Britax Phases vs Graco Merge

The Phases is 0.9 lb lighter.

Britax PhasesList price not published
Graco MergeList price not published

Only the differences are shown.

Britax PhasesGraco Merge
Weight19.6 lbLightest20.5 lb
Folded size22.5 × 23 × 39.8 in11.9 cu ftNot listed
Open size36 × 23 × 45.5 inNot listed
Seat holds up to50 lb50 lb
From birth?Yes, seat lies flatNot listed
One-hand foldNot listedYes
Converts to a doubleNoNo
BasketLarge storage basket10 lb
Car seatsBritax Arbor (DuoConnect, no adapters)Graco SnugRide infant car seats (not GoMax) per Graco compatibility list
In the boxParent organizer, bumper bar, child tray (TS includes Arbor seat + StayTight base)Removable child's tray, parent cup holder
Sold as a travel systemPhases Travel System (Arbor infant seat)Merge Travel System (SnugRide Lite DLX) / Merge 360 Travel System
Warranty1 year1 year
Wheels and suspensionNot listedAll four wheels rotate 360 degrees at push of a button
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Phases or Merge?

Answers come from each maker's published specs. Safety and health questions link to the agency or medical source.

Which is lighter, the Phases or the Merge?

The Britax Phases weighs 19.6 lb, 0.9 lb less than the Graco Merge (20.5 lb).

Which one lasts longer?

Both seats hold up to 50 lb.

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