GracoSlimFit 3-in-1 Convertible Car Seat, Ultra-Space-Saving Design, Darcie, Suitable for Rear and Forward-Facing, Highback Booster Seat with 10-Position Headrest

Ok. So please forgive all of the pictures but when I was looking for new car seats seeing actual comparison pictures really helped me make my decision. We are upgrading from the Graco extend2fit car seat. I drive a 2015 Subaru crosstrek, the smallest of the Subaru crossover line. Middle seat room is important as there is a teenager in our house that sometimes needs to sit in the back for ull family outings (if I could do it all again, I would have just bought the minivan that I swore up and down we didn’t need and I didn’t want)Anyway, comparing the two seats side by side, you can see the the extend2fit sits on a bit of a higher base. The lack of armrest and the flip out cup holders do make the seat a bit slimmer on the slimfit. The back and headrest are similar on both seats but a difference that was noticable is the the back of the slimfit is a solid panel as opposed to the extend2fit with an open back. This difference is mearly cosmetic and they are both functional.The recline option is the same, the padding is the same, the wonderful sliding headrest to adjust height is the same (this is also my most favorite option on the Graco seats)The seat looks comfortable, the install for rear facing was straight forward; forward facing you have to remove the latch and slide it through the rear pass (didn’t know that, called Graco and a tech walked me through it) I did get my hand fully stuck trying to get the latch through the rear pass but that’s water under the bridge at this point.The seat seems a bit lighter than the extend2fit but this is a heavy seat, this is not a great choice if you move car seats on a regular basis or want to lug it through the airport.I love that all of the padding is removable and machine washable, I don’t love that without the infant seat insert there are a ton of cracks and slips through the fabric for animal crackers and gummy snacks to migrate to.All in all, this is a sturdy, well built seat that does become a booster (which is a bonus that I won’t need another car seat for the kids down the road)TL;DRThe seat doesn’t seem much smaller than extend2fit but it’s nice. Installation was ok. 10/10 would buy again.

We love this car seat. Easy to install and easy to adjust and use. Child fits nicely and looks comfortable. Not to mention it is a nice looking car seat in itself. We now have 4 of these.

Best carseat ever! So spacious and comfortable. We bought two of them for both our kiddos. Looks great, feel great. We have been using one of the carseat for a year now, and its still in great condition. No wear or tear after one year of use. So we bought another one for our second child. There are many adjustment levels according to weight and height. Easy to install.

As a Child Passenger Safety Technician, I LOVE THIS SEAT! It's slim, SO easy to install, safe, and takes the place of 3 seats. (rear facing and forward facing booster, as well as a belt positioning booster) It grows with baby so my daughter will be in this seat for several years! Excellent value! Purchased 4 for our different vehicles as well as grandparents. The recline is perfect. Colors are good. Couldn't recommend this seat more. I can't stress the ease of installation enough.

Easy to install. Love all the features and the padding on the should straps and sides of the head. Took our first ride in it tonight and my daughter fell asleep in it. Safe to say, it’s very comfortable. After installing, we shook it a bit and it’s VERY sturdy with little shaking. Easy to adjust as well.

As a mom of three with a mid-sized SUV, finding a car seat that actually fits alongside two others is no small feat. Our youngest needed to upgrade from her infant seat, and with one kid in a full-sized booster and another in a Graco Grow With Me, we were crossing our fingers for something slim, safe, and stylish.Enter the Graco SlimFit3 LX—this car seat checks all the boxes! It fits beautifully in the back row without overlapping the other seats, and installation was a breeze. No car seat Tetris necessary! 🙌And the best part? Our baby loves it. No fuss, no squirming—just happy rides and comfy naps. The padding feels super cozy, and the design is sleek and modern (we got the Katrina color and it’s chef’s kiss).If you're juggling multiple car seats and value space-saving without compromising comfort or safety, this one’s a total win!

The install of this car seat is really easy, the instructions are super clear and easy to understand. It’s nicely padded. Adjusting the strap height is a little tricky, but that my only complaint about it. Also it is a slim fit car seat but definitely is going to take up some room in that back seat.

This car seat is amazing. It doesn’t get my kid overheated. It seems to be breathing. It is slim in the car and an airplane. It is a little heavier than I would like, but I have to think that you make car seats heavier so that they are safe and I love the fact that it grows with my kids. If you are using the anchor systems in your car. This thing is insanely easy comparative to other car seats. And you can take the covers off they wash fairly easily and you do not need to be a rocket scientist or a contortionist to get the thing back on the base of the car seat.