Diono Radian 3RXT vs Graco Extend2Fit 3-in-1
The Radian 3RXT is 2 in narrower. The Extend2Fit 3-in-1 lists for $30 less.
Only the differences are shown.
| Diono Radian 3RXT | Graco Extend2Fit 3-in-1 | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | All-in-one | All-in-one |
| List price | $299.99 | $269.99Lowest price |
| Rear-facing weight | 5–50 lb | 4–50 lb |
| Rear-facing height | 18–44 in | Up to 49 in |
| Forward-facing weight | 22–65 lb | 26.5–65 lb |
| Forward-facing height | 30–57 in | Up to 49 in |
| Booster weight | 40–120 lb | 40–100 lb |
| Booster height | 40–57 in | 43–57 in |
| Seat weight | 30.6 lb | 20.61 lbLightest |
| Width | 17 inNarrowest | 19 in |
| Head rule | Rear-facing: Top of head must be 1.5 in (3.8 cm) below the top of the car seat shell. Forward-facing: Top of child's ears MUST be below top of car seat shell. | 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 | Infant head and body support cushion; infant use 5-22 lb (2.3-10 kg) per recline level indicator | 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 | LATCH, seat belt | LATCH, seat belt |
| Load leg | No | No |
| Anti-rebound bar | Yes | No |
| Rotates | No | No |
| Harness heights | Not listed | 10 |
| Recline positions | Not listed | 6 |
| Aircraft label | Certified for aircraft, per the maker | Certified for aircraft, per the maker |
| No added flame retardants | No | Not listed |
| Expires after | 10 years | 10 years |
Diono Radian 3RXT
A slim steel-frame seat that folds and goes rear-facing to 50 lb, forward-facing to 65 lb and then to a high-back booster.
- Folds for travel
- Approved for aircraft use in harness mode
- Includes steel anti-rebound bar
- Heavy at 30.6 lb
- Needs 30-36 in of front-to-back room rear-facing
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 3RXT 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 3RXT or the Extend2Fit 3-in-1?
The Diono Radian 3RXT: 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 3RXT expires after 10 years.
Which is easier to travel with?
Radian 3RXT: certified for planes, 30.6 lb. Extend2Fit 3-in-1: certified for planes, 20.6 lb.
What does the extra $30 for the Radian 3RXT get you?
Per the makers, the Radian 3RXT adds an anti-rebound bar. Both meet the same federal crash standard.
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