I have used this car seat for both of my chilren.  Once done with the car seat, they moved directly to a booster seat.  Also, this car seat can be used for an infant all the way up to age 3yrs.  I also thought the neutral color of the seat was nice.  Think there was a cup holder, but it was detachable - not certain.  I also like there is a second safety strap that can be used and hooked.  Very easy to install in the car, just put the seat belt through and buckle in.  Also has adjustable straps for baby . . . this was nice.  Sometimes children wear bulky clothes and the straps need to be...