Rated 4 out of
5
by
Elise626 from
Good quality but a bit bulky
With three kids under 5, we knew we wanted a car seat that can grow with the kids rather than buying multiple different seats and boosters. This car seat is perfect for this, and I love that it goes all the way up to a backless booster!
The car seat itself is great quality and has some very nice, unique features. The extending panel for more foot space is perfect for keeping your kids rear facing for as long as possible. The seatbelt holders work great for storing the seat buckles while not in use, and having two cup holders is a nice feature as well. The straps loosen and tighten smoothly, and the release button is in an easy to reach spot.
The box states that the seat installs in under a minute, yet we had quite a hard time with installation. The seat is quite heavy and bulky as well, and doesn’t fit well even in our minivan. Overall, it is a great quality seat with some excellent features but may not be the best car seat for everyone due to size. I received this product from Stellar product panel in exchange for an honest review.
Date published: 2021-10-01
Rated 4 out of
5
by
Anonymous from
The Graco Premier 4Ever DLX Extend2Fit SnugLock
Thank you so much Stellar Product Testing Panel for the Graco Premier 4Ever DLX Extend2Fit SnugLock car seat!
I have 3 kids and we’ve always used Britax branded car seats since 2013 due to their strong reputation for crash safety protection. I am super excited to get the opportunity to test the Graco Premier 4Ever DLX Extend2Fit SnugLock car seat!!!
The Graco Premier 4Ever DLX Extend2Fit SnugLock car seat was well packaged out of the box and came with a quick start guide booklet and owner’s manual book. I looked through the quick start guide on how to install the car seat. The Graco installation is different from what I’m used to. In my other car seats, both sides of the LATCH anchors need to be tightened. But with the Graco Premier 4Ever DLX Extend2Fit SnugLock, you only tighten one LATCH anchor side and the snug lock (under the seat cushion) does the rest.
Let’s review the PRO’s of The Graco Premier 4Ever DLX Extend2Fit SnugLock:
1. Lighter weight, compared to my previous car seat (Britax Advocate)
2. Leather brown trim, two cup holders, light gray fabric and white stitching give the car seat a nice high-end look
3. SnugLock functionality makes the seat easy to install and secure
4. Seat can easily recline without any hassle and I can to take my son in and out of the car seat easily in the rear facing position without straining, like I do with my old car seat.
5. My son has much more leg room in this seat’s rear-facing setup, than he did with his previous seat
Now that I have covered all the great aspect of the Graco Premier 4Ever DLX Extend2Fit SnugLock. It’s time to cover the CON’s of the care seat:
1. The front lower buckle is too snug. I had a very difficult time trying to buckle my son into the car seat. Even after moving the buckle to the bigger child position, I am still struggling to buckle him in and I have to make sure I am not pinching his inner thigh.
2. There is no cushion underneath the fabric to help keep the child comfortable. This may help to make the body lightweight but I’m concerned for my child’s comfort on long road trips
3. There is no side protection to absorb energy in the event of a side impact collision. This was one of the deciding factors when picking our previous Britax seats.
4. I wish Graco would have put a seat level gauge on BOTH sides of the car seat. It is only on ONE. When I installed the seat on the driver side (so my other kids can exit the passenger side for school drop off), I could not see the level to determine if the car seat was level since it was located on the opposite side.
Overall, the Graco Premier 4Ever DLX Extend2Fit SnugLock is a nice car seat, but I think there is room for some improvements: more cushioning to seat fabric for child comfort and additional side energy absorption to help protect a child in the event of a side impact accident.
Date published: 2021-10-01
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Anonymous from
Luxurious and premium seat provides peace of mind
I've used a variety of Graco car seat solutions. I've had the 4ever, 4ever extend2fit models. This particular model feels like the Cadillac of car seats. The cushions have a premium softness to them, and they really convey a sense of security due to how substantial they feel. I trust my child will be well protected in the car seat.
The anti-rebound bar is a fantastic edition. I recommend searching youtube for a video on how anti-rebound technology works to fully understand the benefit. It's a no brainer in terms of additional safety provided to your child.
This car seat also comes with the extendable panel for extra leg room. My daughter is particularly tall for her age, and we really want to keep her rear-facing for as long as possible (it's safer to be rear facing in the car). Being able to keep her rear facing for a longer period of time is a really great benefit of this seat.
Installation is a breeze as usual, you can use the latch system or the seat belt system. Very simple for anyone with a few minutes to watch a youtube video.
I received this product as part of the Stellar Product Testing Panel.
