Which Isofix Maxi Cosi Base For My Car Seat?

When it comes to the safety of our children in the car, every detail counts. Maxi Cosi, leader in the field of child car seats, has developed a range of ISOFIX bases to guarantee a solid and secure installation of its car seats. However, with several models available, how can you be sure to choose the right ISOFIX base for your car seat? car seat Maxi Cosi?

In this article, we'll take a closer look at the different Maxi Cosi ISOFIX bases and their compatibility with the brand's car seats, to help you make the right choice.

What is an Isofix Maxi Cosi Base?

An ISOFIX Maxi Cosi base is a device designed to facilitate the installation of car seats for babies and children in a car. It uses the ISOFIX system, an international standard for anchoring car seats, which allows a solid and secure installation without having to use the vehicle's safety belt. The ISOFIX base remains fixed in the car, and the car seat can be easily installed or removed from the base, making installation and removal of the car seat quick and easy.

Advantages of Maxi Cosi Isofix Bases

ISOFIX bases offer a number of advantages in terms of safety and convenience when installing child car seats. Here is a list of the advantages of ISOFIX Maxi Cosi bases:

• Sliding technology SlideTech technology: Exclusively available with the Family 360 Pro base, SlideTech technology allows the seat to slide outwards for unrivalled ease of access, making it easy to get the child in and out of the car.
• 360° rotation With the 360 Family and 360 Pro Family swivel bases, you get full rotation for even easier installation and removal of the child.
• Increased security ISOFIX: ISOFIX provides a direct, solid connection between the Maxi Cosi car seat and the vehicle structure, minimising the risk of incorrect installation.
• Simplified installation ISOFIX Maxi Cosi bases are designed for "Click & Go" installation, enabling the car seat to be fitted or removed in just a few seconds.
• Reduced installation errors A large number of car seats are incorrectly fitted with a safety belt. ISOFIX Maxi Cosi considerably reduces this risk.
• Stability The Maxi Cosi car seat remains stable and will not move, even in the event of sudden movements of the vehicle, thanks to the ISOFIX attachment.
• Indicators of correct installation Many ISOFIX Maxi Cosi bases have visual or audible indicators to confirm that the seat is correctly attached, for optimum peace of mind.

• Compatibility The majority of modern cars are equipped with ISOFIX anchorage points, allowing the same ISOFIX Maxi Cosi base to be used in different vehicles.
• Enhanced protection in the event of a collision The direct connection with the vehicle's structure reduces seat movement in the event of an accident, offering greater protection for the child.
• Adaptability Some ISOFIX Maxi Cosi bases are upgradeable, adapting to different models and sizes of car seat as the child grows.
• Time saving Installing and removing the car seat is quicker with an ISOFIX Maxi Cosi base than with a traditional seatbelt.
• Comfort The seat is firmly attached, so there is less vibration and movement, ensuring a more comfortable ride for the child.
• Excellent crash test results: The ISOFIX Maxi Cosi bases, combined with their respective car seats, have regularly demonstrated their effectiveness in terms of safety. In tests carried out by the ADAC, Stifung Warentest and ANWB, these combinations have often obtained excellent results, attesting to their ability to offer the best possible protection in the event of an accident.

Are Maxi Cosi Isofix Bases Universal?

No, Maxi Cosi ISOFIX bases are not universal. Although Maxi-Cosi uses the standard ISOFIX system for its bases, each base is specifically designed to be compatible with certain car seat models.

So, if you have a Cybex car seatyou must opt for a Cybex ISOFIX base. Similarly, for Britax car seats Romer, only Britax ISOFIX bases are compatible. Always check that your car seat and ISOFIX base are compatible before buying or using them together.

Car Seat Compatibility And Maxi Cosi Isofix Base

When it comes to ensuring your child's safety and comfort in the car, choosing the right ISOFIX base is essential. Maxi Cosi, leader in car seats, offers a wide range of ISOFIX bases adapted to different seat models. To make sure you get it right, make sure your isofix base is compatible with the Maxi Cosi car seat model you want.

