I have an upcoming road trip with a 2 and 4 year old. Primarily for space reasons, we were considering getting the 4 year old this Vest (with tether) https://shop.saferide4kids.com/products/ridesafer-travel-vest.
Compared to a premium car seat (Clek, for example), what is lost safety wise by going with this? Obviously some side impact protection which could be mitigated by putting the child in the middle seat but what else? From a convenience standpoint, it seems difficult for the child to sleep without something to rest their head on and also maybe a little clunkier to get in and out. What else am I missing? How is this less safe than a full car seat?
Compared to a premium car seat (Clek, for example), what is lost safety wise by going with this? Obviously some side impact protection which could be mitigated by putting the child in the middle seat but what else? From a convenience standpoint, it seems difficult for the child to sleep without something to rest their head on and also maybe a little clunkier to get in and out. What else am I missing? How is this less safe than a full car seat?