Nowadays more and more people are looking for the Best Convertible Car Seat. This type is manufactured to last longer so you get more than a couple of years out of your purchase while your child is growing. Convertible car seats generally are rear-facing when the child is very small then forward facing from around 2 yrs as recommended by people in the medical profession.

The question has been asked many times "what is the best car seat" and to be truthful I don't think there is such a model that out-ranks the rest. Every model has been built around safety and has been rigorously tried and tested.

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The best way to be content with your purchase is to ask yourself the following questions:

1) Will it fit into the back of my car - is there enough space.
2) Is it value for money.
3) Are the online reviews good.
4) Will the size and weight of my child fit the seat I am interested in.
5) How many years will I be able to use this car seat for.

Convertible car seats come in many appealing colour combinations and themes. On each model you can select to match the car upholstery, go for boy/girl colours or even have a fun theme like cow print black/white. I am positive you will find a colour scheme which you will like.

The better manufacturers are the ones which have been out there for a long time and still manufacturing car seats today, graco, britax, Evenflo, Safety first to name a few. All their car seats are built around safety, so with any of these popular brands you can feel confident your child is safe. Below you will find some cool models listed with features to try and help you decide on which is best for your child.

The Graco Nautilus 3 in 1 convertible car seat is highly popular. This model is suitable for children up to 10 years but once they have out-grown their rear-facing seat. This will save you money rather than having to purchase other car seats as your child gets older. It has a 5 point safety harness and been put through the New Car Assessment Program (NCAP), with peak Crash Force approximately twice the Car Seat Standard. EPS - Energy absorbing foam provides additional security and comfort. Other added benefits are an integrated side storage and a cup holder which will securely hold a "sippy cup" or a small bottle which is perfect as the child gets older.

The Graco Myride 65 convertible car seat keeps the child rear-facing until 40 pounds in weight approximately.It has been rigorously tested to protect your child in the event of a crash. The strap on the front of the harness makes it straight forward for adjusting. You receive a removable infant insert and toddler headrest which keep the child safe and comfortable. On a number of the reviews there is comments that people primarily struggle to install this model but get it eventually.

The Evenflo Tribute 5 Car Seat has upfront harness adjust which is easier to adjust your child. It has EPS energy absorbing foam to hinder injury on impact and is suitable for a child from 5lbs to 40lbs. This model is much cheaper than other car seats but with no compromise on safety. Just not as attractive and has fewer features.

The Safety 1st Alpha Omega Elite has a Multi-position recline and pivoting armrests. It has EPS energy absorbing foam, and a removable cup holder. For the people who couldn't remove the infant headrest, it is very easy to remove, you un-thread the belts from the clip in the rear, thread out through the front and the headrest slides off, easy when you know how.

Another tip for the best convertible car seat: keep your child rear-facing for as long as possible - this has been proven to be safer in the event of a crash.

All in all I am sure there will be a Convertible Car seat that will be right for you, just remember to think about the considerations which I went through earlier and I am sure you will be happy with your purchase on the best convertible car seat for you.