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Small Cars Fit
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Portability
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Britax Roundabout

Evenflo Triumph

The Evenflo Triumph Advance LX is a one of the most popular convertible car seats. It meets all applicable US government safety standards, comfortable for children and affordable for parents. The seat is designed to carry infants from 2 to 35 lbs (0.9 to nearly 16 kg) in rear-facing position, and from 20 to 50 lbs (9 to 22.6 kg), and up to 50 inches tall (127 cm) in forward-facing position. The increased 50 lbs weight rating for forward-facing means that with this car seat your child gets to stay in a 5-point harness approximately 1.5 years longer than traditional car seats with a 40 lbs rating. The Seat and has some unique features, such as the Infinite Slide Harness Adjustment system, TensionRight knob to tighten harness from the side, a multi-position ReclineRight base and a fold-down cup holder on side of the seat. The seat cover can be easily removed and machine-washed.

Britax Roundabout

The Britax Roundabout Convertible car seat is top-rated by experts and owners, and is renowned for safety, comfort and convenience. It has proven itself as one of the safest car seats in the market in crash tests and car seat reviews. The seat can accommodate infants in rear-facing position from 5 to 35 lbs (2.3 to 16 kg) and forward-facing from at least one year old and 20 lb up to 40 lbs (9 to 18 kg). This seat is very easy to install and to use, and has some unique features such as a push button release LATCH system with patented Versa-Tether, push-button for easy adjustment of the front harness, tangle-free harness straps, and very convenient velcro belt holders to keep the straps to the side while getting child in and out of the seat.

Ease Of Installation

According to some reviews, it is somewhat tricky to get the Evenflo Triumph LX seat properly clipped in and tight enough. The LATCH clips themselves are the thin metal type you push with your thumb to release, as opposed to the easier to use mini seat belt style the Britax seat uses. Some users also reported the adjustment buckle for the LATCH belt being difficult to loosen.
The Britax Roundabout features premium push-button LATCH, designed to allow a quick, simple and tight installation. These premium connectors attach to the lower LATCH anchors of the vehicle, and are easily released by simply pushing a button whenever you need to remove the seat from the vehicle. According to reviews, the LATCH system connectors of the Britax Roundabout are very easy to install. The LATCH straps hold the seat very tightly in the car, and can be easily clipped in and out so the seat can be moved between cars.

Kid Weight Versatility

The Evenflo Triumph has a maximum weight rating of 50 lbs (22.6kg). This means that it will allow your child to stay in this seat in average 1.5 years longer than traditional car seats with a 40 lbs rating like the Britax Roundabout. Forward-facing, the seat can accommodate a child from 20 up to 50 lbs (9 � 22.6 kg), and up to 50 inches tall (127 cm) - which is the U.S. average weight for 7 year olds, and average height for 8 year olds.
The Britax Roundabout is suitable for kids up to 40 lbs (18kg) - which is close to the average weight for American 5 year olds. On its forward-facing position, this seat is designed to accommodate kids over one year old, from 20 lbs up to 40 lbs (9 � 18 kg). According to U.S. average weight charts this is suitable for your kids and they will be able to use the seat until they are around 5 years old.

