The Chicco Polly Magic is part of the high chair
test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, high chair
models like the Polly Magic are rated on multiple criteria, such as those listed below.
Safety:
Safety for each high chair was assessed by our testing, which is based on the voluntary safety standard, ASTM F404-10. Tests include evaluations of the restraint system, stability of the high chair, and static and dynamic load assessments as well as other tests.
Ease of use:
Ease of use is based on trained panelists' assessments of harness adjustment and use, folding and unfolding, removing and replacing the tray and tray insert (if any), adjusting seat back and height where applicable, removing and replacing the seat cover.
About This Brand
One of the largest baby brands in Europe, this 50-year-old company is part of the global Artsana Group, a “holistic, innovative lifestyle” company that makes everything from baby feeding systems to cosmetics to medical supplies. Chicco (pronounced "kee-ko") products are now sold in more than 120 countries in six continents. Available wherever juvenile products are sold. www.chicco.com
Features & Specs - Chicco Polly Magic
Weight (lbs.) Weight is the weight of the chair (with tray in place) in pounds.
Weight (lbs.)
25
Projected footprint (sq. in.) Projected footprint is the amount of floor space, in square inches, that the chair requires while in use.
Projected footprint (sq. in.)
816
Harness type Harness type is 5-point, incorporating shoulder as well as waist and crotch straps - which we strongly recommend - or 3-point.
Harness type
5-point
How to clean The manufacturer's suggested method of cleaning everyday spills and mess.
How to clean
wipe clean
Reclinable seat/positions Reclinable seat/positions indicates whether or not the chair has a reclinable seatback, and if so, how many positions are available.
Reclinable seat/positions
Y / 3
Adjustable seat height/positions Adjustable seat height/positions indicates whether or not the chair's seat height is adjustable, and, if so, the number of positions available.
I use this product 4 times a day to feed my twins. It was great to use in the beginning when they were newborns as the chair reclines into several different positions. However, once they started solid foods, it became more difficult to clean. Food gets stuck in the cracks on the tray table and in the armrests. Even though the manufacturer says not to machine wash the seat covers, I've washed them in a delicate cycle and the seat has held up really well. Additionally, I have put the entire chair in the shower to rinse off after one very messy feeding which also worked well.
How long have you owned it:
More than six months
Bottom Line
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.
By
LDSea
from
Kapolei, HI
3.0
Great high chair - hard to clean
8/23/2012
Pros
Adjustable heights
Large tray
Seat reclines
Wipable chair
Cons
Difficult to clean
Best Uses
Great for kids under 8 mo
Comment:
I purchased this model b/c of the high safety ratings. I was pleased with this high chair when my son was 6-8 months old. As my son got older (he is now 14 months) I find food in all of the nooks & crannies in the high chair. I think if I could regularly hose it down it wouldn't be an issue, but we live in a carpeted condo so cleaning the chair is difficult. I have to take a toothpick around the plastic table regularly. This model is SAFE, but unless you want to spend 30-45 min cleaning up after every feeding I don't recommend this chair.