BOB Champ vs Safety 1st onBoard LTX

Side-by-side specs from each maker.

Only the differences are shown.

BOB Gear ChampSafety 1st onBoard LTX
TypeInfant car seatInfant car seat
Rear-facing weight4–30 lb4–30 lb
Rear-facing heightUp to 32 inUp to 32 in
Seat weight9.3 lbNot listed
Base weight10.2 lbNot listed
Width16.9 inNot listed
Head rulewhen the top of child's head is at least 1 in (2.5 cm) or below the top edge of head restraintNot listed
Base includedYesNot listed
Newborn insertInfant Positioning Pillow (no weight limit printed in the extracted text); harness Inner Loop: Maximum 11 lbs (5 kg).Not listed
InstallationLATCH, seat belt, baseless (European belt path)LATCH (with base)
Load legNoNot listed
Anti-rebound barYesNot listed
RotatesNoNot listed
Recline positions4Not listed
Works with strollersBOB strollers (Wayfinder travel system); maker publishes a compatibility chartMonbebe Hilaire stroller (QuickClick); Hilaire manual says use only IC362 infant car seats
Handle in the carThe 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.Not listed
Aircraft labelCertified for aircraft, per the makerNot listed
No added flame retardantsYesNot listed
Expires after6 yearsNot listed

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

Safety 1st onBoard LTX