Evenflo Gold SecureMax vs UPPAbaby Mesa

Side-by-side specs from each maker.

UPPAbaby MesaList price not published

Only the differences are shown.

Evenflo Gold SecureMaxUPPAbaby Mesa
TypeInfant car seatInfant car seat
Rear-facing weight4–35 lb4–35 lb
Rear-facing heightUp to 32 inUp to 32 in
Seat weight9.2 lbNot listed
Head ruletop of child's head is at least 2.5 cm (1 in.) below the top of the child restraint seat backNot listed
Base includedNot listedYes
Newborn insertFOR LOW BIRTH-WEIGHT INFANT, you must always use the infant body support.Infant insert recommended for use with infants weighing 4-8 lbs (manual)
InstallationLATCH, bubble level includedNot listed
Load legYesNot listed
RotatesNoNot listed
Aircraft labelNot listedCertified for aircraft, per the maker
Expires afterNot listed7 years

Evenflo Gold SecureMax

A rear-facing-only infant carrier in Evenflo's Gold line with a load leg base and SensorSafe monitoring. Rated 4-35 lb and up to 32 in.

  • Load leg base
  • 35 lb limit
  • No-rethread harness
  • Page omits price, width, recline and expiration
  • Carrier is a little heavier than lightest-weight seats at 9.2 lb

UPPAbaby Mesa

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    Gold SecureMax or Mesa?

    Answers come from each maker's published specs. Safety and health questions link to the agency or medical source.

    Which is easier to travel with?

    Gold SecureMax: 9.2 lb. Mesa: certified for planes.

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