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Experts prefer Clek Foonf over Graco Contender 65

On 9 Apr 2024 (29 days ago) we went through 84 Convertible Car Seat expert endorsements .

Currently, Clek Foonf received 4 endorsements from Best Products (10 Jan 2023), Good Housekeeping (26 May 2023) babylist (30 Mar 2024) and 1 other. Meanwhile, Graco Contender 65 did not receive any endorsements this month.

Rank Change Price Convertible Car Seat
Best Products
Good Housekeeping
what to expect
Verywell Family
BabyGearLab
Parenting Pod
babylist
Parents
Strolleria
Wirecutter
8
-1 $580
Clek Foonf
2
8
-
-
-
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8
-
3
-
N/A N/A Check price
Graco Contender 65
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-

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Endorsement summary:

  • On 10 Jan 2023 Best Products ranked Clek Foonf as #2
    Rank Convertible Car Seat Comment
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    #2 out of 8 Clek Foonf
    Best Narrow Car Seat
    ... ... ...
  • On 26 May 2023 Good Housekeeping ranked Clek Foonf as #8
    Rank Convertible Car Seat Comment
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    #8 out of 9 Clek Foonf
    Best Premium Convertible Car Seat
    ... ... ...
  • On 30 Mar 2024 babylist ranked Clek Foonf as #8
    Rank Convertible Car Seat Comment
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    #8 out of 12 Clek Foonf
    Best Slim Fit Convertible Car Seat
    ... ... ...
  • On 28 Feb 2024 Strolleria ranked Clek Foonf as #3
    Rank Convertible Car Seat Comment
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    #3 out of 5 Clek Foonf
    Most Unique Safety Features
    ... ... ...
Critic Consensus Common points from expert reviews summarized.
As can be seen below, Clek Foonf is mentioned by key experts in Apr 2024, while Graco Contender 65 is not.
Rank Change Price Convertible Car Seat
Best Products
Good Housekeeping
what to expect
Verywell Family
BabyGearLab
Parenting Pod
babylist
Parents
Strolleria
Wirecutter
1
- Check price
Nuna RAVA
4
5
5
9
5
-
4
9
1
-
2
- $239
Graco 4Ever DLX
6
-
1
-
1
2
2
-
-
-
3
+1 Check price
Britax One4Life
-
-
2
-
-
1
1
-
-
-
4
+1 Check price
Cosco Scenera Next
-
2
3
-
-
4
7
-
-
3
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Expert Reviews There are people on the Internet whose job is to review products. Below are their opinions.

Expert reviews [24]

96
Total expert reviews: 24
  • with a score: 1
  • without a score: 23

Score distribution:

80-100
60-80
40-60
20-40
0-20

Expert reviews [18]

No critic scores
Total expert reviews: 18
  • with a score: 0
  • without a score: 18
From Seller:
  • Rigid-LATCH System provides robust safety and stability to this car seat during collisions by using the principles of automotive crumple technology.
  • Adjustable structural headrest, premium energy-absorbing EPP foam layers, and complete metal substructure enhance the outstanding side protection of this child car seat.
  • Read more
Video Reviews Most popular unboxing/review videos.
Clek Foonf Car Seat Review
Review by The Wild Decoelis
Popular! 16K views!
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Clek foonf Review
Review by Jamie Grayson
Popular! 58K views!
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No video reviews linked yet for Graco Contender 65.
From Manufacturer Manufacturer-provided product description, urls and documents.
EAN Numbers: 0826783012906
UPC Numbers: 826783012906
Model Numbers: FO19U1-GYB
No manufacturer information linked for Graco Contender 65.
General Info
Description
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The Contender 65 can be used as a rear-facing seat for kids from 5 to 40 pounds and in a forward-facing position for children from 20 to 65 pounds. The headrest is 8-position adjustable, and the harness offers a 5-point front-adjust system. Users say that this model is easy to install and doesn’t take up much space in the car.
Adjustable Features
Harness Type What type of harness is used to secure the child
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5-point
Adjustable Recline Can the seat’s recline angle be adjusted?
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Yes
Padding or insert included Extra padding is required to have a newborn or small baby fit properly in a convertible car seat
No
Yes
Adjustment Features How the straps and buckles adjust to ensure that the child is secured
Adjustable structural headrest
Integrated belt lock-off for easy vehicle seat belt installation.
Child Restrictions
Age Range
1 to 2 years old
Newborn and Up
Weight Range Minimum weight to maximum weight
14 to 65 lbs
20lb - 65lb
Height Range Minimum height to maximum height
25 to 49 inches
52 inches
Rear facing weight limit How long can the child sit rear facing in this seat? (weight)
50 lbs
40 lbs
Rear facing height limit How long can the child sit rear facing? (height)
4.1 ft
1 inches
Booster seat Can the convertible car seat be used as a booster seat?
No
No
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.
Installed directly into the car (the seat is not movable)
Installed directly into the car (the seat is not movable)
LATCH Connectors What LATCH system connectors does the seat use to be secured in the vehicle?
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SuperCinch LATCH connector
Car Size What size vehicles does this seat work with?
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  • 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?
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Yes
Machine washable cover Can the carseat cover be put in the washing machine?
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Yes
Stroller system compatible Can this car seat be used with a compatible stroller system?
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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
2
4
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
3
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
3
3
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
3
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
3
Physical Features
Weight of the seat

33 lbs
 

5.2 lbs
 
Dimensions
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Other info
Return Policy How long the trial period is and what the return policy is like
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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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Clek Foonf is a well-known option at the top of the price range. It's in the top 3 bestselling convertible car seats and has quite a few popular alternatives in the same price range, such as Doona Stroller Nitro or Baby Jogger City Turn .

Clek Foonf was released in 2016. There are quite a few newer convertible car seats on the market. Show newer Convertible Car Seats

Clek Foonf is $340 more expensive than the average convertible car seat ($239.99).

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