Baby Trend Trooper SLIM 3-in-1 vs Cosco ShadeVenture Canopy 2-in-1
The Trooper SLIM 3-in-1 lists for $10 less.
Only the differences are shown.
| Baby Trend Trooper SLIM 3-in-1 | Cosco ShadeVenture Canopy 2-in-1 | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| List price | $109.99Lowest price | $119.99 |
| Rear-facing weight | 4–40 lb | 5–40 lb |
| Rear-facing height | Up to 40 in | 19–40 in |
| Forward-facing weight | 30–65 lbHighest harness limit | 30–50 lb |
| Forward-facing height | Up to 50 in | 34.4–44 in |
| Seat weight | 10.3 lb | Not listed |
| Width | 17.75 in | Not listed |
| Head rule | Rear-facing: 'Top of head has NOT reached 1" from top of seatback.' Forward-facing: 'The top of the child's ears must be at or below the top of the car seat.' | Rear-facing: 'The top of your child's head MUST be at least 1 in. (2.5 cm) below the top of the car seat.' Forward-facing: 'The top of your child's ears MUST be below the top of the car seat.' |
| Newborn insert | Body Insert: 'ONLY use the insert with children who weigh between 4-18 lbs (1.81 - 8.16 kg).' Head pillow also included ('Head Pillow can be used in Forward facing'). | Not listed |
| Installation | LATCH rear-facing, seat belt rear-facing, LATCH forward-facing + top tether, seat belt forward-facing + top tether | LATCH |
| Load leg | No | No |
| Anti-rebound bar | No | No |
| Rotates | No | No |
| Harness heights | 5 | 5 |
| Aircraft label | Certified for aircraft, per the maker | Certified for aircraft, per the maker |
| Expires after | 7 years | 10 years |
Cosco ShadeVenture Canopy 2-in-1
Cosco two-mode convertible with a canopy, LATCH, a 5-point harness with front adjustment, 5 harness heights and 3 buckle locations;
- Maker states it is certified for use on an aircraft
- LATCH equipped
- Marked New Arrival by the maker
Trooper SLIM 3-in-1 or ShadeVenture Canopy 2-in-1?
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 Trooper SLIM 3-in-1 or the ShadeVenture Canopy 2-in-1?
The Baby Trend Trooper SLIM 3-in-1: it goes rear-facing, then forward-facing with a harness, up to 65 lb. The ShadeVenture Canopy 2-in-1 goes rear-facing, then forward-facing with a harness, up to 50 lb. The Trooper SLIM 3-in-1 expires after 7 years.
Which is easier to travel with?
Trooper SLIM 3-in-1: certified for planes, 10.3 lb. ShadeVenture Canopy 2-in-1: certified for planes.
What does the extra $10 for the ShadeVenture Canopy 2-in-1 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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