August 2022
Convertible Car Seats: Meta Ranking Report
This report contains an aggregate consensus of Convertible Car Seat rankings posted by key online experts, as of August 2022.
Summary
As of 9 Aug 2022, Nuna RAVA takes the cake as the most critically-acclaimed convertible car seat with 7 expert endorsements. 1 experts out of 7 recommended it as the '#1 convertible car seat' this month. It is followed by Cosco Scenera Next and Britax One4Life , with 6 and 3 expert endorsements respectively.
At a glance - August 2022 Ranking
| Rank | Change | Price | Convertible Car Seat |
Strolleria
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Healthline
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Parenting Pod
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Best Products
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babylist
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what to expect
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BabyGearLab
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Parents
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Good Housekeeping
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Verywell Family
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Nuna RAVA
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1
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5
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4
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5
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6
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9
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2
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2
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Cosco Scenera Next
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1
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4
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7
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4
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2
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8
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3
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- | $400 |
Britax One4Life
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1
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1
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2
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4
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- | $264 |
Graco 4Ever DLX
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2
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2
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7
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2
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8
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5
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+3 | $520 |
Clek Foonf
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3
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3
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8
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5
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7
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6
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-1 | $235 |
Graco Extend2Fit
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5
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5
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7
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1
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7
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-1 | $296 |
Graco 4Ever TrueShield
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1
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1
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8
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-1 | $300 |
Chicco NextFit Zip
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3
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7
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12
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3
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9
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- | $264 |
Diono Radian 3RXT
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4
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6
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9
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9
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10
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- | $370 |
Britax Boulevard ClickTight
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2
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6
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2
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11
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Britax Boulevard Clicktight ARB
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4
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1
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12
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Safety 1st Grow and Go
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7
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3
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5
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13
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- | $123 |
Evenflo Tribute LX
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9
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3
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4
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14
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- | $450 |
Cybex Sirona S SensorSafe
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4
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9
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8
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15
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- | $400 |
Evenflo Gold Revolve360
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8
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6
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11
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16
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+1 | $350 |
Uppababy Knox
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5
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3
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19
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+1 | $270 |
Evenflo Symphony DLX
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3
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6
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20
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+1 | $340 |
Britax Marathon ClickTight
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8
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3
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21
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-5 | $343 |
Chicco NextFit Zip Max
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4
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6
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22
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+1 | $220 |
Graco SlimFit All-in-One
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4
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7
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23
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-1 | $262 |
Maxi-Cosi Magellan
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6
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6
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24
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Nuna EXEC
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10
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4
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25
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Graco SlimFit3 LX
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9
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12
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We ranked Nuna RAVA #1 in August 2022 because:
- 7 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Convertible Car Seats” rankings.
- Out of those, 1 expert ranked Nuna RAVA as #1.
Best Products
Chemical Free
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Pros
Chic
Multiple safety indicators
Long rear-facing window
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Cons
Expensive
Heavy
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what to expect
Most Splurgeworthy Convertible Car Seat
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Pros
Stylish
comfortable fabric helps kids stay cool
made without flame-retardant chemicals
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Cons
Expensive
heavy
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BabyGearLab
Best for Quality
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Pros
Top-quality
Better crash analysis
Easy to install
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Cons
Heavy & wide
Expensive
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Good Housekeeping
Best Looking Convertible Car seat
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Pros
Weight range: 5-50 pounds rear-facing, 25-65 pounds forward-facing
Height range: Up to 49 inches
Carrier weight: 27.2 pounds
Carrier width: 19 inches
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Cons
Expensive at $450
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Verywell Family
Best Splurge
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Pros
Modern, sleek design
Easy seat belt installation
Added legroom for comfort
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Cons
Recline too upright for some children
Difficult reassembly after washing
Certain colors may fade over time
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We ranked Cosco Scenera Next #2 in August 2022 because:
- 6 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Convertible Car Seats” rankings.
- Out of those, 1 expert ranked Cosco Scenera Next as #1.