Presentation Of All Maxi Cosi Isofix Bases

Maxi Cosi bases, adapted exclusively to the brand's baby and child car seats, are essential for simple and safe installation. Maxi Cosi offers a range of ISOFIX bases designed for quick and efficient installation. Let's take a look at the main features of each ISOFIX base.

FamilyFix 360 Pro base

The Maxi-Cosi FamilyFix 360 Pro base is an innovation designed to make life easier for parents. It is the only car seat base that pivots and slides towards you using Maxi-Cosi's patented SlideTech™ technology. This revolutionary technology allows you to get your child in and out of the car with unparalleled ease, avoiding backaches, head banging and installation difficulties. Simply buckle, slide and swivel to be ready to go.

Important features:

• Innovative SlideTech™ technology: Sliding car seat technology that makes everyday life easier.
• One-handed rotation FlexiSpin : Allows the Pebble 360 Pro and Pearl 360 Pro seats to be swivelled easily, with just one hand, to any reclining position.
• Safe travel : The rotation lock button ensures that your baby is always sitting facing forward until around 15 months.
• Visual installation indicators : Practical indicators to ensure that the car seat is correctly installed.

Compatible car seats :

• Maxi Cosi Pebble 360 Pro
• Maxi Cosi Pearl 360 Pro
• Maxi Cosi Coral 360
• Maxi Cosi Pebble 360

FamilyFix 360 base

The Maxi-Cosi FamilyFix 360 base is designed to support children's rapid growth. It is part of the 360 Family range, a new generation of swivelling car seats. This base is compatible with Pebble 360 and Pearl 360 car seats, allowing you to carry your baby from birth to 4 years of age. It makes car seat installation quick and easy, without having to bend over or strain your back.

Important features:

• Intuitive one-handed rotation: A built-in rotation system makes it easy to turn the 360 car seats.
• FlexiSpin rotation : Allows the base to be swivelled to any tilt position.
• Travels in the rear-facing position up to 4 years: For extra protection for your child's head and neck.
• Visual and audible indicators : To make sure the car seat is correctly installed.

Compatible car seats :

• Maxi Cosi Pearl 360 Pro
• Maxi Cosi Pearl 360
• Maxi Cosi Pebble 360 Pro
• Maxi Cosi Pebble 360
• Maxi Cosi Coral 360

CabrioFix i Size base

The Maxi-Cosi CabrioFix i-Size base is specially designed to complement the Maxi-Cosi CabrioFix i-Size car seat. It offers an easy-to-use Click & Go installation. The base attaches easily to your car's ISOFIX attachment points. Once in place, it can remain in the car, securing the CabrioFix i-Size car seat with a simple 'click'. Visual indicators on the base ensure that the CabrioFix i-Size base and the CabrioFix i-Size car seat are correctly installed, guaranteeing a safe journey.

Important features:

• Designed for the CabrioFix i-Size car seat: Allows optimum ISOFIX installation.
• Click & Go installation : Quick and easy to attach the car seat to the base.
• i-Size safety : Complies with the latest European i-Size safety standards.
• Installation indicators : Visual indicators to confirm correct installation.

Compatible car seat :

• Maxi Cosi CabrioFix i-Size

FamilyFix 3 base

The Maxi-Cosi FamilyFix3 base is designed to provide an easy and secure 'Click & Go' installation for your car seats. It is compatible with several infant and child car seat models, making it ideal for extended use up to around 4 years. It complies with the latest European i-Size safety regulations, allowing the car seat to be used in a variety of ways. rear facing car seat up to approximately 4 years of age. The base is equipped with light and sound indicators to ensure correct installation.

Main features:

• i-Size safety : Complies with the latest European i-Size safety regulations, allowing the car seat to be used rear-facing up to around the age of 4.
• Confirmation of installation : Indicator lights and audible signals to ensure correct installation.
• Click & Go installation : Reduces the risk of incorrect installation by attaching the car seat to an ISOFIX base.
• Long-term use : Compatible with car seats for babies and children up to 4 years old.

