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Uppababy Alta V2
Looking for a secure and comfortable booster seat for your child? Our in-depth review of the UPPAbaby ALTA V2 covers everything you need to know about this high-back booster seat. We break down its safety features, installation process, comfort, and unique design to help you decide if it's the right fit for your family. Read on for expert insights and real-world testing!
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Uppababy Alta V2
Looking for a secure and comfortable booster seat for your child? Our in-depth review of the UPPAbaby ALTA V2 covers everything you need to know about this high-back booster seat. We break down its safety features, installation process, comfort, and unique design to help you decide if it's the right fit for your family. Read on for expert insights and real-world testing!
Our recommendation: From 5 years until it's outgrown (average 10-11 years of age)
A high back-only booster seat
From 5+, but the child must be mature enough to sit properly at all times for a secure fit
Stand Out Features of this Car Seat
Flame-Retardant-Free
All of the fabric options for the Uppababy Alta V2 are flame-retardant-free. For more information on car seats and flame retardants, check out this post.
Rigid Lower Anchors
The Uppababy Alta V2 booster has rigid lower anchors to hold it into the vehicle. They are optional, but using them keeps the booster in place when the child is buckling, and it keeps it from becoming a projectile in a crash if the child is not riding in it. If you do not use the lower anchors, the child should buckle in the shoulder belt over the booster whenever they are being dropped off.
Lap Belt Positioner
This is one of only two boosters on the market with this feature. The lap belt guide is adjustable to ensure the lap belt is positioned appropriately. This feature is also nice for helping remind younger kids to sit properly. This piece is optional but highly recommended.
Seat is Good for You If:
You need to fit 3 across
This seat is 17.5" wide, so it may work in some three-across configurations, although we have not yet had an opportunity to try this.
You have a child whose build is tall and thin.
This booster is relatively narrow. It will give a good seat belt fit for kids on the thinner side. But larger kids may be uncomfortable due to the narrow seating area.
Use Caution if:
You have a car with non-removable headrests.
This booster has to be flush with the vehicle seat, so it typically won't work with non-removable forward-tilting headrests. For better options, check here.
Child Fit Information
We were able to try an almost 10 year old in this seat. She is 57 lbs and 53". She fit very well in this seat and found it to be comfortable.
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Installation Information
Airplane Use
Like all boosters, the Uppababy Alta V2 does NOT have aircraft approval.
For help with all things airplane travel and car seats, check out our newest resource: Safe in the Sky.
SITS Bottom Line
The Uppababy Alta V2 booster seat is flame-retardant-free and includes rigid lower anchors, which are optional but help keep the seat secure and prevent it from becoming a projectile in a crash. It also features an adjustable lap belt guide, one of only two boosters with this feature, which helps position the lap belt correctly over the child's thighs and encourages proper seating posture. At 17.5 inches wide, the seat may fit in some three-across setups, though we have not tested this yet. It's a good fit for tall, thin children, but larger kids may find it uncomfortable due to its narrow design. The booster may not work with cars with non-removable forward-tilting headrests.
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Specifications
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Product Information
Weight: 17 lbs
Width: 17.5"
Rear Facing Limits
Forward-Facing Limits
No Back Booster Limits
Highest Belt Guide Settings
22"
High Back Booster Limits
Height: 38-57"
Weight: 40-100lbs
Head Height Rules: ears must be below the top of the headrest
Other Important Details
Crash Replacement Policy
replace after a moderate or severe crash