Graco 4Ever DLX Grad 5-in-1 vs Joie matcha spin SI

The 4Ever DLX Grad 5-in-1 is 0.8 in narrower. The matcha spin SI lists for $30 less.

Only the differences are shown.

Graco 4Ever DLX Grad 5-in-1Joie matcha spin SI
TypeAll-in-oneAll-in-one
List price$429.99$399.99Lowest price
Rear-facing weight4–40 lb4–40 lb
Rear-facing heightNot listedUp to 43 in
Forward-facing weight26.5–65 lb30–65 lb
Forward-facing heightUp to 49 inUp to 49 in
Booster weight40–100 lb40–100 lb
Booster height43–57 inUp to 57 in
Seat weight24.1 lbLightest29.21 lb
Width18 inNarrowest18.8 in
Head ruleNot listedRear-Facing: The harness straps MUST be AT or JUST BELOW the child’s shoulders, and the top of child’s head MUST be at least 1 in. (2.5 cm) below the top of the child restraint.
Newborn insertNot listedInfant insert can be used for smaller babies, but MUST be removed once the child reaches 11 lb. (5 kg).
InstallationLATCH, seat belt (SnugLock)lower anchor attachments, vehicle seat belt, LATCH with tether, top tether for forward-facing
Load legNoNo
Anti-rebound barNoNo
RotatesNoYes
Harness heights1015
Recline positions64
Aircraft labelNot listedNot certified for aircraft
Expires after10 years10 years

Graco 4Ever DLX Grad 5-in-1

A slimmer 4Ever DLX with SnugLock install and a removable seat belt trainer mode as a fifth stage.

  • SnugLock install in about a minute
  • 18 in width
  • Five modes including seat belt trainer
  • Rear-facing limit is 40 lb
  • List price $429.99

Joie matcha spin SI

Rotating three-mode Joie seat (rear-facing, forward-facing, highback booster) with a spin in each mode, listed in stock on the Joie US site.

  • Spin in rear-facing, forward-facing and highback booster modes
  • Headrest and harness adjust together to 15 positions
  • 4 recline positions
  • Seat weight of 29.21 lb
  • Manual PDF not opened
Ask the meadow

4Ever DLX Grad 5-in-1 or matcha spin SI?

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?

4Ever DLX Grad 5-in-1: 24.1 lb. matcha spin SI: 29.2 lb. Neither lists aircraft certification.

What does the extra $30 for the 4Ever DLX Grad 5-in-1 get you?

No extra listed feature from the ones we track (load leg, anti-rebound bar, rotation, flame retardants). Compare fabrics, ease of install, and fit in your car. Both meet the same federal crash standard.

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