Compatible car seats :

• Maxi Cosi Jade
• Maxi Cosi Tinca
• Maxi Cosi Rock
• Maxi Cosi Pebble Plus
• Maxi Cosi Pebble Pro
• Maxi Cosi Pearl Smart i-Size
• Maxi Cosi Pearl Pro 2 i-Size
• Maxi Cosi Pearl Pro i-Size
• Maxi Cosi Pearl Smart i-Size
• Maxi Cosi Coral 360
• Maxi Cosi Coral
• Maxi Cosi CabrioFix i-Size
• Maxi Cosi CabrioFix S i-Size

FamilyFix 2 base

The Maxi-Cosi FamilyFix2 base is designed to fit both infant and child car seats, offering rear-facing installation from birth to around 4 years of age. It complies with the latest European i-Size safety standard, guaranteeing enhanced safety. The base attaches easily to your vehicle's ISOFIX anchor points, and once installed, you can leave the FamilyFix2 base in your car. The Pebble Pro i-Size, Rock i-Size and Tinca i-Size infant car seats attach to the base in just one click, thanks to Click & Go installation.

Important features:

• i-Size approved for enhanced safety: Complies with the latest European i-Size safety standard.
• Confirmation of installation : Visual indicators to ensure correct installation.
• Click & Go installation : Quick and easy attachment of the car seat to the FamilyFix2 ISOFIX base.
• Rear-facing position up to 4 years: Compatible with baby and child car seats.

Compatible car seats :

• Maxi Cosi Jade
• Maxi Cosi Tinca
• Maxi Cosi Rock
• Maxi Cosi Pebble Plus
• Maxi Cosi Pebble Pro
• Maxi Cosi Pearl Smart i-Size
• Maxi Cosi Pearl Pro 2 i-Size
• Maxi Cosi Pearl Pro i-Size
• Maxi Cosi Pearl Smart i-Size
• Maxi Cosi Coral 360
• Maxi Cosi Coral
• Maxi Cosi CabrioFix i-Size

3wayFix base

The Maxi-Cosi 3wayFix base is designed for long-term use, from birth to around 4 years. It is compatible with several car seat models, including the Jade carrycot, Pebble Plus and Pearl Pro i-Size. This base uses the ISOFIX system for a secure connection to your vehicle. Once installed, it allows 'Click & Go' or 'Slide & Go' installation, making it easy to secure the car seat. Visual indicators on the base ensure that the car seat is correctly installed.

Important features:

• i-Size safety Complies with the latest European i-Size safety regulations.
• Confirmation of installation : Indicator lights and audible signals to ensure correct installation.
• Click & Go installation For quick and safe attachment of the car seat to the base.
• Long-term use Compatible with car seats for babies and children up to 4 years old.

Compatible car seats :

• Maxi Cosi Jade
• Maxi Cosi Pearl Pro 2
• Maxi Cosi Pearl Pro i-Size
• Maxi Cosi Pearl Smart i-Size
• Maxi Cosi Pearl One i-Size
• Maxi Cosi Pebble Pro
• Maxi Cosi Pebble Plus
• Maxi Cosi Rock

Base Marble

The Maxi-Cosi Marble base is specially designed for the Marble car seat, which offers unrivalled comfort thanks to its 157° recline, allowing your baby to sleep almost flat. This base is ideal for those who want to use their Marble car seat in more than one vehicle. It offers quick and easy "Click & Go" installation, ensuring the seat is secure every time. What's more, the Marble base is equipped with installation indicators for the ISOFIX system, strut position and seat attachment, ensuring optimum safety.

Important features:

• Optimum comfort Designed for the 157° reclining Marble car seat.
• Click & Go installation Quick and easy car seat attachment.
• i-Size safety (R129) Complies with the strictest European safety standards.
• Indicators of correct installation : Indicators to guarantee safe installation.

Compatible car seat :

• Maxi Cosi Marble

Tinca base

The Tinca i-Size base from Maxi Cosi is designed to offer optimum safety when travelling in the car with your baby. This model is designed for quick and easy installation thanks to the "Click & Go" system. This base is ideal for ensuring that the car seat is always correctly attached to the car. It is exclusively compatible with the Maxi Cosi Tinca i-Size car seat.

