Britax Poplar S vs Peg Perego Primo Viaggio Convertible
The Poplar S rear-faces up to 50 lb, versus 45 lb. The Primo Viaggio Convertible lists for $50 less.
Only the differences are shown.
| Britax Poplar S | Peg Perego Primo Viaggio Convertible | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| List price | $399.99 | $349.99Lowest price |
| Rear-facing weight | Up to 50 lbHighest rear-facing limit | 5–45 lb |
| Rear-facing height | 18–49 in | Up to 47 in |
| Forward-facing weight | Up to 65 lb | 22–65 lb |
| Forward-facing height | 35–49 in | Up to 49 in |
| Seat weight | 28 lb | 21.6 lbLightest |
| Width | 17 in | Not listed |
| 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: Use rear facing if head is at least one inch below headrest edge. Forward facing: Use forward facing if head is no more than one inch above headrest edge. |
| 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, seat belt |
| Load leg | No | No |
| Anti-rebound bar | Yes | No |
| Rotates | No | No |
| Harness heights | 14 | 10 |
| Recline positions | 6 | Not listed |
| Aircraft label | Certified for aircraft, per the maker | Certified for aircraft, per the maker |
| No added flame retardants | Yes | Not listed |
| Expires after | 10 years | 10 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
Peg Perego Primo Viaggio Convertible
An Italian-made convertible with a 45 lb rear-facing limit and forward-facing from 22 to 65 lb.
- FAA certified per maker
- Headrest adjusts through 10 positions with child in seat
- Maker pages list no height limits
- Maker pages list no width, recline count or expiration
Poplar S or Primo Viaggio Convertible?
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. Primo Viaggio Convertible: certified for planes, 21.6 lb.
What does the extra $50 for the Poplar S get you?
Per the makers, the Poplar S adds an anti-rebound bar, no added flame retardants. Both meet the same federal crash standard.
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