How easy or difficult it is to latch/unlatch? I am looking for flexibility to use seats in multiple cars. Thanks.
2011442
it is very difficult for my kid and I. I have to buy the additional extension for the seat belt locking mechanism
2011443
It's very easy to latch and unlatch this seat due to you're using an ISOFIX system.
2011444
Super easy I can do it all on my own while watching my 3 year old and holding the baby! Multi tasking mom!
2011445
Quite simple. There are tethers in the front that tighten or loosen the anchors. And once tightened it stays in place.
2011446
It is MUCH simpler to latch and unlatch than a normal harness car seat. Also, it is not absolutely necessary to use the latch system (I believe I read this in the instructions), because the latch system is just there to keep the booster in place when a child is not sitting in it with the seat belt on.
1384985
You do not "have" to latch it. That is an option, to keep it from moving around in the vehicle, especially in case of a crash. We don't have latches either and it works fine in our vehicle.
2127981
I purchased a coupe with the armrest already installed. I didn't care for the look of it initially so I asked the dealer about taking it out and was told it was difficult and time consuming, thus expensive. After looking closely, it is apparent that at least one seat would have to be removed. I wasn't interested in doing this what with all the wiring for airbags, etc. After living with it for six months though, I love it, wouldn't we without it. My Mini is an automatic so I'm not sure I would like it if it were a manual.
509375
Yup, very simple, I've used both methods. There is a hole next to where the kids thigh would rest on the seat and you can pull the seat belt or latch system belt straight up and away from the buckle to tighten it down instead of out and to the side as you have to do on most seats. I love the design of this car seat. Feels much more secure in any system.
391660
I find it kind of cumbersome to use when switching from car to car. I can imagine having to carry through an airport. Love the seat, but it took a little bit for me to get it down to a science. If you have an infant u may want to use a cradle car seat instead.
1223586
It has latch but you can use the seat without the latch as well. The latch is not adjustable (cannot tighten them) so it is mainly there to keep the seat from moving around in the car. Hope that helps!
518830
I have an older vehicle without Latch as well the seat seems very secure using the installation described in the manual http://www.britaxusa.com/uploads/products/user-guides/122.pdf here are the install videos. http://www.britaxusa.com/car-seats/frontier-90/videos The seat is very solid and heavy. My five year old loves this car seat.
1192419
I have found that it is better if you can pull the strap straight out instead of on an angle. I think the latch only lets you loosen not tighten.
1892407
I move this car seat between two different cars every week, and it's really easy to do. It probably only takes one minutes to remove it from one car, and then one more minute to secure it in the other one.
1756476
You can use the seatbelt. Most cars LATCH systems are only supported until 40 pounds. Love this carseat!
807658
Yes this has a latch system. It is not one of the easier ones to hook and adjust, but it works well. (I think the Britax, where you adjust each side individually, is easier). You hook both sides, but only adjust on one. It has been a very good seat and my son is comfy in it.
1756472
Doesn't have to be installed with LATCH. It is a bit more difficult to install 3 across with seatbelts but do able. I mean as long as you don't mind scraped up hands :) Diono makes me easier to do this than most because you can access the belt path via a Velcro path on each side of the seat. Any other seat you would need to remove the cover to access the belt path then try putting cover back on after its installed.
1762955
I am so sorry I just looked at my email! Yes we have 2 and my husbands truck does not have latch system either. We love the seat! The only draw back is if you plan on moving it between cars....it is heavy.
83276
Yes, and britax has the best latches out there. So easy to install and uninstall. Have had to help friends with other brands and they are more difficult.
548525
its easy to move whole thing. I have never taken out just car seat and kept base in our car. I have traveled a lot with this car seat and put in different car such as taxis, mini vans etc .. Never had problem. I am not sure if they sell just base for this seat.
125130
It is extremely easy. We have one in our Audi and one in our Outback. Although she needs to fiddle a bit when getting out of the Outback, it is still a snap. GREAT seat. Very comfortable and solid and easy to use.
1659861
The LATCH system is the way it straps in to your car. Your car will have metal loops in the back part of the seat. The car seat has straps with a metal clip at the end. You snap the clip to the loops and then tighten the straps so it fits snuggly. I hope this helps!