Date published: 2021-10-01
Rated 5 out of
5
by
George0981 from
The best carseat on the market
I am so in love with this carseat! Upon unboxing the carseat I loved the quilted fabric! The carseat is sturdy and felt like it would be super comfortable for my baby. My husband and I installed the carseat and it literally took less than 5 minutes. The snuglock gets the carseat so tight that there is no side to side motion even though up to an inch is allowed at the base! My daughter has always hated being in the carseat, she fussed when I was getting the straps adjusted properly but then within 5 minutes she was sound asleep! This is crazy considering she usually gets hysterical in the car and it takes her awhile to get calmed down enough to fall asleep. We don't need the extend to fit feature yet because she is so small but I'm looking forward to this being the only carseat she will need as it converts to forward facing, high back booster then a traditional booster seat. I love that this model has an anti rebound bar as alot of carseats do not even have this as an option.
Thank you to the stellar product testing panel for providing me this product!
Date published: 2021-10-01
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Tsini from
Best car seat ever
A car seat that grows with your child?! Yes please. Rather then having infant car seats, toddler boosters, and big kid boosters all tucked away in storage. One of these car seats will be your kid the entire time. I recieved this product as part of the Stellar Product testing panel and was not disappointed. The design of the carseat is actually very nice too with durable fabrics. And most importantly, its very safe for our little one. For years to come! All the features are wonderful. Versatility? Check! Safety? Check! Cute design? Check!
Date published: 2021-09-30
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Jenn from
Graco Premier 4Ever Car Seat
Thanks to the Stellar Product Testing Panel for providing me with the Graco Premier 4ever DLX Extend2Fit Snuglock featuring Anti-Rebound Bar car seat (Midtown Fashion color) so that I could test out this great product for our daughter.
First off, I really like the quilted pattern on the fabric of the car seat. It’s stylish against the black leather in our car. The cushions were soft and comfortable. For moms like me, the best feature is that the fabric is removable and washable. All parents know that the car seat never stays clean. The car seat comes with the infant body and head support inserts which I didn’t need to use at this moment, because our daughter is now a toddler. It’s great that the car seat will support weight as low as 4 lbs. Some convertible car seats in the market have a minimum weight limit of 5 lbs. The Graco Premier car seat also turns into a booster, which will hold up to 120 lbs. So it’s nice to know you’re getting longevity with the product especially since the expiration is ten years.
Installation was extremely easy. My husband installed the car seat within minutes with the LATCH system and the Snuglock feature. The LATCH system connects to the car and the Snuglock easily snaps down to secure the seat belt into place. The headrest was also extremely easy to adjust to her correct height. There’s just one button at the top and you just have to hold it and pull or push it back down.
Our daughter was excited to try out the new car seat. She sits in it comfortably with a lot of wiggle room. The seat doesn’t hug her as much as other car seats I have tried. She really likes the placement of the cup holders. She wanted to place her stuffed bunny into the cup holders. Our previous car seat had cup holders on the outside of her seat, which is a little hard for her to reach.
The Extend2Fit feature is an added bonus. When I placed her in the car seat, I didn’t really need to extend the leg area yet, but I did test it before installing it, and it gives your child 5 more inches of legroom. Her previous car seat, she seemed to be a little curled in it, but with this Graco Premier car seat, we didn’t need to extend the legroom just yet. Since we want to keep her rear-facing a lot longer, therefore, it’s reassuring to know that we can extend the car seat bottom to give her more legroom.
Another thing I liked about the bottom of the car seat was the benefits of the anti-rebound bar. It is a relief to know that the Graco Premier car seat has an extra safety feature in their car seat. Having the anti-rebound bar does make the car seat more bulky, but I’d never trade in looks for safety. I rather have peace of mind knowing that the anti-rebound bar will limit rotation of the seat and protect my child during a collision.
Another feature we like is that the harness release button is under the seat cushion, so that your child can’t press the button to release tension in the straps. Our daughter is currently learning to buckle and unbuckle things, so it’s pleasant to know that the harness release button is located at the bottom of the seat, hidden from the child using the car seat.
What I didn’t like was that the chest clip was a little hard to unbuckle. I have tendinitis and sometimes, it’s a little hard to deal with fine motor movements, like pressing things. I assume it’s hard to unbuckle so that your child can’t easily unbuckle their own harness, but I find this chest clip a little bit stiffer than the previous car seat we have.
Overall, the Graco Premier car seat is really stylish, long lasting, and safe. I love that the minimum weight limit starts at 4 pounds and it has extendable leg rest that allows for our daughter to be comfortable while staying in the rear-facing position as long as possible. The anti-rebound bar puts my mind at ease knowing there’s an additional safety feature for our daughter.
