Chicco KeyFit vs Safety 1st OnBoard Insta-LATCH DLX
The OnBoard Insta-LATCH DLX rear-faces up to 30 lb, versus 22 lb. The OnBoard Insta-LATCH DLX lists for $10 less.
Only the differences are shown.
| Chicco KeyFit | Safety 1st OnBoard Insta-LATCH DLX | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Infant car seat | Infant car seat |
| List price | $209.99 | $199.99Lowest price |
| Rear-facing weight | 4–22 lb | 4–30 lbHighest rear-facing limit |
| Rear-facing height | Up to 30 in | Up to 32 in |
| Seat weight | 9 lb | 7.5 lbLightest |
| Base weight | 7 lb | Not listed |
| Width | 16.75 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). | Head pillow and body pillow; must be used together; manual gives no weight limit |
| Installation | LATCH (SuperCinch), seat belt (belt lock-off) | LATCH (Insta-Latch connectors), vehicle belt |
| Load leg | No | No |
| Anti-rebound bar | Not listed | No |
| Rotates | No | No |
| Harness heights | 3 | 4 |
| Recline positions | 5 | Not listed |
| Works with strollers | All Chicco strollers except Liteway and Urbino | 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.' | 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 |
| Expires after | 6 years | 8 years |
Chicco KeyFit
The original Chicco KeyFit, a lightweight carrier for babies up to 22 lb with a stay-in-car base.
- Light carrier
- 22 lb limit means babies outgrow it sooner
Safety 1st OnBoard Insta-LATCH DLX
The upgraded Insta-LATCH model with LATCH connectors and an adjustable-height base.
- Self-retracting LATCH connectors
- Base height adjustable
- Four harness heights
- Costs about $75 more than the standard Insta-LATCH
- 30 lb maximum
KeyFit or OnBoard Insta-LATCH DLX?
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 or the OnBoard Insta-LATCH DLX?
The Safety 1st OnBoard Insta-LATCH DLX: it goes rear-facing, up to 30 lb. The KeyFit goes rear-facing, up to 22 lb. The OnBoard Insta-LATCH DLX expires after 8 years.
Which is easier to travel with?
KeyFit: certified for planes, 9 lb. OnBoard Insta-LATCH DLX: certified for planes, 7.5 lb.
What does the extra $10 for the KeyFit 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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