When our previous convertible car seat was recalled, I began looking for a replacement option. I had always heard Britax was a reliable brand and was drawn to the 50lb rear facing limit of the Poplar. The click tight technology makes for an extremely easy installation and the seat feels very tight and secure once installed. My son seems comfortable and I like that the sides are slight lower than our previous seat, which makes it easier to get him in and out.
The only negative I’ve run into so far (which is more just an adjustment vs. our previous car seat) is that the harness release button is sometimes hard for me to find/reach.
I provided this honest and true product review in exchange for a rebate on my purchase.
Poplar Convertible Car Seat
$
299.99
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Stone Onyx
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Overview
Highlights
- Fits child between 5-65 lbs
- Stages: Infant, Convertible
- Does not rotate
- Comes with two cup holders
Description
The Britax Poplar Convertible Car Seat accommodates up to 50 lbs rear-facing to help keep little ones riding safely longer, and easily switches to a forward facing car seat when they’re ready. ClickTight Technology installation provides fully open seat belt paths that are clearly labeled and easy to access, and the automatic tensioner takes care of the tightening.
Slim outside and spacious inside, the toddler car seat features 17” SpaceSaver technology designed to fit three across (in most vehicles). For added safety, it also features patented SafeCell crumple zone and V-shaped top tether to help manage crash energy. The reinforced frame and belt paths provide strength and stability. More to feel good about: fabrics are naturally flame retardant with no added FR chemicals and safe to machine wash and dry.
What we about it
An easy-to-install narrow car seat for 5-65 lbs.Details
- Stages: Infant, Convertible
- Overall Dimensions: 23.5” (H) x 17” (W) x 20.5” (D)
- Product Weight: 27.2 lbs
- Rear Facing Capacity: 5-50 lbs, Max 49”
- Forward Facing Capacity: 22-65 lbs, Max 49”
- Number of Recline Positions: 6
- Number of Crotch Strap Positions: 3
- Car Seat Features:
- Level Indicators
- No-Rethread Harness
- FAA Approved
- Number of Cup Holders: 2
- Cleaning and Care: Machine Wash cold, delicate cycle, mild soap
- Certifications: FMVSS213/CMVSS213
- Manufacturer’s Warranty: 1 Year Limited
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Customer reviews
10 Ratings
10 Reviews
Rated 5 out of 5
Feb 3, 2025
Very happy with purchase
Rated 5 out of 5
Aug 24, 2024
We love this seat!!
We recently got this seat as our daughter was outgrowing her infant seat and we’re in love! It’s so beautiful and comfy. We picked the S as there was more cushion/padding included and I’m glad we did. We did notice that Britax car seats tend to have shorter crotch straps, but she still fits in this comfortably And has no problems with the buckle. I’d highly recommend this seat!!
Rated 5 out of 5
Aug 17, 2024
Great quality! Easy to install!
The car seat is very nice quality. Out of the box you can see a lot of labeling for where things should go and how to install. The instructions are very simple and when I wanted a visual example there are several on YouTube. After following the YouTube video I had the car seat installed and used the recommended seat belt method. Using the seatbelt was even less intimidating than the lower anchors because of the click tight technology.
One of the biggest draws of this car seat was the promise of front to back space saving. It is a much better fit than our maxi-cosi infant car seat. Thankful it still seems very roomy for the baby.
The only negative I ran into is that we are using this for our 40 percentile 5 month old and I wasn’t sure if the harness pads needed to be used for her. (They don’t). After some searching and googling I was able to find the answer.
One of the biggest draws of this car seat was the promise of front to back space saving. It is a much better fit than our maxi-cosi infant car seat. Thankful it still seems very roomy for the baby.
The only negative I ran into is that we are using this for our 40 percentile 5 month old and I wasn’t sure if the harness pads needed to be used for her. (They don’t). After some searching and googling I was able to find the answer.
Rated 5 out of 5
Aug 16, 2024
Love this seat!
Love this seat!
I love the slim design of the Poplar! We have loved the clicktight feature on all of our Britax seats (this is our third seat) and we have not been disappointed! The Poplar will provide a lot of flexibility when transporting 3 across. Very happy with this purchase!
I provided this Honest and True Product Review in exchange for a rebate on my purchase.
I love the slim design of the Poplar! We have loved the clicktight feature on all of our Britax seats (this is our third seat) and we have not been disappointed! The Poplar will provide a lot of flexibility when transporting 3 across. Very happy with this purchase!