Parenting Pod
Best for Budget
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Pros
The seat’s fabric is both washer- and dryer-safe
the seats comes with detachable cup holders
has a one-year warranty
price tag is low
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Cons
With a forward-facing weight limit of just 40 pounds
no booster option
this car seat probably won’t fit your child past preschool
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what to expect
Best Affordable Convertible Car Seat
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Pros
Affordable
extremely lightweight
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Cons
Low weight limit of 40 pounds in the forward-facing position
thin padding
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Good Housekeeping
Best Value Convertible Car Seat
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Pros
Weight range: 5-40 pounds rear-facing, 22-40 pounds forward-facing
Height range: 19-40 inches rear-facing, 29-43 inches forward-facing
Carrier weight: 7 pounds
Carrier width: 17.5 inches
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Cons
Only approved for children up to 40 pounds
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Verywell Family
Best for Travel
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Pros
Easy to travel with
Three buckle locations
Available in variety of colors/patterns
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Cons
Not very comfortable
Lacking features
Rear- and forward-facing have same weight limit
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Methodology: combine opinions of key experts
Identify Experts
We identify key publishers and experts that consistently review and recommend Convertible Car Seats.
Capture Rankings
For each publisher we find a currently recommended "top 10" list of Convertible Car Seats, it must be updated in the last 9 months.
Aggregate Rankings
We put all those lists together and aggregate them. The more frequently a product is recommended, the higher it is in our ranking
Experts chosen for August 2022 ranking
Strolleria
Healthline
Parenting Pod
Best Products
babylist
what to expect
BabyGearLab
Parents
Good Housekeeping
Verywell Family
We ranked Britax One4Life #3 in August 2022 because:
- 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Convertible Car Seats” rankings.
- Out of those, 2 experts ranked Britax One4Life as #1.
Parenting Pod
Best Overall
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Pros
used for babies and children between 5 and 120 pounds
It also has a 15-position headrest and harness
nine recline positions
You can also purchase (separately) an anti-rebound bar
It has a one-year warranty.
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Cons
doesn’t offer a backless booster option
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We ranked Graco 4Ever DLX #4 in August 2022 because:
- 5 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Convertible Car Seats” rankings.
Parenting Pod
Best for Low-Weight Babies
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Pros
easier-to-remove fabric cover
one-step LATCH installation
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Cons
This car seat’s rear-facing weight limit is 40 pounds
it only has a year-long warranty
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Best Products
Most Popular
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Pros
Reasonably priced
Slim
Two cupholders
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Cons
Not dryer-safe
Cupholders not removable
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We ranked Clek Foonf #5 in August 2022 because:
- 5 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Convertible Car Seats” rankings.
Best Products
Best Narrow Car Seat
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Pros
Impressive safety features
Durable and tough against stains
Sturdy
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Cons
Expensive
Heavy
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BabyGearLab
Best for Narrow Seat Width
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Pros
Easy installation
Comfortable
Additional safety features
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Cons
Harder to use
Heavy
Expensive
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Good Housekeeping
Best Constructed Convertible Car Seat
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Pros
Weight range: 5-50 pounds rear-facing with infant insert, 22-65 pounds forward-facing
Height range: 19-43 inches rear-facing with infant insert, 30-49 inches forward-facing
Carrier weight: 38 pounds
Carrier width: 16.9 inches
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Cons
Expensive at $500
Requires separate infant insert to use from birth
Rethread harness requires manual harness adjustments
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We ranked Graco Extend2Fit #6 in August 2022 because:
- 4 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Convertible Car Seats” rankings.
- Out of those, 1 expert ranked Graco Extend2Fit as #1.
Parenting Pod
Best Extended Rear-Facing
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Pros
Easy LATCH installation
High rear-facing weight limit
Fits babies weighing 4 lbs and up
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Cons
Seatbelt installation can be difficult
Does not convert to a booster seat
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what to expect
Best Convertible Car Seat for Rear-Facing Toddlers
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Pros
High weight limits for both height and weight in rear-facing position
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Cons
No seatbelt lockoff devices, so you'll need to read your car's manual to figure out the seat belt installation process, harness can be tricky to tighten
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BabyGearLab
Best Crash Test Result
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Pros
Best crash test results
Rear-facing for longer
Reasonable price
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Cons
Average quality
Harder to install with the vehicle belt
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We ranked Graco 4Ever TrueShield #7 in August 2022 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Convertible Car Seats” rankings.
