are useless. They do not position on my lo properly and would cause more harm in a accident. I switched the seat out and will use as a 3 point harness Jun 22, 2017
- Long N.
United States of America
Narrow and metal frame. Peace of mind. Heavy though May 15, 2017
- Courtney C.
Brattleboro, Vermont
Love this seat! Makes getting three car seats across possible! My 4.5 year old loves his seat and says how comy it is. Feb 22, 2017
- Ashley H.
United States of America
I love how narrow this seat is. We are planning to have three car seats across, so that was a big consideration. It's quite heavy, and a bit harder to install than some seats, but working ok so far. Oct 05, 2016
- Rachel S.
Los Angeles, California
This was a tough transition from infant seat because it has few head and neck supports. Also, it was tough to fit rear facing in my small hatchback. However, it has such a long life ahead as booster! Jun 06, 2016
- Breana G.
Omaha, Nebraska
Goes from an infant seat to booster seat and is narrow enough to fit 3 across. Feb 02, 2016
- Stephanie .
United States of America
We bought this for my middle son when he outgrew his infant seat. He was 3years 1 month before he outgrew RF. He is 5 now and is still harnessed. Love keeping him safe! Jan 26, 2016
- Brooke E.
Kaysville, Utah
I love that this is a narrow car seat and my child can use up too 100lbs.! Its like the one and done car seat. No need to buy a convertible and then a booster this is it. Nov 23, 2015
- Kristen T.
Las Vegas, Ohio
lets us put 3 carseats in a row Jul 13, 2015
- Emily S.
Seattle, Washington
Love that there is lots of room for her legs rear facing. Make sure to get the angle adjuster for rear facing use unless you have a huge car. Straps tend to get twisted more than with the britax. Nov 06, 2014
- Vanessa S.
United States of America
Love this seat! It takes up very little room and is so sturdy! Yes, it is heavy, yes is takes some work installing, but I would buy it again and again! Aug 21, 2014
This car seat is great! The straps are wide and thick enough that, even when the pads are off, they don't dig into our daughter's shoulders. She really enjoys her big girl seat. Jul 28, 2014
fits three across, very sturdy, folds up, grows with child. love it! Jul 24, 2014
- Alexa D.
Palm Bay, Florida
I love this carseat. It's not very "cute" but it's so nice and skinny! Now I just need the incline adjuster.... Jan 30, 2014
- Divia E.
San Francisco, California
It ended up being pretty tight in our Honda Civic without the angle adjustor, but I like how our daughter can get in and out, and she seems pretty comfortable. Nov 07, 2013
- Jessica L.
Walnut Creek, California
Love how narrow this seat is, but still very sturdy and heavy. Oct 29, 2013
Love this seat. It is compact and the seat folds into itself for travel, which was a huge asset for us...renting low quality car seats for top dollar has been discouraging on previous travels! Oct 16, 2013
- Kaite H.
Denver, Colorado
We have this for our older son. It's awesome. Great fit in our honda accord. Sep 30, 2013
A friend in the crash test business told me this was the best seat. Engineers from Graco etc moved on b/c they were tired of being told to make seats lighter, less expensive (= lower quality). They are crash tested at higher speeds. Made from steel Feb 08, 2013
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- Roberta L.
Milton, Florida
I only say neutral because I don’t hate it but I don’t love it. It is thinner so more car seats can fit on one row. All the cloths come off so it can be washed. Easy to put back on. BUT IT IS SO HEAVY Dec 26, 2022
- Amelia H.
Jacksonville, Florida
The best car seat when you have to have 3 in the backseat. It’s a heavy car seat and has a lot of safety features. Once out of an infant seat my son started using and now he is using as a booster. Sep 10, 2022
- jennifer b.
orlando, Florida
Sides are low so its easy to get into the seat. Narrow so leaves a lot of room in back seat. Wish it was easier to adjust straps/ wash cover Sep 10, 2019
- Devan B.
Puyallup, Washington
My daughter loves that this is pink! She felt special having her own colored seat. The only downside is she hates the cushioned strap covers. Aug 20, 2019
- Michelle H.
Piqua, Ohio
Multiple adults tried to install this rear facing in multiple vehicles including a certified tech and could not get a tight install. Customer service was awful as well. Jul 29, 2018
- Secretly Expecting
Leona , Kansas
Basic model made by diono. Shows stains easily. Instal is difficult in some situations especially rear facing. Harnesses for an extended time both rear and forward facing. Hard to use for newborn. May 26, 2017
- Kristyn C.
Erie, Pennsylvania
We love our Diono Radian for our Toddler! The ratchet system to tighten them in is spectacular. Feb 09, 2017
Great car seat! Very narrow which will allow you to have three carseats in the back seat. I have fit two graco snug rides and the Diono in the back seat of my Volvo SUV. Jan 22, 2013
More Parents' Reviews-
- Lisa R.
Heathsville, Virginia
Love all Diono carseats. Safe, high quality, and slim for 3 across installs. Dec 22, 2022
- Crystal G.
Ward, Arkansas
Works great for small cars and trying to get 3 car seats across. It is very heavy so not good if you have to switch cars often. Apr 01, 2021
- Rachel D.