Important features:

• i-Size safety Complies with the strictest European safety standards for car seats.
• Click & Go installation For quick and safe attachment of the car seat to the base.
• Compatibility Designed specifically for the Tinca i-Size car seat.
• Low prices Special offer for Club Orchestra members.

Compatible car seat :

• Maxi Cosi Tinca i-Size
• maxi Cosi CabrioFix i-Size

2wayFix base

The Maxi-Cosi 2wayFix base is specially designed for quick and easy Click & Go installation. It is compatible with Pebble Plus and 2wayPearl car seats, making it suitable for use from birth to around 4 years of age. The base offers optimum safety and is constantly tested and approved for its ease of use. Indicator lights on the base let you know when your Maxi-Cosi car seat is correctly secured.

Main features:

• Click & Go installation : For secure and easy attachment of the car seat.
• Visual indicators : Indicator lights on the base let you know when your Maxi-Cosi car seat is correctly attached.
• Compatibility : The 2wayFix base is compatible with the Pebble Plus infant car seat and the 2wayPearl child car seat.
• Safety : The base offers optimum safety and is constantly tested and approved for its ease of use.

Compatible car seats :

• Maxi Cosi Pearl Pro i-Size
• Maxi Cosi Pearl Smart i-Size
• Maxi Cosi Pearl One i-Size
• Maxi Cosi 2wayPearl
• Maxi Cosi Pebble Pro
• Maxi Cosi Pebble Plus
• Maxi Cosi Rock

FamilyFix One i-Size Base

The Maxi-Cosi FamilyFix One i-Size base is perfectly suited to work with the Rock, Pearl Smart i-Size and Pearl One i-Size car seats. It offers an easy-to-use "Click & Go" installation. The base is designed to fit both infant and child car seats, allowing you to use it for extended periods of time. The base is fitted with indicators to confirm that the car seat is correctly installed.

Main features:

• ISOFIX installation : Designed for secure installation with the car's ISOFIX connectors.
• Click & Go" installation: Allows the car seat to be attached quickly and securely.
• Indicators of correct installation : The base is fitted with indicators to confirm that the car seat is correctly installed.
• Compatibility : The base is compatible with Rock, Pearl Smart i-Size and Pearl One i-Size car seats.

Compatible car seats :

• Maxi Cosi Pearl Pro i-Size
• Maxi Cosi Pearl Smart i-Size
• Maxi Cosi Pearl One i-Size
• Maxi Cosi 2wayPearl
• Maxi Cosi Pebble Pro
• Maxi Cosi Pebble Plus
• Maxi Cosi Rock

FamilyFix base

The Maxi-Cosi FamilyFix base is the ideal complement to the CabrioFix or Pearl car seats, offering a quick and easy 'Click & Go' installation. The base complies with the R44 standard and is suitable for infant and toddler car seats, ensuring long-term use. Thanks to its ISOFIX system, it attaches securely to your vehicle's anchor points. Once in place, it secures the car seat with a simple click, ensuring optimum safety. Visual indicators on the base confirm that the car seat is correctly installed.

Important features:

• Upgradeable : Can be used from birth to around 4 years of age.
• Click & Go installation : Quick and easy installation of CabrioFix and Pearl car seats.
• Confirmation of installation : Illuminated and audible indicators for safe installation.
• 5 tilt positions : Provides optimum comfort for your child, from sitting to lying down.

Compatible car seats :

• MaxI Cosi CabrioFix
• Maxi Cosi Pearl
• Maxi Cosi Pebble

FamilyFix XP base

The Maxi-Cosi FamilyFix XP base is designed to work with ISOFIX connectors and offers a click-and-go installation for your car seats. It is specially designed to provide the perfect anchorage for the Pebble Plus and Pearl XP car seats, allowing rear-facing travel for up to 4 years. These seats comply with the i-Size standard (R129) and therefore offer state-of-the-art security performance. The FamilyFix XP base provides visual and audible confirmation when the connection is secure.

