Inspired by Drive Spirit Spica vs Safety 1st Dreamride infant car bed IC238

The Spirit Spica holds up to 130 lb; the Dreamride infant car bed IC238, 20 lb, per the makers.

Only the differences are shown.

Inspired by Drive Spirit SpicaSafety 1st Dreamride infant car bed IC238
TypeAdaptive car seat, car bed, or vestAdaptive car seat, car bed, or vest
PriceInspired by Drive site: 'Starting at $1,654.97Safety 1st site: $209.99 USD
How to get it (maker)Usually through a medical equipment dealer with a prescriptionNot listed
Model numberCSS-2400-SPICA, CSS-2401-SPICAIC238LTG
Min. weight25 lb5 lb
Max. weight130 lb20 lb
Max. height66 inNot listed
SizesCSS-2400-SPICA = Plus-M without seat depth extender (29 lb); CSS-2401-SPICA = Plus-L with seat depth extender (33 lb); overall width 21.5 in, back height 28 in, seat depth 12 in / 16 inBabies 19 in to 26 in long, per the maker
DimensionsOverall width 21.5, back height 28, seat depth 12 (M) or 16 (L)Not listed
PrescriptionNot listedLabel: use only if a doctor prescribes it
What's included2 positioning wedges, 13.25 x 7.75 x 4.75 in3-point harness with push-button buckle, harness adjusts from rear of shell, contoured molded shell with removable pad, LATCH equipment
Maker's warningsdesigned to accommodate a spica cast; low and wide side profile.Use only if prescribed by a licensed physician.' and 'Please consult your child's licensed physician before making any transportation system options.

Inspired by Drive Spirit Spica

Low, wide car seat that the maker says is designed to accommodate a spica cast, with positioning wedges.

  • Includes two wedges
  • No age limit stated

Safety 1st Dreamride infant car bed IC238

Side-facing infant car bed with a 3-point harness, sold by the maker with a prescription requirement.

  • 5 to 20 lb and 19 to 26 in limits
  • No product weight or dimensions
  • No care instructions