Britax Willow SC vs Chicco KeyFit Max Zip ClearLux
The Willow SC is 0.1 in narrower. The Willow SC lists for $20 less.
Only the differences are shown.
| Britax Willow SC | Chicco KeyFit Max Zip ClearLux | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Infant car seat | Infant car seat |
| List price | $329.99Lowest price | $349.99 |
| Rear-facing weight | 4–30 lb | 4–30 lb |
| Rear-facing height | Up to 32 in | Up to 32 in |
| Seat weight | 9.3 lbLightest | 10 lb |
| Base weight | 10.2 lb | 8.5 lb |
| Width | 16.9 inNarrowest | 17 in |
| Head rule | when the top of child's head is at least 1 in (2.5 cm) below the top edge of head restraint | Do Not use this Child Restraint if top of child's head is within 1 inch (25 mm) of the top of the headrest. |
| Base included | Yes | Yes |
| 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). | Newborn Positioner: only for infants who weigh between 4 and 11 lbs (1.8 and 5 kg); separate Head Rest Insert may be used with or without the Newborn Positioner (never with harness in upper slots). |
| Installation | ClickTight, LATCH | LATCH (SuperCinch), seat belt (LockSure), baseless (carrier belt path) |
| Load leg | No | No |
| Anti-rebound bar | Yes | Yes |
| Rotates | No | No |
| Harness heights | 4 | 5 |
| Recline positions | Not listed | 6 |
| Works with strollers | Select Britax strollers | All Chicco strollers except Liteway and Urbino |
| Handle in the car | The carry handle must be adjusted to any locked position for use in a vehicle. | 3 positions (Carrying, Stationary, Rocking): 'ALWAYS place handle in one of the LOCKED positions when using Child Restraint in vehicle.' |
| Aircraft label | Certified for aircraft, per the maker | Certified for aircraft, per the maker |
| No added flame retardants | Yes | Yes |
| Expires after | 6 years | 6 years |
Britax Willow SC
A step-up Britax infant carrier with ClickTight installation and an Alpine base with a stability bar.
- ClickTight belt install
- Anti-rebound stability bar on base
- Fabric without added flame retardants
- 30 lb limit
Chicco KeyFit Max Zip ClearLux
The top KeyFit Max trim, with a merino wool blend fabric made without added flame-retardant chemicals, zip-off cover and anti-rebound bar.
- Merino wool blend fabric
- Zip-off cover
- 32 in height limit
- Highest KeyFit price
- 30 lb limit
Willow SC or KeyFit Max Zip ClearLux?
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 SC: certified for planes, 9.3 lb. KeyFit Max Zip ClearLux: certified for planes, installs without a base, 10 lb.
What does the extra $20 for the KeyFit Max Zip ClearLux get you?
No extra listed feature from the ones we track (load leg, anti-rebound bar, rotation, flame retardants). Compare fabrics, ease of install, and fit in your car. Both meet the same federal crash standard.
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