Graco Contender Slim Convertible Car Seat, West Point, Lightweight Travel Car Seat with Compact, Space-Saving Design, Rear-Facing 5–40 lbs, Forward-Facing 26.5–65 lbs, Easy to Transfer, FAA Approved

We used this Graco car seat for a recent trip and it was a total lifesaver. It’s incredibly lightweight and easy to carry through the airport, yet still feels sturdy and safe. Installation took just a couple minutes in both our rental and a rideshare. Our toddler seemed comfortable the whole time, and it didn’t take up much space. Perfect for travel or as a second seat for grandparents — highly recommend!

Why did you pick this product vs others?: Super light weight car seat! Traveled with 2 of these & it was soooo much easier. Fits perfect on the plane (seat) as well- which was a game changer flying with my toddler. Creates a noticeable difference in the backseat of our Tesla Model Y. Size: Slim great for backseat of Tesla Model Y (I have 2 in the back) Value for money: Great price! Not super luxe but perfect basic seat and very light weight which is nice for traveling.

Its slim profile makes it ideal for smaller cars or families with multiple car seats, maximizing space without sacrificing safety. This car seat transitions easily from a rear-facing to a forward-facing seat, accommodating children from 5 to 40 pounds in rear-facing mode and 20 to 65 pounds in forward-facing mode. The Contender Slim includes features like a 5-point harness system and side-impact protection, providing peace of mind for parents concerned about safety. Adjusting the harness can be a bit cumbersome, especially as children grow and require frequent adjustments. Overall, the Graco Contender Slim Convertible Car Seat is a solid choice for families looking for a reliable and space-efficient car seat. Its ease of use, safety features, and adaptability make it a strong contender in the convertible car seat market.

I am thrilled with our Graco car seat—it has truly been a lifesaver for outings with our baby. Installation was incredibly easy thanks to the InRight™ LATCH system and clear, step-by-step guides. It feels rock-solid and secure the first time you click it in. My baby is super comfortable in it: the removable infant insert offers great support, and the multi-position recline makes long rides much more relaxed. The 5-point harness adjusts smoothly and locks in securely—no fussing or loose straps. The cover is easy to remove and machine-washable, which is essential these days! Plus, the contoured shell and side-impact protection give me confidence every time we hit the road. I highly recommend this Graco car seat for any parent looking for a safe, reliable, and kid-friendly option—a solid investment in peace of mind and comfort.

As a former child passenger safety technician (one day I will recertify!), I am verrryyyy picky about my car seats. I am also a childcare provider so I frequently need to fit as many kids into the car as possible. After settling on a FF Radian for my 5 year old, and snagging a narrow backless booster at the store for a first grader, I just needed a good, narrow, RF seat. Wrestled with the radian in RF mode... was not super thrilled, especially since we didn't need the super high weight limit for the children that will be riding in it. My son's convertible was a Britax Boulevard, so I tried that in the three across situation and it was way too wide. After a search of the net for another convertible that is narrow and user friendly, I saw this seat recommended, checked out some reviews and ordered. I'm happy to say that it's absolutely perfect for what we need, fits in a three across with the other two seats I need to use regularly, is easy to use, and the adjustable headrest means I don't have to rethread the harness if I use it for different sized kiddos. My only critique of this seat is that it is naturally very reclined, which is good for younger babies but sometimes irritates RF toddlers. For me, this is a pretty minor issue that I mitigated by installing the seat carefully to achieve the desired angle, but I can see how it could be a turn off for some people. I also don't know that I would use the seat forward facing at all, primarily because it's unlikely to fit for long once the rear facing limits are reached, but for our purposes (needing a versatile, narrow RF convertible) this is perfect.

Great car seat! Purchased for my 9 month old. Super roomy and doesn’t take up a lot of space in the car. I was decently surprised how light weight it is!

I had the Doona and loved it. When I was looking to upgrade my toddlers car seat I knew I wanted something that was slim and didn’t take up a lot of space. This car seat fits just fine in my Hyundai Sonata. The seatbelt installation was pretty easy to install. The anchors gave me a hard time but I think that had to do with how they are in my car. My toddler is rear facing and he’s comfortable and can fall asleep in this seat. It’s very functional and looks great. I’m glad we went with this choice. If you have a smaller vehicle this seat is definitely the way to go.

Oh wow. I chose the perfect travel car seat. So lightweight and easy to put in car. I feel that my son will be safe in it and most importantly he will not be suffer on his 24 hours trip in an airplane because of airline lap buckle on his back.