Britax Willow SC vs Peg Perego Primo Viaggio
The Willow SC lists for $20 less.
Only the differences are shown.
| Britax Willow SC | Peg Perego Primo Viaggio | |
|---|---|---|
| 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 lb | 8.2 lbLightest |
| Base weight | 10.2 lb | Not listed |
| 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 | The top of the child head should not exceed the top of the seat back by at least one inch (2,5 cm) |
| 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). | Dual Stage Cushion System: may be used from birth up to about 20 lbs (9 kg) or when the torso of your baby fully occupies the space between the crotch strap and the shoulder slots. |
| Installation | ClickTight, LATCH | LATCH (with base), vehicle belt (with base), lap-shoulder belt (without base, European belt path) |
| Load leg | No | No |
| Anti-rebound bar | Yes | Yes |
| Rotates | No | No |
| Harness heights | 4 | Not listed |
| Works with strollers | Select Britax strollers | Peg Perego strollers: YPSI, Z4, Vivace, Veloce, Selfie, Selfie Plus, City Loop, Booklet 50 (maker product page) |
| Stroller adapters | Not listed | PV Adapter/Links Uppababy ($49.99), PV Adapter/Links Universal ($49.99); PV Adapter/Links Peg Perego ($19.99) for Peg Perego chassis |
| Handle in the car | The carry handle must be adjusted to any locked position for use in a vehicle. | With base: 'It is recommended to adjust the handle so that it rests at the top edge of the car seat'. Without base and on aircraft: 'adjust the handle in the forward most position as shown. Any other position may injure your baby in an accident.' |
| Aircraft label | Certified for aircraft, per the maker | Certified for aircraft, per the maker |
| No added flame retardants | Yes | Yes |
| Expires after | 6 years | 7 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
Ask the meadow
Willow SC or Primo Viaggio?
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. Primo Viaggio: certified for planes, installs without a base, 8.2 lb.
What does the extra $20 for the Primo Viaggio 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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