Britax Willow S vs Graco SnugRide DLX with Load Leg
The SnugRide DLX with Load Leg lists for $10 less.
Only the differences are shown.
| Britax Willow S | Graco SnugRide DLX with Load Leg | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Infant car seat | Infant car seat |
| List price | $279.99 | $269.99Lowest price |
| Rear-facing weight | 4–30 lb | 4–30 lb |
| Rear-facing height | 17–32 in | Up to 32 in |
| Seat weight | Not listed | 8.4 lb |
| Width | 16.9 in | Not listed |
| Head rule | when the top of child's head is at least 1 in (2.5 cm) below the top edge of head restraint | Not listed |
| Base included | Yes | Not listed |
| Newborn insert | Infant positioning pillow (optional): can be used with infants weighing less than 11 lbs (5 kg); harness inner loop/slot maximum 11 lbs (5 kg). | Not listed |
| Installation | ClickTight belt install of Alpine base (lap-shoulder belt), lap belt (with base), lower anchor attachments (with base), lap-shoulder belt (without base, American belt path), lap-shoulder belt (without base, European belt guide), lap belt (without base) | SnugLock with seat belt, LATCH (InRight LATCH) |
| Load leg | No | Yes |
| Anti-rebound bar | Yes | Not listed |
| Rotates | No | Not listed |
| Recline positions | Not listed | 4 |
| Works with strollers | Select Britax strollers (Britax compatibility chart: https://us.britax.com/support/instructional-videos-and-user-manuals/compatibility-charts) | Graco strollers via one-step connection; see Graco's compatibility chart |
| Handle in the car | The carry handle must be adjusted to any locked position for use in a vehicle. | Not listed |
| Aircraft label | Certified for aircraft, per the maker | Not listed |
| No added flame retardants | Yes | Not listed |
| Expires after | 6 years | 7 years |
Graco SnugRide DLX with Load Leg
Graco infant carrier paired with a load leg base. Rated 4-30 lb and up to 32 in.
- Load leg on the base
- Carrier about 8.4 lb
- SnugLock install
- 30 lb limit
- Load leg base is heavy (about 17.7 lb with seat)
Ask the meadow
Willow S or SnugRide DLX with Load Leg?
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?
Willow S: certified for planes, installs without a base. SnugRide DLX with Load Leg: 8.4 lb.
What does the extra $10 for the Willow S get you?
Per the makers, the Willow S adds an anti-rebound bar, no added flame retardants. Both meet the same federal crash standard.
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