Recommended – The Infa Secure Emerge is currently the widest G seat on the Australian market, the issue of head flop still remains with many parents struggling to tighten the harness. However the emerge does have an Easy installation when then safe grip clamp is used with an adjustable buckle and deep seat for larger children.
Basic Information
Infa Secure Emerge was the first of it’s type; G (fully harnessed until 7+) seat released into the market; when the 2013 standards came into effect. These standards changed in 2014. Since then there has been very little change in this model. Many parents and fitters are wondering if there are any solutions to the very apparent issues with the Infa secure Emerge .
- Width (Base) – 43cm
- Width (Headrest) – 49cm
- 12 months through to a large 7 year old
- Easy install belt path
- Height Adjustable Buckle
- ACT (superior protection to a wider child)
The recline on the Infa-Secure Emerge (other known names include Pulsar/Orbit/Accomplish/Opus); still remains unresolved, contributing to head flop; even with the addition of the rolled up towel. We have found in any dual cab this seat is not suitable. The Britax Maxi Guard; either model (Basic or Pro ); would be better solution in vehicles where the cars seat is upright.
As a rule of thumb the Emerge conforms to the shape of the cars seat. When the car has deep bucket seats then after installation the seat will conform to the depth of the seat
Easy Installation…
The installation path is not obvious but when a parent reads the manual or watches the youtube videos then it can be installed by most parents without the need for a locking clip. Infa Secure have included a Safe Grip clamp to most seats which makes the installation more secure and is a easy process for most parents
Infa Secure Emerge Harness fit and tightness
The fit of the harness around your child; is not as firm in comparison to that of a Britax maxi guard. whose initial position sits lower making the maxi guard a better choice for children whose growth is slower. The Smaller increments means the harness is tighter around your child a better fit; therefore keeping your child safer.
Integrated Car Headrest issues
All Infa Secure forward facing baby car seat have their top tether strap in the centre and the buckle position is not adjustable. The centre position of the top tether strap (inc. Infa Secure Emerge) means that when you have an integrated headrest; whether it is a Toyota Camry, Volvo xc60 or a Jeep Discovery; it is difficult to connect the top tether to the anchor point; as a result, the top tether cannot be easily connected to the anchor point and must be split around the head rest or over the top of the headrest.
Comparison – Britax Maxi GuardIn comparison the Britax Maxi Guard has the top tether attached on either sider of the child restraint; allowing for a more secure connection to the anchor point. The buckle position is not adjustable and being in the centre means that when the anchor point is is directly in line with the centre and near the top of the seat; it is not possible to tighten the tether strap on Infa secure seats.
The harness adjustments on the Infa Secure Emerge are approximately 30 mm apart; in comparison, Britax harness adjustments are only 15mm . The smaller harness adjustment of the Britax Maxi Guard ensures a closer (and safer) fit for your child. The better harness options are available with an easy of use harness adjustment ; making the Britax Maxi guard is a better choice.
Infa Secure Emerge recommendation
In summary Recommended – the Infa Secure Emerge is let down by a number of issues but the easy installation, the air cocoon technology adjustable buckle make up for the deficiencies. When/if the issues are resolved then the emerge would eb the best seat ion the market.