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Chicco Fit360 SE ClearTex

The Chicco Fit360 SE ClearTex rear-faces up to 40 lb, forward-faces up to 65 lb, and is 18.3 in wide, per Chicco.

  • $399.99List price
  • 40 lbRear-facing to
  • 65 lbHarness to
  • 18.25 inWidth
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Fit360 SE ClearTex: key facts

  • The Chicco Fit360 SE ClearTex rear-faces from 12 to 40 lb and up to 43 in tall; forward-faces with a harness from 26.5 to 65 lb and up to 49 in tall, per Chicco.
  • Outgrown by height: "Rear-facing: no taller than 43” (109 cm) and harness straps at or below the child's shoulders (no separate head-to-shell rule stated). Forward-facing: 49” (125 cm) tall or less OR when the top of the ears are below the top of the Head Rest."
  • It installs with LATCH rear-facing + top tether (base), seat belt with LeverLock rear-facing + top tether (base), LATCH forward-facing + top tether (base) or seat belt with LeverLock forward-facing + top tether (base).
  • Chicco says it expires 8 years after the date of manufacture.
  • Chicco lists it as certified for aircraft ("This Child Restraint is certified for use on aircraft. Contact the airline prior to travel to discuss their Child Restraint policy.").
  • It's 18.3 in wide at the widest point.

From Chicco's manual and published specs. Always follow the limits on your seat's labels.

How the Fit360 SE ClearTex stacks up

Against the 39 convertible car seats we track. The shaded band is where the middle half of them fall; the dot is this one.

Expiration8 years

Below the typical range for convertible car seats (9 years to 10 years).

This one
7 yearsmiddle 10 years10 years
Rear-facing limit40 lb18th highest rear-facing limit of 38

Within the typical range for convertible car seats (40 lb to 50 lb).

This one
35 lbmiddle 40 lb65 lb
Forward-facing limit65 lbHighest forward-facing limit of 38 convertible car seats

The same as most convertible car seats (65 lb).

This one
40 lbmiddle 65 lb65 lb
Width18.3 in16th narrowest of 28

Within the typical range for convertible car seats (17 in to 18.9 in).

This one
14.5 inmiddle 17.8 in23.5 in
Price$399.9919th lowest price of 37

Within the typical range for convertible car seats ($129.99 to $499.99).

This one
$59.99middle $399.99$990

What sets the Fit360 SE ClearTex apart

Measured against the 39 convertible car seats we compare, from each maker's published specs.

  • Rotates11 of the 38 convertible car seats with this listed have it
  • Width: 18.3 inin the middle half of the 28 convertible car seats that publish it (17 in to 18.9 in)

Next to its closest matches

  • Chicco Fit360 ClearTexNext to it, the Fit360 SE ClearTex is $40 less.
  • Graco EasyTurn 360Next to it, the Fit360 SE ClearTex is 2 years shorter before it expires; 1.3 in wider; $50 more; has aircraft label (the EasyTurn 360 doesn't).
  • Joie Chili Spin SINext to it, the Fit360 SE ClearTex is 2 years shorter before it expires; 1.4 in narrower; $60 more; has aircraft label (the Chili Spin SI doesn't).

Flying with the Fit360 SE ClearTex

Chicco's label: “This Child Restraint is certified for use on aircraft. Contact the airline prior to travel to discuss their Child Restraint policy.” It is 18.25 in wide at its widest point.

What airlines say about car seats:

  • American: “Each ticketed customer is allowed 1 stroller and 1 car seat to be checked free of charge” “If an unoccupied, adjoining seat is not available, the gate agent will check the safety seat to your final destination.” Source
  • Alaska: “We will transport your child's car seat and stroller free of charge as checked baggage.” Source
  • JetBlue: “Checking a child safety seat will not count towards your checked baggage allowance and there is no fee assessed” Source
  • Spirit: “One (1) car seat will be accepted per child as checked baggage at no charge.” Source
  • Frontier: “strollers and car seats can be checked for free.” Source
  • Allegiant: “There is no charge for checking or gate checking one car seat per fare-paying passenger.” Source
  • Breeze: “Child seats may be carried on board the aircraft if a seat has been purchased for the Infant or Child” Source

Quoted from each airline's page as of 2026-11-02.

Where to buy the Fit360 SE ClearTex

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good to know
  • Check for recalls: Search the agency's recall list with the model number and date code from the label: NHTSA recall search.
  • Car seat use and installation: see NHTSA's car seat page, which also lists free car seat inspection by certified technicians. Check the label and the maker's instructions, and ask your pediatrician about your child.

Full specs

Chicco Fit360 SE ClearTex
TypeConvertible
List price$399.99
Rear-facing weight12–40 lb
Rear-facing heightUp to 43 in
Forward-facing weight26.5–65 lb
Forward-facing heightUp to 49 in
Width18.25 in
Head ruleRear-facing: no taller than 43” (109 cm) and harness straps at or below the child's shoulders (no separate head-to-shell rule stated). Forward-facing: 49” (125 cm) tall or less OR when the top of the ears are below the top of the Head Rest.
InstallationLATCH rear-facing + top tether (base), seat belt with LeverLock rear-facing + top tether (base), LATCH forward-facing + top tether (base), seat belt with LeverLock forward-facing + top tether (base)
Load legNo
RotatesYes
Harness heights15
Recline positions6
Aircraft labelCertified for aircraft, per the maker
No added flame retardantsYes
Expires after8 years

Compare the Fit360 SE ClearTex with

How each closest rival differs from the Fit360 SE ClearTex, from the makers' specs.

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Fit360 SE ClearTex: questions answered

From Chicco's published specs, last checked 2026-11-06.

Does the Chicco Fit360 SE ClearTex rear-face longer than other convertible seats?

20 of the 50 convertible seats we track rear-face to a higher weight than its 40 lb. The highest is the Axkid One 3 at 65 lb. NHTSA: stay rear-facing "until he or she reaches the top height or weight limit allowed by your car seat's manufacturer." (NHTSA)

Will the Chicco Fit360 SE ClearTex fit three across or in a small car?

It's wider than 53% of the convertible seats we track, at 18.3 in. The narrowest is the WAYB Pico at 14.5 in. Fit depends on your vehicle; check each seat's manual and your vehicle manual. Car seat use and installation: see NHTSA's car seat page, which also lists free car seat inspection by certified technicians. Check the label and the maker's instructions, and ask your pediatrician about your child.

Can you bring the Chicco Fit360 SE ClearTex on a plane?

Yes, Chicco lists it as certified for aircraft; look for the red-lettered label that says so. The FAA asks that a car seat go in a window seat so it doesn't block the aisle, and the crew will look for that label.

Fit360 SE ClearTex or Fit360 ClearTex: what's different?

By the makers' specs, the Fit360 SE ClearTex lists for $40 less. See every spec side by side.

Is it OK to buy a used Fit360 SE ClearTex?

NHTSA publishes guidance on used car seats on its car seat page. Chicco lists a lifespan of 8 years from manufacture for this model. Check the label and the maker's instructions, and ask your pediatrician about your child.

Still wondering? Write to us at hello@cribpicks.com and we'll look it up.

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Where these specs come from

Last checked 2026-11-06. Spot something wrong? Tell us. Read our editorial and safety policy and corrections.