Nothing's more important than keeping your child safe. The Graco Bravo Nautilus 3-in-1 car seat is designed for both versatility and safety, offering right-size comfort and protection as your child grows. Nautilus is a harness seat, a high-back booster and a backless booster. Because it adapts as your child grows, from age 1 to age 10, you can buy one Nautilus instead of a toddler seat, booster seat and backless booster. One seat instead of three, without compromising on safety. Nautilus is the last car seat you'll ever need to buy.
Average Customer Rating:
4.8 out of 5(1,178 Reviews)
Rating Snapshot
(Total of 1,178 reviews)
5 stars
975
4 stars
179
3 stars
14
2 stars
7
1 star
3
1,161 of 1,178 (99%) customers would recommend this product to a friend.
Review 1 for Graco - Nautilus 3-in-1 Multi-Use Car Seat, Matrix Bravo
The Perfect One!,
02/08/2010
By
NotGabby, The HOT Desert
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
I decided to write a review since the ones on here are a couple of years old. Yes, it's true, this seat is fantastic. I purchased it last year as I was getting my son to face forward. He is 2 now, and he sits very comfortably in it. It has the LATCH system, which is excellent, the seat will not budge once it's installed. I went to my local fire dept. to ask for assistance in making sure it was installed properly. It's very comfortable, the straps adjust very easily and the material is machine washable. It adjusts easily, and is very comfortable. If I could improve it, I'd add another cupholder @ the other armrest and would include a foamy head cradle. Also, I'm hoping to find an extra car seat base, if it's available? Otherwise, this is perfect and a smart investment, considering how it will take you through most all the childhood years! When I first purchased it, it was very hard to find, but now, if it's easily available, snap it up!
Product Attributes:
Value:
5
out of 5
Meets Expectations:
5
out of 5
Durability:
5
out of 5
Features:
5
out of 5
Ease of set-up:
5
out of 5
Recommends this product?Yes
Age:
35 - 44
Gender:
Female
Has owned product for:
Longer than one year
Uses product:
Every day
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Review 2 for Graco - Nautilus 3-in-1 Multi-Use Car Seat, Matrix Bravo
Excellent purchase -- highly recommend,
02/08/2010
By
SSMC, Indiana
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
We were looking for something to grow with our almost-four-year-old. We had purchased an Eddie Bauer convertible seat -- and the strap for tightening the harness had become frayed and would not tighten properly -- less than 3 months after we bought it. We wanted a harness-type of secure system for as long as possible. Our son is about 40 pounds -- and this seat with the harness restraint will last him another 25 pounds, then can convert to a booster. I feel much more confident knowing that he is as secure as possible for as long as possible. I looked at tons of options and read page after page of reviews. I think this seat is one of the best purchases we have ever made.
Product Attributes:
Value:
5
out of 5
Meets Expectations:
5
out of 5
Durability:
5
out of 5
Features:
5
out of 5
Ease of set-up:
4
out of 5
Recommends this product?Yes
Age:
35 - 44
Gender:
Female
Has owned product for:
2 - 7 weeks
Uses product:
Every day
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Review 3 for Graco - Nautilus 3-in-1 Multi-Use Car Seat, Matrix Bravo
Love it...,
02/08/2010
By
FlowerPrincess, Salt Lake City, UT
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
it was easy to install and its a great seat for my daughter!
Product Attributes:
Value:
5
out of 5
Meets Expectations:
5
out of 5
Durability:
5
out of 5
Features:
4
out of 5
Ease of set-up:
4
out of 5
Recommends this product?Yes
Age:
25 - 34
Gender:
Female
Has owned product for:
2 - 7 weeks
Uses product:
Every day
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Review 4 for Graco - Nautilus 3-in-1 Multi-Use Car Seat, Matrix Bravo
My Child Is Worth It !,
02/08/2010
By
MiBoys3, Aberdeen, NC
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
This is exactly what we were looking for. I wanted my son to stay in a 5 harness car seat for as long as possible. I like how durable it is. This is not a car seat that can be switched from one car to another. It is heavy. Just ask yourself, is my child worth it.
Product Attributes:
Value:
5
out of 5
Meets Expectations:
5
out of 5
Durability:
5
out of 5
Features:
5
out of 5
Ease of set-up:
5
out of 5
Recommends this product?Yes
Age:
45 - 54
Gender:
Female
Has owned product for:
2 - 7 weeks
Uses product:
Every day
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Review 5 for Graco - Nautilus 3-in-1 Multi-Use Car Seat, Matrix Bravo
Great Seat!,
02/08/2010
By
FamilyFirstGuy, SLC, UT
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
We ended up getting two of these for our kids. They both LOVE them, and so do we! The set up was very quick and easy. The safety rating was a must for us, and the head rest is what sealed the deal- our kids can now sleep without their heads falling down to their chest which looked so incredibly uncomfortable. The strap that goes between their legs to click the belts in place is a bit close as mentioned in other reviews, but it shouldn't be a problem as far as we can tell (unless you have a VERY big kid that you still want to use the 5-point harness on). I would highly recommend this product to anyone!