I provided this Honest and True Product Review in exchange for a rebate on my purchase.
Rated 5 out of 5
Aug 13, 2024
Better than expected & will get long use from it!
Installing this car seat was a breeze and I really took a liking to this click-tight system- makes me confident that my baby is riding safely. The cushions look way more luxurious in person than in pictures and I see the Poplar lasting for several stages. Aside from being a convertible car seat, that will transition to forward facing, it has a lot of head positions so if my baby needs the height i'm certain it will accommodate!
It's nice that the Poplar is set up so you can add the stability bar if you're fixated on that. My only wish is that Britax made a way to add a canopy for extra shade like many infant car seats already come with. I provided this Honest and True Product Review in exchange for a rebate on my purchase.
It's nice that the Poplar is set up so you can add the stability bar if you're fixated on that. My only wish is that Britax made a way to add a canopy for extra shade like many infant car seats already come with. I provided this Honest and True Product Review in exchange for a rebate on my purchase.
Rated 5 out of 5
Jul 16, 2024
Small seat with BIG LOVE!
We wanted to wait for this review until after our big up-north trip, and I am SO happy I did because it was AMAZING! My daughter who NEVER naps anymore since being forward facing, napped half the trip because she was so comfortable! The ClickTight installation system is a game-changer. It makes installing the seat so easy and secure—no more wrestling with seat belts or worrying if it’s in right. The built-in lock-offs and LATCH connectors are straightforward, making the whole process quick and hassle-free. My daughter loves this seat! It’s super padded and comfy. The adjustable headrest and harness will grow with her, so she’s always snug and happy. Plus, there are multiple recline positions for rear-facing babes. The Britax Poplar has a nice compact design. It’s roomy enough for my daughter but doesn’t take up too much space in the car. It would definitely fit well in smaller cars, and even in our large SUV we needed a seat that could fit with multiple in the 3rd row. Overall, I’m super happy with the Britax Poplar car seat. It’s easy to install, super comfortable for my daughter, and fits well in my car. Highly recommend!
I provided this Honest and True Product Review in exchange for a rebate on my purchase.
I provided this Honest and True Product Review in exchange for a rebate on my purchase.
Rated 5 out of 5
Jul 7, 2024
Perfect 3 across
This is the perfect car seat if you need 3 across and have a small back seat. It was extremely easy to install. You can wash the covers. It was a little confusing trying to learn how to move the shoulder pads if your baby is under 22 pounds but then I found YouTube short from Britax showing it and it was so easy. I see us purchasing more poplars for future kids in our tiny crv.
Rated 5 out of 5
Jun 24, 2024
I wish I had this seat three years ago!
I have been a fan of Britax since I purchased our first Britax three years ago. When Britax came out with the Poplar, I knew I would be a fan. We needed a convertible seat for our 10 month old and this was the perfect choice. I am so impressed the comfort, sturdiness, and extra convenience features this seat has.
I provided this Honest and True Product Review in exchange for a rebate on my purchase.
I provided this Honest and True Product Review in exchange for a rebate on my purchase.
Rated 4 out of 5
Apr 2, 2024
Great for three across
This is my first narrow car seat and I’m happy with it, there are just a few things I don’t love. I initially bought it for my youngest, so I set it up for her. The shoulder pads are only to be used for certain ages, so I had to remove them for her. I like the idea of them not being able to come completely off, but the storage spot was hard to figure out. My plans changed since my youngest still fits in her infant seat so I adjusted the seat for my oldest. I put the pads back on and adjusted it for forward facing instead. I don’t love the set up for the forward facing strap. I put this in a GMC Yukon and had to make it way longer, then moved it to a Chevy 2500 which had to be as short as possible. The strap is not very easy to adjust when you’re in tight quarters. Everything else I’ve loved about the seat. Super easy to adjust the buckle placement, recline, height, etc. I love the ease of installment with the ClickTight system. That is what sold me on the Britax brand to begin with. Both kids were very comfortable in the seat; I found my youngest sitting in it all the time before I got it installed in the vehicle. I provided this honest and true review in exchange for a rebate on my purchase.
Rated 5 out of 5
Mar 27, 2024
LOVE this seat! So comfy and easy to install
We have been using this seat for the past month and are so happy with it! The slim design helps us a lot because we have a smaller car and 2 kids. The ClickTight install is also super easy - the seat does NOT budge!!
