Evenflo LiteMax NXT vs Joie rue LX Spin
The rue LX Spin is 0.3 in narrower. The LiteMax NXT lists for $10 less.
Only the differences are shown.
| Evenflo LiteMax NXT | Joie rue LX Spin | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Infant car seat | Infant car seat |
| List price | $249.99Lowest price | $259.99 |
| Rear-facing weight | 3–30 lb | 4–30 lb |
| Rear-facing height | Up to 32 in | Up to 30 in |
| Seat weight | 8.6 lb | 8 lbLightest |
| Base weight | Not listed | 14.3 lb |
| Width | 17.83 in | 17.5 inNarrowest |
| Head rule | Top of child's head is at least 2.5 cm (1 in.) below the top of the child restraint seat back | The top of child's head MUST be at least 1 in. (2.5 cm) below the top of the child restraint. |
| Base included | Yes | Yes |
| Newborn insert | Infant Insert: required for children weighing 1.4 - 2.7 kg (3 - 6 lbs) and optional for children over 2.7 kg (6 lbs). | Infant insert: can be used as necessary to provide a snug fit for babies under 11 lb. (5 kg); low birth weight pillow inside the insert for smaller babies. Pillow is best for babies under 8 lb. (3.6 kg). |
| Installation | LockStrong belt tensioning | lower anchor attachments, vehicle seat belt, on its base |
| Load leg | No | No |
| Anti-rebound bar | Not listed | Yes |
| Rotates | No | Yes |
| Recline positions | Not listed | 4 |
| Works with strollers | Evenflo Q&A: Pivot Xpand strollers (not Pivot Vizor, not Folio3) | Connects to most Joie strollers, chive (adapter-free travel system) |
| Handle in the car | The Carry Handle MUST be in any locked position when traveling in a vehicle. | Joie recommends to have the handle in the carry position when in the vehicle. (Handle has locked positions plus one convenience position that does not lock.) |
| Aircraft label | Certified for aircraft, per the maker | Certified for aircraft, per the maker |
| No added flame retardants | Yes | Not listed |
| Expires after | Not listed | 7 years |
Evenflo LiteMax NXT
Evenflo's lighter-weight infant carrier with SensorSafe alerts and a belt tensioning system. Rear-facing only, 3-30 lb and up to 32 in.
- Starts at 3 lb
- Carrier around 8.6 lb
- SensorSafe reminders (temperature, child left, chest clip) on this version
- 30 lb limit is lower than 35 lb infant seats
- Load leg sold separately
Joie rue LX Spin
Joie infant seat on a base with a 180 degree spin, sold with the chive stroller as a travel system and listed with its own support page.
- Base with a 180º spin
- 4-position base recline
- Not listed by the maker: height limit and expiration
LiteMax NXT or rue LX Spin?
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?
LiteMax NXT: certified for planes, 8.6 lb. rue LX Spin: certified for planes, 8 lb.
What does the extra $10 for the rue LX Spin get you?
Per the makers, the rue LX Spin adds an anti-rebound bar, rotation. Both meet the same federal crash standard.
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