Diono Radian 3R SafePlus

The Diono Radian 3R SafePlus rear-faces up to 50 lb, forward-faces up to 65 lb, and is 17 in wide, per Diono. All-in-one 3-across seat from Diono; the maker describes the SafePlus version as having 15 upgrades over the Radian 3R.

  • $259.99List price
  • 50 lbRear-facing to
  • 65 lbHarness to
  • 120 lbBooster to

When does it expire?

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Radian 3R SafePlus: key facts

  • The Diono Radian 3R SafePlus rear-faces from 4 to 50 lb and 18 to 44 in tall; forward-faces with a harness from 26.5 to 65 lb; works as a booster from 40 to 120 lb, per Diono.
  • Diono says it expires 10 years after the date of manufacture.
  • It's 17 in wide at the widest point and weighs 29.3 lb.

From Diono's published specs. Always follow the limits on your seat's labels.

How the Radian 3R SafePlus stacks up

Against the 57 all-in-one car seats we track. The shaded band is where the middle half of them fall; the dot is this one.

Expiration10 years

The same as most all-in-one car seats (10 years).

This one
9 yearsmiddle 10 years12 years
Rear-facing limit50 lbHighest rear-facing limit of 57 all-in-one car seats

Above the 40 lb most all-in-one car seats list.

This one
40 lbmiddle 40 lb50 lb
Width17 in4th narrowest of 33

Below the typical range for all-in-one car seats (18.3 in to 19.5 in).

This one
16.7 inmiddle 19 in21.5 in
Weight29.3 lb27th lightest of 35

Within the typical range for all-in-one car seats (20 lb to 29.3 lb).

This one
12.2 lbmiddle 25.2 lb35 lb
Price$259.9920th lowest price of 54

Within the typical range for all-in-one car seats ($229.99 to $399.99).

This one
$99middle $319.99$799.95

What sets the Radian 3R SafePlus apart

Measured against the 57 all-in-one car seats we compare, from each maker's published specs.

  • Highest rear-facing limitof the 57 all-in-one car seats with it published: 50 lb
  • Anti-rebound bar7 of the 56 all-in-one car seats with this listed have it
  • 4th narrowestof the 33 all-in-one car seats with it published: 17 in
  • Weight: 29.3 lbin the middle half of the 35 all-in-one car seats that publish it (20 lb to 29.3 lb)

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Listed features

  • Maker states it fits 3-across and includes a steel anti-rebound bar
  • Maker lists a 12-position headrest
  • Maker lists 'FAA approved for airline use'

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good to know
  • Check for recalls: Search the agency's recall list with the model number and date code from the label: NHTSA recall search.
  • Car seat use and installation: see NHTSA's car seat page, which also lists free car seat inspection by certified technicians. Check the label and the maker's instructions, and ask your pediatrician about your child.

Full specs

Diono Radian 3R SafePlus
TypeAll-in-one
List price$259.99
Rear-facing weight4–50 lb
Rear-facing height18–44 in
Forward-facing weight26.5–65 lb
Booster weight40–120 lb
Seat weight29.3 lb
Width17 in
Anti-rebound barYes
Expires after10 years

Compare the Radian 3R SafePlus with

How each closest rival differs from the Radian 3R SafePlus, from the makers' specs.

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Radian 3R SafePlus: questions answered

From Diono's published specs, last checked 2026-11-06.

Does the Diono Radian 3R SafePlus rear-face longer than other all-in-one seats?

Yes. Its 50 lb rear-facing limit is the highest of the 70 all-in-one seats we track, tied with 14.

Will the Diono Radian 3R SafePlus fit three across or in a small car?

It's narrower than 86% of the all-in-one seats we track, at 17 in. The narrowest is the Chicco Fit3x ClearTex Ultra-Slim All-in-One at 16.7 in. Fit depends on your vehicle; check each seat's manual and your vehicle manual. Car seat use and installation: see NHTSA's car seat page, which also lists free car seat inspection by certified technicians. Check the label and the maker's instructions, and ask your pediatrician about your child.

Radian 3R SafePlus or Extend2Fit 3-in-1: what's different?

By the makers' specs, the Radian 3R SafePlus has an anti-rebound bar; the Radian 3R SafePlus lists for $10 less. See every spec side by side.

Is it OK to buy a used Radian 3R SafePlus?

NHTSA publishes guidance on used car seats on its car seat page. Diono lists a lifespan of 10 years from manufacture for this model. Check the label and the maker's instructions, and ask your pediatrician about your child.

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Where these specs come from

Last checked 2026-11-06. Spot something wrong? Tell us. Read our editorial and safety policy and corrections.