Baby Trend EZ-Lift Plus vs Evenflo NurtureMax
The EZ-Lift Plus rear-faces up to 30 lb, versus 22 lb. The NurtureMax lists for $25 less.
Only the differences are shown.
| Baby Trend EZ-Lift Plus | Evenflo NurtureMax | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Infant car seat | Infant car seat |
| List price | $99.99 | $74.99Lowest price |
| Rear-facing weight | 4–30 lbHighest rear-facing limit | 4–22 lb |
| Rear-facing height | Up to 29.5 in | 17–29 in |
| Seat weight | 7.5 lbLightest | 9 lb |
| Width | Not listed | 14.76 in |
| Head rule | Not listed | Top of child's head is at least 2.5 cm (1 in.) below the top of the child restraint seat back |
| Base included | Yes | Yes |
| Newborn insert | Pillow insert and body insert (body insert not in all models): ONLY use inserts with children who weigh between 4-18 lbs; use is not mandatory. | Not listed |
| Installation | LATCH | LATCH (with base), vehicle belt (with base), lap-shoulder belt (without base), lap belt only (without base), lower anchor connectors (without base) |
| Load leg | No | No |
| Anti-rebound bar | Yes | Yes |
| Rotates | No | No |
| Harness heights | 4 | Not listed |
| Works with strollers | Select Baby Trend strollers (Expedition, Passport, Sit N' Stand 2.0, Snap-N-Go, Tango 3, Morph and others per maker list) | None: Evenflo Q&A says no stroller is currently compatible with the NurtureMax. |
| Handle in the car | ONLY use Rebound or Carry Handle positions in vehicle. Use Carry position for children greater than 22 lb or if feet can touch the handle. | ALWAYS place the handle in Position 1 or 3 when traveling in a vehicle. |
| Aircraft label | Certified for aircraft, per the maker | Certified for aircraft, per the maker |
| Expires after | 7 years | Not listed |
Baby Trend EZ-Lift Plus
A Baby Trend infant carrier with a 4-30 lb range.
- Very low price
- Light 7.5 lb carrier
- 30 lb / 29.5 in limit is lower than 35 lb seats
- Few listed features
Evenflo NurtureMax
An Evenflo infant carrier with a 14.76 in wide body, rated 4-22 lb and up to 29 in.
- Very low price
- Narrow at under 15 in wide
- Anti-rebound base
- Page's carrier weight and marketing weight disagree
- Not listed by the maker: installation methods, expiration and harness positions
EZ-Lift Plus or NurtureMax?
Answers come from each maker's published specs. Safety and health questions link to the agency or medical source.
Which one will my child use longer, the EZ-Lift Plus or the NurtureMax?
The Baby Trend EZ-Lift Plus: it goes rear-facing, up to 30 lb. The NurtureMax goes rear-facing, up to 22 lb. The EZ-Lift Plus expires after 7 years.
Which is easier to travel with?
EZ-Lift Plus: certified for planes, 7.5 lb. NurtureMax: certified for planes, installs without a base, 9 lb.
What does the extra $25 for the EZ-Lift Plus get you?
No extra listed feature from the ones we track (load leg, anti-rebound bar, rotation, flame retardants). Compare fabrics, ease of install, and fit in your car. Both meet the same federal crash standard.
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