- Out of those, 2 experts ranked Graco 4Ever TrueShield as #1.
what to expect
Best Convertible Car Seat Overall
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Pros
Easy to install
plush fabric feels cozy
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Cons
Harness can be difficult to tighten
straps can be tricky to loosen when you're in a rush to get out of the car
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Verywell Family
Best Overall
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Pros
Can be used for up to 10 years
Easy to use straps
Quick installation
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Cons
Tough to fit in small vehicles
Heavy
Infant insert and shoulder pads easily lost
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We ranked Chicco NextFit Zip #8 in August 2022 because:
- 4 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Convertible Car Seats” rankings.
Parenting Pod
Best Belt Tightener And Zip-Off Fabric
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Pros
seat pad is comfortable
it’s easily adjustable
offers nine reclining positions
zipper feature allowing you to easily remove the fabric for washing
has many safety features such as a Superior DuoGuard protection with a deep rigid shell and EPS energy-absorbing foam, plus a steel frame (or rather steel-reinforced frame).
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Cons
it’s not clear what the warranty is.
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what to expect
Most Foolproof Convertible Car Seat
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Pros
Bubble indicator takes guesswork out of installation
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Cons
High minimum weight limit (12 pounds) means you can't use it from birth
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We ranked Diono Radian 3RXT #9 in August 2022 because:
- 4 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Convertible Car Seats” rankings.
Parenting Pod
Best For Travel
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Pros
The Radian can rear-face up to 45 lbs
its cover is machine washable
It has a one-year warranty
this seat is suited for infants as well
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Cons
seat is hard to install
heavy
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Verywell Family
Best for Tall Kids
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Pros
Slim and narrow
12-position headrest
Memory foam seat
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Cons
Hard to install
Heavy
Seat may not fit well in smaller cars
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We ranked Britax Boulevard ClickTight #10 in August 2022 because:
- 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Convertible Car Seats” rankings.
what to expect
Easiest Convertible Car Seat to Install
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Pros
Clicking sound gives you peace of mind that you've installed it correctly
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Cons
Heavy
straps may get twisted in forward-facing belt path
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We ranked Britax Boulevard Clicktight ARB #11 in August 2022 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Convertible Car Seats” rankings.
- Out of those, 1 expert ranked Britax Boulevard Clicktight ARB as #1.
BabyGearLab
Best for Easy Installation
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Pros
Foolproof installation
Easiest to use
Comfortable
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Cons
Average crash test results
Higher Price
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Good Housekeeping
Best Overall Convertible Car Seat
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Pros
Weight range: 5-40 pounds rear-facing, 20-65 pounds forward-facing
Height range: Up to 49 inches
Carrier weight: 29.4 pounds
Carrier width: 18.5 inches
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Cons
Heavy and bulky
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We ranked Safety 1st Grow and Go #12 in August 2022 because:
- 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Convertible Car Seats” rankings.
Verywell Family
Best 3-in-1
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Pros
Budget-friendly
Lightweight
Machine washable pads
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Cons
Installation can be tricky
Buckle difficult to unbuckle for some
Not much cushioning
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We ranked Evenflo Tribute LX #13 in August 2022 because:
- 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Convertible Car Seats” rankings.
BabyGearLab
Best Bang for the Buck
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Pros
Super inexpensive
Better crash test results
Narrower width
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Cons
Lower quality
Harder to install
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Verywell Family
Best Budget
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Pros
Good for travel
Body cushion for extra support
Four shoulder strap positions
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Cons
Not as comfortable as other options
Height allowance
Low weight limit
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We ranked Cybex Sirona S SensorSafe #14 in August 2022 because:
- 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Convertible Car Seats” rankings.
Best Products
Best smart car seat
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Pros
Tons of safety features
Multiple modes of installation
Luxe, machine-washable fabrics
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Cons
Pricey
Can be glitchy and give false alarms rarely
Not airline-certified
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Good Housekeeping
Best Convertible Car Seat with Built-in Sensor
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Pros
Weight range: 4-50 pounds rear-facing, 22-65 pounds forward-facing
Height range: 17-49 inches rear-facing, 28-49 inches forward-facing
Carrier weight: 30.4 pounds
Carrier width: 19 inches
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Cons
Bulkier design
Expensive at $500
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We ranked Evenflo Gold Revolve360 #15 in August 2022 because:
- 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Convertible Car Seats” rankings.
