April 2024
Convertible Car Seats: MetaRanking
This page highlights the aggregate summary of convertible car seats rankings posted by key online experts, as of April 2024.
Summary
On 9 Apr 2024, ReviewFinder team examined a total of 84 convertible car seat endorsements from 10 reputable publishers.
34 convertible car seats were endorsed in total, only 21 made it into this month's ranking. (ReviewFinder requires a minimum of 2 endorsements to be included)
As of 9 Apr 2024, Nuna RAVA takes the cake as the most critically-acclaimed convertible car seat with 8 expert endorsements. 1 expert out of 8 recommended it as the '#1 convertible car seat' this month.
Brand breakdown
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Graco: 7 convertible car seats
(#1 is Graco 4Ever DLX)
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Britax: 5 convertible car seats
(#1 is Britax One4Life)
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Chicco: 4 convertible car seats
(#1 is Chicco NextFit Zip Max)
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Evenflo: 3 convertible car seats
(#1 is Evenflo Gold Revolve360)
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Cosco: 2 convertible car seats
(#1 is Cosco Scenera Next)
Price breakdown
At a glance - April Ranking
| Rank | Change | Price | Convertible Car Seat |
Best Products
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Good Housekeeping
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what to expect
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Verywell Family
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BabyGearLab
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Parenting Pod
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babylist
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Parents
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Strolleria
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Wirecutter
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1
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Nuna RAVA
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4
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5
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5
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9
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5
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-
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4
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9
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1
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-
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2
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- | $239 |
Graco 4Ever DLX
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6
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-
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1
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-
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1
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2
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2
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-
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-
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-
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3
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+1 | Check price |
Britax One4Life
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-
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-
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2
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-
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-
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1
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1
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-
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-
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-
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4
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+1 | Check price |
Cosco Scenera Next
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-
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2
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3
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-
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-
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4
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7
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-
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-
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3
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5
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-2 | Check price |
Britax Boulevard ClickTight
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1
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-
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-
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4
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-
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-
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-
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4
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2
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-
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6
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+2 | Check price |
Safety 1st Grow and Go
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-
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-
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4
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3
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-
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-
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3
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3
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-
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-
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7
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+3 | $298 |
Graco Turn2Me
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-
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-
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-
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1
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-
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-
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-
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1
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-
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-
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8
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-1 | $580 |
Clek Foonf
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2
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8
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-
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-
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-
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-
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8
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-
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3
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-
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9
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-3 | $225 |
Graco Extend2Fit 3-in-1
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-
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-
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-
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5
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2
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-
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5
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5
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-
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-
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10
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-1 | Check price |
Graco Extend2Fit
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-
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-
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6
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6
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-
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5
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-
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6
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-
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-
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11
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- | Check price |
Diono Radian 3RXT
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-
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-
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-
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2
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-
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6
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-
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2
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-
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-
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12
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- | $400 |
Cybex Sirona S SensorSafe
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7
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-
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-
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-
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6
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-
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-
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-
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4
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-
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13
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- | Check price |
Chicco NextFit Zip Max
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3
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7
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-
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-
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-
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12
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-
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-
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-
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14
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- | $216 |
Maxi Cosi Pria All-in-1
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-
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6
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-
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7
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-
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-
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-
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7
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-
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-
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15
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+1 | $160 |
Graco Contender Slim
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-
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-
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-
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8
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-
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-
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11
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8
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-
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16
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-1 | Check price |
Evenflo Gold Revolve360
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-
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-
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-
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11
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6
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11
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-
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-
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19
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- | $150 |
Graco SlimFit All-in-One
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-
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-
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7
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3
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-
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-
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-
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-
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-
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20
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- | $252 |
Graco SlimFit3 LX
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-
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3
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-
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-
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-
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-
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9
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-
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-
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-
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21
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- | $300 |
Uppababy Knox
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4
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-
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-
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-
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-
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5
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22
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- | Check price |
Safety 1st Grow and Go Extend ‘n Ride LX
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-
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-
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-
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10
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-
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-
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-
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10
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-
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-
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23
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+1 | $300 |
Chicco OneFit ClearTex
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-
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-
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-
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12
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-
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-
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12
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-
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-
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We ranked Nuna RAVA #1 in April 2024 because:
- 8 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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Multiple safety indicators
Long rear-facing window
Chic aesthetic
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Expensive
Heavy
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Good Housekeeping
Best Premium Convertible Car Seat
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Can keep kids rear-facing up to 50 lbs
Small size and built-in guides make for easier installation
10 recline and 10 headrest positions to optimize comfort
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Pricey
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what to expect
Best Convertible Car Seat for Rear-Facing Toddlers
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Stylish
comfortable fabric helps kids stay cool
made without flame-retardant chemicals
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Expensive
heavy
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BabyGearLab
Easiest to Use Convertible
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Easy to use
Lots of padding and comfortable
Integrated tensioner
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Expensive
Cup holder/belt threading collision
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We ranked Graco 4Ever DLX #2 in April 2024 because:
- 5 independent experts mentioned it in their “best convertible car seats” rankings.
