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Chicco · Car Seats

Chicco KeyFit 35 Infant Car Seat

Easy, level installs with a rear-facing infant fit. Great if you want a well-reviewed infant seat that clicks into a base and many strollers, and is easy to install correctly.

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Where it ranks in our shortlists

Buy it if
You want a well-reviewed infant seat that clicks into a base and many strollers, and is easy to install correctly.
Skip it if
You want one seat to last from birth to booster; a convertible seat costs less over time.
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Best for
Newborns and infants
Stand-out feature
Easy, level installs with a rear-facing infant fit
Typical US price
$230–$280

Is the Chicco KeyFit 35 Infant Car Seat worth buying?

Yes, for most people. It is the right buy if you want a well-reviewed infant seat that clicks into a base and many strollers, and is easy to install correctly. We score it 8.9 out of 10.

A fair price to pay

$230–$280

Usual price range in the US. At or below $230 is a good deal. Paying more than the top of the range? Check another store, or wait for a sale.

Want to spend less?

Graco TurboBooster Highback Booster Seat

Usually $50–$80. Pick it if your child has outgrown the forward-facing harness limits and needs help fitting the adult seat belt.

Before you check out

  • Buy from the store itself or the brand’s official shop, so the manufacturer warranty applies.
  • Match the exact model name. Older or regional versions are often listed under a similar name.
  • Check the return window and who pays for returns before you order.
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Pros and cons

Pros

  • Bubble level and spring-loaded leveling foot help a correct install
  • Rear-facing from 4 to 35 lb
  • Anti-rebound bar on the base
  • Clicks into Chicco strollers

Cons

  • Outgrown in the first year or two
  • Heavier to carry than some rivals

Key specifications

Rear-facing4–35 lb, up to 32 in
StandardCertified to FMVSS 213
ExpiryPrinted on the seat label

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