Graco SlimFit3 LX vs Maxi-Cosi Pria Max
The SlimFit3 LX lists for $30 less.
Only the differences are shown.
| Graco SlimFit3 LX | Maxi-Cosi Pria Max | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | All-in-one | All-in-one |
| List price | $299.99Lowest price | $329.99 |
| Rear-facing weight | 5–40 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 | 40–100 lb | 40–100 lb |
| Booster height | 43–57 in | 43.4–52 in |
| Seat weight | 19.2 lb | 16.8 lbLightest |
| Width | 16.7 in | Not listed |
| Head rule | Rear-facing: top of 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. | 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 | Head support and body support (on select models) can be used only for children weighing less than 20 lb (9 kg); rear-facing only; 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 | 4 | 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 SlimFit3 LX
A narrow three-mode all-in-one built for tight back seats.
- Only 16.7 in wide
- Light at 19.2 lb
- Cover comes off in about 60 seconds
- Rear-facing limit is 40 lb
- No backless booster mode
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
Ask the meadow
SlimFit3 LX or Pria Max?
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?
SlimFit3 LX: certified for planes, 19.2 lb. Pria Max: certified for planes, 16.8 lb.
What does the extra $30 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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