Disney Baby Ellaris vs Maxi-Cosi Romi
The Ellaris lists for $20 less.
Only the differences are shown.
| Disney Baby Ellaris | Maxi-Cosi Romi | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| List price | $129.99Lowest price | $149.99 |
| Rear-facing weight | 5–40 lb | 5–40 lb |
| Rear-facing height | 19–40 in | 19–40 in |
| Forward-facing weight | 30–65 lbHighest harness limit | 30–50 lb |
| Forward-facing height | 34.4–49 in | 34.4–44 in |
| Seat weight | Not listed | 9.2 lb |
| Width | 19 in | Not listed |
| Head rule | Rear-facing: 'The top of your child's head MUST be at least 1 in. (2.5 cm) below the top of the car seat's headrest.' Forward-facing: 'The top of your child's ears MUST be below the top of the car seat's headrest.' | Rear-facing: 'The top of your child's head MUST be at least 1 in. (2.5 cm) below the top of the car seat.' Forward-facing: 'The top of your child's ears MUST be below the top of the car seat.' |
| Newborn insert | Not listed | Head Pillow (on select models); no separate limit given in manual |
| Installation | LATCH | LATCH |
| Load leg | No | No |
| Anti-rebound bar | No | No |
| Rotates | No | No |
| Harness heights | 5 | Not listed |
| Aircraft label | Certified for aircraft, per the maker | Certified for aircraft, per the maker |
| No added flame retardants | Not listed | Yes |
| Expires after | 10 years | 10 years |
Disney Baby Ellaris
A Disney-themed convertible sold under the Safety 1st maker, with a slim 19-inch design that rear-faces to 40 lb and forward-faces to 65 lb.
- Slim 19-inch width
- Disney prints
- Machine-washable pad
- Not listed by the maker: seat weight and expiration
Maxi-Cosi Romi
A Maxi-Cosi 2-in-1 convertible car seat.
- Low price
- Light shell
- Tether strap can double as a carry strap
- Forward-facing limit is only 50 lb
- Rear-facing limit is 40 lb and 40 in
Ellaris or Romi?
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 Ellaris or the Romi?
The Disney Baby Ellaris: it goes rear-facing, then forward-facing with a harness, up to 65 lb. The Romi goes rear-facing, then forward-facing with a harness, up to 50 lb. The Ellaris expires after 10 years.
Which is easier to travel with?
Ellaris: certified for planes. Romi: certified for planes, 9.2 lb.
What does the extra $20 for the Romi get you?
Per the makers, the Romi adds no added flame retardants. Both meet the same federal crash standard.
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