Britax Marathon Reviews

I bought the Marathon on the recommendation of a friend who had one and I have to say, it was well worth it.   I was pleased that they were well-rated by Consumer Reports, as well.

I needed a new seat after my son outgrew his infant seat and labored over my acr seat decisions.  One of the best selling points of the Britax, in addition to the high safety rating, was the fact that the seat can be sed until the child is 65 lbs.  This allows you to use the seat longer and not have to go buy yet another seat when your child is 40lbs like most others.  So instead on buying two  $100 + car seats,...

Here we are, 5 years and two children later, with the same dependable Britax Marathon.     Was it pricier than almost all others?  No doubt.  Did it get the best reviews when we bought it?   Yes.    I got more bang for the buck on an amazing product.

 We bought this when we had my daughter.   She is now 5, and she misses the comfort of the Britax.   The comfort now belongs to her brother, now 2.  

It was fairly easy to install.   We installed it once, and the only time we've taken it out at all is for deep cleaning. 

If you are planning on transferring it from car-to-car,...

I have four children and have purchased many car-seats.  With my last child we splurged and went for the gusto and purchased the Brittax Marathon car-seat.  The floral pattern looks great in the car (I like things to match).  My little girl has been using this seat for two years now and it still looks great.  It is easy to take apart and wash.  It is very easy to get her into and out of.  The seat sits high enough for her to be able to see outside which seems to keep her occupied, happy and content.  She looks very comfortable sleeping in it for long periods of time when we are traveling....