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Our Review of the Chicco Key Fit 30 infant car seat
The new and improved Chicco KeyFit infant car seat (dubbed the Chicco KeyFit 30 thanks to its enhanced-to-30 lbs harness) has the same great features of the original KeyFit, but with a higher harness weight capacity. It is recommended that a child stay in a rear facing car seat for at least the first year of his or her life, and this infant seat from Chicco assures that your child will.
The affordable Chicco KeyFit 30 offers a distinct advantage over most rear facing infant car seats, which typically only secure a child up to 22 lbs.
BENEFITS FOR MOM AND DAD
The original Chicco KeyFit was among the Top Rated infant car seats in a recent Consumer Reports study, and remains one of the most popular infant seats on the market. It is easy to use, light, and comes with convenient features that will protect both your baby and your car's seats. The new KeyFit 30 is an enhancement on a proven design, made of the best materials, ensuring that your baby will stay safer for longer.
The old term "more bang for your buck" certainly applies when it comes to the safe, convenient and comfortable KeyFit 30.
Installation
The Chicco KeyFit 30 installs rear facing only, with either LATCH or your vehicle's seat belts. The base of the KeyFit 30 features a one of a kind 1-pull LATCH tightening system that simplifies the entire installation process and ensures a tight fit with every installation. The base of the KeyFit is equipped with a level indicator that clearly displays the proper angle of your car seat. If the angle is a little off, simply adjust the KeyFit 30's foot prop to get the optimum angle.
The carrier of the KeyFit 30 may also be installed without the seat base by using your vehicle safety belts.
Convenience
Like most infant car seats, the KeyFit 30 features a light, detachable carrier and a weighted base. Extra KeyFit 30 bases are available if you have multiple vehicles, and they really are a huge time saver. The one-hand LATCH tightening system of the KeyFit 30 is a real plus because it speeds up installation time and gives you a great fit for the base. In addition, the KeyFit 30 is wrapped in removable, washable fabrics that are simple to clean and care for.
BENEFITS FOR JACK OR JILL
Comfort is key with Chicco (which is pronounced "Key-ko", btw).The new KeyFit 30 features the same deluxe fabrics as the original KeyFit, thick padding and all. The included infant insert fills in the gaps for newborns and infants, providing them with extra comfort while leaving the seat room to grow. And don't forget, the KeyFit 30 is rear facing to 30 lbs, so you can keep your young one in the safest position possible (rear facing) well past the limits of the average infant car seat.
Comfort
Didn't we already discuss how comfortable this car seat is? To reiterate: the well-padded seat of the KeyFit 30 is wrapped in soft and comfortable fabrics, and equipped with shoulder pads and a 5-point harness that adjusts easily to get the perfect fit. The harness adjusts with just a single pull, and the infant insert pillow may stay in place until your child reaches 10-11 lbs.
Safety
- The Chicco KeyFit 30 is fully FMVSS 213 Certified
The KeyFit 30 is also one of the safer infant seats on the market, thanks to the extended harness weight capacity. The seat is lined with impact absorbing EPS foam, and tested amongst the very best in a recent Consumer Reports study. This truly is one of the best, safest car seats available today, in part because it is extra easy to install correctly each and every time. Chicco spared no expense in designing a top-quality, user friendly infant car seat.
COMPARISONS
The closest competitor to the Chicco KeyFit 30 would be the Graco Safe Seat (Step 1) - the first infant seat to that works rear facing until a child is 30 lbs. Both seats have comparable weights, features, and price – but the Chicco KeyFit 30 offers a larger sun canopy and comes in more stylish color selections.
If you'd like all the benefits of the Chicco KeyFit 30, PLUS a matching stroller that is fully compatible with the KeyFit, check out the Chicco Cortina Key Fit 30 Travel System – it's a KeyFit 30 and a Chicco Cortina Stroller in a single package.
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Car seat specs
- Rear-facing weight range
- 4 - 30 lbs.
- Min child weight
- 4 lbs.
- Max child weight
- 30 lbs.
- Rear-facing minimum weight
- 4 lbs.
- Max child weight - Rear Facing mode
- 30 lbs.
- Max harness weight capacity
- 30 lbs.
- Max child height
- 30"
- Max 5-pt harness child height capacity
- 30"
- Installed w/o Base?
- Y
Car seat dimensions
- Product weight
- 16.4 lbs.
- Seat Base / Foot Width
- 17"
- Seat height
- 24"
- Seat weight (without base)
- 9 lbs.
- Base weight (without seat)
- 7.4 lbs.
- 5-point harness with one-pull adjustment
- Compatible with Cortina and C1 strollers
- Centrally located tightening strap to easily secure seat in place
- Spring-loaded leveling foot
- Liquid level indicators to insure correct installation and placement of base
- Angled base fits into seat more securely, increasing safety
- Full hood
- Height adjustable platform
- Finely woven fabric
- Soft infant insert for the youngest children
Specifications:
- Compatible with Chicco Cortina and C1 Strollers
- Accomodates children weighing up to 30 lbs. and 33 inches
- Newborn insert for children weighing from 4 to 11 pounds
- Sealed underside protects car seats and keeps debris out
- Double bubble-level guides
Chicco Key Fit 30 infant car seat Reviews
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Love my Key Fit 30!
great seat won't last until 30 pounds
Wonderful car seat, great service
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