BubbleBum Teleport Booster: Foldable Travel Booster Review
Per BubbleBum's published documentation, the Teleport is a FMVSS 213-certified foldable booster, weighs 5.2 lbs, and is not FAA accepted for in-flight use.
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FAA Acceptance
Not approved
This restraint is not approved for use on aircraft. Gate-check or carry; use at destination in rental cars and rideshares only.
noChild Range
40–100 lbs and 43–57 inches
Minimum 40lbs, 43inches and 4 years old. However, Velivolo CPST Experts recommends children remain in their five-point harness until they've maxed out either the height or weight limits. For booster use, the child should be ideally over 5 and developmentally mature enough to remain upright throughout the duration of the trip, even when asleep.
yesFolded For Travel
Yes
At 5.2 lbs it fits in a rolling carry-on or large backpack when folded. — telescopic fold to ~1/3 height
yesBubbleBum Teleport Specifications
The BubbleBum Teleport is a belt-positioning booster weighing 5.2 lbs that telescopes to roughly one-third of its deployed height. At $62, its suitable for children 40–100 lbs across the full booster window. FMVSS 213 certified and not FAA accepted, it cannot be used in flight — its role is ground transport at the destination after flying. The shoulder carry strap makes it easy to travel with.
- The Teleport Highback Booster weighs 5.2 lbs and folds via a telescopic mechanism to approximately one-third of its deployed height.
- The Teleport covers children 40–100 lbs and 43–57 inches tall.
- Not permitted for use on aircraft.
- The Teleport measures 14.5 inches wide, enabling three-across placement in many mid-size vehicles.
BubbleBum Teleport Specifications
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FAA Status — Not Approved for Aircraft Use
- Confidence:
- Not applicable (seat not FAA accepted)
- Regulatory:
- 14 CFR 121.311(b)(2)(ii) — belt-positioning boosters prohibited on US commercial aircraft
- FMVSS 213:
- Yes
- FMVSS 213a:
- not published
Airworthiness note
Not certified for use on aircraft.
Flying With the Teleport: What to Know
The BubbleBum Teleport Highback Booster cannot be used in flight on US commercial carriers. Per 14 CFR 121.311(b)(2)(ii), belt-positioning booster seats are prohibited during taxi, takeoff, and landing because they require a lap-shoulder belt that aircraft seats do not provide. The Teleport's value for flying families is entirely in its destination role: its 5.2-lb folded form fits in a rolling carry-on or checked bag, providing a structured highback booster for rental cars, taxis, and rideshares at the destination. Instead of gate-checking, families should pack it in carry-on, store in overhead bin, or underneath the passenger seat infront.
The Teleport is a destination booster that's easy to travel with — fold it, pack it, unfold when you reach your destination.
- Install Method
- Not certified for use on aircraft.
- Economy Fit
- Does not fit standard economy
- Gate-Check
- Cabin-carry preferred
- Recline-Friendly
- No
How to Install the BubbleBum Teleport
Complete Installation Walkthrough
Watch our full guide for installing the BubbleBum Teleport
Travel Score
Cannot be used in the aircraft cabin, but may be brought onboard (typically as part of your luggage allowance).
Gate-Check not necessary. Fold the Teleport, place it in one of your suitcases, in the overhead bin, or under the passenger seat infront.
The Teleport's primary role — unfold in under a minute, route the lap-shoulder belt through the guides in any rental car, taxi, or rideshare. The built-in shoulder carry strap makes it convenient to transport between rideshares.
5.2 lbs and folds to approximately one-third of deployed height; fits in most rolling carry-ons or large backpacks, making it the most portable structured highback booster in the travel cluster.
Velivolo Score
Cannot be used in flight
Vehicle lap-shoulder belt routes through integrated belt guides in under 30 seconds.
At $62 and a 40–100 lb range, the Teleport delivers use across the older booster window.
Folds to roughly one-third its height; at 5.2 lbs it is among the lightest foldable boosters available.
Pros & Cons
- Folds to approximately one-third of deployed height via a telescopic mechanism, fitting in most rolling carry-ons or large backpacks at just 5.2 lbs.
- The 14.5-inch seat width helps with three-across installation.
- Has a built-in shoulder carry strap and additional luggage strap, making transport during travel days easy.
- Features a machine washable cover.
- Cannot be used on aircraft.
- At 5.2 lbs it is heavier than the inflatable BubbleBum (under 1 lb deflated), requiring deliberate packing strategy for ultra-light travelers. Or extra item to carry with its dedicated shoulder carry strap.
Best For
Traveling families with school-age kids 40–100 lbs
The Teleport is engineered for the exact gap where an inflatable backless booster feels too bare and a full-size highback is too heavy to travel with. At 5.2 lbs folded, it provides structured highback support in rental cars without requiring a checked car-seat bag.
Parents who carpool or rideshare at the destination
The Teleport unfolds in seconds and routes the vehicle lap-shoulder belt through integrated guides — making it fast to install and remove across multiple rideshare or taxi trips during a vacation.
Three-across families
At 14.5 inches wide, the Teleport is slim, making three-across installation feasible in most minivans and many full-size SUVs,
Key Features
Telescopic Fold Mechanism
The Teleport uses a telescopic fold that collapses the seat to approximately one-third of its deployed height. This mechanism is the defining travel feature — the folded form fits in most rolling carry-on suitcases and large backpacks, enabling families to bring a structured highback booster without checking a separate bag or relying on a gate-check tag.
Built-In Shoulder Carry Strap
The Teleport features a built-in shoulder carry strap. Allowing for easy of transportation on travel days.
Built-in Luggage Strap
The Teleport also features a built-in luggage strap that you can slide through the carry handle of your rolling carry-on suitcase.
