Joie Stages Car Seat Group 0+, 1 & 2
Reviews
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4.75/5
- Strengths:
Price, ability to rear face for longer, style, comfort.
- Weaknesses:
Can be difficult to fit
- Comfortable
- Value for money
- Easy to use
- Design
Absolutely love this car seat! Wanting to follow safety advice to rear face for longer isn't always easy on a budget, but Joie make it possible! This seat still comfortably rear faces my nearly 4 year old and will last a decent amount of time!
The only downside is it can be a nightmare to fit, especially when needing to take in and out of cars. The pros far outweigh the cons though. - Strengths:
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4.50/5
- Strengths:
Reliable, comfortable, easy to use and secure
- Weaknesses:
The harness can get a bit stiff sometimes and difficult to attach
- Comfortable
- Value for money
- Easy to use
- Design
We bought this joie car seat because of it flexibility and that we could use it for different stages. It is comfortable, my son always fall asleep in it even for small journeys! I would highly recommend it! It is easy to use and to install! - Strengths:
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4.88/5
- Strengths:
Found it easy to install, good value, comfy
- Comfortable
- Value for money
- Easy to use
- Design
Have been using this car seat since my 2 year old was 6 months. Had no problem installing it rear or forward facing. My daughter doesn't protest when going into the car seat and there is plenty of padding in the seat to make it comfortable. Fits most cars. Lasts from birth till 12 years so no need to buy multiple car seats. - Strengths:
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5.00/5
- Strengths:
Different compartments to put in from new born to 4
- Weaknesses:
None
- Comfortable
- Value for money
- Easy to use
- Design
My daughter didn't like her first car seat and used to scream wen goin in the car but since I've bought this she has been so settled and comfortable and they last for years so defo get your money's worth - Strengths:
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4.75/5
- Strengths:
Grows with your child from birth til 12
- Weaknesses:
Can be difficult to fit with a seat belt.
- Comfortable
- Value for money
- Easy to use
- Design
This is the only car seat you will need if you want it to be as it can be used from birth until around 12 when a seat is no longer required.
It also has extended rear facing up to 4 years and you can get either a seat belt fit or and isofix fit (which I think is only for forward facing, the seat belt is still used while in rear facing mode).
The seat belt can be a bit fiddly to attach properly, especially if your arms are not that thin but once fitted it shouldn't need to be moved very often.
It is definitely value for money and I will be buying another one for my second child. - Strengths:
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4.50/5
- Strengths:
It's very sturdy
- Weaknesses:
None
- Comfortable
- Value for money
- Easy to use
- Design
Excellent for your newborn so comfortable, sturdy; well made, excellent quality I highly recommend my boy loved this and was always so settled when in it - Strengths:
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4.50/5
- Strengths:
Easy to fit, great style, very supportive
- Weaknesses:
Heavy
- Comfortable
- Value for money
- Easy to use
- Design
I brought this carseat for my son in blue. I have used it since birth and still using it 4years on. My son loves it. It's sturdy, supportive, it's easy to fit both rear and front facing. It is quite heavy but I would really recommend this seat. It also comes in black and red(cherry) which I have just purchased for my little girl.
I have used this in 3 different cars and have fit perfect in all three. Massive thumbs up from me. - Strengths:
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4.25/5
- Strengths:
It's very sturdy and safe
- Weaknesses:
Tricky to turn around when facing against the seat
- Comfortable
- Value for money
- Easy to use
- Design
Excellent quality and very sturdy. Looks good in the car and easy to use when you know how. My baby looks very comfortable in it - Strengths:
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4.50/5
- Strengths:
Car seat for 0, 1 and 2, doesnt require separate base
- Weaknesses:
When in reverse seat belt does get in the way
- Comfortable
- Value for money
- Easy to use
- Design
I'm happy with the car seat. It wasn't exactly clear how to extend the belts without reading the instructions. The car seatbelt does get a little in the way with the seat in reverse but I guess this will be the same for every belted car seat. - Strengths:
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0.50/5
- Strengths:
None
- Weaknesses:
Not safe, not easy to use, made cheaply
- Comfortable
- Value for money
- Easy to use
- Design
I took this car seat back.
It was difficult to operate and I was horrified when I went for my first 10 minute drive with my first baby to find that her head was floppy. In my opinion it is not suitable for a new born or young baby with no head control.
