Graco 4Ever DLX 4-in-1 vs Maxi-Cosi Pria Max
The 4Ever DLX 4-in-1 lists for $10 less.
Only the differences are shown.
| Graco 4Ever DLX 4-in-1 | Maxi-Cosi Pria Max | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | All-in-one | All-in-one |
| List price | $319.99Lowest price | $329.99 |
| Rear-facing weight | 4–40 lb | 5–40 lb |
| Rear-facing height | Up to 49 in | 19–40 in |
| Forward-facing weight | 26.5–65 lb | 30–65 lb |
| Forward-facing height | Up to 49 in | 34.4–49 in |
| Booster weight | 40–120 lb | 40–100 lb |
| Booster height | 43–57 in | 43.4–52 in |
| Seat weight | 23 lb | 16.8 lbLightest |
| Width | 21.5 in | Not listed |
| Head rule | Rear-facing: whose head is at least 1” (2.5 cm) below the headrest adjustment handle. Forward-facing: top of child’s ears must be below top of headrest. Backless booster: ears must be below the top of the vehicle seat back or 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's headrest. Forward-facing: the top of your child's ears MUST be below the top of the car seat's headrest. Booster: the top of your child's ears should never be above the top of the booster seat's headrest. |
| Newborn insert | Infant head support and body support (on select models), rear-facing only; can be used only for children weighing 20 lb (9 kg) or less; body support must be used if shoulders are below the lowest harness setting. | Head pillow and body pillow (on select models), optional, rear-facing mode only; must be used together. Manual: when using the lower shoulder harness slots for smaller children, you MUST use the head and body pillow and the headrest MUST be in the lowest position. |
| Installation | LATCH, seat belt | LATCH (1-click connectors) |
| Load leg | No | No |
| Anti-rebound bar | No | No |
| Rotates | No | No |
| Harness heights | 10 | 5 |
| Recline positions | 6 | 3 |
| 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 |
Graco 4Ever DLX 4-in-1
A four-mode all-in-one that goes from rear-facing to highback and backless booster.
- Lasts from infant to booster (10-year life)
- Six recline positions
- Machine-washable cover
- Rear-facing limit is 40 lb
- Wide at 21.5 in with cup holders
Maxi-Cosi Pria Max
A step-up Pria with PureCosi fabric that is certified for aircraft use and light enough to move between cars.
- About 16.8 lb
- Certified for airplane use (per the maker)
- PureCosi fabric without added fire-retardant chemicals
- Rear-facing capped at 40 lb
- 3 recline positions
4Ever DLX 4-in-1 or Pria Max?
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 4Ever DLX 4-in-1 or the Pria Max?
The Graco 4Ever DLX 4-in-1: it goes rear-facing, then forward-facing with a harness, then booster, up to 120 lb. The Pria Max goes rear-facing, then forward-facing with a harness, then booster, up to 100 lb. The 4Ever DLX 4-in-1 expires after 10 years.
Which is easier to travel with?
4Ever DLX 4-in-1: certified for planes, 23 lb. Pria Max: certified for planes, 16.8 lb.
What does the extra $10 for the Pria Max get you?
Per the makers, the Pria Max adds no added flame retardants. Both meet the same federal crash standard.
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