Cosco Scenera Next vs J.L. Childress Universal Car Seat Travel Belt
Side-by-side specs from each maker.
Cosco Kids Scenera NEXT Convertible Car SeatList price not published
Only the differences are shown.
| Cosco Kids Scenera NEXT Convertible Car Seat | J.L. Childress Universal Car Seat Travel Belt | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Airplane gear | Airplane gear |
| List price | Not listed | $10.99 |
| Child weight | 5–40 lb | Not listed |
| Child height | 19–43 in | Not listed |
| FAA-approved for aircraft | Yes, per the maker label | Not listed |
| Fits | Not listed | Most forward-facing convertible car seats and high-back booster seats with a top-tether strap |
| Maker's use notes | Rear facing 5-40 lb and 19-40 in. Forward facing 22-40 lb and 29-43 in, child at least 1 year old. Manual says it is certified for aircraft use and an airplane label is on the side of the seat. | Adult use only. Do not use while a child is sitting or riding in the car seat. For forward-facing convertible seats and high-back boosters with a top tether. |
Cosco Scenera Next
A convertible car seat.
- Maker manual states aircraft certification
- Low price tier
- Works rear or forward facing
- Upper limits are modest (40 lb)
J.L. Childress Universal Car Seat Travel Belt
A nylon strap that hooks a car seat's top tether onto a rolling suitcase so you can wheel the seat through the airport. Comes with a drawstring storage pouch.
- Very low price
- Packs into a small pouch
- Works with most tethered forward-facing seats
- Not for use with a child in the seat
- Needs a top-tether strap, so no infant seats