Chicco NextFit Max ClearTex vs UPPAbaby Knox

The NextFit Max ClearTex rear-faces up to 50 lb, versus 45 lb.

Chicco NextFit Max ClearTexList price not published
UPPAbaby KnoxList price not published

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Chicco NextFit Max ClearTexUPPAbaby Knox
TypeConvertibleConvertible
Rear-facing weight4–50 lbHighest rear-facing limit14–45 lb
Rear-facing heightUp to 43 inUp to 49 in
Forward-facing weight22–65 lb25–65 lb
Forward-facing heightUp to 49 inUp to 49 in
Head ruleRear-facing: no taller than 43” (109 cm) and harness at or below shoulders. Forward-facing: no taller than 49” (125 cm) OR when the top of the ears are below the top of the Head Rest.DO NOT use this Child Restraint system if the top of the child’s head is less than 1” from the top of the headrest when in its highest position.
Newborn insertNewborn Positioner: ONLY USE REAR-FACING and only if the child weighs between 4 and 11 lbs (1.8 and 5 kg).Fit Inlay, 'designed for children who weigh 14–25 lbs (6.4–11.3 kg)'; 'Remove the Fit Inlay at 25 lbs (11.3 kg) or when the child begins' growing on top of the buckle
InstallationLATCH (SuperCinch) rear-facing, seat belt with lock-off rear-facing, LATCH (SuperCinch) forward-facing + top tether, seat belt with lock-off forward-facing + top tetherseat belt rear-facing (lap/shoulder), lap belt rear-facing, LATCH rear-facing, rear-facing tether (Multi-Directional Tether), seat belt forward-facing + top tether, lap belt forward-facing + top tether, LATCH forward-facing + top tether
Load legNoNo
Anti-rebound barNot listedNo
RotatesNoNo
Recline positionsNot listed4
Aircraft labelCertified for aircraft, per the makerCertified for aircraft, per the maker
Expires after8 years10 years
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NextFit Max ClearTex or Knox?

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?

NextFit Max ClearTex: certified for planes. Knox: certified for planes.

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