Full Review ⭐ Britax Römer Dualfix 2 R: Car Seat Swivel, ISOFIX, Group 0+/1 (Birth - 18 kg), Baby 0 to 4 Years Old, Fire Red

Britax is a well-respected car seat brand that has been manufacturing safe and innovative child restraint systems for over 70 years. The Britax Dualfix series offers rearward and forward facing car seats that provide safety and comfort from birth up to around 4 years old.

The Britax Dualfix 2 R is one of Britax's newer infant to toddler car seat models. It features a 360 degree swivelling base, side impact protection, and an adjustable headrest and harness height for growing children. This review will examine the key features, pros, cons, and other considerations of the Britax Dualfix 2 R to help parents determine if it's the right rear-facing and forward-facing car seat choice for their family.

Key Features

The Britax Römer Dualfix 2 R car seat offers parents the flexibility of both rearward and forward facing installation. This allows extended rearward facing, which is the safest option for babies and toddlers. The seat has a rearward facing weight limit of 18kg, enabling children to remain rearward facing up to around 4 years old. It can then be rotated to forward facing for older children up to 25kg.

The dual direction installation provides an excellent balance of safety and longevity. Parents can keep children rearward facing for as long as possible, before switching to forward facing when they exceed the rearward weight limit. This removes the need to purchase separate infant and toddler seats.

The Dualfix 2 R has deep, softly padded side wings which provide optimum side impact protection. They can be adjusted to fit snugly around the child, ensuring they are securely positioned in the seat. An adjustable headrest and harness also allows a precise fit as the child grows.

Built with safety as the priority, the seat has an advanced steel frame and energy absorbing shell to provide maximum shock absorption. The 5-point safety harness keeps children securely restrained, distributing crash forces across the body to protect vital organs.

Installation is made simple with easy routing of the vehicle seat belt and visual indicators which confirm the seat is properly secured. Isofix connectors provide an alternative rigid installation method for enhanced stability and reduced movement in accidents.

The cover is removable and washable, so parents can keep it clean for optimal hygiene. Other handy features include a recline position, ventilation channels to regulate temperature, and storage pockets for small toys or snacks.

For parents seeking an extended rearward facing option, the Britax Römer Multi-Tech III is another excellent choice. With a higher rearward facing weight limit of 29kg, it allows children to remain rear facing beyond their 4th birthday. The advanced safety features and adjustable fit also make it ideal for the next stage of forward facing up to 25kg.

With robust safety technology, longevity for multiple stages of development, and easy installation, the Dualfix 2 R delivers everything parents need in one optimized car seat.

Safety

The Britax Römer Dualfix 2 R prioritizes safety for children from birth to 4 years old. It has a deep, softly padded side wings that provide optimal side impact protection. The innovative Dualfix connectors keep the seat firmly in place during an impact, reducing forward movement to a minimum.

For rear-facing use, the seat has an adjustable headrest and harness to grow with your child. The deep, softly padded side wings and head pad provide additional protection. It utilizes Britax Römer’s patented Pivot Link system that reduces forces to the neck area by up to 25% in the event of a side impact collision.

For forward-facing use, the seat has a patented V-shaped backrest that distributes crash forces across the shell and away from your child. The extra-large side wings and head pad provide enhanced protection. It's equipped with Britax Römer’s patented Pivot Link system to reduce forces to the neck area by up to 30% during a side impact.

As your child grows, the Britax Römer Kid II Car Seat is an excellent choice for the next stage of their safety needs. This forward-facing seat is designed for children 15-36 kg, approximately 3.5 to 12 years old. With a modern design and 11-position adjustable headrest, it provides optimal protection as kids get bigger. The deep side wings and padded cover supply enhanced side impact protection. An intuitive belt guide ensures correct seat belt positioning, while the ISOFIT system anchors the seat securely in your car.

Overall, the Dualfix 2 R offers advanced safety systems for maximum protection and peace of mind in the early years. As children grow, the Britax Römer Kid II continues to provide excellent safety and comfort features to keep them secure.

Comfort

The DUALFIX 2 R prioritizes your child's comfort with its plush padding and adjustable features. The seat pad and headrest are thickly cushioned for extra comfort on long journeys.

The headrest has 5 height positions to accommodate your growing child and ensure proper head and neck support. Adjust the headrest height by squeezing the side buttons and sliding it up or down.

The harness system is also adjustable in height with 11 positions, so you can find the right shoulder strap height as your little one grows. The straps can be easily adjusted from the front of the seat without rethreading, making it simple to achieve the proper fit.