My babies shoulders could have easily slipped out of the arm straps at the shoulder as she was so tiny. I was terrified. Also when trying to tighten the harness once connected the left strap would be very tight, and the right strap would be loose. When my baby had her 8 week check the doctor was worried about her left hip and I suspect this was due to the car seat. Also if the right shoulder could slip out as the belt is too loose that is completely useless.
I took it back and got a better one - Strengths:
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4.63/5
- Strengths:
Lasts for 4 years from birth, rear facing for longer
- Weaknesses:
Hard to fix clip to seatbelt when putting in car
- Comfortable
- Value for money
- Easy to use
- Design
We have this as a spare in Dad's car and also one in Nana's car. My son finds it comfy however I do find it hard to fit as there is a blue clip that goes on the seatbelt to stop it moving about which is super hard to fix on!! - Strengths:
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5.00/5
- Strengths:
Softness
- Weaknesses:
None
- Comfortable
- Value for money
- Easy to use
- Design
My 2 year old used it since he was born up till now that he has stopped using it it was great when he was a baby and still was not very comfortable and has a lie back position perfect for sleeping and long distance journeys it has been really good and the price is worth was it has lasted. - Strengths:
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5.00/5
- Strengths:
Value for money. Safety tests.
- Weaknesses:
None.
- Comfortable
- Value for money
- Easy to use
- Design
We were recommended this car seat for my oldest son 4 years ago and were very impressed to hear about its high safety standards and the great value for money. After further research I was even more impressed with the safety standards. My son was then involved in an accident whist in the chair and didn’t even wake up from his nap! The chair was completely undamaged but obviously replaced anyway. Because I feel so confident with this chair I replaced like for like and gone on to purchase my younger two sons the exact same seat and recommend it to everyone who will listen! - Strengths:
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4.50/5
- Strengths:
Easy to use
- Weaknesses:
Stiff at first
- Comfortable
- Value for money
- Easy to use
- Design
I bought this when my son was 9 months, I initially found it quite difficult to get the straps to fit properly on his shoulders and got quite frustrated but after adjusting it properly and ensuring he wasn't wearing anything bulky at all I haven't had any problems. I do find it is quite reclined, but I don't think it's any more than other other rear facing car seat. Now at 16 months, my son is still very comfortable and I plan to use it rear facing as long as possible. - Strengths:
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5.00/5
- Strengths:
Nice
- Weaknesses:
Nice
- Comfortable
- Value for money
- Easy to use
- Design
This car seat is very comfortable for us we use every time when we go somewhere this car seat ,we like size and colour for it. - Strengths:
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5.00/5
- Strengths:
Perfect support from new borns to 7 year olds
- Weaknesses:
Big and bulky
- Comfortable
- Value for money
- Easy to use
- Design
We used this car seat from from when out LO was 9 months and it was easy to fit in the car rear facing and even easier to move it forward facing. The new born insert is soft and comfy and can be removed in stages to make it as comfy as the child needs. - Strengths:
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5.00/5
- Strengths:
Extended rear facing, easy to install, comfy.
- Weaknesses:
None!
- Comfortable
- Value for money
- Easy to use
- Design
I love this car seat, it's easy to install, comfy for my baby and rear faces til 4! It's just perfect. It's on baby number two now and my tall eldest comfortably rear faced til the week after his fourth birthday in the Stages. A brilliant value for money rear facing seat. - Strengths:
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4.63/5
- Strengths:
Rear faces until approximately 4 years, Fabric is easy to take on and off to wash
- Weaknesses:
Recling can be a bit stiff.The strap cover doesn’t come off so has to be wiped down
- Comfortable
- Value for money
- Easy to use
- Design
We brought this car seat about 5 months ago now and is soo easy to install with the seatbelt compare to our old car seat. This car seat is very light to others which is good when changing from car to car. Our 1 year old hated going in the car but now loves it and goes straight to sleep when in the seat so must be as comfortable as it looks
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4.88/5
- Strengths:
Easy to fit into car
- Weaknesses:
Heavy
- Comfortable
- Value for money
- Easy to use
- Design
I have had this car seat since my son was 10 months. We originally fitted it rear facing and it felt extremely secure, which I was unsure about as it is seat belt fitted, but i was very happy in it and so was my son. We turned it around when he turned 2 and it is still extremely secure and safe. It is heavy but not a problem if it is remaining in one car. I will be purchasing another for my daughter. - Strengths:
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5.00/5
- Comfortable
- Value for money
- Easy to use
- Design
I would recommend this car seat to anyone I know. And from birth as well. My son loves it as he feels like he is sitting like a big boy as he sits forward facing. If I didn’t have a baby seat I would have got this one from birth. It’s a one does all. So easy to install and clean. It gets swapped between car in a matter of minutes and fits in nearly all size cars. -
4.63/5
- Strengths:
Sturdy, comfortable product
- Weaknesses:
Straps can be a little awkward
- Comfortable
- Value for money
- Easy to use
- Design
I bought this product for my daughter when she was 5 months old and is now 7 months. It was easy to install and she looks very comfortable. I like how it reclines and how she can use it from birth to 7 years. The padded cushion kept her in a comfortable position when used. I like knowing she is safe with the impact protection. I sometimes find the straps a little awkward to get over her shoulders properly. Especially now she's older and is more difficult to sit still while getting her in the car seat, I find the straps can be difficult to get over her shoulders enough. Also I would like if there was somewhere to attach toys. I like when a car seat has a handle as I can then attach toys to keep my daughter occupied. Although I did know buying this product it came without a handle. Overall a lovely product and a good price for the amount of years it's going to be used. - Strengths:
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4.50/5
- Strengths:
Can be used from new born right through. Rear and forward facing. Good fit for a chunky baby!
