Chicco Fit2 35 lbs Infant & Toddler Car Seat - Venture (Grey)

Regular pricing was around $**** on the brands website as well as the main competitors but I found it on Walmart for $****! Came right on time as expected, as well as delivered right in the morning so I wasn't waiting all day.

I know it's a quality product which is reason for purchase. I could have purchased elsewhere for cheaper but Walmart had instant access.

This seat looks so nice and upscale. It is comfortable for baby and I love how long this seat can be used. Not too heavy. Just all around a great seat. Easy to adjust straps as well which is a huge benefit.

Its the third car seat ive bought for a grandchild due to quality and ease to fit in car. As a maternity RN, Chicco is a trusted brand and the brand I see used to take babies home.

Started using Chicco in 2019. This time around we decided on a different brand of car seat due to the weight of the car seat itself but we just weren't happy with it. We ended up purchasing Chicco again and were just so much happier with how baby fits and sits in the seat. It's a bit heavier than what we originally had but we're much happier.

Background My name is Melissa and I'm and elementary school teacher with two daughters, ages 2.5 and 9 months. A Chicco Keyfit30 was my first carseat purchase in 2013. Until last week when I received the Fit2, my second-born, 9 month old, was using the Keyfit as well. We also use a KeyFit Caddy and love the functionality. Many parents hit the 9-12 month stage and dread giving up the infant seat. The ease of “clicking” a sleeping baby in and out of a carrier is a function that busy moms have a hard time giving up. A quick trip to the grocery store with an infant carrier and caddy is much different than the current “next” seat options (rear to forward facing). I was beyond thrilled to learn that the Fit2 would serve as the best of the both worlds. My 90th percentile baby could have more legroom and a seat with higher weight limits, but my KeyFit caddy could still be used! Way to go, Chicco! Aesthetics When first taking the Fit2 out of the box, I “ooohed” and “ahhhed” like Christmas morning. The canopy fabric reminded me of fresh quick-dry workout clothes and the sleek black material was just waiting for my daughters to inevitably dump juice and snacks on it. I LOVED the grey pattern print of the infant pad and head cushion, but was sad when I realized that my 9 month old didn't need these extra pieces and the beauty of the seat would be transformed back to solid black. I sat there talking out loud to myself saying, “Jeesh! Why couldn't those fabrics be reversed?” Quality Ahh, yes! Welcome home, Chicco! Right away I was reminded of the quality of Chicco that seems, in my opinion, to be unmatched. Feelings of security emanate from the seat and it's clear that no shortcuts were taken. I was, however, disappointed in the change of fabric in the shoulder pads. While I LOVE that they can be removed and cleaned, they don't feel as durable as my current KeyFit 30 pads. The leg loop straps, on the other hand, received a wonderful make-over and an upgrade with the Fit2! I was so happy to see the extra padding surrounding the belts. In addition, the cushion on the center buckle appears to be more padded and durable. Ease of installation My husband will be the first to tell you that I've never once installed any of our car seats. A few failed attempts with former seats left me feeling defeated and frustrated in the past. There's a stigma, I feel, that comes with the importance of proper installation and I've never enjoyed the pressure or difficulty level of this task. I've sought the help of policemen/firefighters in the past to help me install and ease my mind. I decided that after nearly three years, it was my turn to try it out on my own! The Fit2 manual was easy to follow and I enjoyed the clear labels on the base. It was uncomplicated for me to discern that my daughter fit into the “toddler” stage of the base and I set out to find the “latch system!” The levels on the side gave me confidence and made me feel like I had done it right. Unlike many “second” seats, I love that I was simply installing the base rather than tackling the entire seat. With pride and a smile, I marched back into my house and made everyone come inspect and congratulate my installation skills. I am confident that I could repeat this in any car with ease. Functionality Car seat shopping is something that I don't take lightly. Wanting to keep my daughters safe yet choosing seats that fit our car and our budget can be a struggle. Since I currently own the KeyFit30, it is unlikely that I would have purchased the Fit2 as our second seat. The age limit is 2 years and since my daughter would only have this new seat for about a year, it is unlikely that I would have chosen this as her next seat simply due to the lifespan of use. The Fit2 is PERFECT for a baby's first seat that can stick with them (and their caddy) until age 2. However, I feel like the market for “current Chicco infant seat owners” is fleeting for this model. I love that the base quickly transforms to toddler stage and can easily latch into my car. My Keyfit Caddy can come out of retirement and accommodate this seat even though my baby is no longer an infant. The best of both worlds has finally arrived!

Our 11-12 month old had hated being in the car because he could not see anything. By putting him on this new carseat with the stage 2 setting he was able to see out, see his brother, and the long car rides for the holidays were actually decently pleasant! It was a breeze to install (took at max 10 minutes) and the strap/height adjustment is easy and doesn't require taking anything apart. The hood is thicker and goes down farther for much more sun coverage. The clips are a little different to get used to but I actually prefer them now. The only thing is that it is slightly bigger than the original KeyFit so carrying it around with baby inside is a little more awkward at first.

I love this carseat. I do wish you can order infant seat position replacement though. Im not a dan of after market items.. however the seat has gone through 2 babys about to be 3. Its very versatile you can pretty much use it, in any stroller with the correct adapter. Babes always look comfortable, and all my babes have so far been car babes specially in this seat. The only thing you need to be prepared for is its heavy. 20lb seat with a toddler in one arm and your 20lb but 40lb with carseat babe. You get some arms of steal after a good year of use.

Used for my twins from 5 lbs to 2 years old and loved it! Easy install, easy to wash, fit well side by side (as we needed on a bench seat for 3rd row access in my sequioa) and so convenient for moving if they fell asleep. Used with several stroller systems. Would highly recommend for twins especially! I'm a mother of 8 and my other six had other brand infant seats (G, B, E) and these are by far my favorite!

I love the car seat but the canopy is terrible quality. It's very floppy because the fabric isn't stiff enough. I bought the same car seat a few years back for my first and the quality then was second to none. Sad to see it's not what it used to be.