Product Attributes:
Value:
4
out of 5
Meets Expectations:
5
out of 5
Durability:
5
out of 5
Features:
4
out of 5
Ease of set-up:
5
out of 5
Recommends this product?Yes
Age:
25 - 34
Gender:
Male
Has owned product for:
2 - 7 weeks
Uses product:
Every day
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Review 6 for Graco - Nautilus 3-in-1 Multi-Use Car Seat, Matrix Bravo
Beefy CarSeat,
02/07/2010
By
spedkid, california
Overall Rating:
4
out of 5
Had to say wow when I pulled this car seat out. Looked at many car seats for my daughter. Love the fact she is in a five point harness till she is 65lbs. It feels and looks like a very durable seat. She is very comfortable in the seat.
Product Attributes:
Value:
5
out of 5
Meets Expectations:
5
out of 5
Durability:
5
out of 5
Features:
4
out of 5
Ease of set-up:
4
out of 5
Recommends this product?Yes
Age:
35 - 44
Gender:
Female
Has owned product for:
2 - 7 weeks
Uses product:
Every day
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Review 7 for Graco - Nautilus 3-in-1 Multi-Use Car Seat, Matrix Bravo
we all love this product,
02/07/2010
By
Mommymentzer, Hanover, PA
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
I brought two of these car seats and they were so easy to set up, adjust and install into the car, I love that it reclines and the kids heads don't flop when they sleep. Once installed they are very sturdy and secure. Both my kids (2&1) love their new car seats they always put their sippy cups in the cup holder unless they fall asleep. Best part daddy was impressed with them too and wasn't upset about the price..
Product Attributes:
Value:
5
out of 5
Meets Expectations:
5
out of 5
Durability:
5
out of 5
Features:
5
out of 5
Ease of set-up:
5
out of 5
Recommends this product?Yes
Age:
18 - 24
Gender:
Female
Has owned product for:
2 - 7 weeks
Uses product:
Every few days
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Review 8 for Graco - Nautilus 3-in-1 Multi-Use Car Seat, Matrix Bravo
A great carseat,
02/06/2010
By
DaisyS, Virginia
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
This is a safe and sturdy carseat for a good price. I bought 2 and am very pleased with them.
Product Attributes:
Value:
5
out of 5
Meets Expectations:
5
out of 5
Durability:
5
out of 5
Features:
5
out of 5
Ease of set-up:
5
out of 5
Recommends this product?Yes
Age:
45 - 54
Gender:
Female
Has owned product for:
2 - 7 weeks
Uses product:
Every day
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Review 9 for Graco - Nautilus 3-in-1 Multi-Use Car Seat, Matrix Bravo
Great carseat,
02/05/2010
By
TicaMom28, Danville, CA
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
We've had this car seat for 6 months and love it! Our daugther is very comfortable, like the gray color (easy to clean) Very sturdy. Very easy to install. The features are nice (cup holder, toy bin & 1-3 in one car seat) the only thing is that I wish it reclined more than it does. Still great buy!
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Product Attributes:
Value:
5
out of 5
Meets Expectations:
5
out of 5
Durability:
5
out of 5
Features:
4
out of 5
Ease of set-up:
5
out of 5
Recommends this product?Yes
Age:
25 - 34
Gender:
Female
Has owned product for:
5 - 6 months
Uses product:
Every day
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Review 10 for Graco - Nautilus 3-in-1 Multi-Use Car Seat, Matrix Bravo
awsome!!!!,
02/04/2010
By
jusmom, Palestine, TX
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
This car seat is very easy to install... Worth the price. I love it and so does my son.
Product Attributes:
Value:
5
out of 5
Meets Expectations:
5
out of 5
Durability:
5
out of 5
Features:
5
out of 5
Ease of set-up:
5
out of 5
Recommends this product?Yes
Age:
18 - 24
Gender:
Female
Has owned product for:
2 - 7 weeks
Uses product:
Every day
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Review 11 for Graco - Nautilus 3-in-1 Multi-Use Car Seat, Matrix Bravo
Unfortunatly not a good seat,
02/02/2010
By
jess2021, Iowa
Overall Rating:
1
out of 5
I bought this seat, despite many reviews saying that the 5 point harness isn't big enough for a child more than 40lbs. I found this to be true. My 3 1/2 year old who is 35lbs tried this seat - he was sitting on top of the latch that comes up between their legs - there is no way this seat would be big enough to have a child even 45 lbs in the 5 point harness. Great idea; wished it would have worked out. Will be shopping for another seat.
