Specifications checked against Chicco’s US site and manual on . Not hands-on tested. How I research
Who is the KidFit Zip Air Plus Booster Car Seat for?
The Chicco KidFit Zip Air Plus is a belt-positioning booster for children at least 4 years old and 44 to 57 in tall. It is a high-back booster from 40 to 100 lb and a backless booster from 40 to 110 lb. It adds 3D AirMesh and a zip-on leg rest, uses optional LATCH, and expiry is a dated label.
Reasons to consider it
3D AirMesh channels in the backrest and seat, per Chicco
A zip-on cushioned leg rest and zip-off seat cushions
High-back from 40 to 100 lb and backless from 40 to 110 lb
Quick-release LATCH with a one-hand release
Things to weigh up
Listed depth of 20 in, more than the 17 in of the KidFit Zip Plus
The manual has no cover removal steps; it points to the Chicco website
Not certified for aircraft use
No expiry period in years is published; check the dated label
My take on the KidFit Zip Air Plus Booster Car Seat
The Zip Air Plus suits a family that wants the KidFit Zip design with mesh fabric and a cushioned leg rest. The trade-off is size: Chicco lists it at 11 lb and 20 in deep, while the KidFit Zip Plus is listed at 10 lb and 17 in deep. Child limits, the 10-position headrest and LATCH are the same, and both follow the same manual.
A research summary of Chicco’s published specifications and manual, read . Not a hands-on test or a crash-safety rating.
Who the KidFit Zip Air Plus Booster Car Seat fits
This seat covers 2 stages, and a child has to meet every limit of the stage they are in. Check the date label on the shell before using a hand-me-down; every seat has an expiry.
High-back booster40 to 100 lb · 44 to 57 in · from 4 years
The seat’s own back and belt guide route the vehicle belt across the shoulder, and the sides give the child something to lean on when they sleep.
Backless booster40 to 110 lb · 44 to 57 in · from 4 years
Only the base is left, so the vehicle seat has to support the child’s back and head, and the belt guide sits at the hip.
What are the KidFit Zip Air Plus Booster Car Seat weight, height and age limits?
Chicco KidFit Zip Air Plus Booster Car Seat limits by mode
Mode
Child weight
Child height
Minimum age
Conditions
High-back booster
40 to 100 lb
44 to 57 in
4 years
Product page and manual: at least 4 years old and able to sit still in the seat belt.
Backless booster
40 to 110 lb
44 to 57 in
4 years
Product page and manual: at least 4 years old and able to sit still in the seat belt.
A child must meet every limit for the mode they use. The labels on your seat and its manual are the final word.
KidFit Zip Air Plus Booster Car Seat specifications
Seat weight
11 lb
Width
17 in
Depth
20 in
Height
26 in
Usable life
See the date label on the seat
Aircraft use
Not certified for aircraftManual: booster seat is NOT certified for use on aircraft.
Recline positions
2
Harness positions
10
Interior shoulder width
12.5 in
Interior hip width
11.5 in
Interior seat depth
15 in
Max seated height
29 in
Belt positioning clip height
High Back - 19 in / Backless - 27 in
LATCH type
Quick Release LATCH
Assembled dimensions (L × W × H)
20" x 17" x 26"
Assembled weight
11 lbs
How the KidFit Zip Air Plus Booster Car Seat installs
Lower anchors
Quick Release LATCH. Check your vehicle manual for which seating positions have anchors, and switch to the seat belt once the child passes the anchor weight limit in the manual.
Recline
2 recline positions. The recline angle is what keeps a young baby’s airway open, so set it before tightening the install.
Every install is a fit between one seat and one vehicle. Read both manuals, and use a free inspection station if anything is unclear.
Will it fit your car?
At 17 in at its widest, this seat is one of the narrower ones in its class and is a candidate for three across in many mid-size cars. It weighs 11 lb, which matters if you will move it between cars or carry it through an airport.
Check your vehicle manual for lower anchor positions and any head-restraint rules.
Rear-facing seats need front-seat room: try the install behind the driver before you commit.
Not certified for aircraft use: plan on gate-checking it or using a different seat to fly.
What features does the KidFit Zip Air Plus Booster Car Seat have?
2 recline positions
10-position headrest
Quick Release LATCH
Colors listed in the US
Q Collection.
What to know before you live with it
Installation and LATCH
This seat follows the KidFit Zip manual. The vehicle lap and shoulder belt restrains the child; LATCH only holds the booster and is optional. The connectors fit lower anchors at the standard 11 inch spacing, and the manual says ISOFIX anchors may also be used. The top tether is not used. Only forward-facing vehicle seats with a 3-point belt are allowed, never lap-only belts, motorized shoulder belts or belts attached to the door. Do not place it in front of a frontal air bag unless the air bag can be turned off.
The backrest has 10 height positions, adjusted with a lever at the back of the headrest. Set it so the orange shoulder belt guide is at or just above the shoulders and the ears are below the headrest. When the ears are above the headrest, the manual moves the child to backless mode. To remove the backrest, turn the seat over, press the release under the seat bar and rotate the backrest off. In backless mode, the ears must be below the vehicle seat back or head restraint, and the shoulder positioning clip is used until the belt lies flat on its own.
Chicco describes 3D AirMesh channels in the backrest and seat, an ErgoBoost Plus seat with three layers of foam, and a zip-on cushioned leg rest. The extra padding zips off for cleaning while the standard fabrics stay on. All fabrics, including armrest covers, are listed as removable and machine washable: cold water, delicate cycle, mild detergent, no bleach, hang dry. The page lists the assembled size as 20 in x 17 in x 26 in and the weight as 11 lb. A kid console fits into either of the two cup holders.
Is the KidFit Zip Air Plus Booster Car Seat recalled?
No campaign in the current NHTSA child-restraint data names this model family, and I have not run a separate review for it. Check your seat’s model number and date of manufacture before use.
KidFit Zip Air Plus Booster Car Seat: common questions
What is the difference between the KidFit Zip Air Plus and the KidFit Zip Plus?
Chicco lists the KidFit Zip Plus at 17 in x 17 in x 26 in and 10 lb, with the same 40 to 100 lb high-back and 40 to 110 lb backless limits. Its feature list has zip-off cushions but no 3D AirMesh and no leg rest, the two additions on the Zip Air Plus.
What age and size does the KidFit Zip Air Plus fit?
At least 4 years old, 44 to 57 in tall, 40 to 100 lb in high-back mode and 40 to 110 lb in backless mode. The child must also be able to sit still with the belt correctly placed every ride.
The manual allows plastic containers only, under 12 oz (355 ml), and no hot liquids or sharp objects. The cup holders can be removed or folded in to make room for a passenger.