- Out of those, 2 experts ranked Graco 4Ever DLX as #1.
Best Products
Best 5-in-1
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Kid favorite
Slimmer than others
Comfy for rider
Easy to clean
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Going from booster to backless booster is tricky
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what to expect
Best Convertible Car Seat Overall
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Easy to install
plush fabric feels cozy
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Some parents find it tricky to put the fabric back together afterwards
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BabyGearLab
Best Overall Convertible and Crash Testing
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Top crash results
Easy to use
Straightforward LATCH install
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Bubble indicator on one side only
Rougher fabric
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Parenting Pod
Best for Low-Weight Babies
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The 4Ever DLX is a newer version of the 4Ever 4-in-1, with the main difference being extra crash protection and an easier-to-remove fabric cover.
Another benefit of this car seat is the one-step LATCH installation, which helps guarantee proper installation in most newer vehicles.
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This car seat’s rear-facing weight limit is 40 pounds – not low, but not great, either. In addition, it only has a year-long warranty.
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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 April 2024 ranking
Best Products
Good Housekeeping
what to expect
Verywell Family
BabyGearLab
Parenting Pod
babylist
Parents
Strolleria
Wirecutter
We ranked Britax One4Life #3 in April 2024 because:
- 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best convertible car seats” rankings.
- Out of those, 2 experts ranked Britax One4Life as #1.
what to expect
Easiest Convertible Car Seat to Install
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Clicking ensures you've installed seat correctly
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Expensive
Heavier
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Parenting Pod
Best Overall
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The Britax One4Life can be used for babies and children between 5 and 120 pounds, and up to 63” tall. It also has a 15-position headrest and harness, and nine recline positions.
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Though this seat can be used for children up to 63 inches tall, it doesn’t offer a backless booster option – just rear-facing, forward-facing, and high-back booster.
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We ranked Cosco Scenera Next #4 in April 2024 because:
- 5 independent experts mentioned it in their “best convertible car seats” rankings.
Good Housekeeping
Best Value Convertible Car Seat
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Great low price
Slimmest and most lightweight on our list
Certified for airline use
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Only approved for children up to 40 lbs
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what to expect
Best Lightweight Convertible Car Seat
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Affordable
Travel-friendly
Slim enough to fit three in a backseat
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Low weight limit of 40 pounds
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Parenting Pod
Best for Budget
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The seat’s fabric is both washer- and dryer-safe, and the seats comes with detachable cup holders. Like most of the other best convertible car seats listed here, the Scenera Next has a one-year warranty. Last – the price tag is low.
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With a forward-facing weight limit of just 40 pounds, and no booster option, this car seat probably won’t fit your child past preschool.
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We ranked Britax Boulevard ClickTight #5 in April 2024 because:
- 4 independent experts mentioned it in their “best convertible car seats” rankings.
- Out of those, 1 expert ranked Britax Boulevard ClickTight as #1.
Best Products
Best Overall
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Easy to install
Great safety indicators
Multiple positions
Easy to clean
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Heavy
Rarely goes on sale
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We ranked Safety 1st Grow and Go #6 in April 2024 because:
- 4 independent experts mentioned it in their “best convertible car seats” rankings.
what to expect
Best Affordable Convertible Car Seat
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Long-lasting
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Bulky
More difficult to install
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We ranked Graco Turn2Me #7 in April 2024 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best convertible car seats” rankings.
- Out of those, 2 experts ranked Graco Turn2Me as #1.
We ranked Clek Foonf #8 in April 2024 because:
- 4 independent experts mentioned it in their “best convertible car seats” rankings.
