Chicco Polly Magic Highchair is a versatile and innovative baby product that serves multiple purposes. It is designed to accommodate the growth and development of a child from birth up to three years old. This highchair is equipped with a comfortable and adjustable seat that can be reclined to multiple positions to suit the needs of a newborn, an infant, and a toddler. It features a soft and padded cushion that provides optimal comfort to the baby during meal times and play sessions. The Chicco Polly Magic Highchair has a five-point safety harness that ensures the baby's safety and prevents them from falling out. It also has a removable tray that can be adjusted to three different positions, allowing the child to eat comfortably at any angle.
Assembled Dimensions: 33.5” x 24” x 41" Folded Dimensions: 10" x 24" x 40" Assembled Weight: 27 lbs. Ship Weight: 28 lbs. Carton Dimensions: 12.5" x 21.75" x 24.75"
I used it without the attachable table and just as a seat at our dining room table and it s perfect for that, that is one of the most attractive features of it in my opinion that it grows to be a seat at the table. The Polly Magic Relax is an interesting concept in that it is a high chair for babies from birth rather than six months, providing parents with a way of introducing the concepts of mealtimes to baby gradually and providing little babies with somewhere to sit and be entertained while their parents are eating.
It also has a removable tray that can be adjusted to three different positions, allowing the child to eat comfortably at any angle. The tray is easy to clean and dishwasher-safe, making meal times less messy for parents. One of the unique features of this highchair is its ability to transform into a standalone chair and table set.
Chicco Polly Magic Relax review
A great idea for babies happy to lie in the reclined seat and be entertained by the toy bar, with a useful, sturdy high chair element – the only product combining a baby seat with a high chair and competitively priced too
What we tested
Ease of use A star rating of 4.5 out of 5. Ease of cleaning A star rating of 4.0 out of 5. Comfort A star rating of 5.0 out of 5. Style A star rating of 4.0 out of 5. Durability A star rating of 5.0 out of 5. Worth the money A star rating of 4.0 out of 5. Overall Rating A star rating of 4.4 out of 5.Pros
- Comfortable, safe, sturdy, adjustable, easy to use, additional 0-6 month function
Cons
- Bulky, heavy, reclining functions obsolete once baby is sitting up and eating
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AdvertisementFounded in Italy over 60 years ago, Chicco is synonymous with really useful baby products, having created such parenting stalwarts as the Next2Me crib and the Boppy nursing pillow. Its founder, Pietro Catelli, was inspired by the birth of his own son to create products that work for children aged 0 to 36 months. The Polly Magic Relax is an interesting concept in that it is a high chair for babies from birth rather than six months, providing parents with a way of introducing the concepts of mealtimes to baby gradually and providing little babies with somewhere to sit and be entertained while their parents are eating.
Retailing at £139, it sits alongside Joie’s Multiply 6 in 1, Stokke’s Tripp Trapp and Cosatto’s Noodle in the market, though it is the only one combining a baby seat with a high chair, which is a nice advantage.
Tested by:
Bethan is a first-time mum to a ten-month-old girl Annie, who is an enthusiastic eater and quite well used to highchairs, but who is far too busy to lie down and relax (ever. Unless she’s sleeping).
First impressions:
Simple to assemble, it is a comfortable chair offering four positions, including the upright feeding position. From 0-6 months, it is a reclining baby seat with a toy bar to entertain the baby and introduce them to the high chair. From six months up, it is a comfortable, sturdy and adjustable seat for mealtimes, which has eight height settings.
It’s great, really well made, very sturdy, safe and anti-tilt. It also looks nice, with a neutral grey palette ideal for babies of either gender. The designers have definitely thought about comfort for baby, with both the sturdiness of the design and the comfortable leather seat, and it is very intuitive to use – all the buttons and additional features such as the toy bar, the additional seat liner and the adjustment buttons, are easy to use.
How easy is the Chicco Polly Magic Relax to assemble?
I found it really simple to assemble, which is unusual for me as I tend to find baby kit a bit of a nightmare to put together! But I managed to figure out all the functions and buttons of this high chair with minimal consultation of the instructions. It is very intuitive and true to the brand’s aims of creating things for parents that are user friendly.
How big is it?
It is pretty big and bulky. Its dimensions when open are over 1m in height and 83cm in depth. The company describes it as having a ‘compact fold’ and, while it does fold well and could be slotted into a narrower space, it definitely does take up room. We usually use a Joie Mimzy highchair, which also takes up a fair amount of space, but the Chicco is slightly larger and definitely bulkier, weighing 10.5kg.
How portable is the Chicco Polly Magic Relax to move around the house?
It has four wheels, so could be wheeled from room to room, though carpeted floors can make this slightly trickier. However, it can also be folded and carried without too much trouble, though it doesn’t fold down very small and is pretty heavy.
What did you think of the wheels?
