Evenflo GoTime LX Booster Car Seat

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Refreshed on: March 28, 2025

Evenflo GoTime LX Booster Car Seat

Brand: Evenflo
Price: $39
Snoop Score:
6.3
Sentiment
6.7
Popularity
2.9
Technical
7.4

Snoop's Take

The Evenflo GoTime LX Booster Car Seat in Astro Blue is designed to provide safety and comfort for children transitioning from a high back to a no back booster. With features like easy height adjustments and a lightweight design, it supports children weighing between 40 to 120 lbs and 4 years and older, while ensuring parents can use it with convenience. Many parents appreciate the ease of installation and adjustment, with one noting, "this has saved our backs so much," while others commend its thoughtful design, making car trips significantly easier. However, some users express concerns about the booster seat's safety compared to a 5-point harness, highlighting a mix of positive and critical feedback regarding safety standards and installation confusion. Based on the feedback, the Evenflo GoTime LX is recommended for those looking for a practical and user-friendly booster seat, especially for families that prioritize ease of use and travel convenience. However, parents should weigh safety concerns based on their child's needs and travel circumstances.

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The rotating portion is SO HELPFUL for my back, and also in places where either the traffic is on her side of the car.

Positive Feedback

I noticed that both of you are tall and that just may be an issue with all rotating car seats.

Negative Feedback
Product
6.3
Evenflo GoTime LX Booster Car Seat
Long Road Trips
2 / 10
Everyday Commuting
2 / 10
Child Growth Adaptability
2 / 10
Easy Maintenance
2 / 10
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What it does well!

Key strengths users can’t stop talking about.
Ease of installation and adjustment
The rotating portion is SO HELPFUL for my back, and also in places where either the traffic is on her side of the car.
I love not having to reach in and around and having my back turned to a parking lot for safety reasons.
Convenience of rotating feature
We have it and love it.
Support for parents with different heights
this has saved our backs so much.
Lightweight for travel
Lightweight and has a pretty tall harness.
I think it's the right combo of light weight (for traveling on the plane) and safety for our situation.
Safety features with harness option
I think I see more critical/dangerous errors in boosters than any other car seat.
Ease of flying with car seat instructions
Some guidance on flying with a car seat like not checking it, etc.
Well-designed for ease of use
Honestly, the thing is a tank. It is very well designed.
It has made all car trips and daycare pick ups a million times easier.

Where it needs some work!

Areas to watch—feedback on possible improvements.
Installation confusion
I noticed that both of you are tall and that just may be an issue with all rotating car seats.
Confusion about using the harness on airplanes
I am generally confused how the 5 point harness can be achieved on the airplane seat.
I’ll be honest, Spirit Airlines doesn’t give much space so it could be tight.
Concerns about booster seat safety
Evenflo booster seats put profits over child safety.
No booster seat is as safe as a 5-point harness.
Concerns about safety standards and testing
I think the government should release crash safety tests like they do with vehicles so we can see how different brands compare vs their marketing hype.

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Core Power Plays

The specs and strengths that make it shine.
Removable padding for cleaning
Car seats aren’t cheap. I’d try to use some elbow grease first to see if that helps before spending another $250-350 on a new (or gently used) car seat.
Yeah, when our son threw up, we machine washed the removable part. It might be a little hard to remove/put back on, but worth it.
you should be able to google the manual, which should include cleaning instructions.
Can confirm, most of the stuff that isn't plastic can be removed and washed.

Hidden Hero Hacks

Unexpected tricks and side‑door uses you’ll love.
Car seats can be used on planes for safety and comfort
Flying with Carseats We will be flying with a 2 years old and a 3 months old at the end of October.
It is safer for the kid, the kid is more comfortable and we need the car seat anyway when we land so it makes it easy for everybody.
Flight attendants have told me in the past it is THE SAFEST way to take a baby and toddler on a plane.