Date published: 2021-09-30
Rated 5 out of
5
by
K8lin192 from
Great seat to last years
I received this car seat fir free for my honest opinion from Stellar Product Testing Panel. This car seat is an excellent choice. It should last a child from birth until they are 9+ years old, I love the fabric, that it has cup holders and the longevity of the seat. It was the easiest car seat to install (I am a mom of 4 kids and have installed many car seats). I used the car seat belt to install rear facing and then again forward having and was easily able to get a secure install very quickly.
The car seat is a bit heavy but not too bulky. Big bonus is the dual cup holders.
Date published: 2021-09-29
Rated 5 out of
5
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Ashleygibney from
Great seat
This car seat is amazing! The installation was a breeze with the snug lock bar. I the seat is very compact front to back so my friend who is 6’4 can sit with the seat all the way back. The rebound bar and extension panel are both amazing features. The added leg room is great for extended rear facing. The fabric is extremely high quality and provides a great amount of cushioning. I will definitely be buying a second seat for my other child. I attached a picture of my 18 month old helping me install the cup holders. He loves the seat! I received the product as part of the Stellar Product Testing Panel.
Date published: 2021-09-29
Rated 4 out of
5
by
Derrick from
Great Seat for Large Infants and Toddlers
This is a great seat, the fabric and overall look are super luxurious, and my son loves it. The seat is made safely (Hello Rebound bar), but it has the look and feel of a cloud.
I have a large two-year-old, he's close to 40lbs, and he not only fit into the seat but had room and didn't look stuffed inside. The seat is long and well-appointed enough to fit nicely in our Suburban. I am happy that my son can stay rear-facing longer and have extra legroom with the leg panel when needed.
The harness grippers on the side are fantastic and really help when I'm in a hurry. The seat sits higher, and the covers remove quite easily for clean-up. The seat is so big that it's the last seat we will ever need. I received this seat from the Stellar Product Testing Panel, but I would have purchased it if I hadn't. My wife is the car seat guru, but now she wants one for her car.
Date published: 2021-09-28
Rated 5 out of
5
by
JasonY from
The one and only carseat you will need
The Graco® Premier 4Ever® DLX Extend2Fit® SnugLock® featuring Anti-Rebound Bar is a 10 year long lasting carseat! This carseat can be used from newborns and transforms as the child grows. There is plenty of leg room to keep the child comfortable and rear facing longer. There are several reclining positions to adjust the seat as needed for proper support. One of the best things about this carseat is you do not have to take it apart to adjust the harness straps. To make adjustments to the harness straps you just raise the headrest and the harness straps will move up. On the chest is easy to clip buckles that can be undown with one hand. There are two cup holders for holding snacks and drinks. As the child grows the cushion insert can be removed to help you child sit properly. The fabric can be quickly removed for washing and easily put back together within minutes. This carseat is soft and comfortable and has kept my daughter happy on all our car rides! This is the one and only car seat we will ever need because as my child gets older and bigger we can adjust this carseat to fit her properly. Thanks to the Stellar Product Testing Panel for providing me with this infant car seat.
Date published: 2021-09-28
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Sali from
Another Graco Winner
I would like to thank the Stellar Product Testing Panel for gifting us this car seat. We have owned several car seats with our older child who is now a tween. This car seat is for our new baby, who is almost four months old. I just loved it when it came out of the box! The material is luxurious and stylish. It is well built and comfortable for our baby and I love the fact that he will grow easily with this car seat and I won’t have to purchase another. The rebound bar helps to secure the seat even more and gives me an extra sense of security. We love Graco products and this is another winner!
Date published: 2021-09-27
Rated 4 out of
5
by
Katie23 from
Really easy to use
This is my third child and I’ve never had a seat that I could put in and out of my car. This is so easy! My daughter is over 2 and I thought I would have to turn her forward facing but this still works great rear facing with plenty of room for her legs! My one gripe is that I wish It came in a more fun color! It sits nicely on the seat of my car and my daughter seems very comfortable in it. So excited that I won’t have to buy 10 more seats as she gets bigger, this one can do it all.
Thank you to the Stellar Product Testing Panel for providing me with this infant car seat.
