Chicco Keyfit 30 VS Nextfit Infant Car Seats

Chicco is certainly a well-known and trusted infant car seat brand. This Italian company has been making car seats for 60 years.

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The design of Chicco’s Keyfit 30 differs from NextFit. The Keyfit 30 is first and foremost a safe infant car seat with a simple design. Also, the car seat is ideal for quick movements. NextFit, on the other hand, is a unique convertible child car seat with a slim-width design. It also has extra legroom and cup holders that the Keyfit 30 lacks. 

While both car seats bear similarities such as travel compatibility and rear-facing direction, their strength lies in their differences. For example, Nextfit makes provision for forward-facing and the Keyfit 30 comes with a base. We further compare the Keyfit 30 and the NextFit in this article.

The Chicco Keyfit 30 v Nextfit Features

Specs	Chicco Keyfit 30	Nextfit
Seat size	27.5″ x 16.5″ x 24″	21” x 19” x 29.2”
Carrier Weight	16.5	24
Maximum weight (lbs)	4-30	12 – 65
Travel system compatibility	Yes	Yes
Useful life	6 years after production	8 years after production
The number of reclining positions	5	9
Seat belt installation	Belt Lock-off	LockSure
Height Adjust Positions	3	9
Material	Foam	Foam

Chicco Keyfit 30

The Chicco Keyfit 30 is a popular car seat. First, for its comfort, then for its convenience. As a rear-facing car seat, it also includes a base that stays in the car. It effortlessly slides into and out of the bottom and fits compatible strollers. Also, the infant car seat is cheap.

Main Advantages

Aside from its affordability, the Chicco Keyfit 30 has other advantages. Firstly, infants weighing 4 to 30 pounds comfortably fit in the seat. Furthermore, it can also accommodate a child up to 30 inches tall. The Keyfit 30’s design also comes with innovative features that make it easy to install. Moreover, the KeyFit 30 is available in various colors and fabrics. With so many options, you can choose one that best meets your preferences and your child’s needs.

• Safety

The Chicco Keyfit 30 certainly performs well under the toughest crush-testing inspection. Additionally, the car seat exceeds the expectations of the set regulations for securing your child. Furthermore, Chicco Keyfit 30 features a five-point adjustable harness with a swift pull keeping the child safe.

• Easy installation

Many car seats are difficult to fit. To clarify, all the belts, clips and straps can be confusing to deal with. However, the KeyFit 30 is designed for easy fitting. Moreover, the Keyfit 30 is easy to level to the base and secure. Additionally, it’s easy to position, tighten, and lock the seat belt using the included connections. But, you can also use the base’s clear belt routing and inbuilt lock-offs.

• Design

Furthermore, as a stylish car seat, it is available in various designs and colors. Additionally, there are multiple fabrics to select from per your needs. Therefore, the KeyFit 30 will be a fashionable addition to your vehicle regardless of the color choice.

Pros

• Simple to clean and maintain
• The buckle is quick and simple to secure and unfasten
• The base is easy to install and secure
• The five-point safety harness is adjustable with one hand by pulling on the bottom belt.

Cons

• Suitable for babies up to 30 pounds

Chicco Nextfit

Another perfect child seat that every parent should consider purchasing is the Chicco NextFit Convertible Car Seat. Firstly, it boasts a ReclineSure 9 Position levelling system, which provides excellent reclining capabilities. This comes in handy for parents on lengthy trips. Additionally, it has a method for finding the proper angle for installing the seat for your baby’s comfort. Therefore, NextFit is one of the best car seats in the market. 

Key strengths

Firstly, Nextfit has advanced safety technology and an innovative cinching system that makes installation easy. In addition, the infant car seat has adjustable positions for the harness, buckle and headrest. Furthermore, the seat cushion is machine washable and easily zips out for cleaning. However, these are not the unique features of Chicco’s NextFit. The infant car seat also features well in:

• Safety

NextFit offers the SuperCinch Latch tightener to parents looking for a secure and tight fit for their children. Consequently, the innovative technology gives you peace of mind that your child is safe in their seat. Furthermore, the one-pull harness tightener improves the safety and speed of installation.

• Extended Leg Room

Compared to most infant car seats, the Chicco NextFit has more legroom. Fortunately, the front of the seat’s shell extends out to provide all the extra legroom. While in the forward-facing position, It also provides additional calf support for the children. Besides quality, Chicco prioritizes the comfort of your child in the NextFit. Additionally, the legroom offers room for your child’s growth throughout its eight-year lifespan.

• Easily Removable Cover

Moreover, the Chicco NextFit car seat cover is removable. It is an easy zip-on and zip-off seat cover. This feature is useful for families with potty training or motion sickness-prone kids. Those who need to wash their covers frequently will also appreciate the zip. This cover is breathable as well as zip-off. The breathable panel promotes airflow and keeps kids cool.

Pros

• Two layers of impact protection
• Removable cup holders
• Simple installation process
• Machine washable cushions
• Federal Aviation Administration approved

Cons

• Slightly heavy

Bottom Line

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While no car seat is perfect, the Chicco NextFit and Keyfit 30 are well-designed infant car seats. Furthermore, the craftsmanship behind the seats is impressive. Nothing about the NextFit appears to be cheap, flimsy or lacking.

On the other hand, the Keyfit 30 leaves no stone unturned in terms of comfort and design. Even though they are heavy and bulky, they are clearly high quality. Therefore, if your child’s comfort is your top priority, either two infant car seats will serve you well.