Britax Poplar S vs Chicco Fit360 SE ClearTex
The Poplar S rear-faces up to 50 lb, versus 40 lb. The Poplar S is 1.3 in narrower.
Only the differences are shown.
| Britax Poplar S | Chicco Fit360 SE ClearTex | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| List price | $399.99 | $399.99 |
| Rear-facing weight | Up to 50 lbHighest rear-facing limit | 12–40 lb |
| Rear-facing height | 18–49 in | Up to 43 in |
| Forward-facing weight | Up to 65 lb | 26.5–65 lb |
| Forward-facing height | 35–49 in | Up to 49 in |
| Seat weight | 28 lb | Not listed |
| Width | 17 inNarrowest | 18.25 in |
| Head rule | Rear-facing: when the top of the child's head is at least 1" (2.5 cm) below the top of the head restraint. Forward-facing: when the top of the ears are below the top of the head restraint. | Rear-facing: no taller than 43” (109 cm) and harness straps at or below the child's shoulders (no separate head-to-shell rule stated). Forward-facing: 49” (125 cm) tall or less OR when the top of the ears are below the top of the Head Rest. |
| Newborn insert | Infant inserts (optional, two per product page): DO NOT use any infant inserts with children weighing over 20 lbs (9.1 kg) rear-facing; not forward-facing. | Not listed |
| Installation | seat belt (ClickTight) | LATCH rear-facing + top tether (base), seat belt with LeverLock rear-facing + top tether (base), LATCH forward-facing + top tether (base), seat belt with LeverLock forward-facing + top tether (base) |
| Load leg | No | No |
| Anti-rebound bar | Yes | Not listed |
| Rotates | No | Yes |
| Harness heights | 14 | 15 |
| Recline positions | 6 | 6 |
| Aircraft label | Certified for aircraft, per the maker | Certified for aircraft, per the maker |
| No added flame retardants | Yes | Yes |
| Expires after | 10 years | 8 years |
Britax Poplar S
The Poplar with extras: a ReboundReduce stability bar, upper-body support pillow and contrast stitching. Same slim 17-inch frame.
- Slim 17-inch width
- Includes rebound-reducing stability bar
- 10-year life
- Costs more than the Poplar for mostly comfort and bar extras
Ask the meadow
Poplar S or Fit360 SE ClearTex?
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?
Poplar S: certified for planes, 28 lb. Fit360 SE ClearTex: certified for planes.
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