Which strollers does the Britax Willow S fit?
0 strollers take it with no adapter and 4 with one adapter, according to the makers.
Britax
Willow S
$279.99 list price
Carrier weighs 9.2 lb
BOB strollers that take the Britax Willow S
You'll need one of these adapters.
Adapter you need
BOB Jogging stroller adapter for Britax ClickTight seatsabout $94.99 · for 2 seats below
Mockingbird strollers that take the Britax Willow S
You'll need this adapter.
* The maker names the model but not which version; open the card for what to check.
Doesn't fit (1)
Key specs
- Child weight
- 4–30 lb
- Child height
- up to 32 in
- Carrier weight
- 9.2 lb
- Expires
- 6 years after it was made
About the Britax Willow S
The Britax Willow S is a rear-facing infant car seat for babies from 4 to 30 lb and up to 32 in tall. The carrier alone weighs 9.2 lb. Base: alpine base with ClickTight installation; Quick-Push LATCH connectors. Britax gives it a 6-year life from the date of manufacture. List price: $279.99. Britax points to fits 4 to 30 lb, clicktight base install, anti-rebound bar on base, baseless belt path and 4 more; see the details below.
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4 strollers take it according to the makers. By kind: 1 full-size stroller and 3 jogging strollers. The lightest pairing we have figures for is the Mockingbird Single Stroller 2.0 at 27 lb, about 36.2 lb with the carrier on.
Summary from the makers' published data.
Highlights
- Fits 4 to 30 lbFor babies from 4 to 30 lb and under 32 inches tall. Britax product page
- ClickTight base installThe Alpine base installs by opening it, threading and buckling the belt, then closing it. Britax product page
- Anti-rebound bar on baseThe Alpine base has a ReboundReduce stability bar that helps keep the seat from moving. Britax product page
- Baseless belt pathAn extra belt path on the back of the seat lets you install it without the base. Britax product page
- Adjustable fit for babyThe RightSize system adjusts at the hips, shoulders and between the legs. Britax product page
- UPF 50+ canopyThe canopy is UPF 50+ with a flip-down visor; some fashions add a peek-a-boo window. Britax product page
- No added FR chemicalsSafeWash fabrics are naturally flame-retardant and can be machine washed and dried. Britax product page
- Side-impact testedBritax says it is side-impact tested to FMVSS 213a. Britax product page
Build your travel system
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List prices from the makers; stores and sales vary.
Compare the Willow S with similar infant seats
The closest seats of the same kind by weight and price. Every figure is the maker's.
| BritaxWillow SThis one | ClekLiingo | ChiccoKeyFit 30 | ChiccoKeyFit 35 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carrier weight | 9.2 lb | 9 lb | 9.5 lb | 10 lb |
| Baby weight up to | 30 lb | 30 lb | 30 lb | 35 lb |
| Baby height up to | 32 in | 32 in | 30 in | 32 in |
| Without the base | — | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| On a plane | — | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Expires after | 6 yrs | 9 yrs | 6 yrs | 6 yrs |
| Strollers that fit | 4 | 12 | 16 | 15 |
| …with no adapter | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 |
| List price | $279.99 | $299.99 | $229.99 | $229.99 |
| Check price | Check price | Check price | Check price |
Common problems with the Britax Willow S
- Attach the seat to the adapters that come with the Prism; it can face you or face forward.
- Push it down until it clicks into place.
- Gently lift the car seat to check it is fully locked onto the adapters.
- Follow the adapter and car seat steps in the user guide.
- The Willow S fits the Britax Aspen and Alpine bases.
- Britax's infant car seat base compatibility chart has the full details.
- Find the serial label on the seat.
- The date of manufacture is printed on that label.
- Many seats made after 2018 also print the expiration date on the same label.
- If you only see the manufacture date, check the Warnings section of the user guide for how long the seat can be used and count from that date.
- Look on the inside of the stroller frame, just above the basket.
- Britax says its strollers do not have an expiration date, unlike its car seats.
- Britax seats generally expire 6 to 10 years after the date of manufacture; it depends on the model.
- Your car seat manual gives the exact period for your seat.
- Stop using the seat once it reaches that date.
- Open the user guide for your seat.
- It has a diagram that shows where the serial label sits on that model.
- Britax posts its user guides on its website if you have lost the paper copy.
- Press the release button on the lower connector adjuster and pull the strap to make it loose.
- Open the ClickTight panel.
- Unclip the lower connectors and pull them out of the belt path.
- Lift the base (or seat) out of the car.
- Unbuckle the car's seat belt.
- Open the ClickTight panel.
- Pull the seat belt out of the belt path.
- Lift the base (or seat) out of the car.
The Britax Willow S: pros and cons
Why parents pick it
Nothing stands out in the makers' data.
Keep in mind
- Only 4 strollers listed for it. (from the makers' fit charts)
- Rated to 30 lb, lower than most (32 lb), so babies outgrow it sooner. (compared with the strollers and seats we list)
- 6-year life from manufacture. (maker)
Manuals and downloads
Straight from the makers. The manual that came with your product is the one to follow.
Frequently asked questions (11)
What are the weight and height limits of the Britax Willow S?
4–30 lb, up to 32 in tall.
How much does the Britax Willow S carrier weigh?
9.2 lb without the base.
When does the Britax Willow S expire?
6 years after the date it was made; the date is on the seat's label.
What base does the Britax Willow S use?
Alpine base with ClickTight installation; Quick-Push LATCH connectors.
Can I buy an extra Britax base?
Willow, Willow S, Willow SC and Cypress infant seats all fit the Aspen and Alpine bases, and those two bases take only these seats.
Which strollers does the Britax Willow S fit?
4 strollers, according to the makers: 0 take it with no adapter, 4 with one adapter.
Does the Britax Willow S fit the Mockingbird Single Stroller 2.0?
Yes, with the Mockingbird 4-in-1 car seat adapter.
Does the Britax Willow S fit the BOB Wayfinder?
Yes, with the BOB Wayfinder universal car seat adapter.
Does the Britax Willow S fit the BOB Revolution Flex 3.0?
Yes, with the BOB Jogging stroller adapter for Britax ClickTight seats.
How much does the Britax Willow S cost?
Britax lists it at $279.99. Store prices and sales vary.
How do I know the Willow S is properly clicked onto the Prism stroller?
Attach the seat to the adapters that come with the Prism; it can face you or face forward. Push it down until it clicks into place. Gently lift the car seat to check it is fully locked onto the adapters. Follow the adapter and car seat steps in the user guide.
Specifications
Weight and size
| Carrier weight (no base) | 9.2 lb3 |
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Base, safety and travel
| Base | Alpine base with ClickTight installation; Quick-Push LATCH connectors2 |
|---|---|
| Expires after | 6 years2 |
Price and dates
| List price | $279.992 |
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From the makers' fit charts
| Strollers that fit | 4 |
|---|---|
| …with no adapter | 0 |