graco is a brand that has been in households for many years. that is why i chose to buy this product. i have been using graco products since my first child was born in 1979. 4 kids, 6 grandchildren, and a daycare business later; the quality of their products is by far better than most on the market today. i have never had a graco product fall apart. the carseats are all easy to use. the harness system takes an extra moment, but it's worth it to make sure your child is properly restrained. your children are precious cargo and should be treated as such.