Real parents share their experience with the Mesa Max The UPPAbaby Mesa Max in Gregory is worth every cent. The anti-rebound load leg + extra-large SIP pod gave me peace of mind no other seat did — crash tests show it reduces rotation by up to 50% vs V2. SmartSecure install is still idiot-proof, and the Gregory blue mélange hides everything. Direct click into our Vista V3 is seamless. Our 8 lb newborn fits perfectly with the robust insert. Sold our Nuna after seeing the Mesa Max’s load leg and reinforced steel base. Installation with the new rigidity LATCH is rock-solid, and the Gregory fabric feels premium (merino wool option available). Baby stays cooler thanks to the ventilated shell. Pun & Naya shipped to Australia in 5 days — faster than local retailers! The Mesa Max Gregory looks stunning with our Cruz V2. The load leg clicks into place easily, the infinite-adjust headrest is smoother than Cybex Cloud G, and the massive canopy blocks wind perfectly on Canadian winters. Infant insert is thicker and more supportive than the V2 — our preemie loves it. Zero chemical smell thanks to GREENGUARD Gold.
Meet the 2025 UPPAbaby Mesa Max Infant Car Seat in Gregory (Blue Mélange) — the safest, smartest, and most advanced Mesa yet. Now featuring an anti-rebound load leg, enlarged side-impact protection pod, and rigidity LATCH system for maximum stability and up to 50% less head movement in crashes.
Includes the robust infant insert (4–11 lbs) with wedge for preemies, infinite-adjust headrest, and no-rethread harness. Direct adapter-free attachment to Vista V3/Cruz V2/Minu V2. GREENGUARD Gold Certified, naturally flame-retardant fabrics, and ventilated shell for temperature regulation. European belt path + load leg for baseless installs worldwide.
Oversized UPF 50+ canopy, one-button release from base, and luxurious Gregory blue mélange fabric (merino wool/no added chemicals). The ultimate evolution of the award-winning Mesa series — engineered for parents who refuse to compromise on safety.
Why the Mesa Max is our #1 recommended infant seat Independent crash testing showed the Mesa Max load leg + SIP pod combo outperforms Nuna Pipa Aire RX, Cybex Cloud G Lux, and even the previous V2 by 38–50% in rebound control and HIC scores. The rigidity LATCH adds an extra layer of stability no competitor matches yet. Only 10.2 lbs with load leg (lighter than most European seats with the same tech). Infinite headrest adjustment, ventilated shell, and merino wool Gregory fabric option. SmartSecure indicators + load leg visual confirmation = zero install mistakes in our parent trials. Our whole team (half are parents) switched to the Max the moment it launched. Gregory looks incredible on reels, the load leg folds neatly for storage, and parents tag us daily saying “this is the safest seat on the market”. Fastest-selling UPPAbaby item we’ve ever carried. 99.9% satisfaction rate — highest we’ve ever recorded. Most common comment: “The load leg alone made me upgrade from V2”. Gregory is the #1 color because it hides dirt and looks gender-neutral. Returns almost zero — parents keep it for baby #2!Customer Reviews
The load leg makes me sleep better at night
Safer than Nuna Pipa Aire RX — and I owned both
Best infant seat for 2025 hands down
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Product Specifications
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Brand | UPPAbaby |
| Model | Mesa Max (2025) |
| Color | Gregory (Blue Mélange) – Merino Wool available |
| Weight Range | 4–35 lbs | Height up to 32" |
| Weight (carrier only) | 10.2 lbs |
| Safety Features | Anti-rebound load leg, enlarged SIP pod, rigidity LATCH, SmartSecure® |
| Stroller Compatibility | Direct: Vista V3/Cruz V2/Minu V2 | Adapters for others |
| Key Features |
• Load leg + enlarged side-impact protection • Robust infant insert included • Infinite-adjust headrest • Ventilated shell + oversized UPF 50+ canopy • GREENGUARD Gold & flame-retardant free • Base + insert included |