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Diono Solana 2 LATCH

In this review, we’ll take a close look at why the Diono Solana 2 booster may be a good option for your booster-aged child. It’s a great option for high percentile kids as it has a wide seat pan and a higher standing height limit than most of the boosters on the market. Continue reading this Diono Solana 2 Backless Booster Seat review to see if this is the best seat for your child!

Seat is good for you if:
  • Good for you if you have a high percentile child.
Use caution if you:
  • You need to fit car seats 3 across in your vehicle.
Stand-out features:
  • It has lower anchors
  • It’s lightweight.
Buy Now: 
SITS checks manufacturers and retailers daily to ensure these are the lowest prices available for these models.
Diono
Solana 2
with lower anchor connectors
Buy Now
49.99
Diono
Solana 2
with lower anchor connectors
Buy Now
49.99

Our Review of the 

Diono Solana 2 LATCH

In this review, we’ll take a close look at why the Diono Solana 2 booster may be a good option for your booster-aged child. It’s a great option for high percentile kids as it has a wide seat pan and a higher standing height limit than most of the boosters on the market. Continue reading this Diono Solana 2 Backless Booster Seat review to see if this is the best seat for your child!

Age

Our recommendation: From 5 years until it's outgrown (average 10-11 years old)

Type

A backless booster seat

When

From 5+, but the child must be mature enough to sit properly at all times

Buy Now: 
SITS checks manufacturers and retailers daily to ensure these are the lowest prices available for these models.
Diono
Solana 2
with lower anchor connectors
Buy Now
49.99
Diono
Solana 2
with lower anchor connectors
Buy Now
49.99
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Stand Out Features of this Car Seat

It has lower anchors

The Diono Solana 2 LATCH booster comes with lower anchors to hold it into the vehicle. They are optional, but using them keeps the booster in place when the child is buckling and it keeps it from becoming a projectile in a crash if the child is not riding in it. If you do not use the lower anchors, the child should buckle in the seat belt over the booster whenever they are being dropped off.

It’s lightweight.

At only 6.6 pounds, this is a fairly lightweight option compared to when your child was using a harness seat! This makes is easier to carry around to different vehicles when needed.

Seat is good for you if 

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Good for you if you have a high percentile child.

The Diono Solana 2 booster is great for your big kid, andone of our favorites for high percentile kids for two main reasons. First, it has high limits of 120 pounds and 63 inches. Many boosters have 57″ limits, even though only about half of the kids who reach 57″ can fit into the adult seat belt properly. This backless booster also has a wider seat pan than many boosters so it can accommodate a larger child without causing them discomfort.

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Use caution if

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You need to fit car seats 3 across in your vehicle.

This seat is 18.5″ wide, so if you need to fit 3 across in your vehicle, the Diono Solana 2 is probably not the seat for you. If you are looking for narrow options, head here.

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Child Fit Information

Installation Information

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Airplane Use

Like all boosters, the Diono Solana 2 does NOT have aircraft approval. But because it is so small, this is still a great option when traveling via airplanes. You can have it under the seat in front of you or stick it in one of your bags, it’s just not suitable for installation on the airplane. For help with all things airplane travel and car seats, check out our Wheels Up Course and private Facebook group.

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SITS Bottom Line

This is a great, inexpensive booster option for any child who is mature enough to sit properly and is at least 40 pounds. But it’s especially great for even the kids who are high percentile for height and/or weight. The lower anchors are a nice added feature, along with the two, retractable cupholders. If you are looking for a seat to fit in a three across configuration though, this is probably not the booster you want to buy.

Buy Now: 
SITS checks manufacturers and retailers daily to ensure these are the lowest prices available for these models.
Diono
Solana 2
with lower anchor connectors
Buy Now
49.99
Diono
Solana 2
with lower anchor connectors
Buy Now
49.99

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Specifications

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Product Information

Weight: 6lbs

Width: 18.5"

Rear Facing Limits

Forward-Facing Limits

No Back Booster Limits

Height: 38-63"

Weight: 40-120lbs

Head Height Rules: child must have vehicle head support to at least the top of their ears

Highest Belt Guide Settings

High Back Booster Limits

Other Important Details

Expiration Limits

8 years

Crash Replacement Policy

replace after a moderate or severe crash

Vehicle Seat Protectors

This brand allows Diono mats:

Diono Ultra Mat

Diono Grip It Car Seat Protector

Diono Super Mat

Other Accessories Approved For This Brand

Diono Ultra Dry Seat Child Car Seat Pad