Graco 4Ever DLX 4-in-1 Car vs Britax Boulevard ClickTight Convertible Car
Both made our Best Convertible Car Seats shortlist, at #1 and #2. Here's how they differ and who each one suits.
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Quick verdict
Choose the Graco 4Ever DLX 4-in-1 Car Seat if you want covers all four stages of use from newborn through booster in one purchase. Choose the Britax Boulevard ClickTight Convertible Car Seat if you'd rather have one seat that goes from newborn to booster years, no need to buy a second convertible seat later. Overall we rank the Graco 4Ever DLX 4-in-1 Car Seat higher: #1 versus #2 in our Best Convertible Car Seats list.
Winner overall: Graco 4Ever DLX 4-in-1 Car Seat
Graco 4Ever DLX 4-in-1 Car Seat vs Britax Boulevard ClickTight Convertible Car Seat compared
Every difference that matters, in one table.
| Attribute | ||
|---|---|---|
| Our ranking | #1 of 6 in Best Convertible Car Seats | #2 of 6 in Best Convertible Car Seats |
| Pick label | Best overall | |
| Brand | Graco | Britax |
| Key features | 4-in-1: rear-facing, forward-facing, highback booster, backless booster; Rear-facing 4 to 40 pounds, forward-facing 22 to 65 pounds; 10-year usable lifespan | Rear-facing 5 to 40 pounds, forward-facing 20 to 65 pounds; ClickTight installation system with a steel tensioner; Two layers of side impact protection |
| Biggest strength | Covers all four stages of use from newborn through booster in one purchase | One seat that goes from newborn to booster years, no need to buy a second convertible seat later |
| Main trade-off | Bulkier footprint than the slimmer Britax Boulevard in tight back seats | 5-pound minimum means it will not fit the smallest newborns or preemies |
| Best for | convertible use | newborns |
Which should you buy?
#1 pick · Best overall
Choose the Graco 4Ever DLX 4-in-1 Car Seat if…
- Covers all four stages of use from newborn through booster in one purchase
- Highest ratings volume of any convertible seat in this list, 21,000-plus ratings
- Rapid Remove cover makes washing the seat significantly less of a project than most competitors
Best for: convertible use
Prefer the alternative? See the Britax Boulevard ClickTight Convertible Car Seat section.
#2 pick
Choose the Britax Boulevard ClickTight Convertible Car Seat if…
- One seat that goes from newborn to booster years, no need to buy a second convertible seat later
- ClickTight install is widely regarded as one of the easiest convertible installs to get tight
- 14-position harness grows with the child without rethreading straps
Best for: newborns
Prefer the alternative? See the Graco 4Ever DLX 4-in-1 Car Seat section.
Pros and cons of each
Graco 4Ever DLX 4-in-1 Car Seat
Pros
- Covers all four stages of use from newborn through booster in one purchase
- Highest ratings volume of any convertible seat in this list, 21,000-plus ratings
- Rapid Remove cover makes washing the seat significantly less of a project than most competitors
Cons
- Bulkier footprint than the slimmer Britax Boulevard in tight back seats
- Booster stage is years away for newborn buyers, a feature not used immediately
- Higher weight capacity in booster mode adds bulk not needed in the early years
Britax Boulevard ClickTight Convertible Car Seat
Pros
- One seat that goes from newborn to booster years, no need to buy a second convertible seat later
- ClickTight install is widely regarded as one of the easiest convertible installs to get tight
- 14-position harness grows with the child without rethreading straps
Cons
- 5-pound minimum means it will not fit the smallest newborns or preemies
- Does not detach from the car, so there is no carrier or stroller function
- Bulkier and heavier to move between vehicles than an infant seat and base
Graco 4Ever DLX 4-in-1 Car Seat vs Britax Boulevard ClickTight Convertible Car Seat: common questions
Which is better, the Graco 4Ever DLX 4-in-1 Car Seat or the Britax Boulevard ClickTight Convertible Car Seat?
Choose the Graco 4Ever DLX 4-in-1 Car Seat if you want covers all four stages of use from newborn through booster in one purchase. Choose the Britax Boulevard ClickTight Convertible Car Seat if you'd rather have one seat that goes from newborn to booster years, no need to buy a second convertible seat later. Overall we rank the Graco 4Ever DLX 4-in-1 Car Seat higher: #1 versus #2 in our Best Convertible Car Seats list.
What is the difference between the Graco 4Ever DLX 4-in-1 Car Seat and the Britax Boulevard ClickTight Convertible Car Seat?
The Graco 4Ever DLX 4-in-1 Car Seat stands out because covers all four stages of use from newborn through booster in one purchase, while the Britax Boulevard ClickTight Convertible Car Seat stands out because one seat that goes from newborn to booster years, no need to buy a second convertible seat later. The trade-offs differ too: the Graco 4Ever DLX 4-in-1 Car Seat's main caveat is that bulkier footprint than the slimmer Britax Boulevard in tight back seats, and the Britax Boulevard ClickTight Convertible Car Seat's is that 5-pound minimum means it will not fit the smallest newborns or preemies.
Is the Graco 4Ever DLX 4-in-1 Car Seat worth it over the Britax Boulevard ClickTight Convertible Car Seat?
For most buyers, yes: it's our #1 pick. Consider the Britax Boulevard ClickTight Convertible Car Seat instead if bulkier footprint than the slimmer Britax Boulevard in tight back seats is a deal-breaker for you.
Who should buy the Britax Boulevard ClickTight Convertible Car Seat instead of the Graco 4Ever DLX 4-in-1 Car Seat?
The Britax Boulevard ClickTight Convertible Car Seat suits newborns, while the Graco 4Ever DLX 4-in-1 Car Seat is best for convertible use.