Cosco Mighty Fit 65 Review – Is it the right choice?

It’s great value for the money, but does it deliver?

The first thing that popped into my mind when I saw this car seat was, “you get what you paid for.” Is it true with the Cosco Mighty Fit 65 DX Convertible Car Seat?

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Usually, there’s a problem with cheap car seats. And it’s not what you think. Safety-wise they all deliver. If there would be issues, then they would’ve been discontinued or recalled.

The big problem with cheap car seats is that they are bare-bone and not comfortable. They might be cutting corners with the material, and it feels like you’re putting your little one on sandpaper.

This is not the case with the Cosco MightyFit 65. It delivers on all fronts. In case you were wondering, it does have a cup holder as well. Some high-end brands don’t include that as default.

Let’s get this Cosco Mighty Fit 65 review started. If you stick with me until the end, I will tell you the pros/cons. Some of them are unexpected, to say the least.

Who is the Cosco Mighty Fit 65 DX Convertible Car Seat?

This car seat is a basic one. It can be used as a primary seat, but parents often choose it for the babysitter or the grandparents. Also, this car seat is excellent for traveling.

You can take it with you on the plane, and you don’t have to pay extras for a rental.

What can the Cosco Mighty Fit 65 DX car seat do for you?

As you have seen from the picture, this is a tiny seat. I mean, it has both rear and front-facing mode. It does everything that it’s advertised to do. There are no extras and no bells and whistles. It’s compact and functional.

If you want to do extended rear-facing that’s possible because it supports a toddler up to 40 pounds; after that, you have to switch it to forward-facing; most expensive car seats only allow the 40 pound limit for forwarding is facing. This is why Cosco Mighty Fit is preferred amongst parents because the upper limit is 65 pounds.

To my surprise, it comes with many colors. And all of them look great.

This Cosco seat is lightweight, so it’s an ideal partner while traveling. This car seat is compact and narrow. So if you need a space saver car seat, this is a good choice.

If you choose extended rear-facing, then you have to know this. The car seat sits high, so your little one can see further. The security is good. It even offers side impact protection, which would be a bonus in this price range.

The material is a bit complex to remove, but it’s machine washable. Just throw it in the washing machine and it will be good as new.

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Cosco Mighty Fit 65 shortcomings

If the most expensive car seats have flaws, what can we expect from this? I was surprised how well received this Cosco was. Matter of fact it’s not that bad as some people might think.

First of all, it doesn’t have a latch system for install. Yes, the sales page mentions it, but there’s no such thing. Maybe they had a different latch in mind. Once you get used to the latch system, you can’t turn back. It makes installation a breeze. I mean to click, click, and you’re done. Best of all, you can’t get it wrong.

Sadly the Cosco Mighty Fit 65 doesn’t come with that system. So with some grunt work, you can get it mounted.

There’s a problem with the straps. No matter how hard I tried, they always managed to tangle themselves. Instead of spending a few seconds on putting my child in and buckling, I spent minutes because I had to do the untangling. The truth is that this has happened every time.

The final nuisance comes from the car seat leveling. There’s no such thing. If you want your little one to be leveled while in the rear facing mode, you need to go DIY, this means you have to get a towel or a pool noodle to get the job done.

All in all, for cheap seats, these are not major issues. Sure they are a nuisance, and dealing it with daily gets old fast. Besides that, it’s safe and comfortable.

Are these a deal-breaker for you? Then you have to upgrade to a higher tier seat.

How To Get The Most Out Of Cosco Mighty Fit 65 DX Convertible Car Seat?

Since this car seat allows front and rear-facing mode, you have to choose the right one. If you want, you can use this with extended rear-facing mode. Many countries do it until the child is 4 years of age.

Once that’s decided, you have to place it in the perfect spot. The safest place for your child is in the middle. Now, this might not be good for you, no worries you can choose the second safest place which is behind the driver.

Since it doesn’t have a latch system, you have to do it the old fashion way, which requires 10 minutes. With practice, you can get it done faster. If you want to be extra safe, do get a second opinion from a licensed professional.

Conclusion for the Cosco Mighty Fit 65 Review

As you have seen, this Cosco car seat is a low budget. Yet it has everything that your child would need. From safety to comfort, it has it all.

We have reached the end of the Cosco Mighty Fit review. I hope I’ve helped you make up your mind about this car seat. Now it’s your turn to take action.

If you have questions, do reach out to me. And of course, if you have used this car seat, do share your experience with us below.

Catch you next time.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):

What are the weight limits for the Cosco MightyFit 65 DX Convertible Car Seat?

The weight limits for Cosco MightyFit 65 dx are as follows. For rear-facing position, it’s 5-40 pounds. For forward facing it’s 22-65 pounds. The car seat dimensions are 17 x 22 x 23.5 inches. The seat weight is 12.79 pounds. The 65 pounds forward-facing is the limit of the 5-point harness system.

What kind of safety standards does the Cosco Mighty Fit 65 DX Convertible Car Seat have?

With the Cosco Mighty Fit 65 DX first of all you have the five-point harness. As you know the five-point harness is the most secure one on the market. Slowly it’s becoming the industry standard. It offers good side impact protection and has great head support. Since you can do extended rear-facing position it has more than enough legroom. Many parents choose this car seat because it’s cheap and easy to install in the back seat. We shouldn’t forget about the shock absorbing foam padding.

Can it fit three across with this convertible car seat?

Yes, it can fit three across. Since it has a narrow profile it will fit three across with ease. Make sure that the child’s weight is within range.

Is there an alternative for the Mighty Fit 65 DX?

Yes you can go with the Safety 1st Guide 65.

How do you install the Cosco MightyFit 65 DX Convertible seat?

You can choose from the rear-facing position and the forward-facing position. Either way, you can use the seat belt installation and the latch anchors for the perfect fit. Before you get into the nitty-gritty do read the car seat manual. The easiest install comes from the forward-facing mode.

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What other features does the MightyFit 65 DX come with?

It passes airport security checks. It can’t be used as a booster seat. The buckle locations are in arm’s length. The harness position can be used until 65 pounds. You can choose different harness slots depending on the height and weight of your child. The harness heights can be adjusted according to the need. There’s no recline angle angel with this model. If the harness slot is not in the right place the harness straps tend to twist. It’s a good car seat for long car rides.

Last Updated on October 30, 2023 by Brian Beasley