Baby Trend Secure-Lift vs Safety 1st OnBoard FLX
The OnBoard FLX lists for $5 less.
Only the differences are shown.
| Baby Trend Secure-Lift | Safety 1st OnBoard FLX | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Infant car seat | Infant car seat |
| List price | $139.99 | $134.99Lowest price |
| Rear-facing weight | 4–30 lb | 4–30 lb |
| Rear-facing height | Up to 29.5 in | Up to 32 in |
| Seat weight | 9.8 lb | Not listed |
| Head rule | Not listed | The top of your child's head MUST be at least 1 in. (2.5 cm) below the top of the car seat's headrest. |
| Base included | Yes | Yes |
| Newborn insert | Inserts (body insert not included in all models): only for children who weigh between 4-18 lbs | Head pillow and body pillow (on select models); must be used together; manual gives no weight limit |
| Installation | LATCH | LATCH (base) |
| Load leg | No | No |
| Anti-rebound bar | Yes | No |
| Rotates | No | No |
| Harness heights | 6 | 4 |
| Recline positions | 4 | Not listed |
| Works with strollers | Select Baby Trend strollers; some need adapters (Morph, wagons) | All Safety 1st strollers with QuickClick |
| Handle in the car | ONLY use Rebound Handle position in vehicle. | Carry handle MUST be upright and locked when carrying and when installed in the vehicle. |
| Aircraft label | Certified for aircraft, per the maker | Certified for aircraft, per the maker |
| Expires after | 7 years | 8 years |
Baby Trend Secure-Lift
A step-up Baby Trend infant carrier with a height-adjustable base, four recline positions and a six-position headrest and harness.
- Four-position recline base
- Height-adjustable base
- Six harness/headrest positions
- 30 lb limit
- Heavier than other Baby Trend carriers
Safety 1st OnBoard FLX
A budget infant carrier from Safety 1st with a LATCH base and four harness heights.
- Low price
- Four harness heights
- Fits Safety 1st QuickClick strollers
- Carrier weighs just under 8 lb
- 30 lb maximum
Ask the meadow
Secure-Lift or OnBoard FLX?
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?
Secure-Lift: certified for planes, 9.8 lb. OnBoard FLX: certified for planes.
What does the extra $5 for the Secure-Lift get you?
Per the makers, the Secure-Lift adds an anti-rebound bar. Both meet the same federal crash standard.
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