Which strollers does the Doona Doona X fit?
No maker has published which strollers take this car seat yet.
Key specs
- Child weight
- up to 30 lb
- Child height
- up to 32 in
- Carrier weight
- 19.6 lb
- Install
- With the base or without
- On a plane
- Only without the base
- Expires
- 7 years after it was made
About the Doona Doona X
The Doona Doona X is a rear-facing infant car seat for babies up to 30 lb and up to 32 in tall. The carrier alone weighs 19.6 lb. Base: doona X LATCH Base. Doona says it is approved for use on aircraft. Doona gives it a 7-year life from the date of manufacture. List price: $850. Doona points to three recline positions, headrest moves the harness, handlebar as anti-rebound bar, shock absorbers and 4 more; see the details below.
Summary from the makers' published data.
Highlights
- Three recline positionsHas 3 recline positions, the flattest at 159 degrees. Doona product page
- Headrest moves the harnessHeadrest and 5-point harness adjust together, no rethreading. Doona product page
- Handlebar as anti-rebound barThe handlebar has two heights and acts as an anti-rebound bar. Doona product page
- Shock absorbersHas a shock-absorbing mechanism. Doona product page
- Three modesUse it as a car seat, pulled along, or as a stroller; folds with a button. Doona product page
- Washable textilesFabrics zip off and are washable. Doona product page
- Child size rangeFor babies up to 30 lb and 17-32 in, rear-facing only. Doona product page
- What's in the boxIncludes a LATCH base, infant insert and vehicle seat protector. Doona product page
Compare the Doona X with similar infant seats
The closest seats of the same kind by weight and price. Every figure is the maker's.
| DoonaDoona XThis one | DoonaDoona+ | EvenfloShyft DualRide | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carrier weight | 19.6 lb | 17.2 lb | 8 lb |
| Baby weight up to | 30 lb | 30 lb | 35 lb |
| Baby height up to | 32 in | 32 in | 32 in |
| Without the base | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| On a plane | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Expires after | 7 yrs | 7 yrs | 6 yrs |
| Strollers that fit | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| …with no adapter | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| List price | $850 | $550 | $549.99 |
| Check price | Check price | Check price |
How to use the Doona Doona X
Step-by-step guides from the maker's manual. Pick one.
Canopy
- 1To remove the sunshade: pull the snaps out of the canopy hinges and unzip the sunshade fabric from the seat back.
- 2Pull out the 2 sunshade snaps on the back of the backrest cover, then pull the spine out of the hinges and slide the fabric off.
- 3To refit: slide the spine into the sunshade sleeve and zip the sunshade back onto the seat back.
- 4Push the spine into the canopy hinges and click it into the hinge slots, then click the snaps back onto the hinges.
Retold from Doona manual (PDF).
Common problems with the Doona Doona X
- On the Doona+ this is normal; the wheels are quick to come out.
- To soften it, lift the seat only a little so the wheels open against the ground, not in mid-air.
- The Doona X has a slower release built in.
- The Doona X has a single pedal: step on it to lock, step on it again to release.
- The older Doona+ uses two pedals, one to lock and one to release.
- Look at the sticker on the bottom of the Doona. It shows the model number and manufacturing date.
- Seats made before July 1, 2026 have a recommended service life of 6 years from that date.
- Seats made on or after July 1, 2026 have 7 years.
- The base has its own sticker on its bottom.
The Doona Doona X: pros and cons
Why parents pick it
- Approved for use on aircraft. (maker)
- 7-year life from manufacture. (maker)
Keep in mind
- Heavier carrier than most: 19.6 lb (typical 9.5 lb). (compared with the strollers and seats we list)
- Rated to 30 lb, lower than most (32 lb), so babies outgrow it sooner. (compared with the strollers and seats we list)
Frequently asked questions (11)
What are the weight and height limits of the Doona Doona X?
up to 30 lb, up to 32 in tall.
Can you use the Doona Doona X without the base?
Yes. Doona's manual describes 2 ways to install it with no base: with the European belt path; with a lap belt.
How do I install the Doona Doona X?
Doona's manual gives 4 ways: without the base, with the European belt path; without the base, with a lap belt; with the base, using LATCH; with the base, using the car's seat belt.
Is the Doona Doona X FAA approved?
Yes, but the maker approves it for aircraft only without the base.
When does the Doona Doona X expire?
7 years after the date it was made; the date is on the seat's label.
Can I buy an extra Doona base?
Only a Doona fits the Doona LATCH base, and a Doona doesn't fit other brands' bases.
When do I use or remove the Doona Doona X infant insert?
Use the infant insert if your baby weighs under 11 lbs, or if the shoulders are below the lowest shoulder strap level without it. Place the infant insert in the seat.
How much does the Doona Doona X cost?
Doona lists it at $850. Store prices and sales vary.
How is the brake different on the Doona X?
The Doona X has a single pedal: step on it to lock, step on it again to release. The older Doona+ uses two pedals, one to lock and one to release.
Specifications
Weight and size
| Carrier weight (no base) | 19.6 lb1 |
|---|
Price and dates
| List price | $8501 |
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From the makers' fit charts
| Strollers that fit | 0 |
|---|---|
| …with no adapter | 0 |
| Ways to install (maker's manual) | 4 |
| Step-by-step guides | 7 |