Hipod Roma Convertible Car Seat Review
Specifications
RRP
$129 at Target only
Type
Type A2/B convertible car seat
Weight
6.1kg
Age
Rearward facing: 0 – 12mo (approx)
Forward facing: 12mo – 4yrs (approx
Dimensions
H 75.5 x W 49 x D 45.5 cm
(57cm depth in rearward facing mode)
Height markers
Lower marker
(must be above): n/a
Upper marker (stop use): n/a
Anchoring
Seat belt
Adjustability
2 position seat recline
4 harness slot positions
Harness
5-point harness
Other features
Contoured side wings for valuable side impact protection
Machine washable cover, removable for easy cleaning
Warranty
2 year warranty on seat moulding, harness and fittings
12 month warranty on fabric covers, and padding
CREP safety rating
Protection rating
Ease of use rating
Pros and cons
Pros
+ Side wings impact protection
+ Really low price
Cons
– Really basic
– Rearward for only 12 months
Bottom line:
Hipod is Britax’s value brand, positioned to compete with Mother’s Choice (which is Maxi-Cosi). Instead of promoting the latest and greatest feature, the Hipod Roma is a bare bones convertible car seat only available from Target.
At $129, all you should be really expecting is an Australian standards meeting car seat. And that’s pretty much what you get. There aren’t really any additional features to mention: it’s a seat and a 5 point harness. It’s not all that small. But owners say the seat does what it says on the tin.
Does it work? Yes. Is it cheap? Yes. Is it good value? I think that’s three yesses then. But just don’t expect more.
Who this is for:
Parents looking for a super low price convertible car seat
