Graco Turn2Me 3-in-1 vs Maxi-Cosi Kani 4-in-1

The Kani 4-in-1 lists for $20 less.

Only the differences are shown.

Graco Turn2Me 3-in-1Maxi-Cosi Kani 4-in-1
TypeAll-in-oneAll-in-one
List price$399.99$379.99Lowest price
Rear-facing weight4–40 lb5–40 lb
Rear-facing heightUp to 49 in19–40 in
Forward-facing weight26.5–65 lb30–65 lb
Forward-facing heightUp to 49 in34.4–49 in
Booster weight40–100 lb40–100 lb
Booster height43–57 in43.4–57 in
Seat weight20 lbNot listed
Width19.13 inNot listed
Head ruleRear-facing: whose 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. Backless: the top of your child's ears should never be above the top of the vehicle seat back or vehicle headrest.
Newborn insertThe head support and body support MUST be used together; use only in the rear-facing mode; body support must be used if shoulders are below the lowest harness setting.Head pillow and body pillow, optional, rear-facing mode only; must be used together (manual).
InstallationLATCH, seat belt (SnugLock)1-click LATCH connectors
Load legNoNo
Anti-rebound barNoNo
RotatesYesNo
Harness heights1010
Recline positions45
Aircraft labelCertified for aircraft, per the makerCertified for aircraft, per the maker
No added flame retardantsNot listedYes
Expires after10 years10 years

Graco Turn2Me 3-in-1

A three-mode all-in-one whose seat turns 180 degrees toward the door when rear-facing.

  • Rotates 180 degrees for loading
  • SnugLock install in about a minute
  • Starts at 4 lb
  • Heavy at 30 lb
  • Rear-facing limit is 40 lb

Maxi-Cosi Kani 4-in-1

  • Maker lists 1-click LATCH connectors
  • Maker lists 10-position QuikFit headrest and harness and 5 recline positions
  • Maker states 'Aircraft Use: Yes'
Ask the meadow

Turn2Me 3-in-1 or Kani 4-in-1?

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?

Turn2Me 3-in-1: certified for planes, 20 lb. Kani 4-in-1: certified for planes.

What does the extra $20 for the Turn2Me 3-in-1 get you?

Per the makers, the Turn2Me 3-in-1 adds rotation. Both meet the same federal crash standard.

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