Graco SnugRide SnugFit Elite vs Graco SnugRide SnugFit LX

Side-by-side specs from each maker.

Only the differences are shown.

	Graco SnugRide SnugFit Elite	Graco SnugRide SnugFit LX
Type	Infant car seat	Infant car seat
Rear-facing weight	4–30 lb	4–30 lb
Rear-facing height	Up to 32 in	Up to 30 in
Seat weight	9.8 lb	9 lbLightest
Base weight	Not listed	7.4 lb
Width	Not listed	17.5 in
Head rule	Not listed	Top of Head MUST BE AT LEAST 1" (2.5 cm) BELOW the Top of the Car Seat
Newborn insert	Not listed	Body support (accessory on select models): 'The body support can ONLY be used for infants 12 lb (5 kg) or less.' Buckle can be shortened for low birth weight infants (minimum weight 4 lb).
Installation	SnugLock with seat belt, LATCH (InRight LATCH)	SnugLock technology with vehicle seat belt, LATCH (InRight LATCH)
Anti-rebound bar	Yes	Yes
Recline positions	Not listed	5
Works with strollers	Graco strollers and infant car seat bases via one-step connection	Graco strollers (attaches with a one-step secure connection)
Handle in the car	Not listed	Handle Has 4 Positions (A-D). 'Carry handle MUST be upright in position A when carrying. Handle can be in any position when used in the vehicle.'
Aircraft label	Not listed	Certified for aircraft, per the maker
Expires after	Not listed	7 years

A higher trim Graco infant carrier with an anti-rebound bar, SnugLock install and an all-weather boot. Rated 4-30 lb and up to 32 in.

Rear-facing-only infant seat from Graco with SnugLock installation, an anti-rebound bar and an adjustable base.

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SnugRide SnugFit Elite or SnugRide SnugFit LX?

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SnugRide SnugFit Elite: 9.8 lb. SnugRide SnugFit LX: certified for planes, 9 lb.

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