This car seat is super safe, comfortable, and easy to install. The ClearTex fabric is a huge plus—soft, breathable, and free of added flame retardants. I love the added zip-off canopy, and the padding is cozy for newborns and growing babies. I love the rebound bar for more stability and leg room, and installation on the go without the base is easy and feels secure.
However, it's on the heavier side, I think about 10lbs. My baby is only 16lbs and I struggle to carry him in it. On the…
KeyFit Max Zip ClearTex Infant Car Seat
$
299.99
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color
Sierra
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Overview
Highlights
- Includes infant car seat & base
- For 4-30 lbs
- GREENGUARD Gold Certified
Description
This Chicco infant car seat offers more headrest height and legroom for extended rear-facing use. It also comes with a machine-washable, zip-off seat pad for easier cleanup.
Made with ClearTex flame retardant-free materials, the KeyFit Max Zip ClearTex is also GREENGUARD Gold Certified for low chemical emissions, contributing to healthier air quality around baby.
The one-hand carry handle adjustment easily moves the handle out of the way, providing easy access to get baby in and out of the car seat. The UPF 50+ canopy features a zip-open, full-coverage privacy shield.
A 5-position Easy-Extend Headrest System raises with the harness to accommodate growth up to 32” tall, allowing you to keep baby in the same rear-facing car seat longer.
The integrated anti-rebound bar provides added stability for every ride while offering extended legroom. A removable, ergonomic newborn positioner provides added support for infants weighing 4-11 lbs.
The car seat carrier clicks effortlessly into the included stay-in-car car seat base and compatible Chicco strollers for easy, streamlined travel.
Premium LATCH connectors and a SuperCinch Force-Multiplying LATCH Tightener help achieve a secure fit with a fraction of the effort. One-hand ReclineSure spring-loaded leveling foot works in tandem with RideRight bubble levels for a proper car seat angle. The LockSure steel-reinforced belt system also helps with a secure installation with the vehicle belt.
When traveling or on-the-go, integrated European belt routing provides 3-points of contact for a secure, carrier-only install.
What we about it
Made with ClearTex flame retardant-free materials.
Details
- For 4-30 lbs and up to 32”
- 28.75”L x 17”W x 24”H
- Product weight: 18.5 lbs with base (approx. 10 lbs without the base)
- ClearTex flame retardant-free materials
- GREENGUARD Gold Certified for low chemical emissions
- Maximizes rear-facing use with more headrest height & legroom
- Easy-adjust handle lowers and raises with one hand for easy access
- Easy-Extend Headrest System with no-rethread harness grows with children up to 32”” tall
- Integrated anti-rebound bar provides added stability and extended legroom
- Clicks securely into compatible Chicco strollers for travel system convenience
- UPF 50+ canopy with zip-open mesh panel and zip-open, full coverage privacy shield
- Removable ergonomic newborn positioner & quick-remove seat pad
- LockSure steel-reinforced seatbelt locking system
- Integrated belt routing for carrier-only installation
- Manufacturer’s warranty: 1 year limited
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Customer reviews
10 Ratings
10 Reviews
Great for newborn
Apr 21, 2025
Nice car seat
The car seat seems quite sturdy, and the base is very convenient. The fabric and newborn insert feel soft to the touch, and the quality seems to be good. The installation process took us about 30 minutes because we are first-time parents. Overall, we are very pleased with this car seat.
Apr 15, 2025
Easy to use
This car seat was so easy to install, and took no time to get in and out of the car. I noticed that it was comfortable to hold as well and didn't strain my arm when carrying it. The texture of the fabric feels soft and breathable. I just love how effortless it felt to remove, making it super easy for travel.
Apr 14, 2025
Overall great carseat!
Overall it is a nice car seat. Not too heavy to carry, love the full privacy canopy, feels very cushioned and safe for our baby. I thought the handle felt like it was getting stuck on the canopy when you were moving it up and down. It is great having the option to install without a base for travel purposes.
Apr 14, 2025
Fantastic Product
We got this as an extra car seat for our newborn daughter. I love the material and overall design. It was so easy to install and works perfectly with the Chicco stroller that we already have. The built-in canopy is a must have feature; no more remembering to bring a separate cover, or trying to keep a blanket overtop during winter weather. This has quickly become our primary car seat and we are so glad to have it!
Apr 10, 2025
Great car seat
We had the KeyFit Cleartex 35 previously and this is such a nice upgrade! I immediately noticed how much more comfortable it looked. I really love the privacy feature - it’s easy to get on with a simple design. I also love the vent in the back, especially when the privacy shield is down so that my baby doesn’t get too hot. Would recommend this!
Apr 7, 2025
Exactly What We Were Looking For
Perfect, exactly what we were looking for! Easy to install and works with the keyfit system. We're very happy with it!
Apr 7, 2025
Amazing Infant Car Seat
We got this a few weeks ago as first-time parents, and it made installation incredibly easy and stress-free. We were initially nervous about choosing a brand, but after a lot of research, we kept coming back to Chicco—and we’re so glad we did! This car seat fits perfectly into our Chicco Bravo stroller and was a seamless fit in both of our vehicles. Highly recommend to friends and family!
Apr 7, 2025
Can’t ever go wrong with Chicco
Chicco does it again and does not disappoint! This car seat comes with so many great features. One of my favorites is the full coverage privacy shield build in which allows you to use in the car, on the go in a stroller or carrying it. Another favorite feature is the option for on the go installation where you do not necessarily need another base. This car seat is well-made, has soft fabric, and comes with easy installation. Such a high quality product in every way. Totally worth the investment! Safe, durable and lightweight.
Apr 5, 2025
Looking forward to using
We are expecting our first baby in July and I wanted to have a car seat that I could know he was safe in. I love the full zip privacy shield option on this model.
Apr 4, 2025
