Diono Connect3 R 2-in-1 High-Back Booster vs Graco TurboBooster Stretch2Fit

The Connect3 R 2-in-1 High-Back Booster is 3.4 in narrower. The TurboBooster Stretch2Fit lists for $10 less.

Only the differences are shown.

Diono Connect3 R 2-in-1 High-Back BoosterGraco TurboBooster Stretch2Fit
TypeBoosterBooster
List price$109.99$99.99Lowest price
Booster weight40–120 lb40–110 lb
Booster height38–63 in43–57 in
Seat weight10.8 lbLightest11.73 lb
Width16.3 inNarrowest19.69 in
Installationvehicle lap and shoulder belt (high-back), backless mode: do not use unless there is a vehiclLATCH (front-adjust), vehicle seat belt (open-loop belt guides)
Load legNoNo
Anti-rebound barNoNo
RotatesNoNo
Recline positions2Not listed
Aircraft labelNot certified for aircraftNot listed
Expires after8 years10 years

Diono Connect3 R 2-in-1 High-Back Booster

  • Maker lists conversion to backless booster with shoulder belt positioning clip and carry handle
  • Maker lists an 11-position head and backrest and 2 backrest recline positions
  • Maker states boosters cannot be used on an airplane

Graco TurboBooster Stretch2Fit

Graco 2-in-1 belt-positioning booster that converts from highback to backless. Graco lists model 2215556 with LATCH, front-adjust LATCH, 9 height positions for back and headrest, and an integrated cup holder.

  • Converts from highback to backless
  • Back and headrest adjust independently to 9 positions per Graco
  • Integrated cup holder and hideaway storage
Ask the meadow

Connect3 R 2-in-1 High-Back Booster or TurboBooster Stretch2Fit?

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 Connect3 R 2-in-1 High-Back Booster or the TurboBooster Stretch2Fit?

The Diono Connect3 R 2-in-1 High-Back Booster: it goes booster, up to 120 lb. The TurboBooster Stretch2Fit goes booster, up to 110 lb. The Connect3 R 2-in-1 High-Back Booster expires after 8 years.

Which is easier to travel with?

Connect3 R 2-in-1 High-Back Booster: 10.8 lb. TurboBooster Stretch2Fit: 11.7 lb. Neither lists aircraft certification.

What does the extra $10 for the Connect3 R 2-in-1 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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