Date published: 2021-09-27
Rated 4 out of
5
by
MeganMI from
Amazing but not so different from older models
I received this product free from the Stellar Product Testing Panel in exchange for my honest review. This carseat looks so luxurious and the materials are beautiful! I tried it rear-facing with my 18 month old first for a few days and it fit great in my SUV captain seats. He seemed comfortable and had so much leg room despite being at the top of the growth chart for height. After a few days, I switched it to forward facing and used it with my 3.5 year old. There was definitely room for him to sit rear-facing as well, but he gets carsick easily when rear facing. He loves this carseat and says its more comfortable and not "so sweaty" like his old carseat. He also loves that the cupholders are round (finally!) and actually fit his cups and water bottles.
I am so excited that this carseat can stick with us until my kids no longer need a carseat since it also becomes a backless booster. I also really appreciate that there are so many ways to safely install this carseat in any vehicle. The large pull handle on the belt you pull to tighten it down is amazing and let me get this seat so snug in both front and rear facing positions! I also love how easy it is to remove the cover if it needs to be washed, though so far the material has been easy to wipe down without needing to get a full wash.
The only con I see with this carseat is the price point. Both of my kids are already in Graco Extend2Fit carseats, so we are familiar with their features and characteristics. Although this seat has some updates, including a beautiful and breathable new material, new shaped cupholders, and more convenient installation options, I was shocked to see how much more this product costs than the other models of this same brand. If I were a new parent buying their first convertible carseat I'm sure I would be absolutely impressed and love this carseat. But as a mom who has been through a few carseats, I didn't see enough changes in this new model to justify such a big price jump. However, it truly can be a one-and-done carseat as long as the material holds up for that long (which it likely will!)
Date published: 2021-09-27
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Kahree47 from
Lots to love about this car seat
There’s so much to love about this car seat! It has tons of safety features but that’s not what sets this seat apart. It fits really nicely in my mid size suv, I can still fit 3 kiddos in the back. I love that I won’t need to buy another car seat for my daughter, this one allows her to be rear facing much longer than most and will transition to front facing then a booster when she’s ready. And in 5 years this seat will still look great because the lining is so easy to take off and clean.
My daughter loves the seat because it’s low enough that she can climb in on her own. It makes her feel like a big girl. She also loves the cup holders, one for snacks and one for her nook.
All that’s great but hands down my favorite feature is how easily the straps loosen and tighten. I keep my nails long and with some car seats it’s impossible to reach the button and loosen the strap. It may seem like a trivial benefit but it makes all the difference in the world at the end of a long day when you need to get your kiddo into the car without a struggle.
I am so happy I was chosen by Stellar Reviews to review this product. It’s definitely a 5 out of 5!
Date published: 2021-09-26
Rated 4 out of
5
by
JSBS from
Perfect second seat
This is a great car seat for anyone who is looking for an affordable middle of the road seat to fill a large age range. The pros: the most important factor in a car seat is safety, and I feel very safe using this seat. There are a couple features that set it apart from other convertible seats. The anti-rebound bar and the extra legroom are really awesome and unique features that are so important to keep my toddler rear-facing as long as possible. It’s easy enough to get in and out of while still rear-facing and fits in a pick up truck. Easy to install and lock off. Very heavy, which I see as a pro, but others might find this a con. There are slots for the buckles to stay out of the way. The cons: It’s a little less adjustable than some other seats that we’ve tried. The crotch buckle lays a little high right now, but the closer slot is too tight. And for the shoulder straps to lay at the right height, the head pads are a bit high. The seat is also slightly narrow at the foot due to the location of the cup holders and they’re a bit far for a younger child to reach, both things that my kid mentioned. However, most of these issues prob rectify themselves with a little growing. We had a little extra to spend on a car seat, so for our primary seat we chose a diff one with some upgraded finishings, but happily and confidently use this seat as our second seat in my husband’s truck. I feel it’s much better than some of the more basic options out there and would have purchased this same seat even if we had not had the pleasure of reviewing it for the Stellar Product Testing Panel.
Date published: 2021-09-26
Rated 4 out of
5
by
Kescia1210 from
Adorable higher end car seat
I received this item from the Stellar Product Testing Panel.
The Graco Premier 4Ever Deluxe has some nice updated features. The ability to give the child more legroom is awesome so they can stay rear facing longer. The anti rebound bar seems like a great idea. Of course I did not test it out by having an accident, but it does seem like it wouldn’t allow the car seat to move as much. I also love the easy install using the car seatbelt- no more struggling to tighten the straps.
The design is beautiful and modern. My only concern is that the lighter colors show stains easily.
The car seat fits nicely in my Highlander, but may be difficult to fit into smaller vehicles.
Overall, I would recommend this car seat because it is cute, looks comfortable, and has nice safety features. It also changes with your child, which means it will be a much better bang for your buck.