They are simple to fit and a good idea, but, in my experience, high chairs don’t tend to get wheeled around the house that much, and on our carpeted floors, the wheels didn’t move seamlessly.
Can the Chicco Polly Magic Relax be used as a travel highchair?
No. It’s a big piece of kit, especially the wide tray table, which is great for babies who like to spread out at mealtimes (and reduces the likelihood of food overboard!) but does add to the overall size.
How comfortable is the seating?
Definitely. It is lovely and padded, with a comfortable eco leather seat. There is an additional seat liner included for smaller babies, to make the seat a snugger fit. It is fleecy on one side for warmth in winter, with a cooling fabric on the reverse for use in summer time.
Is the Chicco Polly Magic Relax comfort recliner function effective and comfy?
It wasn’t hugely effect for Annie because, at 10 months, she has no interest in reclining, and just strained to sit upright. But I can imagine for a younger baby that can’t sit up unaided yet, it would be ideal and very comfortable. You could hang additional favourite toys off the toy bar in the hope of keeping them happy in there longer.
How effective is the Chicco Polly Magic Relax as a highchair?
Very effective, with a large tray for food, a drinks holder, a safe and simple harness and several adjustments to use as baby grows or at different tables.
How useful is the tray?
It is very chunky and not very light, but it is a good solid tray. I also particularly liked the feature that allows you to clip the tray onto the back of the high chair when not in use to keep everything tidy.
Is the highchair easy to clean?
It is no easier or less easy to clean than the Joie Mimzy, in my opinion. Wipe-clean surfaces are great, but there will always be crumbs in the crevices of fabrics (which wouldn’t happen with the Tripp Trapp, for example). That said, it is very easy to wipe clean and a dark enough colour to disguise stains.
Who is the Chicco Polly Magic Relax most suited for?
I would especially recommend this to new mums. Most of us remember the days of juggling with an unsettled newborn during the witching hour while also trying to eat dinner with one hand. The Polly Magic Relax offers a potential alternative to put the baby in a comfortable reclined seat with a fun toy bar to look at, while everyone else sits at the table. The reality might be somewhat different! If only this high chair also had a vibrate function and played singing lullabies! But, if all else fails, the 0-6 month reclining function is a great way of introducing the idea of the high chair and mealtimes before weaning commences.
Where can I buy the Chicco Polly Magic Relax?
It is available from Amazon and Kiddies Kingdom.
MadeforMums verdict:
The Chicco Polly Magic Relax is a great idea. I love the thought of sitting at the table having a meal with a gurgling baby lying in the reclined seat and enjoying being entertained by the toy bar. The reality, at least with my baby, is that she probably wouldn’t have been happy to put down in any chair while she was very young, so it would’ve got very little use! But for parents of chilled out little babies, it could work perfectly. Reclining seat aside, the high chair element is a great, safe and sturdy design that I would be happy to use, but it doesn’t exceed its competitors in any way.
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Very effective, with a large tray for food, a drinks holder, a safe and simple harness and several adjustments to use as baby grows or at different tables.
As the child grows older, the highchair can be detached from its base and used as a chair and table for drawing, playing, or other activities. This versatility makes it a long-lasting investment for parents. The Chicco Polly Magic Highchair is also designed with portability in mind. It has wheels that make it easy to move from one room to another, and it can be folded and stored compactly when not in use. Overall, the Chicco Polly Magic Highchair is a reliable and practical choice for parents looking for a highchair that can adapt to the changing needs of their growing child. Its comfort, safety features, and versatility make it an excellent investment for families..
Reviews for "The Benefits of a Multi-Functional Highchair: The Chicco Polly Magic"
1. Sarah - 2 stars - I was really disappointed with the Chicco polly magic highchair. The seat was uncomfortable for my baby and it didn't seem very secure. The adjustable height feature was also difficult to use and didn't stay in place. Overall, I don't think it's worth the price.
2. David - 2 stars - I had high hopes for the Chicco polly magic highchair but it just didn't live up to my expectations. The tray was flimsy and hard to attach properly, and my baby kept knocking it off. The seat cushion was also difficult to clean and stains easily. I ended up returning it and finding a different highchair that worked better for us.
3. Emily - 3 stars - While the Chicco polly magic highchair had some nice features, like the reclining option and the ability to convert into a booster seat, I found it to be overall poorly designed. The tray was too small and not adjustable, making it difficult to fit larger plates or bowls. The seat cushion was also not very comfortable and my baby seemed uncomfortable while sitting in it. I ended up replacing it with a different highchair that better suited our needs.
4. Mark - 2 stars - I regret purchasing the Chicco polly magic highchair. It was difficult to assemble and the instructions were not very clear. The seat was also not as stable as I would have liked, and my baby would often lean to the side. The overall quality of the highchair was also not great, with parts breaking easily. I would not recommend this highchair to others.