Absolutely Mama Editor Carly Glendinning tests out the Axkid Up™ High Back Booster Seat on her recent family holiday
When we packed for our recent family trip to Crete, I knew I’d need a car seat that could handle multiple transfers, tight flight baggage allowances, and most importantly keep my four-year-old daughter safe and comfortable on-the-move. Enter the Axkid Up™, the Swedish brand’s most advanced high back booster seat to date. Designed for children aged 4–12 (100–150cm), the Axkid Up™ promised a mix of safety, comfort, and portability, and it absolutely delivered.
A game-changer for travel with kids
Travelling with a bulky car seat on holiday can be a giant pain. The Axkid Up™’s QuickFold™ feature meant we could easily collapse it down, making it compact enough to handle through airports and taxis. It’s surprisingly lightweight for a high back booster, and I had no trouble carrying it myself with the in-built handle.
We had no issues checking it onto our flight, and the seat was super easy and quick to install into the vehicles arranged by our resort to take us to and from the airport. For parents navigating international travel with young children, the ease of installation in just 30 seconds (using either ISOFIX or a seatbelt) is a total game-changer.
Comfort that grows with your child
During our stay, we used the Axkid Up™ for several journeys across Crete. The ErgoSupport™ lumbar support (inspired by Swedish school furniture) meant she had proper posture even during longer transfers. No wriggling or complaints of being uncomfortable.
The adjustable HeightControl™ meant we could perfectly position the seatbelt across her shoulder, which is especially helpful for smaller children at the younger end of the booster seat age range. It’s a seat that’s clearly been designed to grow with your child, offering a tailored fit from age 4 to 12.
Safety without compromise
We were reassured by the seat’s solid steel frame, built-in support leg and side-impact protection, all part of Axkid’s ProTecBase™, which has been tested to reduce crash forces by up to 25%. The SnapGuard™ side wings are removable, offering either extra comfort or more space in the car depending on your needs. This is a useful design feature for larger families or narrower backseats.
And the unique raisable seat (the only one of its kind in the world) elevates your child so they can properly benefit from the car’s own safety features, including side airbags and seatbelt pretensioners.
Is it worth it?
If you’re looking for a versatile, foldable high back booster that combines forward-facing safety innovation with smart, travel-friendly features, the Axkid Up™ is ideal. It’s perfect for families who want one car seat that works at home, on holiday, and everywhere in between, without compromising on comfort or safety. We loved the stylish sleek design too.
Whether you’re jetting off on a sunshine break or just need a dependable booster that can handle multiple vehicles, the Axkid Up™ doesn’t disappoint.
