Cost ‘no guarantee of baby car seat safety’

PARENTS could end up paying more than €200 for car seats which only offer the same or worse protection to their child than a seat which costs less than €70.

Consumer Choice magazine tested 13 different car seats for their safety, weight, comfort and ease of installation and gave them percentage scores.

The results proved cost did not necessarily guarantee the best seat. For example, the 3kg Hauck Zero Plus buggy was given four stars for its safety, its design and fastening buckle, and three stars for its fitting into the car and its instruction manual. Overall, Consumer Choice gave it 70%. That buggy costs €69.