Date published: 2021-09-25
Rated 5 out of
5
by
LodisLoves from
Safe and Convenient
I love our new Graco® Premier 4Ever® DLX Extend2Fit® SnugLock® featuring Anti-Rebound Bar! The car seat has so many perks! I have used it with both my 13 month old and my 2.5 year old; and since it provides 10 years in one seat, I will have it for a long time.
My favorite feature about the car seat is how easy it is to install. I always worry I might not install a car seat properly, but this is goof proof. Although convenience is great, of course, safety is always my first concern, so I love that the car seat offers the anti-rebound bar. I am a strong advocate for my kids staying in a rear-facing position for as long as possible. At the same time, I do want them to be comfortable as they grow. The extendable panel for extra legroom really helps ensure my 2.5 year old is safe, but still comfortable in the rear position. Aside from the legroom, the fabric and head rest are really soft and comfortable. Both of my kids' heads were able to rest without it looks like their necks were hurting or heads bobbing around. Overall, this is a great product because it offers key safety features along with comfort and convenience.
Date published: 2021-09-25
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Vanessamk33 from
Best convertible car seat
So many great things about this car seat. My favorite is the foot extension that gives more leg room when rear facing. My two year old loved having a little bit more room for his legs. Installing is was fast and easy unlike many other car seats. The fact that this seat can grow with my child for 10 years gives it’s all the stars. I don’t have to worry about having to buy another seat. I love this seat so much I can’t think of one con. Thanks to Stellar product testing panel I’ll get to enjoy this seat for many years to come knowing my child will be safe!
Date published: 2021-09-25
Rated 4 out of
5
by
NJinMN from
Fantastic Car Seat
As part of the Stellar Product Testing Panel, I had the opportunity to test the new Graco Premier 4Ever DLX Extend2Fit SnugLock. For brevity sake, I'll just refer to it as the 4Ever within this review.
Right out of the box, you see and feel the quality of the 4Ever. All baby touch-points are plush and substantial.
The structural tubing is sturdy and immediately establishes confidence. I felt good about placing baby in it. In fact, I ended up feeling more secure with the 4Ever than I did our own car seat, which is also considered "top of the line".
It's important to note that the 4Ever feels heavy. If you frequently take it in and out of your car, plan to use some muscle. Not a deal breaker for us, but I would not want to travel with this seat.
Setup was as expected. Directions were clear. I really like the 4Ever's InRight Latch, which I could hear click into place. Really nice having guess work removed when possible.
There is a convenient rubberized harness storage space. I try to keep things neat and I always get a bit frustrated with our own seat that never seems to hold straps in place.
The no rethread feature is handy, especially the first time baby gets in. The ability to adjust the headrest and the straps simultaneously is a plus.
The twin cup holders are fantastic. Having a place for water and toy or food keeps things neater, safer and less stressful for all involved.
Plus, the Rapid Remove cover is great! Those covers can get so gross but they're usually a pain to detach. This is so much easier to take off, wash and get back on.
All in, I would highly recommend the 4Ever. Great quality. Simple. Well-thought. Great product for sure.
Date published: 2021-09-24
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Anonymous from
Graco Extend to Fit
The Graco 4Ever DLX Extend2Fit with Rebound Bar we received as part of the Stellar Product Testing Panel is a great car seat! When we received this seat, our little man was about 8 months old. He is really comfortable in the seat and it fits him so well. We really like the different angles that the car seat offers as he grows. From infant to toddler to little kid, this seat has it all. The rebound bar is a great addition and the extendable panel for legroom is as well. The problem with both of those is the practicality. We have 3 other children and use a minivan or a large SUV to transport our family of 6. This leaves us with a minimal amount of extra space. While the carseat fits great in both our SUV and van, with the rebound bar or the extendable panel in place, that forces the seat in front to be moved forward. This does not work well when all of your seats are used. While we appreciate the added safety, those features do not work well for a small vehicle or a large family. Even without those features, this seat is very comfortable and safe for a child of almost any size! The carseat came mostly put together, with very minimal assembly required and compared to other multi-purpose seats, is very user friendly!
Date published: 2021-09-24
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Adoseofdaniels from
I did not expect to love it but I LOVE IT
I have received this car seat in exchange for an honest review as part of the Stellar Product Testing Panel. I wasn’t expecting to love this car seat as I have never tried the anti- rebound bar on a seat before and new things at times can seem overwhelming but after installing the seat and seeing how much room my baby has for his legs I was very impressed. Speaking of installation, the snug lock feature is amazing 10/10 would recommend for this feature. I was able to get a sung and tight install that was super easy all because of the sung lock feature. I was not a fan of the quilted look on the fabric but once I felt it and saw the quality of it I was overall happy with the fabric on the seat. The harness pull and tightening was a breeze to use, it was not tough to pull tight or loosen. The fact that this seat is also going to grow with my son and all the amazing features it has I would 10/10 recommend it.
