Orbit Baby G5 TCS
The Orbit Baby G5 TCS rear-faces up to 35 lb, forward-faces up to 65 lb, and is 18.5 in wide, per Orbit Baby. A toddler seat from Orbit Baby for kids who can sit up alone, usable rear-facing from 15 to 35 lb and forward-facing from 25 to 65 lb.
- $500List price
- 35 lbRear-facing to
- 65 lbHarness to
- 25 lbSeat weight
G5 TCS: key facts
- The Orbit Baby G5 TCS rear-faces from 15 to 35 lb; forward-faces with a harness from 25 to 65 lb and up to 53 in tall, per Orbit Baby.
- Outgrown by height: "Product page: forward-facing 'their ears must be below the top of the shell and their shoulders below the highest harness slot'; rear-facing 'the shoulders must be at or above the lowest harness height'"
- It installs with LATCH, seat belt or SmartHub base (sold separately, rear-facing).
- It's 18.5 in wide at the widest point and weighs 25 lb.
From Orbit Baby's published specs. Always follow the limits on your seat's labels.
How the G5 TCS stacks up
Against the 39 convertible car seats we track. The shaded band is where the middle half of them fall; the dot is this one.
Below the typical range for convertible car seats (40 lb to 50 lb).
The same as most convertible car seats (65 lb).
Within the typical range for convertible car seats (17 in to 18.9 in).
Within the typical range for convertible car seats (21.6 lb to 27.9 lb).
Above the typical range for convertible car seats ($129.99 to $499.99).
What sets the G5 TCS apart
Measured against the 39 convertible car seats we compare, from each maker's published specs.
- Rotates11 of the 38 convertible car seats with this listed have it
- Rear-facing limit: 35 lbbelow the middle half of the 38 convertible car seats that publish it (40 lb to 50 lb)
- Width: 18.5 inin the middle half of the 28 convertible car seats that publish it (17 in to 18.9 in)
- Weight: 25 lbin the middle half of the 25 convertible car seats that publish it (21.6 lb to 27.9 lb)
Next to its closest matches
- WAYB PicoNext to it, the G5 TCS is 15 lb higher forward-facing limit; 4 in wider; 17 lb heavier.
- Chicco Fit360 Zip ClearTexNext to it, the G5 TCS is 5 lb lower rear-facing limit; 0.3 in wider; 6.3 lb lighter.
- Chicco Fit360 ClearTexNext to it, the G5 TCS is 5 lb lower rear-facing limit; 0.3 in wider; $60 more.
Listed features
- Fits kids up to 53 in
- Fabrics made without added flame retardants
- Can be used on aircraft with seat belt and side impact braces
Worth checking
- Rear-facing limit is only 35 lb
Where to buy the G5 TCS
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- 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
| Orbit Baby G5 TCS | |
|---|---|
| Type | Convertible |
| List price | $500 |
| Rear-facing weight | 15–35 lb |
| Forward-facing weight | 25–65 lb |
| Forward-facing height | Up to 53 in |
| Seat weight | 25 lb |
| Width | 18.5 in |
| Head rule | Product page: forward-facing 'their ears must be below the top of the shell and their shoulders below the highest harness slot'; rear-facing 'the shoulders must be at or above the lowest harness height' |
| Installation | LATCH, seat belt, SmartHub base (sold separately, rear-facing) |
| Load leg | No |
| Rotates | Yes |
| No added flame retardants | Yes |
Compare the G5 TCS with
How each closest rival differs from the G5 TCS, from the makers' specs.
- WAYBPicoforward-facing to 50 lb14.5 in wide$499
- 15 lb lower forward-facing limit
- 4 in narrower
- 17 lb lighter
- ChiccoFit360 Zip ClearTexrear-facing to 40 lbforward-facing to 65 lb$489.99
- 5 lb higher rear-facing limit
- 0.3 in narrower
- 6.3 lb heavier
- ChiccoFit360 ClearTexrear-facing to 40 lbforward-facing to 65 lb$439.99
- 5 lb higher rear-facing limit
- 0.3 in narrower
- $60 less
- ClekFllorear-facing to 50 lbforward-facing to 65 lb$499.99
- 15 lb higher rear-facing limit
- 1.6 in narrower
- $0 less
G5 TCS: questions answered
From Orbit Baby's published specs, last checked 2026-11-06.
Does the Orbit Baby G5 TCS rear-face longer than other convertible seats?
46 of the 50 convertible seats we track rear-face to a higher weight than its 35 lb. The highest is the Axkid One 3 at 65 lb. NHTSA: stay rear-facing "until he or she reaches the top height or weight limit allowed by your car seat's manufacturer." (NHTSA)
Will the Orbit Baby G5 TCS fit three across or in a small car?
It's wider than 68% of the convertible seats we track, at 18.5 in. The narrowest is the WAYB Pico at 14.5 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.
G5 TCS or Pico: what's different?
By the makers' specs, the G5 TCS has a rotating seat; the G5 TCS has no added flame retardants (maker's claim); the Pico lists for $1 less. See every spec side by side.
Is it OK to buy a used G5 TCS?
NHTSA publishes guidance on used car seats on its car seat page. Check the label and the maker's instructions, and ask your pediatrician about your child.
Still wondering? Write to us at hello@cribpicks.com and we'll look it up.
More convertible car seats
- Peg PeregoPrimo Viaggio Convertible Kineticrear-facing to 45 lbforward-facing to 65 lb$449.99
- NunaRAVArear-facing to 50 lbforward-facing to 65 lb$480
- ChiccoFit360 SE ClearTexrear-facing to 40 lbforward-facing to 65 lb$399.99
- NunaRAVA nextrear-facing to 50 lbforward-facing to 65 lb$525
- EvenfloGold Revolve360 Slimrear-facing to 50 lbforward-facing to 65 lb$449.99
- BritaxGalaxy360 Slimrear-facing to 50 lbforward-facing to 65 lb$429.99
Where these specs come from
Last checked 2026-11-06. Spot something wrong? Tell us. Read our editorial and safety policy and corrections.