Graco Extend2Fit Convertible Car Seat

The Graco Extend2Fit is the car seat pediatricians keep recommending, and there's a good reason. It lets your child stay rear-facing up to 50 lbs, which is way beyond what most convertible seats allow. And rear-facing is five times safer in a crash, so the longer you can keep them that way, the better. The secret weapon is the 4-position extension panel at the base. It gives your kid an extra 5 inches of legroom in rear-facing mode, so their legs aren't crammed up against the back seat. Our toddler rode rear-facing until almost 3 in this seat without complaining about leg space. The install is straightforward with either LATCH or seat belt. It passes the one-inch movement test easily when installed correctly. The harness has 10 positions, so you won't need to rethread it as often as cheaper seats. The cup holders are a nice touch for toddlers. It's not the slimmest seat, so fitting three across in a sedan won't happen. But for most families, it's the best value in convertible car seats, period.