Chicco KeyFit

The Chicco KeyFit $160 The KeyFit will safely accommodate an infant from 4-22 pounds (because it has a removable newborn insert) and as tall as 30”. It has a 5 point safety harness with one hand adjustability, is lined with EPS side impact energy absorbing safety foam and although it did well in the most recent Consumer Reports testing it failed when it came to the LATCH system test (so use it with your car seat belt.)

This seat is Italian, so I’m not surprised that they’ve used Italian woven fabrics to make the thick padding look good, but the designers really did their homework when they created a leveling foot to allow for an uneven back seat and they also added a smooth underside to protect your car’s upholstery.

Parents are saying positive things about the ability to leave the carry comfort grip handle in its upright position when they’re driving, since most other car seats require them to put it down. They also seem to like the easy to adjust straps.

This seat is compatible with the Chicco Cortina stroller and weighs in at 9 pounds, which is a bit more than most.