Bests & Worsts Reviews from Amazon

We purchased the Graco MySize65 as a replacement to our previous Chicco KeyFit30 infant car seat for our 18 m.o toddler as he had outgrown its max height limit of 30" and we didn't really have very high expectations from this car seat mainly because we had the preconception that Graco is a budget brand based on our research while we were shopping for a infant car seat when our son was born. and the build quality we saw between two two models at the time. The Graco MySize65 biggest lure to us was its versatility and attractive price tag so it was worth the shot. And boy did we underestimate the build quality of this Graco car seat - It is way way better than what we thought of and right up there with the expensive $300+ models from Britax or Chicco when it comes to build quality and the fabric materials. Very impressive indeed Build Quality & Comfort ------------------------------ - This was the biggest surprise for us , me and my wife were genuinely excited on how good the car seat was when we first unboxed it - from its solid plastic base with metal frame reinforcements, to its premium fabrics and the large thickly cushioned comfortable seating area for the apple of your eye . Every thing about this car seat defy's its price and unlike anything that we saw previously from Graco. - The fabric used feels soft and premium with thick cushioning all around which is going to be comfortable for your child even for extended periods. - Our son loves falling asleep in it and that says a LOT to us - The newborn inserts , adjustable headrest and inclination mechanism all feel premium, cushiony and operate with a reassuring click - Clever features such as pockets for holding the buckles/straps while you are seating or removing your child, neat stowing areas for the LATCH anchors and the top tether anchors , easy to remove cover for washing greatly increase this car seat's practicality Securing the Car Seat In the Car ---------------------------------------- We are currently using the car seat as rear facing and based on our experience with Chicco : - Securing the car seat in the rear facing configuration , while reasonable, is not as simple/foolproof as the Chicco mechanism . You will have to spend some time reading the manual figuring out to to secure it and then some huffing and puffing in the car setting it at the right level ( it took me couple of attempts to get it right) using the LATCH system. There is certainly some margin for error here so I'd recommend extra precaution to secure the seat correctly - For newborn/infants the margin of error is even narrower as indicated by the 'newborn' bubble level range on the seat. You may have to use towels (mentioned in the manual as well) to adjust the seat in the right zone for newborns - Setting the car seat in the front facing configuration is comparatively easier with the help of seat belts and top tethers Cons ------- - As mentioned earlier, extra caution is required while securing the car seat as there can be a slight margin or error . - The largish size of the car seat , while a boon for your child's comfort , makes a tight squeeze for other occupants in a 5-Seater car ( even for my large GMC Terrain SUV) Final Thoughts ------------------- Overall the Graco MySize 65 completely turned our notion of what to expect from a Graco product and it definitely throws punches above its weight when it comes to build quality, comfort and fabric materials which offers exceptional value for the money. My only recommendation to you is to spend some time reading the manual to fully ensure its secured correctly . 5 Stars .