Babyark Smart vs Nuna REVV maxx
The Smart rear-faces up to 50 lb, versus 40 lb. The Smart is 6.5 in narrower. The REVV maxx lists for $190 less.
Only the differences are shown.
| Babyark Smart | Nuna REVV maxx | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| List price | $990 | $800Lowest price |
| Rear-facing weight | 4–50 lbHighest rear-facing limit | 5–40 lb |
| Rear-facing height | 17–49 in | 18–43 in |
| Forward-facing weight | 26.5–65 lb | 30–65 lb |
| Forward-facing height | 30–49 in | 34–49 in |
| Seat weight | 27 lbLightest | 30.6 lb |
| Base weight | 18 lb | Not listed |
| Width | 17 inNarrowest | 23.5 in |
| Newborn insert | Infant Insert cushions: 'For infants up to 11 lbs. (5 kg) you must use the Infant Insert cushions to achieve the correct harness fit.' 'Discontinue use of Infant Insert cushions when child is more than 11 lbs. (5 kg).' | Infant insert (with insert wedge) for infants 5–11 lb: 'The infant insert MUST be removed once the child reaches 11 lb.' SIP insert MUST be used up to 40 lb (18 kg). |
| Installation | Rigid LATCH, Seat belt, Top tether | LATCH, seat belt |
| Load leg | Yes | No |
| Anti-rebound bar | Yes | Yes |
| Rotates | No | Yes |
| Harness heights | Not listed | 11 |
| Recline positions | 9 | 5 |
| Aircraft label | Certified for aircraft, per the maker | Not certified for aircraft |
| No added flame retardants | Yes | Yes |
| Expires after | Not listed | 10 years |
Nuna REVV maxx
A rotating convertible that keeps the REVV spin but extends forward-facing use to 65 lb.
- Rotates for easy loading
- Forward-facing to 65 lb and 49 in
- Installs once for both directions
- Heavy at 30.6 lb
- List price $800
Ask the meadow
Smart or REVV maxx?
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?
Smart: certified for planes, 27 lb. REVV maxx: 30.6 lb.
What does the extra $190 for the Smart get you?
Per the makers, the Smart adds a load leg. Both meet the same federal crash standard.
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