For your baby's sensitive skin, the soft padded buckle tongues click gently into place without pinching. The chest pads provide extra cushioning and comfort across the chest and shoulders. Overall, the generous padding and adjustable headrest and harness allow you to customize the seat for your child's maximum comfort.

Easy Installation

The Britax Dualfix 2 R car seat is designed for easy installation using either ISOFIX or the vehicle seat belt.

The ISOFIX system provides a simple, secure installation. There are two rigid ISOFIX connectors that click into anchors located between the vehicle seat back and seat cushion. The ISOFIX connection keeps the seat firmly attached to the car. For extra stability, the seat has an adjustable support leg that extends to the vehicle floor.

For installation without ISOFIX, the car seat can be installed using just the vehicle's 3-point seat belt. There are belt guides to route the vehicle belt and ensure a proper fit. The support leg helps stabilize the seat and reduce forward movement during an impact.

The car seat is compatible with most vehicles that have ISOFIX and can also be safely installed in vehicles without ISOFIX anchors using the seat belt. The rigid ISOFIX connectors and support leg provide peace of mind that the seat is securely and correctly installed. Overall, the Dualfix 2 R is designed to make installation as straightforward as possible in a wide range of vehicles.

Adjustability

The Britax Römer Dualfix 2 R car seat offers multiple adjustable features to ensure your child is safe and comfortable as they grow.

Height Adjustable

The headrest on the Dualfix 2 R has 11 different height positions, allowing you to adjust it as your child gets taller. It's easy to adjust with one hand, even when your child is sitting in the seat. The height can be adjusted from 25 cm to 62 cm to accommodate children from birth up to 105 cm in height.

Recline Positions

The Dualfix 2 R has 3 different recline positions. You can recline the seat more fully for newborns and then gradually adjust to a more upright position as your baby gets older. There are easy-to-use buttons on each side of the seat to change the recline angle. This allows you to find the most comfortable position for your child during travel.

Extra Features

The Dualfix 2 R has a number of useful extra features that add convenience and versatility:

Harness Indicators

The harness has colored indicators that let you know when the harness is tightened properly. When you pull the harness straps, the indicators will change from red to green when adjusted correctly. This takes the guesswork out of securing your child.

Ventilation System

To keep your child cool on hot days, the Dualfix 2 R has an air ventilation system in the headrest area. Air can flow through the headrest padding and special channels redirect it towards your child. This airflow helps prevent heat buildup and perspiration.

Cup Holder

A cup holder is integrated into the side of the seat for holding drinks and sippy cups. The holder can flip out when needed and tucks away when not in use. This allows you to keep essentials within reach for your child without them getting spilled. The cup holder is designed not to interfere with the safety or functionality of the car seat.

Weight and Dimensions

The Dualfix 2 R car seat has weight limits suited for babies and toddlers. It's designed for children from birth to 18 kg (approximately birth to 4 years).

The minimum weight is 40 cm and the maximum height is 105 cm. So it can accommodate smaller newborns as well as toddlers nearing the transition to a booster seat.

In terms of dimensions, the Dualfix 2 R measures 45 x 61 x 49 cm. The seat itself weighs approximately 13.6 kg. This makes it a substantial rear-facing seat, but still manageable for moving in and out of cars.

The weight and dimensions allow the Dualfix 2 R to safely accommodate children through different growth stages while rear-facing. It's a suitable option for fitting smaller infants snugly as well as allowing adequate leg room for older children approaching the maximum size limits.

Maintenance

The Britax Römer Dualfix 2 R has covers that are easy to remove and machine washable, making it simple to keep clean. The harness straps can also be removed if needed for a deep cleaning.

Replacement parts are readily available directly from Britax if any part becomes worn out or damaged over time. The chest pads, body inserts, harness straps, buckle, and covers can all be purchased separately. This makes the Dualfix 2 R easy to maintain in like-new condition.

Britax offers excellent customer support and guidance on proper maintenance procedures to extend the life of the car seat as long as possible. With basic care and maintenance, the Dualfix 2 R can last through multiple children.

Pros and Cons

Pros:

• Provides rear-facing safety for infants and forward-facing safety for older children up to 18kg
• Installs easily with ISOFIX or vehicle seatbelt
• Swivels 360 degrees for easy placing and removing child
• 5-point harness with one-pull adjustment for security and comfort
• Well-padded and ventilated for comfort
• Adjustable headrest and harness height as child grows
• Includes side-impact protection
• Machine washable covers

Cons:

• Heavy and large, not ideal for frequently changing between vehicles
• Difficult to tightly install rear-facing in some vehicles
• May not fit smaller infants as well due to shell size
• Installation takes time to get right
• Price is on the higher end