Chicco vs. Peg Perego Infant Car Seat

jcarantza

I am torn between the Peg Perego Primo Viaggio SIP 30/30 and the Chicco KeyFit 30. I am not too concerned with the weight or price, I can get passed that for safety and comfort for my baby. My first priority is safety, but I do want something that will last longer than 3 or 4 months and be comfortable for baby. I have read reviews that the Peg Perego can be outgrown quickly and that it is a pain to install and carry, but that the fabric is great and the safety is top-notch. Does anyone have experience with either of these car seats? Thanks!

HarrietNJMommy

They're both "safe". I wouldn't worry about that. All carseats are "safe". There are differences in additional impact, padding, weight limits, etc. Doesn't make other seats "unsafe".

That being said, I had a Peg Perego for all 3 of my kids and HATED it. It is so friggin' HEAVY and a PITA to lug around. That seat expired so I can't use it for #4. I got a Graco Snugride this time......

GL in your decision! 

Kimberskirby

The Chicco Key Fit 30 is ranked #1 in safety by consumer reports.

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Mrs.RockyM

We had the chicco keyfit for DD1 and we're using it again for DD2.  We were very happy with it and got the snap and go.  Only issue we ever had with it was that the fabric made DD1 hot, but DD1 was a March baby, so we were dealing with the summer months.  With DD2 we're dealing with fall and winter, so I'm assuming it won't be an issue.  We switched to a britax marathon and a mclarren stroller around 7 or 8 months. 

kmitch0303

We had a Chicco Keyfit for DD and will be using it for DD2. I loved it. I felt like it seems to be better quality than the gracos that I looked at in the store. It snaps in easily to the base as well as the stroller, if you go that route.

opaque1997

I don't have a preference (sorry) - but just wanted to throw in - all carseats have to pass the same safety standards and the consumer reports is known for stating a safety rating they have no real testing abilities to state.  It is based off ease of use (and thus proper installation - which does speak to safety) - 

The best seat for you will be the one that fits your child, your car and your preferences.

I'm using the safety first onboard air - mostly because its a great seat that I will have for free (bought for my best friend last year - (so not expired) - I know its not been in a crash and not been left in water or anything of the sort).

All that said - if you have heard the peg perego is outgrown quickly - I would lean to the chicco (if you are looking at only these two) as I know several people who have loved them  

MeggieLew

I am in the exact same situation as you!! The Peg Prego is the only carseat on the market that has 4 metal bars and a metal base vs 2 plastic and 2 metal. I work at Children's Mercy Hospital in KC and a neonatal charge nurse, who does all of NICU discharges and car seat saftey classes says that they are both great car seats and it really comes down to personal preference. She did say that both the Chicco and Per Prego last about the same abount of time. I still need to make the choice myself. AHHHHH!!!!

efs83

Annother vote for the chicco key fit, we loved it and had no complaints! Isn't it a bit cheaper than the Peg Perego too?

jcarantza

Thanks for all the input. Hearing everyone's opinion is helping me make the decision. Keep them coming!

celinajo1985

Chicco all the way (from what I hear from those who have had one)

Michi2325

I have the Peg Perego but this will be my first time using it.  I havent found it overly heavy without the baby in it, but again its empty lol