Machine Washable Cover with Non Skid Bottom
The Teleport Booster has a machine washable cover, and features a non skid bottom.
Real-World Scenarios
Domestic flight with a 6-year-old at 55 lbs
The Teleport cannot be used in flight, but at 5.2 lbs the child is able to carry it themselves through the airport using the built-in shoulder carry strap, and store it in the overhead bin compartment on the airplane.
Uber pickup at the destination airport
The Teleport's primary role. Unfold in under a minute, place child in seat, route the vehicle lap-shoulder belt through the guides.
Three-across weekend carpool with 40–100 lb kids
At 14.5 inches wide, three Teleports fit comfortably for many 3-across situations.
How It Compares
Per BubbleBum's published documentation, the inflatable BubbleBum is a backless booster that deflates to under 1 lb for carry-on packing. The Teleport is heavier at 5.2 lbs but provides a structured highback with headrest and side wings — more support for longer trips and taller children. Choose the inflatable for maximum packability; choose the Teleport if your child needs a highback for comfort or side-wing support.
Read full reviewPer mifold's published documentation, the Original is a compact backless booster weighing approximately 1.5 lbs. The Teleport is heavier but provides full highback support with headrest and side wings. The mifold Original folds smaller but offers no head or shoulder support for sleeping children. Choose the mifold for maximum compactness in a backless booster; choose the Teleport for structured highback use.
Read full reviewPer mifold's published documentation, the Comfort adds padding over the Original but remains a compact backless booster. The Teleport provides a full highback with headrest at a comparable price point. For families whose child sleeps in the car or needs side support, the Teleport's structured shell is a meaningful upgrade over the Comfort's backless design.
Read full reviewPer WAYB's published documentation, the Pico is an 8-lb FAA accepted 5-point harness seat that works on aircraft and in vehicles for children 22–50 lbs. The Teleport at $62 is dramatically less expensive but not FAA accepted and uses a belt-positioning design requiring a minimum of 40 lbs. Choose the Pico for families who need in-flight restraint or have younger children in harness; choose the Teleport as an affordable destination highback booster for a child already in the booster window.
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Bring in the Cabin
The Teleport's 5.2-lb folded form also fits in most rolling carry-ons, giving you the option to keep it with you instead of gate-checking. You can store it in the overhead bin compartment, or under the passenger seat infront of you.
Better than a Rental Seat
For older children, the Teleport is convenient to travel with, eliminating the need to rent a car seat from the agency. At $62 retail price, the seat pays for itself in avoided rental fees that charge $20-40/day. Per BubbleBum's guidance, verify the telescopic fold mechanism extends fully and clicks into place before placing the child in the seat.
Inspect Fold Hinge Before Each Trip
Per BubbleBum's product guidance, inspect the telescopic fold hinge and locking mechanism before each use. Verify the seat fully extends to its deployed position and the lock engages with a positive click. Do not use the seat if the hinge feels loose or fails to lock, and contact BubbleBum customer support at bubblebum.co for replacement guidance.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use the BubbleBum Teleport on an airplane?
No, The Teleport is not certified for use on aircraft. But for convenience, you may considering bringing it on board (typically considered as part of your baggage allowance) and storing it in the overhead bin or underneath the passenger seat infront of you.
What are the weight and height limits on the BubbleBum Teleport?
The Teleport Highback Booster is rated for children weighing 40–100 lbs and measuring 43–57 inches tall.
How does the BubbleBum Teleport fold for travel?
The Teleport uses a telescopic fold mechanism that collapses the seat to approximately one-third of its deployed height. Once folded, parents and children alike can use the built-in shoulder carry strap for easy transport. Before each use, the seat must be fully extended to its deployed position and the locking mechanism engaged before placing the child in the seat — listen for the positive locking click.
How wide is the BubbleBum Teleport — does it fit three-across?
The Teleport Highback Booster measures 14.5 inches at its widest point — narrower than most boosters, which typically run 17–20 inches. The Teleoport has a 15inch depth. This profile makes it helpful for 3-across situations.
What is the BubbleBum Teleport expiration date?
The Teleport's expiration date is printed on the date-of-manufacture label located on the underside of the seat shell. Reference your label to confirm the expiration date.
How does the Teleport compare to the BubbleBum inflatable booster?
Per BubbleBum's published documentation, the inflatable BubbleBum backless booster deflates to under 1 pound for carry-on packing, while the Teleport Highback weighs 5.2 lbs when folded. The inflatable model is the choice for maximum packability in a backless booster;
Can I use the BubbleBum Teleport in a taxi or rideshare?
Yes. the Teleport Highback Booster installs in any vehicle with a standard three-point lap-shoulder belt, making it well-suited for use in taxis, Uber, Lyft, and other rideshares where a rear-seat lap-shoulder belt is available. Many families use the Teleport specifically for airport-to-hotel or airport-to-cruise legs where travel is limited upon arrival to destination.
Sources
- 1BubbleBum Teleport Product Page (2026) — Specifications, weight range, fold mechanism, certifications. Source
- 214 CFR Section 121.311 — Seats, Safety Belts, and Shoulder Harnesses (2024) — Federal rule prohibiting booster seats on US commercial aircraft. Source
- 3FAA Advisory Circular AC 120-87C (2015) — FAA guidance on child restraint systems in aircraft, CRS categories. Source
- 4NHTSA NCRUSS — National Child Restraint Use Special Study (DOT HS 812 157) (2015) — Nationally representative booster misuse rates — 16% highback, 24% backless. Source
- 5Amazon — BubbleBum Teleport Highback Booster (B0CT67FR3J) (2026) — Retail listing, street price, customer reviews. Source
Last updated: 2026-05-15
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