Date published: 2021-09-24
Rated 5 out of
5
by
KRev from
Super Easy to Install and Use
I was given this car seat to try as part of the Stellar Product Testing Panel. My Toddler is 2 years old and 25lbs, so I installed the seat rear facing and without the infant inserts. I chose to use the anchor fastening as that seemed easiest in my car. Installing was much easier than previous car seats I have put in. I clipped the anchors in, tightened as much as I could and then used the snug lock feature which tightened the fastening and completely stopped the seat from moving. So there was no struggling trying to pull the straps tighter. The antirebound bar also helps the seat stay secure.
I like that the seat doesn't take up as much foot space in the car. I have a sedan and there is still plenty of room for the passenger in the front to move their seat back to have leg space.
The buckle is easy to fasten and tighten and the seat is easily adjustable in terms of back height and recline position. I haven't tried the extended leg room feature, but I can see myself using that to keep my toddler rear facing for longer.
The seat comes with two cup holders. They are both removable, which will make cleaning them very easy.
Date published: 2021-09-23
Rated 5 out of
5
by
JessicaS from
Best seat for extended rear facing and legroom
Thanks to the Stellar Product Testing Panel I was able to test out a Graco® Premier 4Ever® DLX Extend2Fit® SnugLock® featuring Anti-Rebound Bar. I have used at least four different convertible car seats and this one is by far my favorite. I would say this seat is the easiest to install and literally took me two minutes after reading the directions. I also loved how easy the directions were to follow.
My daughter is almost three and 38 inches tall and her legs were really tight in her old car seat but I wasn’t ready to turn her forward facing. My favorite feature of this car seat is the extension panel to give additional leg room for those kiddos like my daughter. I will say having the extension panel out all the way made it so I had to move the passenger seat up quite a bit in my mid size SUV. The anti-rebound bar is an additional added safety feature I was pleased about. My second favorite feature is the snug lock. Basically you route the seatbelt or anchor straps through the snug lock compartment and it makes it so much easier to get a good tight install. There was virtually no movement after install which I have struggled with in the past with car seats.
I would definitely recommend this car seat since it could work from day 1 until age 10. My only worry would be cleanliness but it seems easy to remove the cover to wash as well as the cup holders just pop right out to wash. Another feature I was excited about were the little slots to place the clips when not using them. It makes placing the child in the seat and buckling much easier than them sitting on the straps and having to maneuver around them to find the straps.
Date published: 2021-09-23
Rated 4 out of
5
by
ChanaB from
LOVE LOVE worth the money
I was given this infant car seat to try as part of the Stellar Product Testing and Review Panel.
Pros:
- 10 year expiration! Speaks for itself on so many levels
- if you plan to only have one child than this car seat is theoretically the ONLY car seat you will ever ever need which is very amazing and huge money saver
- the adjustable harness which has 10 (!) levels is SOOOO easy to adjust, I did it WITH the car seat installed and WITH my daughter in it to find the perfect height. The fact that it is SO easy means that it isn't a pain to adjust when your child has grown and you can always make sure the car seat is fitting perfectly because it is so easy to just notice and quickly fix
- the indications on the side for how much to recline based on stage (forward, rear facing and age) are extremely helpful.
- the recline button is easy to access when the car seat is installed and therefore easy to adjust as needed throughout the lifespan of your child's use in it
- EXTENDABLE PANEL FOR EXTRA LEG ROOM: now this is seriously brilliant. you can see in the picture my daughter who we have rear facing (2 yo) and how squishy she is BEFORE we extend the panel. THEN when we extend the panel (easy to do while STILL installed), I only pulled it out 2" and you can see what a HUGE difference it made. And she has so much more room to potentially extend it! I love that it is easy for me to adjust while it is still installed (HUGE PLUS) and it made a huge difference in her comfort (which means rear facing for longer which means safer). I have to admit I was a bit nervous that extending this panel would make the car seat less secure on the seat because it would lose some surface area but I think thats why the anti-rebound bar is so key that it really holds it very tightly and secure so I dont have to worry about that. I am very excited about this feature.
