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Experts prefer Safety 1st Grow and Go over Graco Nautilus

On 9 Apr 2024 (15 days ago) we went through 84 Convertible Car Seat expert endorsements .

Currently, Safety 1st Grow and Go received 4 endorsements from what to expect (15 Feb 2024), Verywell Family (20 Mar 2024) babylist (30 Mar 2024) and 1 other. Meanwhile, Graco Nautilus did not receive any endorsements this month.

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Best Products
Good Housekeeping
what to expect
Verywell Family
BabyGearLab
Parenting Pod
babylist
Parents
Strolleria
Wirecutter
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Safety 1st Grow and Go
The Safety 1st Grow and Go car seat is a highly rated and versatile option that prioritizes safety and comfort for children, with adjustable features and easy installation.
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Graco Nautilus
The Graco Nautilus 3-in-1 Car Seat is a safe and versatile option for parents looking for a convertible car seat that offers side-impact protection, energy-absorbing foam, and a steel-reinforced frame.
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About our ranking methodology

Endorsement summary:

  • On 15 Feb 2024 what to expect ranked Safety 1st Grow and Go as #4
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    #4 out of 7 Safety 1st Grow and Go
    Best Affordable Convertible Car Seat
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  • On 20 Mar 2024 Verywell Family ranked Safety 1st Grow and Go as #3
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    #3 out of 12 Safety 1st Grow and Go
    Best Budget
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  • On 30 Mar 2024 babylist ranked Safety 1st Grow and Go as #3
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    #3 out of 12 Safety 1st Grow and Go
    Best Affordable Convertible Car Seat
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  • On 20 Mar 2024 Parents ranked Safety 1st Grow and Go as #3
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    #3 out of 12 Safety 1st Grow and Go
    Best Budget
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Critic Consensus Common points from expert reviews summarized.
As can be seen below, Safety 1st Grow and Go is mentioned by key experts in Apr 2024, while Graco Nautilus is not.
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Best Products
Good Housekeeping
what to expect
Verywell Family
BabyGearLab
Parenting Pod
babylist
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Strolleria
Wirecutter
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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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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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Cosco Scenera Next
The Cosco Scenera Next car seat is a budget-friendly, safe, and portable option that is suitable for short trips or occasional use, making it a great choice for families with young children who want a functional and stylish car seat.
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Expert Reviews There are people on the Internet whose job is to review products. Below are their opinions.

Expert reviews [20]

86
Total expert reviews: 20
  • with a score: 6
  • without a score: 14
Highest score by SheSpeaks
92
Average score based on 20 reviews
86
Lowest score by ChickAdvisor
78

Score distribution:

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

Expert reviews [17]

93
Total expert reviews: 17
  • with a score: 4
  • without a score: 13
Highest score by elitecarseats.com
98
Average score based on 17 reviews
93
Lowest score by the Bump
90

Score distribution:

80-100
60-80
40-60
20-40
0-20
From Seller:
  • Integrated harness storage compartment holds unused harness straps while in the belt positioning booster mode
  • One-hand, 5-position adjustable headrest is easy to use and adapts for your growing child.Do not use bleach
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From Seller:
  • BUILT TO GROW: The Safety 1st Grow and Go Convertible Car Seat is for extended use through 3 stages: Rear-facing 5-40 pounds, Forward-facing 22-65 pounds, and Belt-positioning booster seat 40-100 pounds.
  • Read more
Video Reviews Most popular unboxing/review videos.
No video reviews linked yet for Graco Nautilus.
How to Install the Safety 1st Grow and Go Car Seat - Rear Facing
Review by The Mixed Life
Popular! 79K views!
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Install Safety 1st Grow and Go forward facing with seat belt and top tether
Review by Tiffany Davis
Popular! 87K views!
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Safety 1st Grow and Go installed rear-facing with seat belt
Popular! 17K views!
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From Manufacturer Manufacturer-provided product description, urls and documents.
No manufacturer information linked for Graco Nautilus.
EAN Numbers: 0786634895655, 0795569825255, 0795569835940, 0884392227197, 0884392227432, 0884392227821, 0884392227883, 0884392228910, 0884392228927, 0884392228989, 0884392229320, 0884392602512, 0884392604943, 0884392604950, 0884392604967, 0884392610623, 0884392611637, 0884392623241, 0884392940683, 0884392940690
Model Numbers: 22637CRNN, 22688CDDL, 22688CDWL, 22688CDWU, 22688CEES, 22688CEFM, 22688CEXN, 22688CEXO, CC138DWL, CC138DWU, CC138DWV, CC138EFY, CC138EHW, CC138EXM, CC169DDL, CC253FER, CC253FES, SP-D1YVZ-OIQ2HILNAD, SP-D1YVZ-TZ42KGF7AI
UPC Numbers: 786634895655, 795569825255, 795569835940, 884392227197, 884392227432, 884392227821, 884392227883, 884392228910, 884392228927, 884392228989, 884392229320, 884392602512, 884392604943, 884392604950, 884392604967, 884392610623, 884392611637, 884392623241, 884392940683, 884392940690
General Info
Description
This is a 3-in-1 model, which can be used in a front-facing position for kids from 20 to 65 pounds, as a highback booster seat for children from 30 to 100 pounds, and as a backless belt-positioning seat for kids from 40 to 120 pounds. It features a cup holder and storage for small items, plus 3 different recline positions. Some customers note that the front buckle is not adjustable and can cause inconvenience for older kids.
The convertible Safety 1st Grow and Go is suitable for kids from 5 to 100 pounds. It features the Side Impact Protection system and the Quick Fit adjustable harness. This car seat is compact and doesn’t take much space in the car.
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
  • The automatic locking retractor will not permit the lap belt to lengthen once it is
  • buckled. Tighten the belt by feeding the belt back into the retractor while pushing down hard on the child restraint.
If your vehicle does not have LATCH,you must install the car seat base in a seating location incyour vehicle that has an acceptable vehicle seat belt.
Child Restrictions
Age Range
At least one year of age
Newborn and Up
Weight Range Minimum weight to maximum weight
22-100 lbs.
‎20. lbs
Height Range Minimum height to maximum height
27-57 inches
27 inches
Rear facing weight limit How long can the child sit rear facing in this seat? (weight)
40 lbs
40 lbs
Rear facing height limit How long can the child sit rear facing? (height)
1 inches
3.3 ft
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?
Premium push-on LATCH connectors
Push-button 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
Premium Features
Detachable cover Does the car seat cover come off and on easily?
No
Yes
Machine washable cover Can the carseat cover be put in the washing machine?
Yes
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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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Physical Features
Weight of the seat

21 lbs
 

15 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.
If, for any reason, your shipment is not satisfactory, please follow our return policy. Returns can only be made within 30 days of receiving your product(s). Special Orders may not be returnable. Please contact customer service for more information.
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