Nuna RAVA vs Peg Perego Primo Viaggio Convertible Kinetic
The RAVA rear-faces up to 50 lb, versus 45 lb. The Primo Viaggio Convertible Kinetic lists for $30.01 less.
Only the differences are shown.
| Nuna RAVA | Peg Perego Primo Viaggio Convertible Kinetic | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| List price | $480 | $449.99Lowest price |
| Rear-facing weight | 5–50 lbHighest rear-facing limit | 5–45 lb |
| Rear-facing height | 18–49 in | Up to 47 in |
| Forward-facing weight | 30–65 lb | 26.5–65 lb |
| Forward-facing height | 34–49 in | Up to 49 in |
| Seat weight | 27.9 lb | 24.4 lbLightest |
| Width | 19 in | Not listed |
| Head rule | Not listed | Use rear facing if head is at least one inch below headrest edge. Use forward facing if head is no more than one inch above headrest edge. |
| Newborn insert | Infant insert for a child between 5–11 lb; 'You MUST use the infant insert if the harness straps are positioned ABOVE the child’s shoulders and child weighs between 5–11 lb.' | Infant Cushion: for use in rear facing mode only; must be removed in forward facing mode. Product page: removable cushion for newborns to be used until the baby reaches 22lbs. |
| Installation | vehicle lap/shoulder belt, lower anchor belt, vehicle lap belt | LATCH, seat belt |
| Load leg | No | No |
| Anti-rebound bar | No | Yes |
| Rotates | No | No |
| Harness heights | 10 | 10 |
| Recline positions | 10 | Not listed |
| Aircraft label | Certified for aircraft, per the maker | Certified for aircraft, per the maker |
| No added flame retardants | Yes | Yes |
| Expires after | 10 years | 10 years |
Nuna RAVA
A steel-framed convertible that rear-faces to 50 lb and forward-faces to 65 lb.
- High 50 lb rear-facing limit
- Maker says it is free of added flame retardants
- FAA certified per maker
- Heavy at about 28 lb
- Wide at 19 in
Peg Perego Primo Viaggio Convertible Kinetic
The Kinetic version adds side-impact pods and an anti-rebound bar to the Primo Viaggio Convertible.
- Anti-rebound bar
- Kinetic pods for side impact
- FAA certified per maker
- Maker pages list no height limits
- About 3 lb heavier than the base model
RAVA or Primo Viaggio Convertible Kinetic?
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?
RAVA: certified for planes, 27.9 lb. Primo Viaggio Convertible Kinetic: certified for planes, 24.4 lb.
What does the extra $30.01 for the RAVA 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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