Chicco KeyFit 35 Zip ClearTex vs Graco GoMax
The KeyFit 35 Zip ClearTex rear-faces up to 35 lb, versus 30 lb.
Only the differences are shown.
| Chicco KeyFit 35 Zip ClearTex | Graco GoMax | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Infant car seat | Infant car seat |
| List price | $299.99 | $299.99 |
| Rear-facing weight | 4–35 lbHighest rear-facing limit | 4–30 lb |
| Rear-facing height | Up to 32 in | Up to 32 in |
| Seat weight | 10.5 lbLightest | 10.9 lb |
| 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 Head MUST BE AT LEAST 1" (2.5 cm) BELOW the Top of the Car Seat |
| 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). | Body support (accessory): 'The body support can ONLY be used for infants 12 lb' (manual p.65). Buckle can be shortened for low birth weight infants (minimum weight 4 lb). |
| Installation | LATCH (SuperCinch), seat belt (LockSure), baseless (carrier belt path) | built-in Insta-Install Rigid LATCH, optional stay-in-car base |
| Load leg | No | Not listed |
| Anti-rebound bar | Yes | Not listed |
| Rotates | No | Not listed |
| Harness heights | 5 | Not listed |
| Recline positions | 6 | 4 |
| Works with strollers | All Chicco strollers except Liteway and Urbino | Graco GoMax stroller or most Graco strollers (sold separately); check Graco's compatibility chart |
| Handle in the car | 3 positions (Carrying, Stationary, Rocking): 'ALWAYS place handle in one of the LOCKED positions when using Child Restraint in vehicle.' | Handle Has 4 Positions (A-D). 'Carry handle MUST be upright in position A when carrying. Handle can be in any position when used in the vehicle.' |
| Aircraft label | Certified for aircraft, per the maker | Certified for aircraft, per the maker |
| No added flame retardants | Yes | Not listed |
| Expires after | 6 years | 7 years |
Chicco KeyFit 35 Zip ClearTex
Chicco's 35 lb KeyFit with a zip-off cover, anti-rebound bar and flame-retardant-free fabrics.
- 35 lb and 32 in rear-facing limit
- Anti-rebound bar
- Zip-off washable cover
- Heavier carrier than older KeyFit models
Graco GoMax
A Graco infant carrier with rigid LATCH connectors built into the shell, so it can be installed without a base. Rated 4-30 lb and up to 32 in.
- Installs without a base using the built-in LATCH arms
- Optional base for a stay-in-car setup
- Memory recline on the LATCH connectors
- 30 lb limit
- Priced at $299.99
KeyFit 35 Zip ClearTex or GoMax?
Answers come from each maker's published specs. Safety and health questions link to the agency or medical source.
Which one will my child use longer, the KeyFit 35 Zip ClearTex or the GoMax?
The Chicco KeyFit 35 Zip ClearTex: it goes rear-facing, up to 35 lb. The GoMax goes rear-facing, up to 30 lb. The KeyFit 35 Zip ClearTex expires after 6 years.
Which is easier to travel with?
KeyFit 35 Zip ClearTex: certified for planes, installs without a base, 10.5 lb. GoMax: certified for planes, 10.9 lb.
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