BOB Champ vs Graco SnugRide SnugFit LX
The Champ is 0.6 in narrower.
Only the differences are shown.
| BOB Gear Champ | Graco SnugRide SnugFit LX | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Infant car seat | Infant car seat |
| Rear-facing weight | 4–30 lb | 4–30 lb |
| Rear-facing height | Up to 32 in | Up to 30 in |
| Seat weight | 9.3 lb | 9 lbLightest |
| Base weight | 10.2 lb | 7.4 lb |
| Width | 16.9 inNarrowest | 17.5 in |
| Head rule | when the top of child's head is at least 1 in (2.5 cm) or below the top edge of head restraint | Top of Head MUST BE AT LEAST 1" (2.5 cm) BELOW the Top of the Car Seat |
| Base included | Yes | Not listed |
| Newborn insert | Infant Positioning Pillow (no weight limit printed in the extracted text); harness Inner Loop: Maximum 11 lbs (5 kg). | Body support (accessory on select models): 'The body support can ONLY be used for infants 12 lb (5 kg) or less.' Buckle can be shortened for low birth weight infants (minimum weight 4 lb). |
| Installation | LATCH, seat belt, baseless (European belt path) | SnugLock technology with vehicle seat belt, LATCH (InRight LATCH) |
| Load leg | No | Not listed |
| Anti-rebound bar | Yes | Yes |
| Rotates | No | Not listed |
| Recline positions | 4 | 5 |
| Works with strollers | BOB strollers (Wayfinder travel system); maker publishes a compatibility chart | Graco strollers (attaches with a one-step secure connection) |
| Handle in the car | 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. | Handle Has 4 Positions (A-D). 'Carry handle MUST be upright in position A when carrying. Handle can be in any position when used in the vehicle.' |
| Aircraft label | Certified for aircraft, per the maker | Certified for aircraft, per the maker |
| No added flame retardants | Yes | Not listed |
| Expires after | 6 years | 7 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
Graco SnugRide SnugFit LX
Rear-facing-only infant seat from Graco with SnugLock installation, an anti-rebound bar and an adjustable base.
- Maker lists 5 base recline positions
- Installs by vehicle seat belt or LATCH
- Maker lists an anti-rebound bar
- Manual PDF not opened
Ask the meadow
Champ or SnugRide SnugFit LX?
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?
Champ: certified for planes, installs without a base, 9.3 lb. SnugRide SnugFit LX: certified for planes, 9 lb.
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