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Chicco Fit360 Zip ClearTex

The Chicco Fit360 Zip ClearTex rear-faces up to 40 lb, forward-faces up to 65 lb, and is 18.3 in wide, per Chicco. The Fit360 with a zip-off, machine-washable seat pad and an included mirror.

  • $489.99List price
  • 40 lbRear-facing to
  • 65 lbHarness to
  • 31.25 lbSeat weight
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Fit360 Zip ClearTex: key facts

  • The Chicco Fit360 Zip ClearTex rear-faces from 4 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 or seat belt (LeverLock).
  • 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 and weighs 31.3 lb.

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

How the Fit360 Zip 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
Weight31.3 lb25th lightest of 25

Above the typical range for convertible car seats (21.6 lb to 27.9 lb).

This one
8 lbmiddle 25.2 lb31.3 lb
Price$489.9926th 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 Zip 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
  • Highest seat weightof the 25 convertible car seats that list it: 31.25 lb
  • Width: 18.3 inin the middle half of the 28 convertible car seats that publish it (17 in to 18.9 in)
  • Weight: 31.3 lbabove the middle half of the 25 convertible car seats that publish it (21.6 lb to 27.9 lb)

Next to its closest matches

  • WAYB PicoNext to it, the Fit360 Zip ClearTex is 1 years longer before it expires; 15 lb higher forward-facing limit; 3.8 in wider.
  • Chicco Fit360 ClearTexNext to it, the Fit360 Zip ClearTex is $50 more.
  • Orbit Baby G5 TCSNext to it, the Fit360 Zip ClearTex is 5 lb higher rear-facing limit; 0.3 in narrower; 6.3 lb heavier.

Flying with the Fit360 Zip 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.

Listed features

  • Zip-off washable seat pad
  • One-hand 360-degree rotation
  • Flame-retardant-free fabrics

Worth checking

  • Heavy
  • List price $489.99

Where to buy the Fit360 Zip 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 Zip ClearTex
TypeConvertible
List price$489.99
Rear-facing weight4–40 lb
Rear-facing heightUp to 43 in
Forward-facing weight26.5–65 lb
Forward-facing heightUp to 49 in
Seat weight31.25 lb
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.
Newborn insertNewborn head and body positioner: only if the child weighs between 4 and 11 lbs (1.8 and 5 kg), rear-facing.
InstallationLATCH, seat belt (LeverLock)
Load legNo
RotatesYes
Harness heights15
Recline positions6
Aircraft labelCertified for aircraft, per the maker
No added flame retardantsYes
Expires after8 years

Compare the Fit360 Zip ClearTex with

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

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Fit360 Zip ClearTex: questions answered

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

Does the Chicco Fit360 Zip 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 Zip 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 Zip 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. It weighs 31.3 lb to carry through the airport.

Fit360 Zip ClearTex or Pico: what's different?

By the makers' specs, the Fit360 Zip ClearTex has a rotating seat; the Fit360 Zip ClearTex has no added flame retardants (maker's claim); the Fit360 Zip ClearTex lists for $9.01 less. See every spec side by side.

Is it OK to buy a used Fit360 Zip 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.

More convertible car seats

  • NunaRAVArear-facing to 50 lbforward-facing to 65 lb$480
  • ClekFllorear-facing to 50 lbforward-facing to 65 lb$499.99
  • ChiccoFit360 SE ClearTexrear-facing to 40 lbforward-facing to 65 lb$399.99
  • NunaRAVA nextrear-facing to 50 lbforward-facing to 65 lb$525
  • EvenfloGold Revolve360 Slimrear-facing to 50 lbforward-facing to 65 lb$449.99
  • BritaxGalaxy360 Slimrear-facing to 50 lbforward-facing to 65 lb$429.99

Where these specs come from

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