Chicco KeyFit ClearTex vs Evenflo LiteMax Sport
The LiteMax Sport rear-faces up to 30 lb, versus 22 lb. The KeyFit ClearTex is 2.3 in narrower. The KeyFit ClearTex lists for $10 less.
Only the differences are shown.
| Chicco KeyFit ClearTex | Evenflo LiteMax Sport | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Infant car seat | Infant car seat |
| List price | $169.99Lowest price | $179.99 |
| Rear-facing weight | 4–22 lb | 3–30 lbHighest rear-facing limit |
| Rear-facing height | Up to 30 in | 15.7–32 in |
| Seat weight | 9 lb | 8.17 lbLightest |
| Base weight | 7 lb | Not listed |
| Width | 16.75 inNarrowest | 19 in |
| 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 25 mm (1 in.) below the top of the child restraint seat back. |
| 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). | Optional head pillow and/or body pillow (not on all models); manual gives no separate weight limit. Buckle strap 'Newborn Position': NEVER use this position for children weighing more than 3.6 kg (8 lbs). |
| Installation | LATCH (SuperCinch), seat belt (belt lock-off) | LATCH installation compatible |
| Load leg | No | Not listed |
| Rotates | No | No |
| Harness heights | 3 | 4 |
| Recline positions | 5 | Not listed |
| Works with strollers | All Chicco strollers except Liteway and Urbino | Evenflo Omni Signature travel system, Evenflo Omni Plus travel system |
| Handle in the car | 3 positions (Carrying, Stationary, Rocking): 'ALWAYS place handle in one of the LOCKED positions when using Child Restraint in vehicle.' | ALWAYS place the handle in Position 1 or 3 (U.S. models) or Position 1 (Canadian models) when using this child restraint in a vehicle. NEVER use Positions 2 or 4 when traveling in a 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 | Not listed |
Chicco KeyFit ClearTex
A KeyFit with ClearTex fabrics made without flame-retardant chemicals, rear-facing 4-22 lb.
- Flame-retardant-free fabric
- Light carrier
- Lower price
- 22 lb limit
Evenflo LiteMax Sport
Rear-facing infant seat from Evenflo, appearing on the maker weight-limit guide and in Evenflo travel systems.
- Maker guide lists a 3 lb minimum
- Maker guide says LATCH installation compatible
- Maker guide gives a carrier-only weight
- Maker guide gives two different minimum heights
- Manual PDF not opened
KeyFit ClearTex or LiteMax Sport?
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 ClearTex or the LiteMax Sport?
The Evenflo LiteMax Sport: it goes rear-facing, up to 30 lb. The KeyFit ClearTex goes rear-facing, up to 22 lb.
Which is easier to travel with?
KeyFit ClearTex: certified for planes, 9 lb. LiteMax Sport: certified for planes, 8.2 lb.
What does the extra $10 for the LiteMax Sport 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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