Diono Monterey 4DXT vs UPPAbaby Alta V2
The Alta V2 is 3 in narrower.
Only the differences are shown.
| Diono Monterey 4DXT | UPPAbaby Alta V2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Booster | Booster |
| List price | $199.99 | $199.99 |
| Booster weight | 40–120 lb | 40–100 lb |
| Booster height | 38–63 in | 38–57 in |
| Seat weight | 18.3 lb | 17 lbLightest |
| Width | 20.5 in | 17.5 inNarrowest |
| Head rule | Not listed | The child's ears MUST be below the top of the booster headrest. |
| Installation | automotive steel LATCH connectors with two easy-ad | Rigid LATCH, seat belt |
| Load leg | Not listed | No |
| Anti-rebound bar | Not listed | No |
| Rotates | Not listed | No |
| Aircraft label | Not certified for aircraft | Not certified for aircraft |
| No added flame retardants | Not listed | Yes |
| Expires after | 8 years | Not listed |
Diono Monterey 4DXT
- Maker lists automotive steel LATCH connectors and two easy-adjust LATCH straps
- Maker lists an 11-position headrest and a backrest that expands up to 6.5 in (16.5 cm)
- Converts to backless booster with detachable back per maker
- Maker states Diono booster seats are not meant to be used on airplane
UPPAbaby Alta V2
A slim high-back booster with rigid LATCH, a 7-position headrest and one-handed recline.
- Slim 17.5 in profile
- Rigid LATCH
- Fire-retardant-free fabrics and foams
- Max 100 lb
- 17 lb
Ask the meadow
Monterey 4DXT or Alta V2?
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 Monterey 4DXT or the Alta V2?
The Diono Monterey 4DXT: it goes booster, up to 120 lb. The Alta V2 goes booster, up to 100 lb. The Monterey 4DXT expires after 8 years.
Which is easier to travel with?
Monterey 4DXT: 18.3 lb. Alta V2: 17 lb. Neither lists aircraft certification.
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