Seat is Good for You If:

You need a budget-friendly car seat.

You want a convertible you can use from birth.

Use Caution if:

You want a seat that's quick to set up for a newborn.

Switching this seat to the newborn harness routing is complicated.

Child Fit Information

Installation Information

airplane

Airplane Use

This seat is FAA-approved.

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Similar Car Seats

This car seat does not have any other versions.

Specifications

Baby Trend Journey Specifications

Product Information

Weight: 16 lbs

Width: 19"

Highest Harness Height: 17.25"

Rear Facing Limits

Height: 40"

Weight: 4-40lbs

Head Height Rules: at least 1″ below the top of the headrest

Lower Anchor Connectors Weight Limit: 40 lbs

Forward-Facing Limits

Height: 50"

Weight: 30-65lbs

Head Height Rules: ears must be below the top of the headrest

Lower Anchor Connectors Weight Limit: 45 lbs

No Back Booster Limits

Highest Belt Guide Settings

High Back Booster Limits

Height: 44-57"

Weight: 40-100 lbs

Head Height Rules: ears must be below the top of the headrest

Other Important Details

Newborn Fit

fits from birth, but it's very complicated to change the seat to the newborn routing

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Expiration Limit

7 years in harness mode, 9 years in booster mode

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Crash Replacement Policy

replace after any crash

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Harness

no-rethread except for the 2 lower slots

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Lock-off

no

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Vehicle Seat Protector

This brand does not permit a vehicle seat protector.

*Disclaimer: Safe in the Seat contributors are Nationally Certified Child Passenger Safety Technicians, but all reviews and materials reflect our opinions, not those of Safe Kids, NHTSA, or any other organization. We are not liable for actions taken based on this content. Always consult your car seat and vehicle manuals or a certified CPST for guidance.