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Experts recommend Graco Extend2Fit more than Britax Marathon ClickTight

As of 5 Nov 2024, experts prefer Graco Extend2Fit over Britax Marathon ClickTight, but both Convertible Car Seats have solid expert endorsements.

As per this month's meta ranking, Graco Extend2Fit received 6 recommendations: from babylist (4 Oct 2024), what to expect (23 May 2024) Verywell Family (18 Oct 2024) and 3 others. By contrast, Britax Marathon ClickTight received only 1 recommendation from Parenting Pod (25 May 2024).

Rank Change Price Convertible Car Seat
babylist
what to expect
Verywell Family
Parenting Pod
Strolleria
Wirecutter
BabyGearLab
Good Housekeeping
Best Products
Parents
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Graco Extend2Fit
The Graco Extend2Fit Convertible Car Seat is a safe, comfortable, and adjustable option for parents looking for a car seat that can accommodate children from 4 to 65lbs.
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Britax Marathon ClickTight
The Britax Marathon ClickTight car seat is a highly recommended convertible car seat that prioritizes safety, comfort, and ease of use, with a steel frame, side-impact protection, and a patented ClickTight installation system.
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Curious to see this month's entire Convertible Car Seats ranking? It's here

About our ranking methodology

Endorsement summary:

  • On 25 May 2024 Parenting Pod ranked Graco Extend2Fit as #5 and Britax Marathon ClickTight as #8
    Rank Convertible Car Seat Comment
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    #5 out of 9 Graco Extend2Fit
    Best Extended Rear-Facing
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    #8 out of 9 Britax Marathon ClickTight
    Best Without Booster
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  • On 4 Oct 2024 babylist ranked Graco Extend2Fit as #1
    Rank Convertible Car Seat Comment
    #1 out of 9 Graco Extend2Fit
    Best Convertible Car Seat
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  • On 23 May 2024 what to expect ranked Graco Extend2Fit as #6
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    #6 out of 7 Graco Extend2Fit
    Best Car Seat for Taller Kids
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  • On 18 Oct 2024 Verywell Family ranked Graco Extend2Fit as #11
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    #11 out of 12 Graco Extend2Fit
    Sturdiest
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  • On 10 Jul 2024 BabyGearLab ranked Graco Extend2Fit as #2
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    #2 out of 6 Graco Extend2Fit
    Best Overall for Rear-Facing Longer
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  • On 18 Oct 2024 Parents ranked Graco Extend2Fit as #11
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    #11 out of 12 Graco Extend2Fit
    Sturdiest
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After counting and adding up the 81 expert endorsements of the November rankings, Graco Extend2Fit outranks Britax Marathon ClickTight. This is not to say that Britax Marathon ClickTight is a bad option. Like Graco Extend2Fit, it is recommended by experts, but less.

MetaRanking Common points from expert reviews summarized.
As can be seen below, Graco Extend2Fit is mentioned by key experts in Nov 2024, while Britax Marathon ClickTight is not.
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babylist
what to expect
Verywell Family
Parenting Pod
Strolleria
Wirecutter
BabyGearLab
Good Housekeeping
Best Products
Parents
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Nuna RAVA
The Nuna RAVA convertible car seat is a highly recommended product for parents who prioritize safety, comfort, durability, ease of use, and style, with multiple safety features, adjustability, convenience, and a sleek design.
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Graco 4Ever DLX
The Graco 4Ever DLX Convertible Car Seat is a safe, durable, and adjustable car seat that can accommodate children from infancy to toddlerhood and beyond.
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Graco Extend2Fit
The Graco Extend2Fit Convertible Car Seat is a safe, comfortable, and adjustable option for parents looking for a car seat that can accommodate children from 4 to 65lbs.
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Britax One4Life
The Britax One4Life Convertible Car Seat is a highly recommended car seat for parents who prioritize safety, comfort, durability, ease of use, and style, with a 5-star rating in all categories and a range of adjustable features.
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Expert Reviews There are people on the Internet whose job is to review products. Below are their opinions.