Product Attributes:
Value:
1
out of 5
Meets Expectations:
1
out of 5
Durability:
3
out of 5
Features:
3
out of 5
Ease of set-up:
2
out of 5
Recommends this product?No
Has owned product for:
1 week or less
Uses product:
Never
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Review 12 for Graco - Nautilus 3-in-1 Multi-Use Car Seat, Matrix Bravo
Great car seat,
02/02/2010
By
sandymon, North Carolina
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
would buy again, very safe and easy to use
Product Attributes:
Value:
5
out of 5
Meets Expectations:
5
out of 5
Durability:
5
out of 5
Features:
4
out of 5
Ease of set-up:
5
out of 5
Recommends this product?Yes
Age:
45 - 54
Gender:
Female
Has owned product for:
2 - 7 weeks
Uses product:
Every few days
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Review 13 for Graco - Nautilus 3-in-1 Multi-Use Car Seat, Matrix Bravo
Excellent car seat,
01/30/2010
By
Chuchsue, Montreal, Canada
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
This car seat is great. Well designed and very sturdy. Fits nicely in my car (Mazda Protege). My 2 1/2 year old was not fitting his 5 point harness anymore with his bulky winter jacket (we live in Canada) so I needed to find one that would fit beyond the standard 40 pounds. This seat also keeps him well positioned when he is sleeping. Will be great for a long road trip. The only improvement would be if there was a second cup holder to hold snack or toys.
Product Attributes:
Value:
5
out of 5
Meets Expectations:
5
out of 5
Durability:
5
out of 5
Features:
4
out of 5
Ease of set-up:
4
out of 5
Recommends this product?Yes
Age:
35 - 44
Gender:
Female
Has owned product for:
2 - 7 weeks
Uses product:
Every day
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Review 14 for Graco - Nautilus 3-in-1 Multi-Use Car Seat, Matrix Bravo
Soooo worth it!!!!,
01/30/2010
By
AbbyM, Mississippi
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
Wanted a 5 point harness for my 4 year old and a seat that can recline. Not sure if this seat will recline as well in a car, but a van or a suv where you can adjust the seat will most likely work best!!! I will say this seat was a pain in the you know what to install. Once you think you have it installed and ready to go.. you have to take it back out to re-adjust everything. Make sure to have the child sit in it first and do all the adjusting to the straps before hand, and if the shoulder straps are above the first slot..take out the comfort pad or you will again have to remove the seat to remove the pad. besides the hour it took me to install the seat.. I AM SUPER HAPPY with it!!!
Product Attributes:
Value:
5
out of 5
Meets Expectations:
5
out of 5
Durability:
5
out of 5
Features:
5
out of 5
Ease of set-up:
2
out of 5
Recommends this product?Yes
Age:
25 - 34
Gender:
Female
Has owned product for:
2 - 7 weeks
Uses product:
Every day
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Review 15 for Graco - Nautilus 3-in-1 Multi-Use Car Seat, Matrix Bravo
Easily as good as or better than a 300 dollar seat,
01/26/2010
By
11256, right here NY
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
I read countless reviews, on tons of sites- this seat was by far one of the best rated.
Now I know why. I have YET to find a comparable seat with a 5 point harness for a child over 45 pounds- and this one goes to 65!
It reclines, which is nice. Its super easy to put together- I think earlier versions required a lot of assembly from pictures I've seen on car seat websites- but this years seats you just snap the back of the seat in the upright position and stick the head rest in place. Super easy. Takes about 2 minutes.
My son loves it- he's three and a tall kid, and thus heavier than most other 3 year olds- but I was not comfortable putting him in a booster seat yet. We travel so much- and theyre just not the same as a 5 point harness.
We're having our second baby in a few weeks, and I am already purchasing a second for him- so it'll be ready when his 1 year of rear facing is done.
My friend has a 300 dollar seat for her daughter- and hates it. The harness doesnt fit her anymore- and she's smaller than my son- and its so bulky and clunky. She wants one of these now!
