Infasecure Opus Signature Review
Specifications
RRP
$549 at Baby Bunting only
Type
Type G harnessed car seat
Weight
9.0kg
Age
Forward facing: 6 mo – 8 yrs (approx)
Dimensions
H 75-85 x W 49 x D 50 cm
Height markers
Lower marker (start use): 29cm
Upper marker (stop use): 51cm
Anchoring
Seat Belt
Adjustability
Height adjustable headrest and harness
Gradual Recline – unrestricted recline positions
Harness
6-point harness
Other features
Twist & Lift – One-handed harness adjustment
Air Cocoon Technology (A.C.T.) integrated
Secur-air head side impact protection
Active Bamboo Fabric
Twist-resistant straps
Plush comfort inserts
Removable covers and inserts
Two pop-out cup holders
Vehicle Seat protector included
SafeGrip Belt Clamp included
Enrolment in Priority Customer Program
Warranty
12 months for material and fabrics e.g. foam, covers, inserts
2 years for straps and webbing e.g. harness straps, top tether strap
5 years for hardware and fittings e.g. harness buckle
10 years on the manufacturing of the seat moulding i.e. the blow moulded seat shell
CREP safety rating*
Protection rating
Ease of use rating
*Tested as Emerge Caprice
Pros and cons
Pros
+ Air Cocoon Technology side impact protection
+ Secur-air side head impact protection
+ Premium fabrics
+ Helpful additional convenience features, such as cup holders
Cons
– Same basic shell as Infasecure Emerge with attendant flaws
– It’s big and heavy
Bottom line:
The Infasecure Opus Signature is a mildly upgraded version of the Infasecure Emerge exclusive to Baby Bunting. Based on the same shell, the Opus Signature has premium Bamboo Fabric, Air Cocoon Technology and Secur-air protection, and a number of handy additional convenience features. Apart from colours, it is otherwise identical to the Accomplish Premium.
Given it is based on the same shell as the Emerge, the gradual ‘unlimited’ recline positioning still does not recline enough, potentially causing head flop in sleeping children. The harness only adjusts in large increments, making it difficult to fit well, and has also been known to be difficult to tighten. An included infant insert does help with properly seating younger infants (6-12 months).
While the convenience features and premium fabrics do put the Opus Signature a notch above the Emerge, the functional issues still remain and at the price point there are plenty of other options available, such as the Britax Maxi Guard PRO.
Who this is for:
Parents looking for a premium fabric Infasecure brand forward facing harnessed car seat.