Main features:

• Back to road travel up to 4 years: Provides added safety for children.
• Click-and-Go installation : Allows the car seat to be attached quickly and securely.
• Feedback indicators : The base provides visual and audible confirmation that the car seat is correctly attached.
• Longevity : Designed for prolonged use with adapted car seats.

Compatible car seats :

• Maxi Cosi Pearl XP
• Maxi Cosi Pebble Pro
• Maxi Cosi Pebble Plus

BabyFix base

The Maxi-Cosi BabyFix base is designed to provide a very safe solution for baby's travels. It is specially adapted for the Jade carrycot and the Pebble Plus / Pro car seats. These car seats are R129 (i-Size) approved and therefore meet the latest car safety standards. The BabyFix is easy to use thanks to its ISOFIX attachments and ultra-intuitive systems for installing Jade and Pebble Plus / Pro. This base has visual and audible indicators to confirm that the carrycot and cosi are correctly installed.

Important features:

• R129 (i-Size) approved : Complies with the latest car safety standards.
• ISOFIX mountings : For easy, safe installation.
• Visual and audible indicators : To confirm that the carrycot and cosi are correctly installed.

Compatible car seat :

• Maxi Cosi Pebble Pro
• Maxi Cosi Pebble Plus
• Maxi Cosi Rock
• Maxi Cosi Jade

EasyFix base

The Maxi-Cosi EasyFix base is designed to be used in combination with the CabrioFix car seat. It offers a quick and easy 'Click & Go' installation and is suitable for all vehicles, whether using the vehicle's seatbelt or the ISOFIX connectors. Indicator lights on the base confirm that the Maxi-Cosi car seat is correctly secured.

Main features:

• Click & Go installation : Allows the car seat to be attached quickly and securely.
• Visual indicators : Indicator lights on the base confirm that the Maxi-Cosi car seat is correctly attached.
• Compatibility : The EasyFix base is specifically designed for use with the CabrioFix car seat.
• Safety : Maxi-Cosi focuses on safety, and the EasyFix base is tested and approved to offer optimum protection.

Compatible car seat :

• Maxi Cosi CabrioFix

Base Citi

The Maxi Cosi Citi base is specially designed for the Maxi Cosi Citi. It offers the perfect travel solution, enabling the Maxi Cosi Citi to be installed quickly and safely. baby car seat in your vehicle. Thanks to this base, which is fitted using the safety belt, the Maxi Cosi Citi can be easily clipped on and off with a single click, making it easy to switch from the car to the pushchair in just a few seconds.

Important features:

• Quick one-click installation: Allows the Cosi to be securely fixed in the vehicle without fuss.
• Securing with the seat belt : Compatible with most vehicles, it attaches to the vehicle's seatbelt.
• Installation indicators : With clear visual indicators to confirm correct installation, ensuring your baby's safety.

Compatible car seat :

• Maxi Cosi Citi

How do I install a Maxi-Cosi ISOFIX base?

1. Locate the ISOFIX anchorage points : In most modern cars, you'll find ISOFIX anchorage points between the backrest and the seat of the rear seat. They may be indicated by specific labels or symbols.
2. Attach the base: Insert the arms of the ISOFIX base into these anchorage points until you hear a "click" indicating that they are properly engaged.
3. Stabilise the base: Most Maxi-Cosi ISOFIX bases are equipped with a strut that must be deployed to rest firmly on the floor of the car, providing additional stabilisation.
4. Check the indicators: The Maxi-Cosi base is usually fitted with visual indicators (often coloured) that turn green when the base is correctly installed.
5. Install the car seat: Once the base is in place, you can clip the corresponding Maxi-Cosi car seat onto it. Make sure you hear a "click" to indicate that the seat is securely fastened to the base.

How do I remove a Maxi-Cosi ISOFIX base?

1. Remove the car seat: If the car seat is attached to the base, remove it by pressing the release button (usually located on the front or side of the base) and lifting the seat.
2. Fold the strut: If your base is fitted with a strut, fold it up.
3. Unfasten the ISOFIX arms : On the base, there will be buttons or levers which, when pressed or pulled, release the ISOFIX arms from their anchorage points.
4. Remove the base: Once the ISOFIX arms have been released, you can remove the seat base from the car.