Cosco ShadeVenture Canopy 2-in-1 vs Maxi-Cosi Romi
The ShadeVenture Canopy 2-in-1 lists for $30 less.
Only the differences are shown.
| Cosco ShadeVenture Canopy 2-in-1 | Maxi-Cosi Romi | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| List price | $119.99Lowest price | $149.99 |
| Rear-facing weight | 5–40 lb | 5–40 lb |
| Rear-facing height | 19–40 in | 19–40 in |
| Forward-facing weight | 30–50 lb | 30–50 lb |
| Forward-facing height | 34.4–44 in | 34.4–44 in |
| Seat weight | Not listed | 9.2 lb |
| Head rule | Rear-facing: 'The top of your child's head MUST be at least 1 in. (2.5 cm) below the top of the car seat.' Forward-facing: 'The top of your child's ears MUST be below the top of the car seat.' | Rear-facing: 'The top of your child's head MUST be at least 1 in. (2.5 cm) below the top of the car seat.' Forward-facing: 'The top of your child's ears MUST be below the top of the car seat.' |
| Newborn insert | Not listed | Head Pillow (on select models); no separate limit given in manual |
| Installation | LATCH | LATCH |
| Load leg | No | No |
| Anti-rebound bar | No | No |
| Rotates | No | No |
| Harness heights | 5 | Not listed |
| Aircraft label | Certified for aircraft, per the maker | Certified for aircraft, per the maker |
| No added flame retardants | Not listed | Yes |
| Expires after | 10 years | 10 years |
Cosco ShadeVenture Canopy 2-in-1
Cosco two-mode convertible with a canopy, LATCH, a 5-point harness with front adjustment, 5 harness heights and 3 buckle locations;
- Maker states it is certified for use on an aircraft
- LATCH equipped
- Marked New Arrival by the maker
Maxi-Cosi Romi
A Maxi-Cosi 2-in-1 convertible car seat.
- Low price
- Light shell
- Tether strap can double as a carry strap
- Forward-facing limit is only 50 lb
- Rear-facing limit is 40 lb and 40 in
Ask the meadow
ShadeVenture Canopy 2-in-1 or Romi?
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?
ShadeVenture Canopy 2-in-1: certified for planes. Romi: certified for planes, 9.2 lb.
What does the extra $30.00 for the Romi get you?
Per the makers, the Romi adds no added flame retardants. Both meet the same federal crash standard.
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