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    Solana 2

    A backless-only booster offered by Diono.

    Price

    $55.00

    Description

    A backless-only booster offered by Diono.

    CR Expert Take

    How did it perform in our expert lab testing?

    Overall Score

    The Overall Score for this model is derived from our expert lab test results.
    Current Range of Tested Booster Seats

    What goes into the Overall Score?

    EXPERT LAB TESTS

    Booster fit (with back)
    N  /  A
    Booster fit (no-back)
    2  /  5
    Ease of use
    3  /  5

    Pros

    • High weight and height limits allow use with heavier and taller kids
    • Lightweight seat
    • Can be secured via LATCH 

    Cons

    • Lacks the lateral protection, improved belt placement, and more comfortable place for a child to rest his head that the side wings and belt guides of a highback booster provide
    • Long cushion places knees before edge of vehicle of seat, which may encourage slouching
    • Lap belt lays low on lap
    • Backless mode belt clip is difficult to adjust

    CR's Take

    A backless booster that is best suited for older booster-aged kids whose knees reach the edge of the booster cushion.

    About

    The Diono Solana 2 is part of the Car Seats test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, Booster Seats models like the Solana 2 are rated on multiple criteria, such as those listed below.

    Booster fit (with back): A rating that reflects a booster seat's ability to correctly position the lap and shoulder belts in various test vehicles using a child-sized dummy, when used as a highback booster. Additionally, it includes an assessment of the booster's compatibility with vehicle seats and interior components.

    Booster fit (no-back): A rating that reflects a booster seat's ability to correctly position the lap and shoulder belts in various test vehicles using a child-sized dummy, when used as a backless booster. Additionally, it includes an assessment of the booster's compatibility with vehicle seats and interior components.

    Ease of use: Our evaluation of how easy each seat is to use, including items such as the clarity of labels and instructions, the ease of achieving an appropriate belt fit, and the transition between highback and backless modes where applicable.

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