Nashville , Tennessee
Love Diono, these car seats are designed in seattle and made with a steel frame. Because they are narrow they will fit 3 across in the back seat which is amazing. These also fit in an airplane seat. Apr 17, 2020
- Alee C.
Papillion, Nebraska
Great car seats! I drive a corolla and need to fit three kids across the back seat. This is the only way! Jan 01, 2020
- Emily M.
Laurel, Mississippi
While this seat is narrow and I did love the low sides when my son was rear facing, the forward facing install was impossible in my vehicle. There manual is confusing - it's not a user friendly seat. Oct 18, 2019
- Linh G.
Garden Grove, California
This is by far the best seat transitioning my son from an infant seat to toddler seat. super easy to install. Sep 18, 2019
- Michelle P.
Debary, Florida
This seat is extremely heavy. I personally feel that unless your child can sit correctly, even with the five point harness, their head will flop if they fall alseep. Mar 27, 2018
- Kelby R.
Lawrence, Kansas
PERFECT! Not as bulky or wide as other seats so my kids can fit 3 across! Comfortable and will work facing backward from very young until preschool, and forward from 2 and up! Highly Recommend! Jan 17, 2018
- Jennifer S.
Groveland, Florida
I have 2 of these for my toddlers because they are space saving and sturdy. The only downside is how heavy they are but since they sit in the car most of the time it doesn't matter much. Nov 30, 2017
- Hilary R.
Chandler, Arizona
Best carseat evah! Infamous for being able to fit 3 together in the car. It's super easy to get baby or toddler in and out without struggling. The chest clip is thick and easy to clip and unclip Nov 11, 2017
- Brianna M.
Dodge City, Kansas
Diono is by far the best car seat! It's built to last and comfortable! This one is slim and can fit 3 in a row perfectly! Sep 23, 2017
- Jenn P.
Palmdale, California
I have two of these seats, they are perfect! The only car seat I could find for a compact car that would fit three across. Added bonus, they have a very high safety rating which makes me even happier. Aug 15, 2017
- Emily C.
Vincennes, Indiana
I feel like the seat belt holders are useless. They do not position on my lo properly and would cause more harm in a accident. I switched the seat out and will use as a 3 point harness Jun 22, 2017
- Long N.
United States of America
Narrow and metal frame. Peace of mind. Heavy though May 15, 2017
- Courtney C.
Brattleboro, Vermont
Love this seat! Makes getting three car seats across possible! My 4.5 year old loves his seat and says how comy it is. Feb 22, 2017
- Ashley H.
United States of America
I love how narrow this seat is. We are planning to have three car seats across, so that was a big consideration. It's quite heavy, and a bit harder to install than some seats, but working ok so far. Oct 05, 2016
- Rachel S.
Los Angeles, California
This was a tough transition from infant seat because it has few head and neck supports. Also, it was tough to fit rear facing in my small hatchback. However, it has such a long life ahead as booster! Jun 06, 2016
- Breana G.
Omaha, Nebraska
Goes from an infant seat to booster seat and is narrow enough to fit 3 across. Feb 02, 2016
- Stephanie .
United States of America
We bought this for my middle son when he outgrew his infant seat. He was 3years 1 month before he outgrew RF. He is 5 now and is still harnessed. Love keeping him safe! Jan 26, 2016
- Brooke E.
Kaysville, Utah
I love that this is a narrow car seat and my child can use up too 100lbs.! Its like the one and done car seat. No need to buy a convertible and then a booster this is it. Nov 23, 2015
- Kristen T.
Las Vegas, Ohio
lets us put 3 carseats in a row Jul 13, 2015
- Emily S.
Seattle, Washington
Love that there is lots of room for her legs rear facing. Make sure to get the angle adjuster for rear facing use unless you have a huge car. Straps tend to get twisted more than with the britax. Nov 06, 2014
- Vanessa S.
United States of America
Love this seat! It takes up very little room and is so sturdy! Yes, it is heavy, yes is takes some work installing, but I would buy it again and again! Aug 21, 2014
This car seat is great! The straps are wide and thick enough that, even when the pads are off, they don't dig into our daughter's shoulders. She really enjoys her big girl seat. Jul 28, 2014
fits three across, very sturdy, folds up, grows with child. love it! Jul 24, 2014
- Alexa D.
Palm Bay, Florida
I love this carseat. It's not very "cute" but it's so nice and skinny! Now I just need the incline adjuster.... Jan 30, 2014
- Divia E.
San Francisco, California
It ended up being pretty tight in our Honda Civic without the angle adjustor, but I like how our daughter can get in and out, and she seems pretty comfortable. Nov 07, 2013
- Jessica L.
Walnut Creek, California
Love how narrow this seat is, but still very sturdy and heavy. Oct 29, 2013
Love this seat. It is compact and the seat folds into itself for travel, which was a huge asset for us...renting low quality car seats for top dollar has been discouraging on previous travels! Oct 16, 2013
- Kaite H.
Denver, Colorado
We have this for our older son. It's awesome. Great fit in our honda accord. Sep 30, 2013
A friend in the crash test business told me this was the best seat. Engineers from Graco etc moved on b/c they were tired of being told to make seats lighter, less expensive (= lower quality). They are crash tested at higher speeds. Made from steel Feb 08, 2013
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