RideSafer Gen 5 - Extra Small (XS) Black, Lightweight, Compact, Portable Car Seat, 2+ years; 26.5–40 lb - Perfect for Travel and Everyday Child Safety

Wow, just wow! This is the best thing ever for travel or even just riding in a friend's car at home. After the first use and initial sizing adjustments, it is so easy to use. It takes under a minute to put it on your kid before they get in the car and then seconds to buckle them in using the car's 3-point seatbelt. It comes in a carrying bag that is also a little backpack. Maybe you will have more success getting your child to carry the backpack. I usually put the vest in my bag. My child loves the ride safer vest. He even likes to wear it around after we get out of a vehicle, because it's like wearing a snuggly hug. It's fun to "ride without his car seat" in a regular seat using the regular seatbelt. My short child can't see out the side windows, but if he sits in the middle he can see out the front windshield. Note that it is not FAA approved for use in an airline seat. Benefits of air travel with this: 1) no more worrying about checking your car seat and potential damages or delays in receiving it at your destination 2) no more lugging a giant car seat with you through the airport 3) no more renting unknown/gross car seats from rental car companies or requesting Uber/Lyft with aforementioned questionable car seats 4) no more installing/uninstalling your car seat repeatedly in taxis, shuttle buses, tour buses etc As a shorter woman, this thing looks so comfortable, and routes the seatbelt so well over the shoulder and chest, I kind of want one for myself.

This harness has been a total game changer when it comes to traveling with a little one. I love how I can fold it into my backpack (I don’t usually use the carrying bag it comes with, to help reduce the amount of space used). My family used this for a trip to Las Vegas and we were able to get our little one strapped in and out of the taxis in less than a minute! He was really comfortable in it, and it’s very securely made. It also made getting home from the airport via a rideshare really painless. Saved us so much time and money because we didn’t have to travel with a bulky car seat/didn’t have to worry about installing a car seat over & over again during our trip, and also we didn’t have to rent a car! Would highly recommend for anyone looking to travel with a little one and likes packing light!

Amazing! I wish I knew about this sooner. We took this traveling and it is so much better than having to tote a full seat along for national travel. For international travel a seat would be miserable and this was the ticket! We pack lite and this folded up nice and small so we could take it out whenever we needed it. If you have to have the most crash resistant harness you can hook up all the add ons or go with a top end car seat, but if you want a safe, reliable and functional tool in your kid travel arsenal- this is it. They’ll be plenty save and you will save yourself so many headaches over lugging around a traditional seat. I also Loved lived that this is a true US approved car seat and can act as a back up car seat if we are ever caught without one! So for all those time something happens or someone else is driving them, this can be the backup you throw in the trunk or keep in another car. It takes up almost no space when folded. Could easily slide under a standard driver or passenger seat.

We love this. It’s so easy to travel with, much better than a car seat, especially in the airport or rental cars. Once I read through the instructions and played with it, it was easy enough to use. After a couple times it was a breeze. Def takes some getting used to as it feels like you’re forgetting something but this is the best for frequent traveling.

This is good for travel. After I received it, the fit is loose, need to make all the adjustment before going to airport. It's very easy to use, can take some practice but overall takes about few mins to put it on. Looks pretty durable. It's a good short ride alternative but if I need to drive a lot then I'll still bring a car seat. It's in the pricey side but it's convenience.

We use this for trips when we fly and we have loved it . My son is 2 and we have used it for this whole year about 5 trips . I definitely wouldn’t suggest using any less than 2 though . Simply because it hard for naps and the child need to be able to stay seated for some time .

The belt functioned ok. It’s very convenient to use, especially while traveling. It felt safe and practical, though a bit bulky. Only use it as intended following instructions carefully. The waist band could be a bit tricky to put on, some practice helps. If your child is on thin side, comfort and safety could be an issue. I found it a bit pricey compared to quality of materials used. For the price, it could offer better quality for long term durability.

This is hands down the best seat you can buy for a child who has any variation of special needs! It's so easy to use, highly functional, super comfortable, safe to sleep in, the design is perfect. Hands down cannot recommend this seat enough! If you follow the fit guide there no mistake this thing will fit perfectly! Best yet, you can use a provided teather and crotch strap and choose to lock the seatbelt to ensure safety!

I bought this for my toddler to use while traveling, and it was a game-changer! It made riding in Ubers and cabs so much easier. After adjusting the vest to fit him, I could quickly secure him in different transportation options. The vest ensured the seatbelt was properly positioned, providing a safe and comfortable ride.

Make sure you get the right size for your child according to the measurements (in the picture). Car seats are a better and safer option, but when traveling sometimes it's hard to get one with you especially when it's not allowed on the plane with Saudia airlines.

So handy and easy to use

This is so helpful for travel. You don’t have to take a bulky car seat. But it’s a little complicated the first time you use; watch how to use on YouTube. It’s not for everyday use but great for travel.

The vest was fitted to my child. It was purchased just in case his accessibility to his van became an issue.