Hipod Roma Questions & Answers

I recall (when I had the seat) that as long as it’s rear facing, theoretically the seat is very much legal for a newborn, but it could just be the design of this seat that it does not have a support cushion for the neck. Really for a newborn I’d be more comfortable with a capsule based seat because aside from being able to remove and reinstall the capsule without waking the bub, it will likely have a neck support cushion too. You might be best just parking this Hipod Roma aside until your bub is at least 6months old (because it is a very good seat for older children) and just investing in a rear facing seat with neck cushions - hopefully you’re not in lockdown so that you can actually check them out at Baby Bunting Big W etc …

Hi Kylie w. Thanks for your question. The Hipod Roma complies with the Australian standards and has been tested from birth - 4 years. We do suggest that you look at the angle of the seat as some vehicles backrests may be more upright than others. There also is a section in your manual which explains about 'packing' which is to assist with restraints which sit too upright. If you require further assistance, please feel free to email au-support@britax.com

Kind regards, the Hipod team

Hi Deb, thanks for your question. This can be depending on which way the anchor clip was attached onto the anchor point. We also ensure checking that the tether strap has been loosened too as this would make it easier when unclipping the anchor clip. Please feel free to email au-support@britax.com if you require further assistance. Kind regards, the Hipod team.

There is also a plastic cover/lock in the anchor clip that (annoyingly!) prevents the anchor clip from dislodging from the anchor point easily - it works so well that it's impossible to unlock the clip altogether! What I've done is "peeled" off the plastic cover, then swing it round out of the way - sometimes you need a little nose plier to squeeze the clip out. Design fail, if you ask me! Maybe youtube this.

Oh my goodness - you are a genius!! Removed the plastic cover and bingo - unhooked it. So happy - thankyou :-)

Hi Francisco V. Thanks for your question, The Hipod Roma is not an Isofix compatible seat. If you have any further questions, please feel free to email us au-support@britax.com . Kind regards, the Hipod team.

Yes I'm pretty sure. It could fit in my dad sr5 Toyota Ute 2016

Hi Tony, Thanks for your question. Please see below dimensions of the Hipod Roma: Rear Facing: 745mm (H) x 404mm(W) x 570mm (D) Forward Facing: 770mm (H) x 450mm(W) x 445mm (D) If you have any further questions, please feel free to contact our consumer support team on 1300 303 330. Kind regards, the Hipod team.

Hi Merron, thanks for your question. Can you please call our consumer support team on 1300 303 330 and advise us of the series number so we can assist you further. Kind regards, the Hipod team.

Hi Wylderose, thanks for your question. The Hipod Roma dimensions are;

Rear facing (approx.) - L: 74.5cm, W: 44cm, D: 57cm Forward facing (approx.) - L: 72cm, W: 44cm, D: 40cm

We hope this helps, kind regards, the Hipod team.

Hi Maddie, thanks for your question. This is a difficult question to answer without knowing your vehicle however I can provide you with the approx. dimensions; Rear facing - L 74.5cm W 44cm D 57cm Forward facing - H 72cm W 44cm D 40cm

Please feel free to give us a call on 1300 303 330 if you would like any further assistance. Kind regards, the Hipod team.

Hi Davconn58, thanks for your question. Please give us a call on 1300 303 330 with the series number information from your seat so we can point you in the right direction. Kind regards, the Hipod team.

Can’t see why not ... almost all car seats will fit in most cars ... and two seats as well in total in the back row ... the only dilemma is will three seats fit in the back row, and there’s no way of finding out until one actually tests it physically.

Yes it would, i also have a small car and it fits fine

Thanks for your reply’s :)

I removed it when my son became too squashed in it to be comfortable. As long as they fit in it, it'll give them a good padding and protection.

We removed it when we were comfortable enough that she had grown beyond its sizing capabilities

Below the buckle where u clip in the straps under the cover you will see a black strap well there is a button that you push on that part and while pushing that button pull the straps outwards hope that helps

Thank you so much not in such a good spot but at least i can loosen the straps now. User manual not veryi nformative.

I would also like to know the answer to this question too as I have seen in the photo on the internet of the car seat that it clearly has Isofix attachments. But when I went out to my car to look at the seat I can see that there are holes where they are meant to go but they are covered by stickers.

Someone, please help with this question. Can we buy the attachment for the Hipod Roma to have Isofix?