Safety

The Evenflo Triumph LX car seat meets or exceeds all applicable U.S. safety standards. One of its key safety features is the InfiniteSlide harness system which allows you to change the harness height by sliding its tabs up and down. The TensionRignt knob also helps keeping the harness tight and snug. The EPP energy absorbing foam liner helps absorb energy to maintain proper positioning in the case of sudden or jarring movement.
The Britax Roundabout is renowned for its safety, with top performance in crash tests and top rating in car seat reviews, both by experts and owners. The Roundabout features Side Impact Protection system, which is a combination of a rigid shell, deep side walls, and energy-absorbing EPS foam that lines the shell. This system helps protect the child from side impact crash injuries, by distributing crash forces, shielding child from vehicle intrusion, and containing child's head and body in the seat. The EPS impact foam (Expanded Poly-Styrene foam) is the same material used in bicycle helmets. During a crash, the EPS foam deforms and absorbs some of the crash force energy. It diverts some of the crash force energy from the child and also forms a barrier between the child and the seat shell. The EPS foam lines the shell (including the sides), head restraints and at the lower part of the seat below the child's legs. The Roundabout also features the patented Energy-Absorbing Versa-Tether system, which anchors the top of the seat and can be used in both forward-facing and rear-facing positions. This tether system is designed to minimize movement of the seat - and the child inside it - in the event of a crash. It also helps distribute crash force energy over a larger area of the seat shell, reduce the rebound of a crash, and extend the ride down of the crash. There are also built-in lock-offs that tightly secure the vehicle seat belt.

Child Comfort

The Evenflo Triumph's cozy seat features a multi-position ReclineRight� base, a ventilated construction to keep child cool, removable body and neck pillows and a flip-down cup holder. According to reviews, although children generally feel very comfortable and fall asleep easily in the seat, it doesn't provide enough head support so the child's head can flop forward or to the side when they sleep. Also, according to some reviews, the plastic tabs at the top of the straps (used to adjust the shoulder height of the harness) can dig into the child's back or neck and may cause discomfort. Additionally, according to product instructions, you can only use one of the removable support pillows (neck or body) in the forward-facing position, not both. Reviews also criticize the removable flip-down cup holder, and say it is not very stable, breaks easily and won't hold a large sippy cup upright very well.
With a plush fabric, good padding, high-density comfort foam that gently cushions the child and both rear-facing and forward-facing recline, the Britax Roundabout offers extra comfort for your child. The seat has a deep headset area that allows comfortable sleep, keeping the child's head from flipping much forward or to the side when they are asleep in the seat. Also, the length of the crotch buckle is suitable even for chunky babies, and the extra padded crotch flap prevents the crotch straps and buckle from cutting into their thighs. According to reviews, Parents say babies fall asleep easily in the seat and kids are very comfortable and content even during long rides.

Ease of use

The Evenflo Triumph LX is a very easy to use car seat, having two main unique features: the InfiniteSlide� harness system which allows you to change the harness height without rethreading the straps, and the TensionRight� knob, which tightens harness easily from the side. To adjust the harness height, you don't need to rethread the straps through slots in the back of the seat like in other seats. Instead, all you need to do is slide the tabs of the InfiniteSlide harness system up and down. This not only saves you time but also helps you achieve proper positioning.
The downside of this system is that you actually have four preset positions, and the shoulder straps will move until they either reach one of those points or your child's shoulders. If they haven't reached one of these preset points the straps may still be a bit loose. Also, if you loosen the straps every time you take the child out of the seat, it means that you have to re-adjust the harness height every time you place your child in the seat. Some parents have reported that the tabs can dig into the skin on the neck or back of the child, which can cause discomfort.
The Britax Roundabout seat is very easy to both install and to use. It has a few superior ease-of-use features, such as the Premium push-button LATCH connectors for easy & tight installation and removal of the seat, front harness adjusters, and special Velcro belt holders. The seat has simple, easy to use, push-button to adjust or loosen the straps of the front harness, allowing for a consistently snug harness fit. The Velcro belt holders keep the harness straps to the sides while getting the child in or out of the seat.

Small Cars Fit

The Evenflo Triumph is a massive car seat, and the base of the seat is quite high. Because it takes up some space in the back seat area, it can be difficult to install it rear-facing in a smallish car. Product Dimensions: 17 x 20 x 29.5 inches.
The Britax Roundabout is compact sized, which is more suitable for vehicles with limited rear seat space. It may still be a bit too bulky for the smaller vehicles, mainly when in rear-facing position. With dimensions of 24 x 18.5 x 24.5 inches it tales up a little less space then the Evenflo Triumph.

