Contender Slim Convertible Car Seat
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189.99
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Overview
Highlights
- Fits child between 5-65 lbs
- Stages: Infant, Convertible
- Does not rotate
- Comes with one cup holder
Description
The Contender Slim Convertible Car Seat features two modes of use to grow with little ones from rear-facing harness (5-40 lbs) to forward-facing harness (26.5-65 lbs).
The slim car seat design helps save space in your back seat, while the lightweight design easily transfers from car to car. It’s also certified for aircraft use.
The Simply Safe Adjust harness system allows the headrest and harness to adjust together in one motion. The included LATCH and easy-to-read level indicator also help make installation easier.
This car seat features a removable, dishwasher-safe cup holder, a machine-washable seat pad and two recline positions for ease of use.
It’s Graco ProtectPlus Engineered to help protect in frontal, side, rear and rollover crashes.
What we about it
Saves space in your back seat.
Details
- Stages: Infant, Convertible
- Overall dimensions: 24.75”H x 18.9”W x 21.5” D
- Product weight: 16 lbs
- Rear facing capacity: 5-40 lbs, Max 49”
- Forward facing capacity: 26.5-65 lbs, Max 49”
- Number of recline positions: 2
- Number of head rest positions: 8
- Number of crotch strap positions: 2
- Car seat features:
- Level indicators
- 360 degrees rotation
- No-rethread harness
- FAA approved
- Number of cup holders: 1
- Cleaning/care: Machine wash pad in cold water on delicate cycle and dripdry; refer to instructions
- Manufacturer’s Warranty: Limited one year
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Does it come with a base ? Or should that be purchased separately?
Best Answer: Yes, the base is integrated into the design. Only infant car seats have a separate removable base.
Customer reviews
14 Ratings
1-10 of 14 Reviews
Easy & Safe
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I saw this seat recommended over and over again for travel and was really curious -- and let me tell you not only did it not disappoint...it far exceeded my expectations. It's easy to install in any seating position and a breeze to install on airplanes. I couldn't think of an easier option for a family on the go.
Apr 6, 2026
Very lightweight and compact
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Extremely fitting in my small car, my toddler loves it and is comfortable!
Apr 5, 2026
Perfect Seat for our Son
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We love this carseat! Our son is currently using it as a rear-facing carseat, and he seems to find it very comfortable. We also like it because my husband has a smaller car, and it fits nicely in the back seat.
Apr 1, 2026
Great convertible seat practical for traveling
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We chose this car seat because it’s lightweight and easy to travel with, and our son really likes it.
Mar 23, 2026
Great for travel!
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This car seat is great for travel! I purchased it to check and travel with. It is very lightweight, durable, easy to install and overall good quality especially for the price! I would highly recommend if you have an upcoming trip and didn’t want to take your primary car seat on board. I have recommended it to so many people.
Mar 23, 2026
The best
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Love how easily these straps can be maneuvered! Also easy to install, and kiddo fits great. Haven’t flown with it yet, but will this weekend!
Mar 23, 2026
Good travel seat
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Good for travel, lightweight. Couldn’t get it to install either way as tight as I would have liked
Mar 3, 2026
Great seat for a smaller car
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Great seat for a smaller car. Sturdy and comfortable.
Feb 16, 2026
Great travel car seat
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We use this car seat as our travel car seat. It’s easy to install and uninstall.
Jan 9, 2026
Excellent compact car seat.
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Excellent compact car seat. Easy to install, easy to get the kiddo in and out, and light and compact for transport. FAA approved for flights is a huge bonus.
Dec 29, 2025
