Nuna car seats are considered some of the safest car seat choices on the market.
Models including the PIPA series infant car seats, RAVA convertible car seat and AACE booster seat are best sellers known for safety features that go above and beyond U.S. safety standards.
Are Nuna car seats FAA approved?
Yes, Nuna makes several car seat models that are FAA approved, including the RAVA convertible car seat and EXEC convertible-to-booster car seat. The following Nuna car seat models are FAA approved:
Nuna PIPA infant car seat
Nuna PIPA Lite infant car seat - MUST be installed using included base
Nuna PIPA RX infant car seat
Nuna PIPA Lite R infant car seat - MUST be installed using included base
Nuna PIPA Lite LX infant car seat - MUST be installed using included base
Nuna PIPA Lite RX infant car seat
Nuna RAVA convertible car seat
Nuna EXEC convertible-to-booster car seat - with Harness only, cannot be used in Booster mode in aircraft
How long can I use the Nuna RAVA?
The Nuna RAVA is a long lasting convertible car seat! It first rear-faces and then flips around and can be installed forward-facing. The RAVA fits children from 5 pounds to 65 pounds or up to 49 inches tall. Car seats are outgrown as soon as one of the limits is met. The RAVA can also be outgrown by torso height - once the harness straps cannot come from even or above your child’s shoulders when forward-facing, the seat is outgrown regardless of the other limits.
Typically a child can fit in the Nuna RAVA until 5-7 years old! Most will outgrow the seat in torso height or overall height. On average a child reaches 49” around 6-8 years old, whereas they won’t reach 65 pounds until 7-10 years old.
The Nuna RAVA expires 10 years after the date of manufacture. The date of manufacture is printed on the underside of your car seat.
Why Are Nuna Car Seats So Expensive?
Nuna is so expensive because of the features, design, and materials used. Nuna is a luxury brand known for its commitment to safety, often surpassing industry standards. Nuna car seats offer premium safety features such as an all steel frame, side impact protection system, anti-rebound panel, rigid latch, and steel stability/load leg.
Nuna car seats are also fashioned solely from materials that are free of fire retardant additives as well as other chemicals like PFAS. They are crafted with an emphasis on quality, comfort, and safety. Nuna seats are also some of the easiest to use and install. A correctly installed seat is one of the most important factors in keeping your child safe in their seat. Nuna car seats offer durable construction and features that make your child’s ride more comfortable too such as adjustable recline positions, plush fabrics, and soft inserts.
Ultimately, whether Nuna car seats are worth it for you depends on your priorities, preferences, and budget considerations. If safety, premium features, and a stylish design are significant to you and fit within your budget, a Nuna car seat may be a worthwhile investment!