Diono Solana vs UPPAbaby Alta

Side-by-side specs from each maker.

Diono SolanaList price not published
UPPAbaby AltaList price not published

Only the differences are shown.

Diono SolanaUPPAbaby Alta
TypeBoosterBooster
Booster weight40–120 lb40–100 lb
Booster heightUp to 63 in38–57 in
Seat weight9.2 lbNot listed
Width16.9 inNot listed
Head ruleNot listedIMPORTANT: The child’s ears MUST be below the top of the booster headrest.
Installationvehicle seat beltvehicle lap-shoulder belt, rigid lower anchor connectors + vehicle lap-shoulder belt
Load legNoNo
Anti-rebound barNoNo
RotatesNoNo
Aircraft labelNot certified for aircraftNot certified for aircraft
Expires after8 yearsNot listed

Diono Solana

Backless belt-positioning booster from Diono, installed with the vehicle seat belt and sold in the US store as a pack of 3.

  • Lists a 40-120 lb range
  • Maker describes it as easy to remove and store in the trunk
  • Backless design
  • Maker states it is not meant to be used on an airplane

UPPAbaby Alta

    Ask the meadow

    Solana or Alta?

    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 Solana or the Alta?

    The Diono Solana: it goes booster, up to 120 lb. The Alta goes booster, up to 100 lb. The Solana expires after 8 years.

    Still wondering? Write to us at hello@cribpicks.com and we'll look it up.