Chicco KeyFit 30 Zip vs Maxi-Cosi Mico Pro
The Mico Pro lists for $10 less.
Only the differences are shown.
| Chicco KeyFit 30 Zip | Maxi-Cosi Mico Pro | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Infant car seat | Infant car seat |
| List price | $229.99 | $219.99Lowest price |
| Rear-facing weight | 4–30 lb | 4–30 lb |
| Rear-facing height | Up to 30 in | Up to 32 in |
| Seat weight | 9.5 lb | Not listed |
| Base weight | 7 lb | Not listed |
| Width | 16.5 in | Not listed |
| Head rule | Do Not use this Child Restraint if top of child's head is within 1 inch (25 mm) of the top of the headrest. | The top of your child's head MUST be at least 1 in. (2.5 cm) below the top of the car seat. |
| Base included | Yes | Yes |
| Newborn insert | 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). | Infant head support ('You may remove it for bigger infants') and body pillow; manual gives no weight limit |
| Installation | LATCH (with base), lap-shoulder belt (with base), lap belt only (with base), lap-shoulder belt (without base, American belt path), lap belt only (without base) | LATCH (base), baseless (taxi mode belt guides) |
| Load leg | No | No |
| Anti-rebound bar | Not listed | No |
| Rotates | No | No |
| Recline positions | 5 | Not listed |
| Works with strollers | Compatible with all Chicco strollers (except the Liteway and Urbino strollers). | Select Maxi-Cosi strollers |
| Handle in the car | 3 positions (Carrying, Stationary, Rocking): 'ALWAYS place handle in one of the LOCKED positions when using Child Restraint in vehicle.' | The carry handle MUST be upright AND locked when carrying and when installed in the vehicle. |
| Aircraft label | Certified for aircraft, per the maker | Certified for aircraft, per the maker |
| No added flame retardants | Not listed | Yes |
| Expires after | 6 years | 8 years |
Maxi-Cosi Mico Pro
Maxi-Cosi's mid-priced infant carrier. It uses a one-click LATCH base with three base positions and can be belted in without the base.
- Lower price than the Mico Pro+
- Base has three adjustment positions
- Belt install without the base is supported
- 30 lb maximum
Ask the meadow
KeyFit 30 Zip or Mico Pro?
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?
KeyFit 30 Zip: certified for planes, installs without a base, 9.5 lb. Mico Pro: certified for planes, installs without a base.
What does the extra $10 for the KeyFit 30 Zip 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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