Expert reviews [17]

164
Total expert reviews: 17
  • with a score: 4
  • without a score: 13
Highest score by bestcarseathub.com
380
Average score based on 17 reviews
164
Lowest score by parentingnerd.com
90

Score distribution:

80-100
60-80
40-60
20-40
0-20
94
The Britax Marathon ClickTight Convertible Car Seat is a top pick for safety and comfort, with easy installation and multiple harness settings. It is a great choice for families looking for a safe and comfortable car seat, despite being on the higher end of the price range.
+ pros
  • Uses the ClickTight system for easy installation.
  • Multiple harness settings and a steel frame with two-layer side impact protection.
  • Easy to switch from rear-facing to forward-facing and has 14 different harness settings and seven recline positions.
  • Comes with a 10-year expiration date and a one-year warranty.
- cons
  • Hand-wash only.
  • On the higher end of the price range.
380
The Britax Marathon ClickTight is a high-quality, stylish car seat with premium safety features and easy installation thanks to the ClickTight system. While it comes at a premium price, it can last from birth until your child is ready for a booster seat, making it a worthwhile investment for safety-conscious parents.
+ pros
  • Tons of safety features built in, including deep side impact protection, steel-reinforced frame, and SafeCell impact-absorbing base.
  • Easy installation with ClickTight system, making seat belt installation a breeze.
  • Made in the USA and has a 10 year lifespan.
  • Good for extended rear-facing with a weight limit of 40 lbs and has a 14 position harness and 7 recline positions.
  • Comes in 18 colors/patterns to choose from.
- cons
  • Rebound bar doesn't come with the car seat and crotch straps may be too short.
  • Questionable as to whether it will fit well in most vehicles, so it's recommended to measure your back seat dimensions prior to purchasing or call Britax to see if your vehicle is compatible.
  • Crumbs may accumulate in ClickTight release button and harness straps may not adjust to equal tightness.
  • Seat padding may loosen and interfere with closing ClickTight panel and recline handle may get jammed.
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Expert reviews [19]

96
Total expert reviews: 19
  • with a score: 4
  • without a score: 15
Highest score by elitecarseats.com
98
Average score based on 19 reviews
96
Lowest score by carsafetyhub.com
94

Score distribution:

