Experts prefer Graco 4Ever DLX over Maxi-Cosi Pria 85
On 8 Jan 2025 (11 months ago) we went through 81 Convertible Car Seat expert endorsements .
Currently, Graco 4Ever DLX received 6 endorsements from Verywell Family (25 Nov 2024), Parenting Pod (25 May 2024) what to expect (24 Dec 2024) and 3 others. Meanwhile, Maxi-Cosi Pria 85 did not receive any endorsements this month.
| Rank | Change | Price | Convertible Car Seat | Wirecutter  | babylist  | Verywell Family  | Parenting Pod  | Strolleria  | what to expect  | BabyGearLab  | Good Housekeeping  | Best Products  | Parents  |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | - | $280 |  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. | - | - | 5 | 2 | - | 1 |
1 | - | 6 | 5 |
| N/A | N/A | $499 |  Maxi-Cosi Pria 85 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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Endorsement summary:
- On 25 Nov 2024 Verywell Family ranked Graco 4Ever DLX as #5
Rank Convertible Car Seat Comment ... ... ... #5 out of 12 Graco 4Ever DLX Best Installation... ... ... Source: www.verywellfamily.com - On 25 May 2024 Parenting Pod ranked Graco 4Ever DLX as #2
Rank Convertible Car Seat Comment ... ... ... #2 out of 9 Graco 4Ever DLX Best for Low-Weight Babies... ... ... Source: parentingpod.com - On 24 Dec 2024 what to expect ranked Graco 4Ever DLX as #1
Rank Convertible Car Seat Comment #1 out of 7 Graco 4Ever DLX Best Convertible Car Seat Overall... ... ... Source: www.whattoexpect.com - On 27 Nov 2024 BabyGearLab ranked Graco 4Ever DLX as #1
Rank Convertible Car Seat Comment #1 out of 7 Graco 4Ever DLX Best Convertible and Crash Testing / Editor's Choice... ... ... Source: www.babygearlab.com - On 10 Jan 2023 Best Products ranked Graco 4Ever DLX as #6
Rank Convertible Car Seat Comment ... ... ... #6 out of 8 Graco 4Ever DLX Best 5-in-1... ... ... Source: www.bestproducts.com - On 25 Nov 2024 Parents ranked Graco 4Ever DLX as #5
Rank Convertible Car Seat Comment ... ... ... #5 out of 12 Graco 4Ever DLX Best Installation... ... ... Source: www.parents.com
As can be seen below, Graco 4Ever DLX is mentioned by key experts in Jan 2025, while Maxi-Cosi Pria 85 is not.
| Rank | Change | Price | Convertible Car Seat | Wirecutter | babylist | Verywell Family | Parenting Pod | Strolleria | what to expect | BabyGearLab | Good Housekeeping | Best Products | Parents |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | - | Check price |  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. | - | 2 | 9 | - | 1 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 9 |
| 2 | - | $280 | 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. | - | - | 5 | 2 | - | 1 | 1 | - | 6 | 5 |
| 3 | - | Check price |  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. | - | 1 | 11 | 5 | - | 6 | 2 | - | - | 11 |
| 4 | - | Check price |  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. | - | 4 | - | 1 | - | 2 | - | 1 | - | - |
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Expert reviews [11]
Total expert reviews: 11
- with a score: 1
- without a score: 10
| Highest score by BabyGearLab | 78 |
| Average score based on 11 reviews | 78 |
| Lowest score by BabyGearLab | 78
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Score distribution:
| 80-100 | |
| 60-80 | |
| 40-60 | |
| 20-40 | |
| 0-20 |
Expert reviews [16]
Total expert reviews: 16
- with a score: 0
- without a score: 16
From Seller:
- 4-in-1 car seat gives you 10 years of use: seamlessly transforms from rear-facing harness (4-40 lb), to forward-facing harness (22-65 lb), to highback booster (40-100 lb), to backless booster (40-120 lb)
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From Seller:
- 2-in-1 convertible car seat – Keeps your child safe and comfy through two modes of use: as a rear-facing car seat 14-40 pounds and as an extended-use forward-facing car seat 22-85 pounds
- Superior side impact protection – Designed by car seat safety experts, the patented Air Protect advanced cushioning system provides superior protection around your child’s head
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General Info
Description
This convertible car seat can accommodate kids from 4 to 120 pounds. The headrest can be used in 10 different positions, and the harness system is 5-point adjustable. The frame is steel-reinforced and meets all US safety standards.
This model can accommodate kids from 14 to 85 pounds. It features an air cushion system, which reduces the side impact on the baby’s head. The seat pad is removable, machine washable, and dryer safe.
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?
Padding or insert included
Extra padding is required to have a newborn or small baby fit properly in a convertible car seat
Adjustment Features
How the straps and buckles adjust to ensure that the child is secured
Make certain the belts are tight. If you can move the child restraint more than 25 mm (1 inch) side to side or front to back at the rear-facing belt, the vehicle belt is not tight enough. If you have not tightly secured the child restraint, try again, move it to another location, or install with the lower anchor connector assembly.
Push down on the harness release lever(under flap on the front of restraint) while pulling out on the harness.
Child Restrictions
Age Range
Newborn and Up
for children 14-85lbs
Weight Range
Minimum weight to maximum weight
20lb - 65lb
85 lbs
Height Range
Minimum height to maximum height
49 inches
26 inches
Booster seat
Can the convertible car seat be used as a booster seat?
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)
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?
hook-style LATCH connectors
OneClick LATCH connectors
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
NHTSA Rating
Physical Features
Weight of the seat
23 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
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.
DJG will, at its option, provide replacement parts or replace this product. DJG reserves the right to substitute if the part or model has been discontinued.