Joie Mint Latch vs Maxi-Cosi Mico Pro+
The Mint Latch lists for $20 less.
Only the differences are shown.
| Joie Mint Latch | Maxi-Cosi Mico Pro+ | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Infant car seat | Infant car seat |
| List price | $299.99Lowest price | $319.99 |
| Rear-facing weight | 4–30 lb | 4–30 lb |
| Rear-facing height | Up to 30 in | Up to 32 in |
| Seat weight | 9.3 lb | Not listed |
| Head rule | The top of the child's head must be at least 1 in. (2.5 cm) below the top of the child restraint. | 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 | No | Yes |
| Newborn insert | Infant insert: can be used as necessary to provide a snug fit for babies under 11 lb. (5 kg); low birth weight pillow inside the insert for smaller babies. | Infant head support ('You may remove it for bigger infants') and body pillow; manual gives no weight limit |
| Installation | Rigid Lower Anchor Attachments, Lap/Shoulder Belt, Lap Belt ONLY | LATCH (base), baseless (taxi mode belt guides) |
| Load leg | No | Yes |
| Anti-rebound bar | Not listed | No |
| Rotates | No | No |
| Works with strollers | Joie strollers or appropriate Joie adapters designed for use | Select Maxi-Cosi strollers |
| Handle in the car | Joie recommends to have the handle in the carry position when in the vehicle. (Handle has locked positions plus one convenience position that does not lock.) | The carry handle MUST be upright AND locked when carrying and when installed in the vehicle. |
| Aircraft label | Certified for aircraft, per the maker | Certified for aircraft, per the maker |
| No added flame retardants | Not listed | Yes |
| Expires after | 7 years | 8 years |
Joie Mint Latch
- Maker manual lists rigid lower anchor, lap/shoulder belt and lap belt installs
- Maker states certified for airplane use
- Manual lists a 7-year limit counted from original purchase
- Manual does not list carrier weight or dimensions
Maxi-Cosi Mico Pro+
A step up from the Mico Pro that adds an anti-rotation load leg on the base. It also has a ventilated shell and a flip-out canopy extension.
- Anti-rotation load leg on base
- Ventilated shell and canopy
- Base has three adjustment positions
- Costs $100 more than the Mico Pro
- 30 lb maximum
Ask the meadow
Mint Latch or Mico Pro+?
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?
Mint Latch: certified for planes, 9.3 lb. Mico Pro+: certified for planes, installs without a base.
What does the extra $20 for the Mico Pro+ get you?
Per the makers, the Mico Pro+ adds a load leg, no added flame retardants. Both meet the same federal crash standard.
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