Portability

The Evenflo Triumph weighs 21 lbs (9.5 kg) - 8 lbs (3.6 kg) heavier than the Britax Roundabout. It is also much bulkier than the Roundabout, and takes up much more space in a smaller car, or an airplane seat. It is also more difficult to install in the car, especially with the LATCH system.
Because of these reasons, the Evenflo Triumph is less travel-suitable in comparison to the Roundabout.
The Britax Roundabout weighs 13 lbs (nearly 6 kg), which is 8 lbs (3.6 kg) less than the Evenflo Triumph. It is also smaller than the Evenflo Triumph, and easier to install, even in a smallish car. The lighter weight and easy installation make the Britax Roundabout a better choice if you plan to transfer the seat between cars or take it on an airplane.

Low Cost

The Evenflo Triumph usually costs much less than the Britax.
The Britax Roundabout costs a lot more than the Evenflo Triumph.

Evenflo Triumph

Britax Roundabout

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Evenflo Triumph

Average rating: 4.5 / 5
based on 229 customer reviews
Feel factor: 16


Great seat for the price

(Score 4/5)

I bought the Triumph as an "extra" seat (for babysitters,grandparents). I have a Britax Boulevard in my minivan and my husband has a Britax Marathon in his sedan. I love the Britax seats, but they carry a hefty pricetag! I decided to buy the Triumph after reading many positive reviews on Amazon and seeing the recommendation in Consumer Reports. The seat is very user-friendly (easy to adjust) and it's not quite as gigantic as the Britax seats (the Marathon eats up my husband's whole back seat!). I didn't give it 5 stars because it doesn't seem quite as comfortable as the other cars seats I own. But all in all I would highly recommend this product, especially for the price - I paid $105 on Amazon!

Posted on: 2010-07-27
By Mom in MA
Helpful index: 100%



Tough for rear facing

(Score 4/5)

I like the way this seat fits my 6 mth old chunky man. I don't like the method of tightening and loosening the straps. Because the knobs are on the side, it is into the side of my actual passenger seat padding (I have a Honda Odyssey) and it's very difficult to tighten and loosen. We couldn't even fit it in my husband's newer Civic rear facing only because of the knobs!

I think when this seat is forward facing it will be fine, so we are dealing with it for now. Sigh.

Posted on: 2010-07-25
By Emmerz75



Must have car seat

(Score 5/5)

We absolutely love this car seat. We bought two of them so we don't have to worry about lugging them from car to car. (the biggest complaint I read was that they are too heavy) Easy to adjust, easy to install and very comfortable for our son. I have already recommended this to several people I know. Great value for what you get.

Posted on: 2010-07-14
By Jeff Payne



Just what I was looking for

(Score 5/5)

We needed a larger seat since our daughter grew out of her infant seat's weight limit. I did a lot of research and this seat was given high ratings with Consumer Reports. The price was very reasonable. I love how the shoulder strap is easily adjustable from the front, that the straps are tightened by turning a dial on the side of the seat, that the seat cover is easily removable for washing, and that there is a crumb catcher right under where the baby sits. I will be keeping this seat rear-facing as long as I can. So far, my daughter really seems comfy. You should buy this seat!

Posted on: 2010-07-08
By Diana Rager
Helpful index: 100%



Replaced First Years True Fit, so happy!

(Score 5/5)

I'll admit I have only had this car seat (the DLX model) for a few days. But it replaced my First Years True Fit, which I got rid of after a minor car accident. This seat is 1000 times better and fixed every problem I had with the True Fit

The True Fit never felt stable, was hard to get on, was hard to adjust, sat up too straight, and was hard to install. After the accident, we bought the Evenflo Triumph DLX and LOVE it.
- It's easy to install
- It feels very secure and does not wiggle one bit
- It's easy to strap him in
- It's easy to adjust the straps
- It reclines more, so his head doesn't fall over when he sleepsHe goes in and out easily.