- Weaknesses:
Does not recline very well when forward facing.
- Comfortable
- Value for money
- Easy to use
- Design
We have used this car seat from birth for our nearly 4 year old and it is still going strong. The padding can be easily removed when the stages require and the rear facing element latest my child (who is on the 98th centile!) longer than expected. It fits well in both of our cars and is easy to fit, would definitely recommend! - Strengths:
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5.00/5
- Strengths:
The seat in general
- Weaknesses:
Haven't found one
- Comfortable
- Value for money
- Easy to use
- Design
Love this seat. Easy to install. My son seemed happy in it from day one. Had it for nearly 3 years now and we're all still very pleased with it - Strengths:
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4.50/5
- Strengths:
It’s wider than the average seat and can there fore be used by a chunkier baby.
- Weaknesses:
The recline isn’t great even though there are 7 recline positions.
- Comfortable
- Value for money
- Easy to use
- Design
As a mum of 3 sturdy boys and also a childminder I am very knowledgable about car seats, pros and cons and what each one does and how they differ. I wanted a rear facing seat that would last m6 3rd son for as lon* as possible in the rear facing position. He was 85cm tall at 9 months old and buying a car seat did prove to be a challenge for the longevity but also comfort for him.
We chose the stages seat and have found it amazing. He loves being rear f8ng and because the seat is high up he can see out of the window. The recline in the rear facing position isn’t fantastic and I would question if it declines enough if I were to use this from newborn. This maybe something you wo7ld wan5 to double check but for our uses it’s fine.
Fitting it is super easy and the green guds for when the seat is fitted correctly are really handy and easy to see.
All in all it is a fab seat that sits our family and our youngest son. - Strengths:
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5.00/5
- Strengths:
Very safe
- Weaknesses:
Child may grow out of it before reaching the correct weight for next carseat
- Comfortable
- Value for money
- Easy to use
- Design
Purchased this car seat for my 11month old after a lot of research into rear facing for longer this one suited us best especially the price tag. My son who is now 2 is still rear facing. Very comfortable looking too with various colours to choose from. Best baby buy yet. - Strengths:
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Description
This is the Joie Stages car seat. It will last you a staggering 7 years from birth as it adapts as your child grows. Make your decision now and enjoy versitility and quality that lasts. It is called the Stages car seat because it travels with you through 3 stages: The infant Group 0+/1/2 seat, allowing the safe recommended rear facing position up to 18kg; after 9kg it can convert to a forward-facing group 1 and group 2 seat.The steel frame provides a durable and super strong and robust seat in the case of an accident, and adds beneficial weight for stability. With a low centre of gravity and built to last it performs impressively in advanced technology crash testing for your peace of mind.
Features:
- Rear and Forward facing
- Lasts from 0-7 years of age
- Side impact protection
- Steel enhanced frame
- Ventilated headrest and sides
- One hand adjust 5 position harness and headrest height
- Custom harness storage
- Plush, deluxe cushioning and fabrics
- Breathable knit fabrics and sandwich foam headrest
- Padded, removable full body support insert with foam lift assist
- Shoulder harness and lower buckle covers
- Side, mesh storage pockets
- Well marked, colour-coded installation paths
- Dual lock-offs for installing with vehicle 3-point seat belt