Cybex Sirona S vs Nuna RAVA next
The Sirona S is 2 in narrower. The RAVA next lists for $24.95 less.
Only the differences are shown.
| Cybex Sirona S | Nuna RAVA next | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| List price | $549.95 | $525Lowest price |
| Rear-facing weight | 4–50 lb | 5–50 lb |
| Rear-facing height | Up to 49 in | Up to 49 in |
| Forward-facing weight | 22–65 lb | 30–65 lb |
| Forward-facing height | Up to 49 in | Up to 49 in |
| Seat weight | 30.4 lb | 26.5 lbLightest |
| Width | 19 inNarrowest | 21 in |
| Head rule | Rear-facing: CHILD’S HEAD MUST BE 2.5 CM (1 IN) OR MORE BELOW THE TOP OF THE HEADREST OR SHELL, WHICHEVER IS HIGHER. Forward-facing: Top of ears below the top of the Headrest. | Not listed |
| Newborn insert | Newborn Insert and Newborn Headpad Insert ('To ensure a better fit for smaller infants, the Newborn Insert may be needed'); manual gives no weight limit for the insert | Infant insert: 'The infant insert MUST be used for a child weighing between 5–11 lb and must NOT be used otherwise.' SIP insert MUST be used up to 40 lb (18 kg). |
| Installation | seat belt | LATCH, seat belt |
| Load leg | Yes | No |
| Anti-rebound bar | Yes | No |
| Rotates | Yes | No |
| Harness heights | 12 | 10 |
| Recline positions | 12 | 4 |
| Aircraft label | Not certified for aircraft | Certified for aircraft, per the maker |
| No added flame retardants | Not listed | Yes |
| Expires after | 10 years | 10 years |
Cybex Sirona S
A rotating Cybex convertible with a height-adjustable load leg, anti-rebound design and a one-time belt installation for both directions.
- 360-degree swivel
- Load leg and anti-rebound design
- Rear-facing to 50 lb
- Heavy at 30.4 lb
- List price $549.95
Nuna RAVA next
An updated RAVA with four recline angles per direction and a 50 lb rear-facing limit.
- 50 lb rear-facing limit
- Lighter than the original RAVA at 26.5 lb
- FAA certified per maker
- Lower anchors limited to 35 lb rear-facing and 40 lb forward-facing
- Maker price not shown on page
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Sirona S or RAVA next?
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?
Sirona S: 30.4 lb. RAVA next: certified for planes, 26.5 lb.
What does the extra $24.95 for the Sirona S get you?
Per the makers, the Sirona S adds a load leg, an anti-rebound bar, rotation. Both meet the same federal crash standard.
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