- fabric is easy to velcro/snap on and off for easy cleaning, +++++
Cons:
- I personally would not use this car seat for a newborn because I find them so tiny and fragile that I like to buckle them up inside in a bucket car seat and then just snap them in the car ready to go (I don't like to carry them outside especially in the cold losely especially with ice and stuff), but this is my personal preference
- as I mentioned in the pro's, the fabric is easy to remove on and off for easy cleaning but that means my daughter figured out how to pull the fabric off where she is sitting which I really really don't like. That means she can mess around with the lock snap thing and potentially get crumbs and grossness into the car seat and I really don't like that. I would prefer if the fabric would go past her legs so it wouldn't be accessible for her to lift up (see picture)
- The instructions on one side of the car seat are in english and the other side are in spanish. However when you install a car seat you are only going to be able to see ONE side of the instructions. This was reallly frustrating because the spanish side was visible to us and not the english and we kept having to undo it to move the car seat to read it. I would MUCH prefer if BOTH sides had BOTH english and spanish. (even for the recline positions!!!) - was super annoying
Date published: 2021-09-23
Rated 5 out of
5
by
TP2021 from
Exceeded expectations
I have always heard great things about Gracos 4ever line of car seats. I was happy to have the opportunity to try one out as apart of the Stellar Product Testing Panel. The first thing that I noticed and loved about this car seat was the stylish design. It looks very upscale compared to other car seats on the market. What was even better and my favorite part about this car seat was the options in which you can install it. Being able to choose between using latch or a buckle was an amazing feature that I have not come across in a car seat yet. The seat was amazingly easy to install and the different reclining positions were easy to set. It was also very easy to adjust the straps and height of the seat. Overall I was thrilled to be able to use this car seat. The optional anti-rebound bar is a feature I was always interested in for the added safety of my child but hadn’t come across in the seat I previously used. I am 5’5 and was able to comfortably install the seat behind the drivers side of my Toyota RAV4 with the anti rebound bar attached. My daughter is pretty petite so I kept the insert in and she was very comfortable. At 14 months I can tell she has plenty of room to grow and I look forward to being able to use the extendable panel in the future. I feel like this seat was able to capture all of Graco‘s amazing features across their line car seats all in one. It is my intentions to keep my child rear facing as long as possible, so the 50lb rear-facing weight limit is an awesome feature for me and my family. We are excited to use this product as our car seat for many years to come. Thank you stellar for the opportunity !
Date published: 2021-09-23
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Amyonymous from
Worth Every Penny
I’d like to first start by thanking the Stellar Product Testing Panel for providing me with this car seat in exchange for my honest opinions. Let me just start by saying that I knew nothing about car seats before purchasing the first for my now 2 year old. I looked to reviews to try to find the right seat for my budget. I’d like to pass along the info that I have in case it could help another parent. First, this car seat is amazing in the fact that it can rear-face for a whole 50 pounds. My 2 year old is rather small, and I’d expect to rear face until 4 years if needed. So that brings questions, what about the legs? This awesome seat has an extension bar that pulls out to allow extra space to rest the feet. Also included is a anti-rebound bar that makes this thing super sturdy and snug. While installing in a smaller car, we chose to leave it off due to the shape of the seats. This thing has several recline positions, and my daughter was able to look out of the window. My favorite part is that I don’t have to re-thread the straps as she grows! You simply adjust the headrest and straps in one position. My daughter has been comfortable enough to fall asleep in it on several occasions. I am so glad that we tried this seat, and it will be the only one she needs as it grows with her! Also, if you have a car sick kiddo, the cover removes so quickly! We had car sickness issues in our previous seat, but nothing so far in this one. Attached are some photos of her wanting to test it while I was still assembling, and enjoying a couple of car naps.
Date published: 2021-09-23
Rated 4 out of
5
by
Kdodson17 from
Great seat that grows with your child
The Graco Premier 4Ever DLX Extend2Fit Snuglock featuring the Anti-Rebound Bar Car Seat is a perfect option if you’re looking for one single car seat that will last you 10 years and work with each stage for your growing child. The car seat was so easy to install and the instructions were very straightforward. I love how sturdy this seat feels and all of the extra padding makes for a comfortable ride for my little one. The anti-rebound bar is an added safety feature that I love. I plan to rear face my kids for a long time so the extendable leg panel is another plus that makes this seat even more desirable. My favorite feature is how versatile this car seat is and also how easy the seat padding and cover come off for washing. Babies and kids can really make a mess and I’m more likely to wash the cover more often when it’s simple to remove and put back on. The one complaint I have is the harness is a little tough to tighten at first but I’ve found if you pull the tightening strap while pulling the harness from the back of the seat it tightens a lot easier. Overall, this is a great sturdy car seat that will accommodate my baby for several years. Thanks to the Stellar Product Testing Panel for providing me with this infant car seat.
