Graco Atlas 65 Booster – Most Cost-Effective Car Seat For 4-Year-Old
You can obtain the Graco Atlas 65 in two colors, and use it with or without the detachable harness. It is easy to adjust, allowing you to tune both the harness and the headrest with just one motion.
This seat has been tested for side impacts and features a steel frame that will provide you with years of service. The 5-point harness provides safety for your little ones, while the booster adds stability and comfort during riding. If you are buying this for your 4-year old, you should use it as a belt-positioning booster.
It comes with the latch that installs conveniently with all vehicle types. The headrest is protective and comfy, and also allows you to adjust it (the headrest) with its simple system. The harness has its own dedicated storage, allowing your child to get in and out of the seat without frustration.
The belt features open loop design, allowing your child to buckle themselves and learn about car safety from a young age. The headrest features 10-point adjustment system, ensuring that kids of all age and height can use the seat.
The seat has two cup holders, which your child can use to store snacks and a bottle of their favorite drink. And when your child overgrows the harness system, they can easily use the car’s belt system to continue their journey through childhood safe and worry-free.
The seat is quite massive, but not heavy. And while the latch is simple and easy to use, it does feel somewhat cheap. Also, this seat does lack the padding of some other more expensive and high-end seats on our list. But that aside, you should still go for it if you are looking for the most cost-effective item on our list.
Pros
- Easy to install and adjust
- Comfortable (some padding)
- Extra durable and safe
- Machine-washable material
Cons
- Massive (in width and height)
- The latch system feels somewhat cheap
Chicco KidFit Booster – Best Booster-Only Car Seat For 4-Year-Old
The KidFit Booster is inexpensive, comfortable and easy to adjust. You can buy it in four different color combinations, and it is fit for kids between 30 and 110 lbs. This feat has no harness, and you can only use it for older kids four years or older.
This seat features something called DuoZone technology that protects your child from head and body side impacts. It has ten adjustable positions, meaning that you can adjust it as your child keeps growing. The seat is easy to adjust and is very versatile when it comes to hight and latch adjusting.
This seat features a removable backrest. What this means is that you can use it both as a backless and high-back seat. The backless booster is ideal for older kids because it gives them support and freedom to enjoy the ride. The Chicco KidFit booster is also the only seat that features foldable cup holders, allowing you to put them away when not in use.
The seat is very comfortable thanks to the ErgoBoost high-end padding. It also features mild contoured design style, thus ensuring that your child is protected and comfortable on all sides. Both the padding and armrest covers are machine-washable.
The only issue we have with this seat is that its belt adjusting system can be tricky to use. The belt is thick and sturdy, but it is also much more difficult to pull, especially for a kid. That aside, you should definitely go for Chico if you need booster only for your 4-year-old.
Pros
- Space-saving cup holder design (enclosed)
- Lightweight and compact
- Value for money
- Can be used in backless mode
- Foam padding for extra comfort
Cons
- The belt system can be challenging at times
Evenflo Maestro Car Seat – Most Cost-Effective Car Seat For 4-Year-Old
Evenflo is by far the most cost-effective item on our list. You can buy it in three colors, and you can buy it with or without a matching mat. It is fit for kids between 22 and 100 pounds and can be used in harness or booster modes.
It has a quality and easy to use latch system, allowing you to install it and use in multiple vehicles with ease. It is very lightweight and compact, perfect if you are seeking the inexpensive seat for a smaller car. The seat has passed all the required testing for side impacts.
You can use the built-in 5-point harness system for younger kids and then switch to vehicles belt system as your child grows. The belt path (for the vehicle’s belt) is smooth and non-obstructed, allowing your child to buckle the seatbelt without too much effort.
It also has built-in cup holders that can be used for storing snacks and drinks. The armrest sturdy but soft on the top, allowing your kid to rest its hands and enjoy the ride. While it is safe and compact, the Evenflo Maestro car seat does lack comfort. It is padded, but not as padded as some other more expensive units on our list.
We do, however, like the fact that the harness adjusts on the front with a simple pulling mechanism. You also have two crotch positions and four shoulder point for adjusting, ensuring that your child stays “fixed” even as it grows. If you are looking for a balance between price, comfort, and safety, we suggest that you go for this seat.
Pros
- Easy-to-use latch system
- Adjustable and fit for growing child
- Exceptionally cost-effective
- Safe and reliable
Cons
- Having more padding wouldn’t hurt
- The straps are somewhat hard to tighten
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