Diono Radian 3R SafePlus vs Graco Extend2Fit 3-in-1
The Radian 3R SafePlus is 2 in narrower. The Radian 3R SafePlus lists for $10 less.
Only the differences are shown.
| Diono Radian 3R SafePlus | Graco Extend2Fit 3-in-1 | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | All-in-one | All-in-one |
| List price | $259.99Lowest price | $269.99 |
| Rear-facing weight | 4–50 lb | 4–50 lb |
| Rear-facing height | 18–44 in | Up to 49 in |
| Forward-facing weight | 26.5–65 lb | 26.5–65 lb |
| Forward-facing height | Not listed | Up to 49 in |
| Booster weight | 40–120 lb | 40–100 lb |
| Booster height | Not listed | 43–57 in |
| Seat weight | 29.3 lb | 20.61 lbLightest |
| Width | 17 inNarrowest | 19 in |
| Head rule | Not listed | Top of head must be 1" (2.5 cm) below the headrest adjustment lever. Forward-facing: Top of child's ears below top of headrest. |
| Newborn insert | Not listed | The infant head and body support can only be used for infants 20 lb (9 kg) or less; rear-facing only; body support must be used if shoulders are below the lowest harness setting. |
| Installation | Not listed | LATCH, seat belt |
| Load leg | Not listed | No |
| Anti-rebound bar | Yes | No |
| Rotates | Not listed | No |
| Harness heights | Not listed | 10 |
| Recline positions | Not listed | 6 |
| Aircraft label | Not listed | Certified for aircraft, per the maker |
| Expires after | 10 years | 10 years |
Diono Radian 3R SafePlus
All-in-one 3-across seat from Diono; the maker describes the SafePlus version as having 15 upgrades over the Radian 3R.
- Maker states it fits 3-across and includes a steel anti-rebound bar
- Maker lists a 12-position headrest
- Maker lists 'FAA approved for airline use'
Graco Extend2Fit 3-in-1
A three-mode all-in-one with a leg-room extension panel that supports rear-facing to 50 lb.
- 50 lb rear-facing limit
- Extension panel adds up to 5 in of rear-facing leg room
- Mid-range price
- No booster-only backless mode
- Wider at 19 in
Radian 3R SafePlus or Extend2Fit 3-in-1?
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 Radian 3R SafePlus or the Extend2Fit 3-in-1?
The Diono Radian 3R SafePlus: it goes rear-facing, then forward-facing with a harness, then booster, up to 120 lb. The Extend2Fit 3-in-1 goes rear-facing, then forward-facing with a harness, then booster, up to 100 lb. The Radian 3R SafePlus expires after 10 years.
Which is easier to travel with?
Radian 3R SafePlus: 29.3 lb. Extend2Fit 3-in-1: certified for planes, 20.6 lb.
What does the extra $10 for the Extend2Fit 3-in-1 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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