Lightweight Car Seats
11 Lightweight Car Seats That Won't Leave Your Arms Feeling Like Jelly
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Anyone who says that the weight of a car seat doesn't matter truly has not experienced the pain of having to maneuver a heavy sleeping baby, groceries, a diaper bag, and more up a flight of stairs. One wrong bump or turn and that sleeping baby is now awake, and don't even get us started on how your arms can feel sore for days.
Even when the baby is older, a lightweight car seat is still important. Traveling, switching from one car to the next, and flying are all made easier with a not-too-heavy option. Here are the 11 best lightweight car seats on the market, because it shouldn't be a struggle to lift your baby.
1 Maxi-Cosi Mico AP
Weighing in at an impressive 8 pounds without the base, Maxi-Cosi Mico AP ($155) is one of the lightest car seats on the market. It features extra padding on the sides and it's compatible with the brand's Quinny stroller.
2 Graco SnugRide Click Connect 35
At 7.5 pounds, the Graco SnugRide Click Connect 35 ($172) is LIGHT! This rear-facing car seat can hold up to 35 pounds, making it a great option for a growing baby. The luxury materials at that low price-point don't hurt, either.
3 Britax B-Safe 35
The Britax B-Safe 35 ($200) weighs only 10 pounds, meaning parents can better focus on their little one than how heavy their arms are feeling after a few minutes of carrying the sea. It can also be brought on airplanes, so traveling with baby is easier.
4 Graco SnugRide Click Connect 30
Cheaper than its premium version, the Graco SnugRide Click Connect 30 ($70) is still a fantastic lightweight option. At 11 pounds, it's only slightly heavier than the Graco SnugRide Click Connect 35, making it a preferable option for parents looking to protect their pocketbooks as well as their arm muscles.
5 Chicco KeyFit 30
The adorable little Chicco KeyFit 30 ($200) is a premium car seat, weighing only 9.6 pounds. While the price tag is steeper than a lot of its competitors, parents will appreciate the quality materials and easy-to-use LATCH system.
6 Peg Perego Primo Viaggio
The priciest option by far, the Peg Perego Primo Viaggio ($291) is the luxury, lightweight option you didn't think you needed. This 11-pound car seat was made in Italy, and features a dual-stage cushion system, geared towards tiny newborns and growing infants.
7 Evenflo Tribute Sport
For a convertible option, the Evenflo Tribute Sport ($57) keeps things light. It's compact size makes it perfect for any vehicle and planes, and at only 13 pounds, parents will appreciate how easy to carry it is.
8 Evenflo SureRide DLX 65
The Evenflo SureRide DLX 65 ($90) is a comfortable 14 pounds, making it a great option for a growing toddler and young child. With a max-child weight of 65 pounds, you'll get a number of years out of this buy.
9 Evenflo Tribute LX
At an impressively low 9.1 pounds, the Evenflo Tribute LX ($55) is remarkably lightweight for a convertible car seat. Made in the USA, this one might be the best option for parents looking to save some money and keep their car seat for years.
10 Cosco Scenera NEXT
This convertible Cosco Scenera NEXT ($45) is only 10 pounds, and works for newborns and older toddlers, giving parents both a rear- and forward-facing option.
11 Nuna 2017 PIPA™ Lite LX Infant Car Seat & Base
The Nuna 2017 PIPA™ Lite LX Infant Car Seat & Base ($400) is incredibly light, weighing only 5.3 pounds. It exceeds American safety standards, and includes top-of-the-line features, including a "true-lock" base installation and aeroflex foam to absorb and diffuse crash impacts.