Buyer’s Cheat Sheet

What to check before you click ‘Add to Cart.’
The importance of using a car seat when flying
If a different seat isn’t an option then I’d go for the 4Ever.
Confusion about gate checking car seats
There seems to be a ton of choices for booster seats.
Recommendations for air travel car seats
Is there one you recommend for air travel?
do you know if the Graco 4Ever will fit in aircanada?
Recommendations for budget car seats for travel
I've been looking at the budget options for seats that I wouldn't worry about getting abused during transit.
Every website I've ever read about traveling with children mentions the Cosco Scenera Next.
I’d say they were both okay seats, and would be fine for travel.
Discussion on appropriate car seat types for different ages and weights
I was looking at the Evenflo maestro cause he fits the requirements for the harnessed mode.
The Maestro is not an option. It harnesses to 50 pounds.
The maestro only harnesses to 50lbs, the 100 is in booster mode and he's not ready for that at 2.
A combination seat (sometimes called harnessed booster) would be appropriate.
Recommendations for cleaning methods
You can take the belt straps off to clean/sanitize too!
Discussion on car seat choices for travel
I want to bring a carseat on the plane for her but not sure what the best one is.
Nice! Might have to invest in one of those instead the Finale.
General recommendations for harness booster seats
Happy to pay for the best combination of the above.
I do love it as a booster! But as a harness seat incredibly difficult to install in many vehicles.
If not I would go with a seat like Costco Finale or Evenflo Maestro, so they don’t chew another pricey seat.
Comparison of multiple car seat models
It’s also super sturdy and my toddler seems very comfy in it.
the Green model has no chemical flame retardant.
Discussion on alternative car seat options
It's perfect for Ubers, cabs, and the like since you don't have to lug a seat around.
The Evenflo Maestro is a good choice.
Or maybe Graco Tranzitions if you’d want to use it in one of your vehicles more longterm.
Discussion on car seat use in airplanes
But my car seat has two labels: "Restrain certified on aircraft when used with harness" and "Not certified on aircraft when used without harness".
I flew with my 1.5 y/o on my lap and just checked the carseat.
Discussion on proper car seat use and transitions
Most important is to install correctly, use correctly, and transition to next seat as late as possible.
Best thing you can do is keep them rear facing as long as possible and then in the 5 point harness as long as possible!
Each family has a different seat that works really well for them.
Try them out a bit. Hold them, see how heavy, if you like the handle, etc. An infant seat is fine
General recommendations for car seat safety
Sharing my comment on the other thread over here:

Cautionary Callouts

Know the pitfalls before they catch you off guard.
Challenges of cleaning car seats
Yeah I'd just suck it up and clean it. Kids are messy.
The worst part is when it gets into the buckles that the straps go through.
Concerns about using car seats on slippery covers
Infant car seat install on top of dog seat cover? Hey folks, We have a cover for our bench seat in
It’s not recommended, because the seat can slip on the cover.
The issue is that the covers are often a slippery material which can cause more slippage than the car seat material.
Looks like it's less about slipping and more about a thick fabric or grippy fabric making for a shitty install.
Discussion on warranty and safety concerns
It could also void your insurance if you were to ever get into a car accident.
if you used products not designed to be used with the car seat it could void it.
Concerns about rideshare acceptance of non-traditional car seats
Have you had any issues with the rideshare drivers accepting it?
Never had an Uber driver remotely care whether my kid is secured safely. 😬
some other comments online say the drivers might push back since it doesn't look like a car seat... time will tell I guess
In fact, I’ve had a couple drivers who have kids want the name of it so they can get one.
Discussion on car seat safety practices
Not wearing seat belt & over speeding.
Confusion about recall notices
Don’t flip out. It’s a registration card issue.
Freaked out, checked the link out, read what the actual issue was, and rolled my eyes.
The 'recall' is not a real recall.
This should have been handled by an email from Evenflo and/or the retailer that does not use the word 'recall' or 'safety'.
Discussion on recalls and installation errors
I loved the baby city jogger, but was discouraged to hear it doesn’t have a rebound bar.
Both are great! I love them! They are the best car seat.
Concerns about the focus of safety articles on specific brands
Agree that article was overly focused on evenflo.
Discussion about the need for transparency in car seat safety testing
Evenflo, Maker of the Big Kid Booster Seat, Put Profits Over Child Safety.
The suggested article on car seats and boosters is another good read.

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