I am so happy to have the Triumph (mine is technically the DLX), and so happy to be rid of my First Years True Fit!!

Posted on: 2010-06-29
By Charlie's mom

Britax Roundabout

Average rating: 4.5 / 5
based on 275 customer reviews
Feel factor: 18


We love this car seat!

(Score 5/5)

This is a great car seat! We bought it because it was listed on a website to fit our minivan (we previously had problems with our other car seat fitting behind the passenger seat in our van rear-facing. It is much nicer than the Alpha Omega and Gracos we own. We purchased it because one of the colors was on clearance, which made it a great value and we're hooked. I wish we could afford to replace all of our carseats with this one (we have 4, 2 in each vehicle). It is easy to install and my son loves it. Britax thought of a lot of small things that make using this car seat much easier.

Posted on: 2010-07-16
By Princess Brooklynn's Mommy



If you want a rear-facing seat for a long tim

(Score 3/5)

I am a HUGE fan of Britax. I have had my 16 month old daughter in a Marathon since she was 10 months. I am very passionate about rear-facing to the max weight. I ordered the roundabout for a trip because I thought it would be a little easier to lug around the airport than my daughters Marathon. Also we are pregnant and I figured we could use this for baby #2. When I got the seat I instantly loved it. The Onyx color looks nice..the fabric feels nice and would clean up easily. Here's the problem...my daughter is 16 months now and weighs only 22 pounds. This carseat sits rear-facing up to 35 pounds. She is only 25% for her height and she is at the max height for rear-facing in this seat. They can only sit rear-facing when there is 1 inch or more from the top of the seat to the top of their head. Sure, she can use it now, but obviously she would never make it to 35 pounds rear-facing. So basically this is a great seat, however, if you are concerned about having your child rear-facing as long as possible (which you should..type in rear-facing vs. forward facing on youtube and see the crash test results...if that doesnt convince you I dont know what will) this is not the seat for you. Go with the Marathon. My daughter has at least 4-5 inches left in her Marathon for rear-facing. Plus the marathon goes to 65 pounds forward-facing where the roundabout goes to 40. The roundabout is great for smaller cars so you have to do what you have to do. Just thought maybe this would help someone. I wish I had known this before. I returned the Roundabout to Amazon (which they are awesome with returns). I will lug her marathon on the trip and be ordering another marathon for baby #2.


Good luck with your carseat choice. Whatever you get just make sure its installed properly. Take the time to take it to a certified station where they can check your carseat installation. Also the chest clip goes at the armpits..not lower. I swear..I have yet to see any of my friends put their kids in the seat right. Its not worth it to not do it right.

Posted on: 2010-06-29
By S. Cheeseman
Helpful index: 100%



Nice convertible.

(Score 4/5)

Britax is great. The velcro on the straps is a super nice feature that I didn't realize I was missing in our other convertible. We have this rear facing, and it works much better than the other one at this also. No cup holders, which I would like.

Posted on: 2010-06-22
By J. Hora



Great Car Seat

(Score 5/5)

This car seat has been wonderful. We have only had the seat for a few months but the true test was a 20 hr drive to Florida and a 20 hr drive home. We drove straight through both ways and my daughter was super comfortable and HAPPY. She did great going both ways and the level of recline was perfect for her to get good sleep in the seat. We plan to use this with baby number two as well who will be joining us in the next 6 months.

Posted on: 2010-06-17
By Dawn M. Alexander



Very satisfied

(Score 5/5)

This product is very well reviewed, and it met all my expectations. One of the highlights is that WHEN (not if) a child falls asleep in this their head doesn't slump foreward. It is extremely easy to install and tightens best when putting your adult weight into it with a knee in the seat. I wish it came w/ a cup holder, but there are probably suitable aftermarket add-ons that would work just fine.

Posted on: 2010-06-07
By R. LaRock

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