Best Products
Most Convenient
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Pros
Easy to put baby into and take out of
Machine-washable cover
All-in-one
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Cons
Not airline-certified
Hard to clean
Huge
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We ranked Uppababy Knox #16 in August 2022 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Convertible Car Seats” rankings.
Good Housekeeping
Best Convertible Car Seat for Switching Cars
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Pros
Weight range: 14-45 pounds rear-facing, 25-65 pounds forward-facing
Height range: Up to 49 inches
Carrier weight: 32.5 pounds
Carrier width: 18.8 inches
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Cons
Installation is more complicated than other options
Not suitable for newborns
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We ranked Evenflo Symphony DLX #17 in August 2022 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Convertible Car Seats” rankings.
Parenting Pod
Best Value for The Money
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Pros
offers cup holders and has a sleeve to cover the buckle so it won’t get too hot.
the seat has shoulder strap indicators
both to fit your child and the seat’s orientation
its Infinite Slide harness adjusts easily
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Cons
This seat doesn’t have seatbelt lock-offs
it only has a 90-day warranty
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Verywell Family
Best All-in-One
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Pros
Easy to use
Simple installation
Has recline options
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Cons
Large in size
Some sippy cups won't fit in cup holder
Harness straps may move easily
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We ranked Britax Marathon ClickTight #18 in August 2022 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Convertible Car Seats” rankings.
Parenting Pod
Best Without Booster
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Pros
comfortably padded and shaped
It also uses the least amount of flame retardant chemicals
offers easy cleanup, and is just 1.5 inches wider than the Clek seat
making it one of the easier convertible car seats to fit in a back row with three-car seats.
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Cons
This car seat can’t be used as a booster, and it rear-faces only to 40 pounds, not 50. Also, its fabric isn’t machine washable.
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Verywell Family
Most Comfortable
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Pros
Easy to install
No rethread required
Plush foam padding
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Cons
No booster seat option
Difficulty cleaning in cracks/crevices of seat
Heavy
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We ranked Chicco NextFit Zip Max #19 in August 2022 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Convertible Car Seats” rankings.
Best Products
Best Cover / Best Seller
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Pros
Washable
Easy-to-remove cover
Extra legroom
Breathable
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Cons
Takes a bit to install
Quite large
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Good Housekeeping
Easiest to Clean Convertible Car Seat
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Pros
Weight range: 4-50 pounds rear-facing, 22-65 pounds forward-facing
Height range: Up to 43 inches rear-facing, up to 49 inches forward-facing
Carrier weight: 26.7 pounds
Carrier width: 19 inches
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We ranked Graco SlimFit All-in-One #20 in August 2022 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Convertible Car Seats” rankings.
Good Housekeeping
Best 3-in-1 Convertible Car Seat
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Pros
Weight range: 5-40 pounds rear-facing, 22-65 pounds forward-facing, 40-100 pounds booster
Height range: Up to 49 inches, 43-57 inches booster
Carrier weight: 19.5 pounds
Carrier width: 19.9 inches
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Verywell Family
Best for Small Cars
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Pros
Good for small cars
No rethreading required
Easy installation
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Cons
Straps are hard to tighten
Straps cannot be removed to clean
Not all cups will fit inside cup holder
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We ranked Maxi-Cosi Magellan #21 in August 2022 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Convertible Car Seats” rankings.
Best Products
Best All-in-One
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Pros
Comfortable
Easy to clean
Adjustable head-to-torso side-impact protection
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Cons
Heavy
Huge
Small cupholders
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what to expect
Most Long-Lasting Convertible Car Seat
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Pros
Serious longevity
sleek
sophisticated look
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Cons
Expensive
installation not the simplest
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We ranked Nuna EXEC #22 in August 2022 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Convertible Car Seats” rankings.
We ranked Graco SlimFit3 LX #23 in August 2022 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Convertible Car Seats” rankings.
