Cybex Callisto G 360 vs Nuna EXEC next
The EXEC next rear-faces up to 50 lb, versus 40 lb. The EXEC next is 2.1 in narrower. The Callisto G 360 lists for $20.05 less.
Only the differences are shown.
| Cybex Callisto G 360 | Nuna EXEC next | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | All-in-one | All-in-one |
| List price | $699.95Lowest price | $720 |
| Rear-facing weight | 4–40 lb | 5–50 lbHighest rear-facing limit |
| Rear-facing height | Up to 43.3 in | 18–49 in |
| Forward-facing weight | 26.5–65 lb | 30–65 lb |
| Forward-facing height | 33–49.2 in | 34–49 in |
| Booster weight | 40–120 lb | 40–110 lb |
| Booster height | 44–57 in | 43–57 in |
| Seat weight | 35 lb | 26.8 lbLightest |
| Width | 19.5 in | 17.4 inNarrowest |
| Head rule | Rear-facing: child's head at least 1 inch (2.5 cm) below the top of the shell or the top of the headrest, whichever is higher. Forward-facing: top of the child's ears below the top of the headrest. | Not listed |
| Newborn insert | Infant Insert: Seat Pad (for use up to 11 lb (5 kg) with Foam Wedge, or 20 lb (9 kg) without); Head Pad (for use up to 20 lb (9 kg)) | Infant insert for infants 5–11 lb (2.3–5 kg); DO NOT use for a child over 11 lb. SIP insert MUST be used up to 40 lb (18 kg). Merino wool infant head and body inserts (page). |
| Installation | Installation with Lower Anchors, Installation with Lap Belt Only | seat belt (True tension doors), lower anchors (push-on), integrated tether (forward-facing harness) |
| Load leg | No | No |
| Anti-rebound bar | Yes | Yes |
| Rotates | Yes | No |
| Harness heights | 12 | 12 |
| Recline positions | 5 | 4 |
| Aircraft label | Certified for aircraft, per the maker | Certified for aircraft, per the maker |
| No added flame retardants | Yes | Yes |
| Expires after | 10 years | 10 years |
Cybex Callisto G 360
- Maker states the seat rotates in its base to load and unload the child
- Maker lists 12-position headrest with no-rethread harness and up to five recline positions
- Maker states 'THIS RESTRAINT IS CERTIFIED FOR USE IN AIRCRAFT.'
- Lower anchors not to be used above 30 lb rear-facing or 35 lb forward-facing per manual
Nuna EXEC next
- Maker lists 4 rear-facing and 4 forward-facing recline angles
- Maker lists 12 headrest height positions
- Maker states no added fire-retardant chemicals
Callisto G 360 or EXEC next?
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 Callisto G 360 or the EXEC next?
The Cybex Callisto G 360: it goes rear-facing, then forward-facing with a harness, then booster, up to 120 lb. The EXEC next goes rear-facing, then forward-facing with a harness, then booster, up to 110 lb. The Callisto G 360 expires after 10 years.
Which is easier to travel with?
Callisto G 360: certified for planes, 35 lb. EXEC next: certified for planes, 26.8 lb.
What does the extra $20.05 for the EXEC next 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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