Product Attributes:
Value:
5
out of 5
Meets Expectations:
5
out of 5
Durability:
5
out of 5
Features:
5
out of 5
Ease of set-up:
5
out of 5
Recommends this product?Yes
Age:
25 - 34
Gender:
Female
Has owned product for:
1 week or less
Uses product:
Every day
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Review 16 for Graco - Nautilus 3-in-1 Multi-Use Car Seat, Matrix Bravo
Glad I chose this seat,
01/26/2010
By
momthree, Western Kansas
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
I have been looking since my grandson turned 1 for a safe seat for my car. My grandson lives six hours away and I figure he will only ride in it a few days every couple of months and a week in winter when we take him to the cabin and two weeks in the summer when he goes with us on vacation. I was looking at the britax models because I wanted extended harnessing and a seat that would last several years since it won't see heavy everyday use. We put it to the test last weekend when we took him on our first big road trip and he was very comfortable and didn't complain(fuss) even once. I really like that when we returned home and I removed it to clean and store until the next use all it took was a little vacuuming and a damp sponge to remove the cracker crumbs, dried fruit and small splatters from his juice box. If I still had little ones this is the seat I would choose for them, It rates right up there with the absolute best and a fraction of the price and easy to clean. I'm sold on this seat.
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Product Attributes:
Value:
5
out of 5
Meets Expectations:
5
out of 5
Durability:
5
out of 5
Features:
5
out of 5
Ease of set-up:
5
out of 5
Recommends this product?Yes
Age:
35 - 44
Gender:
Female
Has owned product for:
2 - 7 weeks
Uses product:
A few times per year
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Review 17 for Graco - Nautilus 3-in-1 Multi-Use Car Seat, Matrix Bravo
01/24/2010
By
an anonymous customer, Annville, PA
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
We just started using this car seat and we really like it. My 1 year old seems to like it too! We even had my parents order the same car seat since they watch our son and they like it too.
Product Attributes:
Value:
5
out of 5
Meets Expectations:
5
out of 5
Durability:
5
out of 5
Features:
5
out of 5
Ease of set-up:
5
out of 5
Recommends this product?Yes
Age:
25 - 34
Gender:
Female
Has owned product for:
2 - 7 weeks
Uses product:
Every day
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Review 18 for Graco - Nautilus 3-in-1 Multi-Use Car Seat, Matrix Bravo
WHAT A CAR SEAT !!!!,
01/22/2010
By
OsNANA, Parkersburg, WV
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
Bought this to replace our Graco seat that was only good to 40 lbs. in the forward facing harness ,and wish we had known about these 3 in 1 seats three years ago. This seat has so much growing room for our 3year old grandson. We converted it to his size very easily. We feel the safety of the 5 point harness for as long as toddlers can be in them is well worth the price and effort. Buy it online to save $35 because the stores will not match this price and we received it in 3 days at home for .97cents.
Product Attributes:
Value:
5
out of 5
Meets Expectations:
5
out of 5
Durability:
5
out of 5
Features:
5
out of 5
Ease of set-up:
5
out of 5
Recommends this product?Yes
Age:
55 - 64
Gender:
Female
Has owned product for:
2 - 7 weeks
Uses product:
Every day
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Review 19 for Graco - Nautilus 3-in-1 Multi-Use Car Seat, Matrix Bravo
Wonderful Car Seat,
01/22/2010
By
RAJ731
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
We bought this car seat after our daughter out grew her Britax Marathon. She was just too tall for it and it started looking uncomfortable. We chose the Nautilus because she's tall and big for her age and we liked that the harness could be used for up to 65 pounds. Our daughter is two and is almost 40 inches tall and weighs 41 pounds. This car seat fits her perfectly with plenty of room to grow. I've read other reviews that stated that is doesn't recline very much. The second row of our Durango has two recline settings and we put it on the farthest back so that the seat would sit just a little more reclined. It works for my daughter, she loves it. And we've had no problems with her head slumping when she falls asleep.
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Product Attributes:
Value:
5
out of 5
Meets Expectations:
5
out of 5
Durability:
5
out of 5
Features:
5
out of 5
Ease of set-up:
5
out of 5
Recommends this product?Yes
Age:
25 - 34
Gender:
Female
Has owned product for:
2 - 7 weeks
Uses product:
Every day
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Review 20 for Graco - Nautilus 3-in-1 Multi-Use Car Seat, Matrix Bravo
Cannot go wrong!,
01/22/2010
By
BostonMomma, MA
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
This is the 2nd time I have purchased this seat because I wanted two...it is the best ! I have had the first one for almost 2 years. I have a 3 year old and a one year old and it adjusts to fit them both perfectly. I see no need to ever purchase another seat for my vehicles. It will continue to grow with them until they are old enough for a seatbelts at 8 years old. I love that it is a 5 point harness safety buckle. You will love this carseat. SUPER easy to clean - I have sprayed it with shout then handwashed it with a sponge and detergent, let it dry overnight and it is as good as new.
Product Attributes:
Value:
5
out of 5
Meets Expectations:
5
out of 5
Durability:
5
out of 5
Features:
5
out of 5
Ease of set-up:
5
out of 5
Recommends this product?Yes
Age:
35 - 44
Gender:
Female
Has owned product for:
Longer than one year
Uses product:
Every day
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