The Maxi Cosi Mico AP is brand new on the market and I’m so excited that I was one of the first people to get to try it out! I will being doing a more in depth review next week but for now I want to give you my first impressions of the seat. I’m lucky enough to also have the Maxi Cosi Mico so I can really compare the two seats.
The Look and Feel
As soon as I lifted the Maxi Cosi Mico AP out of the box I was amazed out how light it was. The Mico is also very light but just by looking at them it would seem that the AP is heavier but that doesn’t seem to be the case and if it is it’s only slightly different. I almost instantly put the two car seats side by side to compare the two by looks
The first thing I noticed was that the Maxi Cosi Mico AP appears to be more “plush” than the Maxi Cosi Mico. The canopy portion is also different. The AP has a little bit more of a shade in the very front. The shoulder pads are also slightly different.
The main difference is the technology that the Maxi Cosi Mico AP has which is the Air Protect in the heah rest hence the “AP” in the name!
Ease of Install
We used the LATCH system for install.
The base was relatively easy to install into my car*. As with any car seat I had to sit on it to get it tight enough. This is pretty typically of most car seats that I install so it wasn’t an issue for me. I’m short so its relatively easy to do so. Someone taller with a little bit more leverage would probably be able to just use their knee to push down and tighten the LATCH where it needs to be in order not move an inch either front to back or side to side.
Before snapping the car seat into the base you want to make sure that you adjust the harness straps. It adjust easily in the back with a threading method that was easy to use.
With the Mico sometimes I would have a hard time getting the car seat to attach to the base but I’ve had no issues with the AP so far!
How Kyla likes it
So far Kyla seems to like her new car seat. It’s easy to get her in and out of and it seems to be very comfortable for her! I’ll update further next week!
Check Back next week to see how the car seat is fairing in active use and to learn more about the NEW Maxi Cosi AP
*I drive a 2003 Hyundai Elantra Hatchback 2
Maxi Cosi Mico AP retails for $199.99
Want to win it? I’ll be hosting a giveaway late next week!
Mary Happymommy says
The fact that it’s lightweight is really important. I have C-sections and it’s hard to lift a heavy car seat so I really appreciate the lightness.
Julie Ghrist says
I would love to win one of these! I love that it is light weight and that it has the air protect. It looks like it has more safety features than the mico
Amanda Alvarado says
I like that it’s light weight but still offers the level of protection it does!
Demanda Whitmore says
Looks like an awesome carseat! I really need to upgrade to something more lightweight for the next baby.
courtney b says
i love the pretty pink color !:)
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Tara says
I really like that so many newer car seats are adding safety features for side impact.
courtney b says
i think the color pink is absolutely gorgeous! I want this !:)
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courtney b says
i know I said it already but im super obsessed with the pink !:)
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Mariaelena Dominguez says
Love how cute and stylish they look!
courtney b says
I really like all the different color choices they have….
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Aura says
I like that it looks a bit bigger I love the maxi cosi mico but found it to be a bit snug for big babies
Mariaelena Dominguez says
Seriously loving this carseat, it looks super comfy for baby! Would love it for my daughter!
Mariaelena Dominguez says
I like that it’s a light carseat. Some are already heavy without the baby inside
Mariaelena Dominguez says
The new AP does look more plush and more comfy! I would love this for my baby girl!
Mariaelena Dominguez says
Who wouldn’t want their babe in this? Comfy, cute and most important safe!
Mariaelena Dominguez says
This carseat looks amazing! I just recently found out that carseats expire and my daughter uses one that i bought almost 5 years ago and it expires in 2 months, so Crossing my fingers!
Mami2jcn says
The colors are so beautiful. I love a good looking car seat!
Mariaelena Dominguez says
I love the all black one kids make a lot of mess while in the carseat.
courtney b says
it looks so plushy and soft ! i want one !:)
jess says
My preggo niece needs this seat!
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Jessica says
I love the sleek and modern look of the new AP. We have the Quinny Buzz (love it!) that came with adapters for the Maxi Cosi infant car seats, so this is a definite “must buy” for our next baby!
Mariaelena Dominguez says
Love it! I’d love this for my babygirl!!
Mary Happymommy says
I saw a side by side comparison of this car seat with the Graco snugride, and I was impressed at how much lighter this seat is!
Mariaelena Dominguez says
Love all the different color options! I couldn’t decide in which is my fave…that yellow is beautiful but the clack is so nice too and could be used for boy or girl and wouldn’t get so dirty!
courtney b says
the pink is so freakin pretty! if i had a baby girl i would want her to have this seat!
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Mariaelena Dominguez says
Our baby’s carseat expires soon so we would live this for my baby girl! She uses our son old carseat that I’ve had since about 5 years ago. Love the look of this carseat and looks way more comfy than the one we have!
Jennifer says
the ap looks bigger but for some reason i like that. makes it seem more secure!
julie says
my car seat was so heavy with my first child. I would love a lighter one this time around!
courtney b says
love that its so lightweight! 🙂
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courtney b says
I don’t know what to say anymore but I want this !:) lol
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Sindy Murray says
I like a car seat that is light. This car seat look pretty comfy!!
Mariaelena Dominguez says
I would love a lighter carseat and I’m sure my baby would live a comfier one! Fingers crossed!
Mary Happymommy says
I love the Envious Red and Milk Chocolate colors…they’re gender neutral yet really striking.
courtney b says
now im thinking I want black for my little boy 🙂
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Darwin says
I liked hearing that the carseat is lighter than you thought.
Casandra says
I love that you’re able to compare them! When I bought my seat, I wasn’t sure what to look for. It took tons of help. Its so helpful to see your thoughts on two products, thanks for the insights:)
alex fisher says
It does look plush!! Both my girls hated their seats and I kinda wonder if it’s because there was a lack of cushion.
Lynnelle says
I love how lightweight and plush it is! Only the best for my baby! =]