Baby Trend EZ-Lift vs BOB Champ
Side-by-side specs from each maker.
Only the differences are shown.
| Baby Trend EZ-Lift | BOB Gear Champ | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Infant car seat | Infant car seat |
| Rear-facing weight | 4–30 lb | 4–30 lb |
| Rear-facing height | Up to 29.5 in | Up to 32 in |
| Seat weight | Not listed | 9.3 lb |
| Base weight | Not listed | 10.2 lb |
| Width | Not listed | 16.9 in |
| Head rule | Not listed | when the top of child's head is at least 1 in (2.5 cm) or below the top edge of head restraint |
| Base included | Yes | Yes |
| Newborn insert | ONLY use inserts with children who weigh between 4-18 lbs | Infant Positioning Pillow (no weight limit printed in the extracted text); harness Inner Loop: Maximum 11 lbs (5 kg). |
| Installation | LATCH connectors (with base), vehicle lap or lap/shoulder belt (with base), vehicle lap or lap/shoulder belt (without base) | LATCH, seat belt, baseless (European belt path) |
| Load leg | No | No |
| Anti-rebound bar | No | Yes |
| Rotates | No | No |
| Recline positions | Not listed | 4 |
| Works with strollers | Not listed | BOB strollers (Wayfinder travel system); maker publishes a compatibility chart |
| 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. | The carry handle must be adjusted to any locked position for use in a vehicle. BOB Gear & Britax recommend Position 1 for use in a vehicle. |
| Aircraft label | Certified for aircraft, per the maker | Certified for aircraft, per the maker |
| No added flame retardants | Not listed | Yes |
| Expires after | 7 years | 6 years |
BOB Champ
BOB Gear's own infant carrier, sold with the Wayfinder travel system and with a Wilder base. Rear-facing limits are 4-30 lb and 17-32 in.
- Pairs with BOB strollers
- Baseless installation option
- Sold mainly as part of a travel system
- 30 lb limit
Ask the meadow
EZ-Lift or Champ?
Answers come from each maker's published specs. Safety and health questions link to the agency or medical source.
Which is easier to travel with?
EZ-Lift: certified for planes, installs without a base. Champ: certified for planes, installs without a base, 9.3 lb.
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