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96
Best crash test results on a budget-friendly seat that lets little ones sit rear-facing for longer
The Graco Extend2Fit is a convertible car seat with impressive crash test results and the ability to remain rear-facing up to 50 lbs. It has a budget-friendly price and is safer for children to remain rear-facing longer, making it a top choice for parents.
+ pros
  • Impressive crash test results: The Graco Extend2Fit has the best crash test results, making it a top choice for parents.
  • Longer rear-facing lifespan: The seat can remain rear-facing up to 50 lbs, which is safer for children.
  • No-rethread harness height adjustment: The harness is easy to adjust without having to rethread it.
  • Extendable leg rest: The footrest provides additional legroom when rear-facing.
  • Reasonable price tag: The seat is budget-friendly and offers great value for money.
  • Easy installation: The LATCH anchors are stored out of the way, and the seat is easy to install.
- cons
  • Width: The seat is almost 20 inches wide, making it challenging to fit three safety seats across or two seats and an adult.
  • Quality: The quality isn't as nice as similarly priced options, with loose fabric weave and difficult-to-remove cover.
  • Chest clip: The chest clip is not as intuitive as the competition.
The Graco Extend2Fit convertible car seat is a great option for extended rear facing with a high weight limit and extra leg room. It is easy to install, adjust, and use, making it a versatile and long-lasting investment for parents.
+ pros
  • High rear facing weight limit of 50 pounds and extra leg room for kids.
  • Compact, easy to install, and easy to use with six recline positions, a two position crotch buckle, and a ten position headrest.
  • Includes an infant pad and head pad for added comfort, two cup holders, and buckle pockets for storage.
  • Can be installed using lower anchors or a vehicle seat belt, and has a ball recline indicator for newborns under 3 months old.
  • FAA approved for both rear and forward facing use and has a manual storage pocket at the lower back of the seat.
  • Offers a comfortable fit for children of various ages and sizes, with plenty of room to grow.
- cons
  • Cupholders must be attached.
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From Seller:
  • Easy installation: Patented click tight makes car seat installation as simple as buckling a seat belt
  • No rethreading, ever: 14 position harness, 2 position buckle for a comfortable fit as your child grows
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From Seller:
  • 4-in-1 seat grows with your child, so you can enjoy 10 years of use, from 4 - 120 lb Extend2Fit 4-position extension panel provides 5" additional leg room
  • Up to 50 lb rear-facing allowing your child to safely ride rear-facing longer plush inserts keep your child comfortable washable seat cover is easy to remove without removing the harness
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General Info
Description
The Marathon ClickTight is suitable for kids from 5 to 40 pounds and can be used as a rear-facing car seat. It also converts into a forward-facing car seat for children from 1 year and 20-65 pounds. It features the SafeCell Impact Protection system and a 12-position adjustable harness.
This model is suitable for kids from 4 to 65 pounds. It features an extension panel, which can be adjusted to 3 different positions for some extra leg room. Customers note that this model has a handy reclining option and is very easy to install.
Adjustable Features
Harness Type What type of harness is used to secure the child
5-point
5-point
Adjustable Recline Can the seat’s recline angle be adjusted?
Yes
Yes
Padding or insert included Extra padding is required to have a newborn or small baby fit properly in a convertible car seat
Yes
Yes
Adjustment Features How the straps and buckles adjust to ensure that the child is secured
Easy-buckle system keeps buckles and straps out of your way when positioning your child.
Integrated belt lock-off for easy vehicle seat belt use.
Child Restrictions
Age Range
0 - 5 Years
Newborn to 7 Years Old
Weight Range Minimum weight to maximum weight
5lb - 40lb
22lb - 65lb
Height Range Minimum height to maximum height
49 inches
49 inches
Rear facing weight limit How long can the child sit rear facing in this seat? (weight)
40 lbs
50 lbs
Rear facing height limit How long can the child sit rear facing? (height)
3.9 ft
1 inches
Booster seat Can the convertible car seat be used as a booster seat?
Yes
Yes
Installation
How the seat is installed If the seat is clicked into a base, the seat can can be taken out of the car easily with the child still in it.
Clicked into a base (the base is not movable)
Clicked into a base (the base is not movable)
LATCH Connectors What LATCH system connectors does the seat use to be secured in the vehicle?
Easy-On / Easy-Off LATCH Connectors
SuperCinch LATCH connector
Car Size What size vehicles does this seat work with?
  • Small (e.g. Toyota Prius)
  • Medium (e.g. Kia Optima)
  • Large (e.g. Dodge Charger)
  • SUV / Minivans
  • Small (e.g. Toyota Prius)
  • Medium (e.g. Kia Optima)
  • Large (e.g. Dodge Charger)
  • SUV / Minivans
Premium Features
Detachable cover Does the car seat cover come off and on easily?
Yes
Yes
Machine washable cover Can the carseat cover be put in the washing machine?
No
Yes
Stroller system compatible Can this car seat be used with a compatible stroller system?
Yes
Yes
NHTSA Rating
NHTSA Evaluation of Securing the Child National Highway Traffic Safety Administration of the United States ranking from 1-5, 1 being the worst and 5 being the best
4
5
NHTSA Evaluation of Ease of Use National Highway Traffic Safety Administration of the United States ranking from 1-5, 1 being the worst and 5 being the best
4
3
NHTSA Evaluation of Installation National Highway Traffic Safety Administration of the United States ranking from 1-5, 1 being the worst and 5 being the best
4
2
NHTSA Evaluation of Labels National Highway Traffic Safety Administration of the United States ranking from 1-5, 1 being the worst and 5 being the best
5
3
NHTSA Evaluation of Instructions National Highway Traffic Safety Administration of the United States ranking from 1-5, 1 being the worst and 5 being the best
5
5
Physical Features
Weight of the seat

28 lbs
 

24 lbs
 
Dimensions
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Other info
Return Policy How long the trial period is and what the return policy is like
Britax Child Safety, Inc. will only accept returned child restraints that have been issued a "Return Authorization Number" from the Britax Child Safety Consumer Service Department.
If such a defect is discovered during the limited warranty period, we will, at our sole option, repair or replace your product at no cost to you.

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