
Our tester spent a month using the seat on both rear and forward-facing everyday school runs. ClearTex fabrics have no added chemicals.
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The Chicco OneFit ClearTex All-in-One car seat is designed to run the full gamut of your car seat needs from the hospital ride home through the booster seat. Our tester also found that the RAVA fit better in some vehicles (a Honda CR-V) than others (a Subaru Impreza). That said, the RAVA is one of the heavier options on the market, weighing a little over 27 lbs and, according to our tester, is a bit too bulky to bring on the plane. Our tester also likes the easy-on and easy-off fabric that comes in handy for the occasional vomit cleaning. Our tester owns this seat and enjoys its great looks, simple design and ability to easily transfer from vehicle to vehicle Nuna's preferred method is a simpler installation using the seat belt. Though it is a bit pricier than other options on the market.ĭistinctive RAVA features include the ability to use the seat rear-facing up to 50 pounds and a steel frame combined with energy-absorbing foam for advanced impact protection. It marries a sleek Red Dot Award-winning design with easy-to-use features. > The RAVA is a convertible car seat from Dutch manufacturer Nuna. Graco also sells relatively affordable standalone booster options. But you can buy the 3-in-1 model which can convert to a booster seat and accommodate children up to 100 lbs. The Extend2Fit 2-in-1 only goes up to 65 lbs. The LATCH strap tightener - especially after a year or so of use - can also require some brute force to loosen. The Graco Extend2Fit is bulky and not aesthetically pleasing out of the box (or after a year of kids spilling on it). Converting from forward-facing to rear-facing can be done in seconds, with one or two adjustments and one-handed. The headrest and harness adjust simultaneously. LATCH straps stay in place with only one to pull.
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The Graco Extend2Fit is lightweight and supremely easy to install - an awesome feature when you have to move it frequently. Our tester owns a rotating fleet of four or five Graco Extend2Fit seats that cycle between personal vehicles, press fleet cars and grandparents. It delivers the functionality of an expensive seat but at a considerable discount compared to fancier rivals.

That's where the Graco Extend2Fit comes in. When you reach the convertible car seat stage, you'll likely need more than one. But certain seats are designed to be particularly narrow, making it easier for parents to fit three across the second row or use the other two seats for human or canine passengers. Some seats promise additional safety features above and beyond those required. Seats from major brands sold from reputable outlets will display that information prominently be wary of cut-rate prices and buying used. Safety: All car seats sold in America must meet federal motor vehicle safety standards. Converting the seat between phases should be simple and intuitive. Setting up the seat safety using the LATCH system should not require sweat. Seats that are bulky and heavy will be more unwieldy to deal with. Look for a seat that is easy to install and easy to install again when you have to move it.

Installation: The absolute last thing you want as a parent is more stress. Added ventilation to keep the seat from getting too hot is always a bonus.

But they do know whether straps are too tight or parts of the seat are scratchy. They can't appreciate the finer points of Alcantara leather. The best convertible car seats will have fabric that is easily cleanable if not removable for machine washing.Ĭomfort: Toddlers have no hesitation about letting you know when they're not comfortable. In practice, booster seats aren't that expensive relatively and the transition from forward-facing to booster could be five to six years away.Ĭleaning: Children spill things frequently. 3-in-1 seats do that and transition into a booster seat. What to Look For in a Convertible Car Seatģ-in-1: Convertible car seats switch from rear-facing to forward-facing.