Best Products
Best Narrow Car Seat
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Impressive safety features
Durable and tough against stains
Sturdy
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Expensive
Heavy
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Good Housekeeping
Best Premium Convertible Car Seat
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Durable build
Children can ride rear-facing to 50 lbs
Recycling program for car seats near expiration date
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Rethread harness requires manual harness adjustments
Heaviest car seat on our list
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We ranked Graco Extend2Fit 3-in-1 #9 in April 2024 because:
- 4 independent experts mentioned it in their “best convertible car seats” rankings.
BabyGearLab
Best Overall for Rear-Facing Longer
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Better crash test analysis
Potential for rear-facing longer
Legroom
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Lacks belt lock-off
Single-side level indicator
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We ranked Graco Extend2Fit #10 in April 2024 because:
- 4 independent experts mentioned it in their “best convertible car seats” rankings.
what to expect
Best Car Seat for Taller Kids
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Has an extension panel for extra legroom
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Bulky
Harness can be tricky to tighten
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Parenting Pod
Best Extended Rear-Facing
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Easy LATCH installation
High rear-facing weight limit
Fits babies weighing 4 lbs and up
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Seatbelt installation can be difficult
Does not convert to a booster seat
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We ranked Diono Radian 3RXT #11 in April 2024 because:
- 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best convertible car seats” rankings.
Parenting Pod
Best For Travel
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The Radian can rear-face up to 45 lbs, and its cover is machine washable. It has a one-year warranty. Unlike the Clek, this seat is suited for infants as well.
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Many parents have complained that the seat is hard to install, and the angle may not be good for smaller babies. Also, some kids may outgrow the seat early – and the seat itself is relatively heavy, at over 27 lbs.
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We ranked Cybex Sirona S SensorSafe #12 in April 2024 because:
- 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best convertible car seats” rankings.
Best Products
Best smart car seat
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Tons of safety features
Multiple modes of installation
Luxe, machine-washable fabrics
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Pricey
Can be glitchy and give false alarms rarely
Not airline-certified
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BabyGearLab
Favorite Rotating Seat
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360 rotation
One time installation
Nice padding
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Expensive
Convoluted installation
Heavy
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We ranked Chicco NextFit Zip Max #13 in April 2024 because:
- 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best convertible car seats” rankings.
Best Products
Best Cover / Best Seller
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Washable
Easy-to-remove cover
Extra legroom
Breathable
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Takes a bit to install
Quite large
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Good Housekeeping
Easiest to Clean Convertible Car Seat
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Washable, zip-off seat padding
Breathable fabric designed for comfort and ventilation
Rear-facing to 50 lbs
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A bit larger than other options
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We ranked Maxi Cosi Pria All-in-1 #14 in April 2024 because:
- 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best convertible car seats” rankings.
Good Housekeeping
Best Convertible Car Seat for Tall Babies
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Booster fits kids up to 52" tall
Good value
Comes in 11 color options
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Only three recline positions
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We ranked Graco Contender Slim #15 in April 2024 because:
- 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best convertible car seats” rankings.
We ranked Evenflo Gold Revolve360 #16 in April 2024 because:
- 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best convertible car seats” rankings.
We ranked Graco SlimFit All-in-One #17 in April 2024 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best convertible car seats” rankings.
what to expect
Best Convertible Car Seat for Small Cars
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A slimmer fit for backseats with multiple car seats
Rotating cup holders save space
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Some parents say the straps can be tricky to tighten
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BabyGearLab
Best Value Convertible Seat
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Good crash test analysis
Lightweight
Simple LATCH install
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No lock-off
Not that slim
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We ranked Graco SlimFit3 LX #18 in April 2024 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best convertible car seats” rankings.
Good Housekeeping
Best Convertible Car Seat for Small Cars
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Slimmer than other options
Transforms from rear-facing to forward-facing to booster
Nearly 39K five-star reviews on Amazon
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Some children won't appreciate the snugness
Harness straps tend to twist
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We ranked Uppababy Knox #19 in April 2024 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best convertible car seats” rankings.
Good Housekeeping
Best Toddler Convertible Car Seat
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Designed especially for ages 1 to 6
SmartSecure System changes colors when properly installed
Side-impact pods help absorb crash forces
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Not suitable for newborns
Very tall, heavy convertible car seat
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We ranked Safety 1st Grow and Go Extend ‘n Ride LX #20 in April 2024 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best convertible car seats” rankings.
We ranked Chicco OneFit ClearTex #21 in April 2024 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best convertible car seats” rankings.