Date published: 2021-09-22
Rated 5 out of
5
by
BeccaV from
Super safe in this seat
There is so much to love about the Graco® Premier 4Ever® DLX Extend2Fit® SnugLock®. Big thanks to the Stellar Product Testing Panel for giving me this car seat. The Graco® 4Ever® DLX Extend2Fit® SnugLock® was one I had been researching when looking for a convertible car seat for my 6 month old. We started our car seat journey with a travel system for convenience, because we lived in the city and parked in a parking garage a block away. Since recently moving to a house with a garage, we were ready for a convertible car seat to remain in our car.
The advanced safety features and easy install were what attracted me most to this car seat.
I am a big believer of controlling what we can control when it comes to safety - so proper install and use of a car seat is very important to me. This car seat blew away my expectations for an easy install. It took me less than 5 minutes while referencing the manual! The SnugLock® (see attached photo) was a total game-changer for the tightening. One tug on the Latch system belt, a quick clamp down on the SnugLock® and ZERO movement! I think this feature would be amazing for a child who rides in different cars. We are currently a one-car family, but even adding another car wouldn’t require purchasing another car seat since the install is so fast and easy. I appreciated the anti-rebound bar as an advanced safety feature. (See attached photo) In the event of an accident I know this can help minimize the movement of my baby in the car seat. The extendable panel to provide extra leg room, another advanced safety feature, will be utilized for my little guy to allow him to remain rear-facing as long as possible. Knowing this level of ease in installing and advanced safety features can benefit my child for his entire need of a car seat and booster provides such peace of mind.
Beyond the function of this car seat, the Premier version looks and feels luxurious. I have always chosen safety and ease of proper use over finish or looks in child safety gear, but this car seat delivers both! The fabric is soft and feels very durable. (See attached picture) The cover is removable in ‘1 minute’, which I was not able to do - but it took me less than 3 minutes. Which, in the event of soiling, will be amazing.
The only difficulty I encountered with this car seat was in finding the proper harnessing on my baby. As a first time parent, I was not aware of the difference in fit of an infant carrier harness versus the harness of a convertible car seat. If you find yourself needing a little help with install or proper use, Graco customer service will be helpful! I was quickly connected with a certified passenger safety technician who helped me ensure proper fit and harness adjustments.
Overall, I have no reservations in giving this product 5 stars or recommending to a friend. My baby is comfortable and happy on car rides and I feel confident he is as safe as possible. The advanced safety features, luxurious and durable finishes of this seat let me know this car seat will be with us for the long haul.
Date published: 2021-09-22
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Lauren from
Versatile and Awesome
Thanks to the Stellar Product Testing Panel for providing me with this infant car seat. I have three young kids and I love that this car seat is versatile, and can grow with them through all the stages! The car seat is sturdy and easy to use. The anti-rebound bar is very clever and gives me an extra sense of security when the baby is in the seat. The bar should be on all infant car seats! We’re testing it out on our forward facing preschooler this week and I’m loving it. The straps are easy to use and my son is comfortable. It could also be excellent for extended rear facing use, because it gives extra room for their legs. The only con I’ve found is the car seat is heavy. It would not make a good car seat to switch between vehicles. Also it would not be good for people who use bucket seats for infants. I’d highly recommended this awesome car seat!
Date published: 2021-09-22
Rated 4 out of
5
by
Mom4girls from
Safe and attractive car seat
This is a beautiful car seat. I love the look and feel of it. The seat feels very comfortable for my daughter and it looks great in my car. It has a very high-end look. The grey color is very neutral and should look great in any car and work well for boys and girls. The car seat took a little while to get adjusted and ready for the car. It was very easy to install rear facing in my mini van. I love the added anti-rebound bar for safety. My daughter is only 1.5 now but I like to rear face my children as long as possible so I know the extend leg room will be useful as she gets taller. I like the idea of a car seat cover that removes easily, however the cup holders do not really work well for us. They just pop in and don't stay very tightly. Therefore my curious daughter pulls them out and throws them across the car everytime she gets in the seat, so we had to stop using them. The crotch strap is also a little tricky to get adjusted correctly. It might just be that we are at an in between size but in the closer setting it is almost underneath her but at the further away setting there is too much slack in the strap and I can't get it tight. Overall I am very happy to have this car seat. I am excited that it will grow with my daughter. I am looking forward to seeing how it works in all of it's other forms. I received this product as part of the Stellar Product Testing Panel.
Date published: 2021-09-21