Graco SnugRide SnugLock LX vs Safety 1st OnBoard Slide
The OnBoard Slide lists for $10 less.
Only the differences are shown.
| Graco SnugRide SnugLock LX | Safety 1st OnBoard Slide | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Infant car seat | Infant car seat |
| List price | $279.99 | $269.99Lowest price |
| Rear-facing weight | 4–30 lb | 4–30 lb |
| Rear-facing height | Up to 32 in | Up to 32 in |
| Seat weight | 8 lb | Not listed |
| Width | 15.51 in | Not listed |
| Head rule | Not listed | The top of your child's head MUST be at least 1 in. (2.5 cm) below the top of the car seat. |
| Base included | Not listed | Yes |
| Newborn insert | Not listed | Head pillow and body pillow; must be used together; manual gives no weight limit |
| Installation | SnugLock with seat belt, LATCH (InRight LATCH) | rigid LATCH, vehicle belt with built-in lock-off |
| Load leg | Not listed | No |
| Anti-rebound bar | Not listed | No |
| Rotates | Not listed | No |
| Harness heights | Not listed | 4 |
| Recline positions | 4 | Not listed |
| Works with strollers | Click Connect Graco strollers; see Graco's compatibility chart | All Safety 1st modular and traditional strollers |
| Handle in the car | Not listed | The carry handle MUST be upright AND locked when carrying and when installed in the vehicle. |
| Aircraft label | Not listed | Certified for aircraft, per the maker |
| Expires after | 7 years | 8 years |
Graco SnugRide SnugLock LX
A narrow Graco infant carrier with SnugLock install and TrueShield side-impact padding. Rated 4-30 lb and up to 32 in.
- Narrow at about 15.5 in
- Carrier about 8 lb
- SnugLock install in under a minute (per Graco)
- 30 lb limit
- Priced at $279.99
Safety 1st OnBoard Slide
An infant carrier whose base slides about 8 inches toward the door, to ease loading and reduce reaching.
- Base slides toward the door, including from the middle seat
- Rigid LATCH and belt lock-off
- Fits Safety 1st strollers
- List price $269.99
- 30 lb maximum
Ask the meadow
SnugRide SnugLock LX or OnBoard Slide?
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?
SnugRide SnugLock LX: 8 lb. OnBoard Slide: certified for planes.
What does the extra $10 for the SnugRide SnugLock LX 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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