Chicco KidFit Zip Air Plus 2-in-1 vs Diono Monterey 6DXT SafePlus High-Back Booster
The KidFit Zip Air Plus 2-in-1 is 0.7 in narrower. The KidFit Zip Air Plus 2-in-1 lists for $23 less.
Only the differences are shown.
| Chicco KidFit Zip Air Plus 2-in-1 | Diono Monterey 6DXT SafePlus High-Back Booster | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Booster | Booster |
| List price | $186.99Lowest price | $209.99 |
| Booster weight | 40–110 lb | 40–120 lb |
| Booster height | 44–57 in | 38–63 in |
| Seat weight | 11 lbLightest | 16.3 lb |
| Width | 17 inNarrowest | 17.7 in |
| Head rule | High-back: "Child’s ears must be below Headrest when sitting on Booster Seat." Backless: "Child’s ears must be below vehicle seat back or vehicle head restraint when sitting on Booster Seat." | DO NOT use this child restraint backless unless there is a vehicle headrest for that seating position. |
| Installation | LATCH (quick-release), vehicle seat belt | LATCH |
| Load leg | No | No |
| Anti-rebound bar | No | No |
| Rotates | No | No |
| Recline positions | 2 | Not listed |
| Aircraft label | Not certified for aircraft | Not certified for aircraft |
| Expires after | Not listed | 8 years |
Chicco KidFit Zip Air Plus 2-in-1
A convertible high-back booster that goes backless for older kids. 3D AirMesh breathable channels and zip-off cushions.
- Converts to backless
- Ten headrest positions
- Zip-off cushions for washing
- High-back and backless limits differ
- Heavier than a plain backless booster
Diono Monterey 6DXT SafePlus High-Back Booster
High-back belt-positioning booster from Diono with LATCH connectors; the backless mode requires a vehicle headrest.
- Lists a 40-120 lb range
- LATCH connectors for attaching the booster
- Backless use is allowed with a vehicle headrest
- Maker states it cannot be used on an airplane
- Maker's age guidance is only 'typically five years'
KidFit Zip Air Plus 2-in-1 or Monterey 6DXT SafePlus High-Back Booster?
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 KidFit Zip Air Plus 2-in-1 or the Monterey 6DXT SafePlus High-Back Booster?
The Diono Monterey 6DXT SafePlus High-Back Booster: it goes booster, up to 120 lb. The KidFit Zip Air Plus 2-in-1 goes booster, up to 110 lb. The Monterey 6DXT SafePlus High-Back Booster expires after 8 years.
Which is easier to travel with?
KidFit Zip Air Plus 2-in-1: 11 lb. Monterey 6DXT SafePlus High-Back Booster: 16.3 lb. Neither lists aircraft certification.
What does the extra $23 for the Monterey 6DXT SafePlus High-Back Booster 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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