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Great Value, would buy again vs the Graco 4ever
We already have the Graco 4ever and purchased this for our second vehicle. They are very similar and we are completely satisfied with this one. The 4ever has a few additional features, but I wouldn't say they are superior: (MySize vs 4ever)
-- 1 cup holder vs 2 (however she can reach it in the MySize and not in the 4ever
-- only 3 recline adjustments vs 6 (I believe you still get the same range of recline, but not the in-between stops)
-- slightly different release latches for the straps - we actually prefer the MySize as it is easier to find and lift up vs pressing down
-- shoulder strap covers extend to go underneath the chest buckle on the MySize vs normal covers on the 4ever. I think the MySize style would be more comfortable with these straps.
-- comfortable head rest cushions on the sides vs a cushion that seemed to push her head forward so I removed.
They both have:
strap slots on the sides to hold the straps while placing the child in
easy headrest/strap adjustments with one quick slide
removable liner for washing - I think the MySize might be a bit easier, though we haven't done it for either yet.
People state the buckle is not long enough on this seat. It is a matter of rethreading the buckle on the bottom side and it is very easy to adjust before you install the seat in your vehicle. I believe people are adjusting the position through the fabric slots only and missing the adjustment on the plastic of the seat. The entire buckle removes and slides through a different slot based on the position so it will remain the same length if you do it correctly. It is sufficiently long if done correctly.
I tried this seat in the store and thought it seemed difficult to adjust the strap length when she was sitting in it, but the new one does not seem to be an issue at all. I'm not sure what causes that. I'll try to update if it becomes an issue.
Going into the purchase, I figured the 4ever would feel superior in the safety as well. This one feels just as safe. The seat fits well in the vehicle, and does not wiggle around. I've heard others mention (about other seats - Milestone in particular) that the top of their carseat can wiggle because the base is narrow or a pedestal style, but this is not the case. The seat is low on the base and the base is wide.
If we were buying again, we would go with the MySize again over the 4ever because the extra money doesn't seem to give you any valuable features and I actually think this one will be more comfortable for her. (shoulder strap covers going underneath the chest buckle, headrest cushion seems to fit better, and can reach the cup holder)
January 2017 · Baby Products · verified purchase