Pros: Pattern Adjustable Anti-eascape is optional Booster convertible Easy for older toddler to buckle; not so easy to unbuckle Cons: Chest straps loosen too easy (when not using cushion) No LATCH No cupholders My daughter loves this carseat. I asked her what she wanted in a carseat, and being 4 just mentioned unicorns and rainbows. This is the only one I found that matched that, so we bought it. The carseat arrived quickly internationally, 8 days from the shipment date from UK to US. I liked that it was easy to put together (the back does come off for booster conversion), the buckle for the harness -- while different from what we are used to -- is still easy to buckle; even for my daughter. The anti escape portion is optional, which I'm glad of. It fits her perfectly with plenty of room to grow. The part I dont like about the seat is the button to loosen the chest straps is easily pressed by the child when you dont have the cushion part on. That's the biggest part I would be wary of, especially since its blatantly marked on the fabric and easy for the child to find. Also, this seat does NOT come with the LATCH system. It is installed strictly by the shoulder/lap belt. Those are the two biggest cons for me. The other small con is there are no cupholders. Fortunately I have one in the car that my daughter can use, but that may not be the case in your car.