Portable Car Seats for Holidays, Taxis and Everyday Travel
Changing cars doesn’t need to mean wrestling with a full-size car seat. Cosatto travel car seats combine proper high-back protection with a compact folding design, making them easier to carry, store and take on family adventures.
Both the On The Go i-Size and Ninja i-Go R129 fold into an included travel bag. They are designed for different stages, however, so your child’s height, age and the fittings available in the vehicle should guide your choice.
Choosing the Right Travel Car Seat
Whether it’s a family holiday, a trip in the grandparents’ car or the everyday school run, the right travel car seat makes getting out and about that little bit easier. Look for something that’s right for your child, fits the cars you’ll use and won’t be a faff to carry along.
Choose by Your Child’s Stage.
For babies and younger toddlers, check the minimum height, age and approved direction of travel. Under UK rules, children using height-based seats must remain rear-facing until they are over 15 months old. Shop our baby and rear-facing car seats if your child is not ready for a forward-facing travel seat.
For older toddlers, look for an appropriate harness, adjustable head support and clear installation requirements. Some seats may require ISOFIX and a top tether when used in harness mode.
For older children, a foldable high-back booster can provide a practical combination of support and portability. Check the minimum height and whether the seat uses the vehicle belt, ISOFIX or both.
Taking a Car Seat on Holiday
Travelling with kids usually means having your hands full before you’ve even reached the airport. A car seat that folds down and comes with a carry bag is one less awkward thing to wrestle with. Thinking of taking it into the cabin? Check the airline’s bag rules first, as each one sets its own limits.
For taxis, hire cars and car sharing, check which vehicle fittings the seat requires. Belt-fitted options can be useful when ISOFIX cannot be guaranteed, while other seats or modes may require ISOFIX and a top tether.
For grandparents’ cars, secondary vehicles and school runs, look for straightforward installation, compact storage and features that make the seat easy to move regularly.
What Should I Look for in a Travel Car Seat?
Before choosing a portable car seat, consider:
- Height and age range: Make sure your child meets all minimum requirements for the seat and its intended mode of use.
- R129 approved: Every Cosatto travel car seat in this collection is R129-approved. Check the product’s height range and fitting requirements to ensure it suits your child and vehicle.
- Installation: Confirm whether it requires a vehicle belt, ISOFIX, a top tether or a combination of fittings.
- Vehicle compatibility: Use the Cosatto Car Seat Fit Checker and consult the fitting list supplied with the seat.
- Carry weight and folded size: Consider how often you will carry the seat and where you will store it.
- Travel features: Carry bags, handles, shoulder straps and free-standing folds can make travelling easier.
- Comfort and care: Adjustable head support, recline positions and washable covers can be useful for regular and longer journeys.
