Inspired by Drive Spirit APS vs Special Tomato MPS Car Seat
Side-by-side specs from each maker.
Only the differences are shown.
| Inspired by Drive Spirit APS | Special Tomato MPS Car Seat | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Adaptive car seat, car bed, or vest | Adaptive car seat, car bed, or vest |
| How to get it (maker) | Maker instructions say to consult your therapist for proper fit of swing-away accessories and to call Inspired by Drive Customer Service. No ordering or insurance wording on that document. | Usually through a medical equipment dealer with a prescription |
| Model number | CSS-2400S, CSS-2400M, CSS-2400L, CSS-2401M, CSS-2401L | Cushion models MS1, MS3, MS5, MS7 (Small); ML1, ML3, ML5, ML7 (Large); back cush |
| Min. weight | 25 lb | 27 lb |
| Max. weight | 130 lb | 130 lb |
| Max. height | 66 in | Not listed |
| Age (maker) | Not listed | Maker target ages by cushion size, from 9 mos to Adult |
| Sizes | S, M, L | Small: seat cushions MS1 (9 mos-3 yrs, 28-37 in), MS3 (2-5 yrs, 32-43 in), MS5 (4-8 yrs, 40-50 in), MS7 (5-9 yrs, 43-52 in), max 80 lb; Large: ML1 (6-9 yrs, 45-58 in), ML3 (8-11 yrs, 48-60 in), ML5 (10-14 yrs, 48-62 in), ML7 (12-Adult, 58 in-Adult), min 51 lb as car seat, max 130 lb. All as maker labels 'target age' and 'target height'. |
| Dimensions | Not listed | Small: overall depth 15.5, width 15, height 30; Large: depth 19, width 18, heigh |
| Standards (maker) | Maker instructions: 'This child restraint conforms to all applicable Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards. | Maker PDF title: 'MPS Car Seat Features: FMVSS213 Compliant, LATCH System |
| Care | spot clean with upholstery shampoo, mild detergent foam or mild dry-cleaning solvent; do not saturate; no abrasive cleansers; do not disassemble the harness; never lubricate the buckle. | Not listed |
| Maker's warnings | Not listed | minimum user weight as a car seat is 27 lb (20 lb overall); max 130 lb; tether strap must be used in a vehicle; 6-year expiration date for use during transportation; not tested for installation directly into a school bus seat. |
Inspired by Drive Spirit APS
Forward-facing adjustable-positioning car seat from Inspired by Drive, in three sizes.
- 25 to 130 lb limits
- Maker instructions are public
- Instructions date from 2017
- No age limit stated
Special Tomato MPS Car Seat
Car seat from Special Tomato in Small and Large with sized cushions, a 27 lb car-seat minimum and a 130 lb maximum.
- Detailed sizing tables from the maker
- The maker lists a 6-year transport expiration
- Complex size and cushion system