Graco 4Ever DLX Grad 5-in-1 vs Joie Pepper Spin SI Rotating 4-in-1

The 4Ever DLX Grad 5-in-1 is 1.2 in narrower. The 4Ever DLX Grad 5-in-1 lists for $20 less.

Only the differences are shown.

Graco 4Ever DLX Grad 5-in-1Joie Pepper Spin SI Rotating 4-in-1
TypeAll-in-oneAll-in-one
List price$429.99Lowest price$449.99
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 lb40–120 lb
Booster height43–57 in43–60 in
Seat weight24.1 lbLightest32.4 lb
Width18 inNarrowest19.2 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)LATCH rear-facing (no tether), seat belt (lap/shoulder) rear-facing (no tether), lap belt only rear-facing, seat belt (lap/shoulder) forward-facing + top tether, lap belt only forward-facing + top tether, highback booster: vehicle lap/shoulder belt with lower anchor attachments, backless booster: vehicle lap/shoulder belt
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 Pepper Spin SI Rotating 4-in-1

A 360 degree rotating four-mode seat that goes from rear-facing through harness, high-back booster and backless booster.

  • 360 degree rotation
  • Four recline positions
  • Four modes from 4 to 120 lb
  • Rear-facing stops at 40 lb
Ask the meadow

4Ever DLX Grad 5-in-1 or Pepper Spin SI Rotating 4-in-1?

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 Grad 5-in-1 or the Pepper Spin SI Rotating 4-in-1?

The Joie Pepper Spin SI Rotating 4-in-1: it goes rear-facing, then forward-facing with a harness, then booster, up to 120 lb. The 4Ever DLX Grad 5-in-1 goes rear-facing, then forward-facing with a harness, then booster, up to 100 lb. The Pepper Spin SI Rotating 4-in-1 expires after 10 years.

Which is easier to travel with?

4Ever DLX Grad 5-in-1: 24.1 lb. Pepper Spin SI Rotating 4-in-1: 32.4 lb. Neither lists aircraft certification.

What does the extra $20 for the Pepper Spin SI Rotating 4-in-1 get you?

Per the makers, the Pepper Spin SI Rotating 4-in-1 adds rotation. Both meet the same federal crash standard.

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