Graco Nautilus 65

At 27 pounds, this Graco Nautilus 65 makes it into our top ten thanks to a lot of features it shares with other items we recommend, including: steel structure, impact-absorbing design, ample storage, harness and hooks, and the capacity to accommodate younger children. And that is not even the end of the story.

Due to the removable back, the Graco Nautilus 65 may help alleviate the stigma associated with a "baby seat." While some children prefer their seats to have a back, others may see the transition to a frameless booster as a symbol of "growing up." For example, our six-year-old tester favored backless chairs, not because they are comfier, but because he thought he had grown out of the high-backed ones we tried.

Similar to the Britax, the Nautilus 65's safety accessories make it both big and heavy. With a setup time of approximately 41 seconds, the transition from place to place may be a nuisance - much more so if the seat must accommodate a more difficult-to-reach rear.

Ratings: 4.7 stars (from 744 reviews)

Price: $129

Buy it at: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00Y285W8G