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G5+ Merino Wool Toddler Car Seat

G5+ Merino Wool Toddler Car Seat

$550.00
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G5+ Merino Wool Toddler Car Seat
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G5+ Merino Wool Toddler Car Seat

Orbit Baby

$550.00
Precio de oferta  $550.00 Precio habitual 
✓ Extra 10% off applied on checkout

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Características clave

Certificaciones

  • OEKO-TEX Certified

    Certified by OEKO-TEX (Standard 100)

    OEKO-TEX STANDARD 100 certifies that every component of a textile item has been lab-tested and found free of harmful substances above set limits.

    What it checks

    • Testing of yarn, fabric, buttons, and other accessories against a list of over 1,000 regulated substances
    • Stricter chemical limits for products with more intensive skin contact, including a dedicated infant/toddler product class
    • Compliance with chemical regulations such as REACH, CPSIA, and the ECHA-SVHC candidate list
    • Annual review of substance limit values and one-year validity per certificate

    What it does not cover It tests for chemical residues only and does not certify general product safety features like choking hazards, flammability, or mechanical construction.

    This certification is held by the brand or manufacturer, not by Birch. We show it because the brand states it for this product. Summarised from the certifying body's own page.

    Read the official standard (opens in a new tab)

Especificaciones

Weight & Age Requirement

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TrustScore
88 /100

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88 /100

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Crash Protection Compliance 92

We found the car seat is JPMA-certified and a certified child passenger safety technician site confirms this model meets the new side-impact standards (213a/213b), alongside FMVSS 213 and 302 compliance. No resolvable certificate number is published.

Safety Standard Compliance 92

The seat is stated to pass FMVSS 302 and FMVSS 213, and Orbit Baby names Baby Safety Alliance (JPMA) verification for eligible products as an added layer of independent testing to ASTM standards and chemical limits, with annual retesting.

Fit Range & Expiration 91

Rear-facing (15-35 lb) and forward-facing (25-65 lb) limits are published alongside a clearly stated 7-year expiration period.

Flame-Retardant & PFAS Chemistry 84

The merino wool fabric is claimed flame-retardant-free based on independent testing, but the foam's FR status is described only vaguely and no PFAS-free statement is published for this seat; Orbit Baby also appears in a flame-retardant testing corpus with no brand-specific result disclosed.

Installation Usability 69

Independent testers found carrier-only belt installation difficult or not recommended and listed several install-usability cons (heavy seat, difficult belt-flattening, many StrongArm turns), and a third-party reviewer separately confirms the StrongArm adjuster needs roughly 10 turns per install.

Recall History 92

No recall of this product appears in the CPSC recall database (10,053 records, 1973-2026). Orbit Baby's record holds two voluntary car seat base recalls: the 2013 G2 base, whose StrongArm knob could detach or spin without tightening, and a 2017 G3 base labeling issue in Canada, both remedied with free repair kits and no injuries reported. Neither covers the G5+ Merino Wool Toddler Car Seat.

Textile & Foam Chemistry 84

The flame-retardant-free claim covers the merino wool fabric and foam only in vague terms, the OEKO-TEX Standard 100 claim carries no certificate number, and there is no PFAS-free statement for the toddler seat anywhere.

Certification Credibility 92

Orbit Baby names OEKO-TEX Standard 100 for the finished seat's fabrics and Baby Safety Alliance/JPMA certification for eligible products, plus Prop 65 testing at each production run — named standards asserted for the finished product, though no certificate numbers are published.

Transparency & Support 91

A concrete 2-year warranty against manufacturing defects is published with a clear claims process, and the fabric blend is disclosed as 65% merino wool/35% polyester, though country of manufacture and supplier are not stated.

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Orbit Baby has Got Your Back

Rotate Into Place

Getting in and out of the car doesn't have to be hard. Dock onto the SmartHub® Base at any angle, then rotate into place, so you lift your child straight out instead of twisting.

*The SmartHub® Base can only be used rear-facing.

No Adapters Needed

SmartHub® Compatibility

Docks straight onto the G5 and X5 strollers, with 360° rotation that keeps your child facing you or facing out. Not compatible with the M+ stroller.

Built for Everyday

  • Merino Wool, Next to Skin

    A merino wool blend that moves air and regulates temperature, so it responds to your child's own warmth rather than trapping heat. OEKO-TEX® STANDARD 100 certified.

  • Secure 5-Point Harness

    Orbit Baby's durable 5-point harness keeps your little one safe and adjusts easily as they grow.

  • Considered Inside and Out

    EPP foam lines the shell to provide durable cushioning, without harmful flame-retardant chemicals. Side impact braces are included in the box.

  • Magnetic Buckles

    Magnet buckle holders neatly secure the straps to the sides, ensuring quicker, easier in-and-out harnessing every time.

  • Machine Washable Liner

    Soft-touch, breathable premium liner is easily removable and machine washable. *Memory foam headrest must be hand washed.

  • Sleek Storage

    Sleek back panel designed to store dangling straps and keep your system organized when not in use.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which strollers is this car seat compatible with?

The G5 Toddler Car Seat is compatible with the G5 Stroller and X5 Jogging Stroller only.

Does the G5 Toddler Car Seat come with a base?

No, the G5 Toddler Car Seat does not include a base. If you prefer to use one, the SmartHub® Base can be purchased separately. A base is not required for installation, this seat can be securely installed rear-facing or forward-facing using your vehicle’s LATCH or seat belt system without the need for any additional components.

What are the age and height requirements for the G5 Toddler Car Seat?

Rear Facing: Weight: 15-35 lb And the shoulders must be at or above the lowest harness height. Age: Able to sit upright alone Forward Facing: 25-65 lb And their ears must be below the top of the shell and their shoulders below the highest harness slot. Age: 2+ years recommended (1 year minimum)

Customer Stories

Sentiment Summary

Customers frequently praise the 360-degree rotation, saying it makes loading and unloading a toddler much easier.
Many reviewers describe the seat as comfortable for their child, including during sleep, and note it stays at a good temperature in warm climates.
Reviewers like the magnetic buckle holders and the cup holder for making the seat easier to use day to day.
A recurring complaint is that the seat is heavy and bulky, making it harder to carry or maneuver in and out of the car, especially with a child in it.
Some customers mention the seat's base can be difficult to fit flush against the car seat bottom and feels less secure without the base.
One reviewer found the seat's incline uncomfortable for their child, particularly while sleeping.
Many customers describe the seat as a worthwhile investment despite the price, citing build quality and long-term use as it converts from infant to toddler seating.

Good quality. Able to rotate the car seat.
Jaily O.
First, I’m 100% glad I chose the orbit baby system. We have the G5 stroller jogging stroller the stroller seat, the G5 infant carrier, and now this toddler seat as well as the base. First off, I learned later that this cannot be used for facing with the base and instead needs side rails. I do like how upright the seat is for our toddler, but was hoping to be able to swivel it around the front as she got older. I also wish it had strong magnets like the infant carrier for the seat buckles but instead has sort of pockets to just aren’t as fast or intuitive to use. The seat itself on a stroller frame looks a bit odd and bulky, and since the sunshade is fixed, it doesn’t do all that much for the sun like the infant carrier or stroller seat. I love that there’s a cupholder, however our toddler has found that if she spins it around it on hooks and so it’s often coming off, which can be a bit more troublesome if she’s in the stroller frame and will randomly drop the cupholder as we’re walking. At the end of the day while it’s Harley’s favorite product in the orbit, baby Line, it’s still worth having.
Edgar S.
I did have an issue with the incline of the seat . It was an uncomfortable seating for my kid especially when he fell asleep.
Richard W.

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