Britax Poplar vs Peg Perego Primo Viaggio Convertible
The Poplar rear-faces up to 50 lb, versus 45 lb.
Only the differences are shown.
| Britax Poplar | Peg Perego Primo Viaggio Convertible | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| List price | $349.99 | $349.99 |
| Rear-facing weight | 5–50 lbHighest rear-facing limit | 5–45 lb |
| Rear-facing height | 18–49 in | Up to 47 in |
| Forward-facing weight | 30–65 lb | 22–65 lb |
| Forward-facing height | 35–49 in | Up to 49 in |
| Seat weight | 27.2 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 | Lower infant insert (optional): MAY be used for children who weigh 20 lbs (9.1 kg) or less rear-facing; not forward-facing. Positioning layer MUST be folded down for 5-40 lbs rear-facing. | Not listed |
| Installation | seat belt (ClickTight) | LATCH, seat belt |
| Load leg | No | No |
| Anti-rebound bar | No | 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
A slim 17-inch Britax convertible with a ClickTight seat belt install and a no-rethread harness. It rear-faces up to 50 lb.
- Slim 17-inch width
- High 50 lb rear-facing limit
- 10-year life
- No anti-rebound bar listed (that is the Poplar S)
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
Ask the meadow
Poplar 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: certified for planes, 27.2 lb. Primo Viaggio Convertible: certified for planes, 21.6 lb.
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