Chicco KeyFit 35 ClearTex vs Evenflo Gold SecureMax
Side-by-side specs from each maker.
Only the differences are shown.
| Chicco KeyFit 35 ClearTex | Evenflo Gold SecureMax | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Infant car seat | Infant car seat |
| Rear-facing weight | 4–35 lb | 4–35 lb |
| Rear-facing height | Up to 32 in | Up to 32 in |
| Seat weight | 10 lb | 9.2 lbLightest |
| Base weight | 8.5 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. | top of child's head is at least 2.5 cm (1 in.) below the top of the child restraint seat back |
| Base included | Yes | Not listed |
| 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). | FOR LOW BIRTH-WEIGHT INFANT, you must always use the infant body support. |
| Installation | LATCH (with base), lap-shoulder belt (with base), lap belt only (with base), lap-shoulder belt (without base, American belt path), lap-shoulder belt (without base, European belt path), lap belt only (without base) | LATCH, bubble level included |
| Load leg | No | Yes |
| Anti-rebound bar | Yes | Not listed |
| Rotates | No | No |
| Harness heights | 5 | Not listed |
| Works with strollers | Compatible with all Chicco strollers (except Liteway Stroller). | Not listed |
| Handle in the car | 3 positions (Carrying, Stationary, Rocking): 'ALWAYS place handle in one of the LOCKED positions when using Child Restraint in vehicle.' | Not listed |
| Aircraft label | Certified for aircraft, per the maker | Not listed |
| No added flame retardants | Yes | Not listed |
| Expires after | 6 years | Not listed |
Evenflo Gold SecureMax
A rear-facing-only infant carrier in Evenflo's Gold line with a load leg base and SensorSafe monitoring. Rated 4-35 lb and up to 32 in.
- Load leg base
- 35 lb limit
- No-rethread harness
- Page omits price, width, recline and expiration
- Carrier is a little heavier than lightest-weight seats at 9.2 lb
Ask the meadow
KeyFit 35 ClearTex or Gold SecureMax?
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 35 ClearTex: certified for planes, installs without a base, 10 lb. Gold SecureMax: 9.2 lb.
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