Which strollers does the Cybex Cloud G Lux fit?
0 strollers take it with no adapter and 1 with one adapter, according to the makers.
Bugaboo strollers that take the Cybex Cloud G Lux
You'll need this adapter.
Key specs
- Child weight
- 4–35 lb
- Child height
- up to 32 in
- Carrier weight
- 12 lb
- Install
- With the base or without
- On a plane
- Only without the base
- Expires
- 6 years after it was made
About the Cybex Cloud G Lux
The Cybex Cloud G Lux is a rear-facing infant car seat for babies from 4 to 35 lb and up to 32 in tall. The carrier alone weighs 12 lb. Base: rigid LATCH base with load leg and anti-rebound bar. Cybex says it is approved for use on aircraft. Cybex gives it a 6-year life from the date of manufacture. Cybex points to load leg + anti-rebound, rigid latch install, lie-flat recline outside car, sensorsafe chest clip and 4 more; see the details below.
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1 stroller takes it according to the makers. By kind: 1 compact travel stroller. The lightest pairing we have figures for is the Bugaboo Butterfly 2 at 16 lb, about 28 lb with the carrier on.
Summary from the makers' published data.
Highlights
- Load leg + anti-reboundThe base combines a load leg with an anti-rebound bar. Cybex product page
- Rigid LATCH installInstalls with rigid LATCH. Cybex product page
- Lie-flat recline outside carIt can attach to a CYBEX stroller in its full-recline position. Cybex product page
- SensorSafe chest clipBluetooth chest clip alerts your phone if it is unbuckled, the back seat is too hot or cold, or baby is left behind. Cybex product page
- UPF 50+ canopyExtra-large UPF 50+ canopy that tucks away. Cybex product page
- 12-position headrest12 headrest heights; the harness adjusts with the headrest. Cybex product page
- Ventilated shellAir channels in the shell let air flow through the seat. Cybex product page
- Child size rangeFor babies 4 to 35 lb and up to 32 inches. Cybex product page
Build your travel system
Pick the other half to see the whole set at the makers' list prices.
List prices from the makers; stores and sales vary.
Compare the Cloud G Lux with similar infant seats
The closest seats of the same kind by weight and price. Every figure is the maker's.
| CybexCloud G LuxThis one | CybexCloud G | CybexCloud T | BritaxB-Safe 35 Elite | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carrier weight | 12 lb | 12 lb | 12 lb | 11.5 lb |
| Baby weight up to | 35 lb | 35 lb | 30 lb | 35 lb |
| Baby height up to | 32 in | 32 in | 32 in | — |
| Without the base | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| On a plane | Yes | Yes | Yes | — |
| Expires after | 6 yrs | 6 yrs | 6 yrs | — |
| Strollers that fit | 1 | 5 | 6 | 0 |
| …with no adapter | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| List price | — | — | $649.95 | — |
| Check price | Check price | Check price | Check price |
How to use the Cybex Cloud G Lux
Step-by-step guides from the maker's manual. Pick one.
Canopy
- 1The built-in canopy has four positions.
- 2Pull it forward to extend it.
- 3Push it back gently to fold it away.
Retold from Cybex manual (PDF).
Common problems with the Cybex Cloud G Lux
- Cybex sells replacement parts through its US customer service team, called ParentLink.
- Email info.us@cybex-online.com or call 1-877-242-5676 and say which seat you have and which part you need.
- Turn the carrier over: the sticker with both dates is on the bottom of the seat.
- Cybex certifies this infant seat for 6 years from the date of manufacture.
- Once it has expired, Cybex suggests asking your local community recycling center about recycling it.
- Cybex infant seats are designed to work with any Cybex stroller.
- Use the car seat adapters that come in the box with the Cybex stroller.
- Cybex says each stroller maker decides which seats fit its strollers.
- Some other stroller brands sell their own adapters for Cybex seats.
- Check the other stroller's user manual to see whether it offers a compatible adapter.
- Yes: the carrier has separate belt guides for installing it without the base.
- Use a locking lap-and-shoulder vehicle belt only.
- Make sure the vehicle's buckle and belt hardware don't press against the carrier.
- Follow the no-base installation pages in your owner's manual.
- Keep one hand on the carry handle.
- Squeeze the recline release handle and push the seat back down until it locks flat.
- To return to car mode, squeeze the release handle again and lift the seat back until it locks upright.
- The flat position is only for use outside the car.
- First make sure the seat is installed tightly with either LATCH or the vehicle belt.
- Check it moves less than 1 inch at the belt path, as your manual describes.
- If it's tight, a small gap is acceptable.
- If your vehicle seat back adjusts, making it more upright can help close the gap.
The Cybex Cloud G Lux: pros and cons
Why parents pick it
- Rated for babies up to 35 lb (typical 32 lb), so it lasts longer. (compared with the strollers and seats we list)
- Approved for use on aircraft. (maker)
Keep in mind
- Only 1 stroller listed for it. (from the makers' fit charts)
- Heavier carrier than most: 12 lb (typical 9.5 lb). (compared with the strollers and seats we list)
- 6-year life from manufacture. (maker)
Manuals and downloads
Straight from the makers. The manual that came with your product is the one to follow.
Frequently asked questions (12)
What are the weight and height limits of the Cybex Cloud G Lux?
4–35 lb, up to 32 in tall.
Can you use the Cybex Cloud G Lux without the base?
Yes. Cybex's manual describes 2 ways to install it with no base: with the European belt path; with a lap belt.
How do I install the Cybex Cloud G Lux?
Cybex's manual gives 4 ways: with the base, using LATCH; with the base, using the car's seat belt; without the base, with the European belt path; without the base, with a lap belt.
Is the Cybex Cloud G Lux FAA approved?
Yes, but the maker approves it for aircraft only without the base.
When does the Cybex Cloud G Lux expire?
6 years after the date it was made; the date is on the seat's label.
What base does the Cybex Cloud G Lux use?
Rigid LATCH base with load leg and anti-rebound bar.
Can I buy an extra Cybex base?
The Cloud T sits on its own Cloud T Base, which has an anti-rebound bar and a load leg.
Which strollers does the Cybex Cloud G Lux fit?
1 strollers, according to the makers: 0 take it with no adapter, 1 with one adapter.
Does the Cybex Cloud G Lux fit the Bugaboo Butterfly 2?
Yes, with the Bugaboo Butterfly 2 car seat adapter.
When do I use or remove the Cybex Cloud G Lux infant insert?
Use the infant insert for smaller babies to get a better harness fit and more support for the body. Cybex suggests keeping it in until about 11 lb or about 3 months.
Where do I get a replacement part for my Cybex infant car seat?
Cybex sells replacement parts through its US customer service team, called ParentLink. Email info.us@cybex-online.com or call 1-877-242-5676 and say which seat you have and which part you need.
Specifications
Weight and size
| Carrier weight (no base) | 12 lb1 |
|---|
Base, safety and travel
| Base | Rigid LATCH base with load leg and anti-rebound bar1 |
|---|---|
| Approved for aircraft | Yes2 |
| Expires after | 6 years1 |
From the makers' fit charts
| Strollers that fit | 1 |
|---|---|
| …with no adapter | 0 |
| Ways to install (maker's manual) | 4 |
| Step-by-step guides | 7 |