When choosing between The Evenflo Symphony Elite Or Graco 4ever DLX, you’re safe to choose any of the two. They are as equally functional and safe. Although I'd choose the Evenflo Symphony Elite (a.k.a DLX) to save money, Graco 4ever DLX's cost is justifiable too - and for good reason!
Read on to find out why it may be worth your investment.
| | Evenflo Symphony Elite/DLX | Graco 4ever DLX |
| Rear-Facing Weight: | 5 to 40 pounds | 4 to 40 pounds |
| Rear-Facing Height Limit: | 19 to 40 inches | the head must be at least 1-inch below the handle |
| Forward-Facing Weight: | 22 to 65 pounds | 22 to 65 pounds |
| Forward-Facing Height Limit: | 28 to 50 inches | Up to 49 inches |
| High Back Booster Weight: | 40 to 110 pounds | 40 to 100 pounds |
| Backless Booster Weight | N/A | 40 to 120 pounds |
| High Back Booster Height Limit: | 44 to 57 inches | 43 to 57 inches |
| Backless Booster Height Limit: | N/A | 43 to 57 inches |
The Evenflo Symphony DLX has a higher forward-facing height limit as well as a higher high back booster weight limit.
Getting the Graco 4ever DLX will allow you to enjoy the added “backless booster” feature, which has a weight limit of 120 pounds.
| | Evenflo Symphony Elite/DLX | Graco 4ever DLX |
| Width: | 21.5 inches | |
| Height: | 19.5 inches | 24 inches |
| Depth/Length: | 28 inches | 20 inches |
The Evenflo Symphony Elite is bulkier than the Graco 4ever DLX.
| | Evenflo Symphony Elite/DLX | Graco 4ever DLX |
| Do I need to use a pool noodle/rolled towel? | Yes | No |
| Easy To Install Rear-Facing? | Yes | |
| Easy To Install Forward-Facing? | Yes | |
| Easy To Uninstall? | Yes | |
Installing the Symphony Elite would need you to make use of pool noodles or rolled towels. However, it is one of the easiest convertible car seats to install.
| | Evenflo Symphony Elite/DLX | Graco 4ever DLX |
| Country Of Origin: | USA | China |
| Steel Frame: | Yes | |
| Five-Point Harness? | Yes | |
| Side Impact Tested: | Yes | |
| Approved For Airplane Use: | Yes | |
| Easy To Buckle And Unbuckle? | Yes | |
Good Convertible Car Seats Of 2023
Consider narrowing down your options by focusing on those made with EPP or EPS foam for impact management. Both materials meet government safety regulations, but EPP foam is more elastic and less brittle than EPS foam, making it better at withstanding multiple impacts and regaining its shape.
Keep in mind that any seat involved in an accident should be replaced, regardless of the foam type.
Good Convertible Car Seats With EPP Foam:
Good Convertible Car Seats With EPS Foam:
| | Evenflo Symphony Elite/DLX | Graco 4ever DLX |
| Is The Material Breathable? | Yes | Yes |
| Seat Weight: | 21 pounds | 23 pounds |
| Machine Washable Cover? | Yes | |
| Roomy? | Yes | |
| No-Rethread Harness? | Yes | |
| Comes With An Infant Body Support? | Removable head and body pillow | |
| Easy To Remove Cover? | Yes | |
| Expiration | 8 Years | 10 Years |
| Comes With A Cup Holder? | Yes | |
| Shoulder Harness Has Pads? | No | Yes |
| Leg Straps Has Pads? | No | |
The Evenflo Symphony Elite and the Graco 4ever DLX are approximately USD 70 apart. The Graco 4ever DLX is more expensive. Now let’s see what the added cost is for.
- It can be converted to a backless booster seat, which can accommodate a child of up to 120 pounds instead of the 110-pound limit of the Elite.
- You need not use a pool noodle or rolled towels when installing.
- It has a longer expiration date.
- It comes with shoulder harness pads in the straps.
Now let’s see what the advantages of the Symphony Elite are if you try to save that USD 70 dollar.
- It has a higher forward-facing height limit. Although it’s not much. Just 1 inch more.
- It has a higher high back booster weight limit.
- It’s made in the USA.
- It’s a little lighter than the Graco 4ever DLX.
- The height of the seat harness is not strictly locked to a certain position. You can adjust it accordingly by just sliding it up and down.
With the above advantages over each other, the Graco 4ever DLX has features that Symphony Elite doesn’t have, and vice versa. It will now just depend on how you plan to use the seat and in what vehicle.
In getting the Evenflo Symphony Elite, it is ideal to keep it installed in one vehicle.
Although it is lighter to transfer to another vehicle compared to the Graco 4ever DLX, it is super bulky to carry around. You’d also need a large vehicle to comfortably accommodate everyone, especially the seat directly opposite it.
Do You Need More Help To Decide Between
The Evenflo Symphony Elite Or Graco 4ever DLX?
Check Out My Evenflo Symphony DLX/Elite Review
See My Graco 4ever DLX Review
What Do You Think?
Cheers!
Pitin
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Did you get my comment? Not sure if I did this right.
Hi Michelle,
No, I didn’t. What is it about?
Kind Regards,
Pitin
Can you review the Evenflo Everystage DLX car seat? What do you think about it? Would you recommend it? Thanks.
Also, which lightweight stroller do you recommend? I was thinking of the Graco breeze.
Thanks. Sorry if it is a lot lol.
Hi Michelle,
Here’s the link to my Evenflo Everystage DLX review. I think it is a good choice. 🙂
https://firsttimeparentguide.com/is-the-evenflo-everystage-dlx-good-to-get/
As for the Graco Breaze, it is not a bad choice either. 🙂 Here’s the link to my review.
https://firsttimeparentguide.com/will-the-graco-breaze-click-connect-stroller-end-your-search/
You can check out my review of the Mountain Buggy Stroller, too.
https://firsttimeparentguide.com/is-the-mountain-buggy-nano-stroller-a-good-choice/
I hope this helps.
Kind Regards,
Pitin
I just bought a graco carseat and stroller combo for my baby coming in November. I want the ability to take the carseat out and carry it around with me and easily place it in the stroller. But I’m also interested in getting one of the forever car seats, especially after learning they don’t expire for 10 years! It seems like a great car seat that can potentially last for all of your kids. Thank you for your comparisons, But I think I would lean toward the Evenflo car seat because of the breathable fabric and $70 savings.Thanks!
Hi Kelli,
The Graco 4ever is indeed very tempting especially that it expires two years longer than the Symphony Elite. However, I don’t want to think very far. The 8 years of the Symphony Elite is already worth the money, in my opinion, especially that you get to enjoy almost the same benefit plus the extra savings.
Regards,
Pitin