The Evenflo Symphony DLX and Safety 1st Go and Grow car seat seem to both justify the price that they are asking for. However, despite having flaws, it looks like the Evenflo Symphony DLX is a better choice. Read more to see why.
Evenflo Symphony DLX/Elite
Vs
Safety 1st Go And Grow
Ideal Use
|
Evenflo Symphony Elite/DLX |
Safety 1st Go And Grow |
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| Rear-Facing Weight: |
5 to 40 pounds |
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| Rear-Facing Height Limit: |
19 to 40 inches |
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| Forward-Facing Weight: |
22 to 65 pounds |
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| Forward-Facing Height Limit: |
28 to 50 inches |
29 to 49 inches |
| Booster Weight: |
40 to 110 pounds |
40 to 100 pounds |
| Booster Height Limit: | 44 to 57 inches | 43 to 52 inches |
The Evenflo Symphony DLX has a higher forward-facing height limit.
It can also be used longer in the booster mode – 110 pounds limit versus 100 pounds of the Go and Grow, and 57 inches height limit instead of only 52 inches.
Good All-In-One Car Seats
Will It Fit In My Car?
| Evenflo Symphony Elite/DLX | Safety 1st Go And Grow | |
| Width | 21.5 inches | 19 inches |
| Height | 19.5 inches | 24 inches |
| Depth/Length | 28 inches | 23.75 inches |
The Evenflo Symphony DLX is bulkier than the Safety 1st Go and Grow.
Good Two-Way Car Seats
| Product name | Price | |
|---|---|---|
 | Evenflo Tribute LX Convertible Car Seat, Saturn * |
Installation
| Evenflo Symphony Elite/DLX | Safety 1st Go And Grow | |
| Do I need to use a pool noodle/rolled towel? | Yes | Yes, allowed as per manual |
| Easy To Install Rear-Facing? | Yes | Relatively |
| Easy To Install Forward-Facing? | Yes | Relatively |
| Easy To Uninstall? | Yes | |
Installing the Safety 1st Go and Grow in all modes will need all the patience you can give. The Symphony DLX is dummy-proof when it comes to installation.
Safety
| Evenflo Symphony Elite/DLX | Safety 1st Go And Grow | |
| Country Of Origin: | USA | |
| Steel Frame: | Yes | No |
| Five-Point Harness? | Yes | |
| Side Impact Tested: | Yes | |
| Approved For Airplane Use: | Yes | |
| Easy To Buckle And Unbuckle? | Yes | |
The Evenflo Symphony DLX has a steel-reinforced frame, although both seats are made in the USA.
The Seat
| Evenflo Symphony Elite/DLX | Safety 1st Go And Grow | |
| Is The Material Breathable? | Yes | |
| Seat Weight: | 21 pounds | 15.4 pounds |
| Machine Washable Cover? | Yes | |
| Roomy? | Yes | |
| No-Rethread Harness? | Yes | |
| Comes With An Infant Body Support? | Yes | |
| Easy To Remove Cover? | Yes | |
| Expiration | 8 Years | 10 Years |
| Comes With A Cup Holder? | Yes | |
| Shoulder Harness Has Pads? | No | Yes |
| Crotch Pads? | No | Yes | |
Check Out The Evenflo Symphony DLX/Elite Colors
Check Out The Safety 1st Go And Grow Colors
Not only is the Go and Grow more compact than the Symphony Elite, it is also lighter. It exceeds the expiration date of the DLX, too, by two more years. It also has shoulder harness pads as well as crotch pads.
Compare The Price Difference
Evenflo Symphony Elite/DLX |
Safety 1st Go And Grow |
Check The Latest Price |
Check The Latest Price |
Conclusion
The Evenflo Symphony Elite and the Safety 1st Go and Grow are approximately USD 70 apart. The Evenflo Symphony Elite is more expensive.
Let’s see why is that so.
- It has a higher forward-facing limit.
- It has a higher booster weight limit.
- It has a higher booster height limit.
- It is easier to install in all modes.
- It has a steel-reinforced frame.
Are the above five points worth the extra USD70? I think yes.
However, saving the extra cost will give you the following advantages of the Safety 1st Go and Grow.
- It is more compact than the Evenflo Symphony Elite.
- It is lighter.
- It has a more generous expiration date.
- It has pads for comfort in the shoulder harness straps as well as crotch area.
If my vehicle is large enough to accommodate a bulky car seat, I’d choose the Evenflo Symphony DLX.
What do you think?
Do You Need More Help To Decide Between
The Evenflo Symphony DLX Or Safety 1st Go And Grow?
Check Out My Evenflo Symphony DLX/Elite Review
Read My Safety 1st Go And Grow Car Seat Review
I’d love to know your thoughts in the comments section below!
Cheers!
I’m all for investing an extra 70$ when it comes to making sure I have the best quality. The Evenflo one looks great! I’m due with my first child in a couple months… and so I’ve been really looking into these things.
I’ve had people offer me their old ones from when their kids were young, but they are old and worn. And I just really want to do this right, so I’m really going all out to make sure my kid has the best; especially because we do a lot of road travelling.
Thanks for the comparison review!
Hi Mei,
Old and used are actually fine as long as the car seat hasn’t been in an accident and if it is not expired yet. Car seats have expiration dates that can range from 5 years to 12 years, so reusing a passed on car seat is also fine.
However, if you have the budget to spare, of course, a new one is always the best way to go. 🙂
Congratulations on your first born.:)
Regards,
Pitin