Graco TurboBooster 2.0
Safety notice: NHTSA recall 16C-004 covered original TurboBooster seats made 22 Dec 2015 to 5 Apr 2016, because the instructions left out that the seat must be buckled in when empty. It does not name the TurboBooster 2.0. Check your seat's model number and date of manufacture at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Pros
- About 9 lb, easy to carry and swap
- Open belt guides make self-buckling easy for young kids
- Hideaway cup holders save space
Cons
- No LATCH, so it must be buckled in when empty
- Plain build, with basic foam padding
Our Verdict: Graco TurboBooster 2.0
The Graco TurboBooster 2.0 scored 72 out of 100 across the three criteria we score every booster seat on, and took Best No-Frills High-Back in our booster seat guide.
Simplicity is the pitch. It's light, the open belt guides make self-buckling intuitive for a young child, and the cup holders tuck into the base.
There's no LATCH, so the seat has to be buckled in whenever it's empty, and the build is plain plastic with basic padding.
Our Analysis, Comparisons and Test Results
Crash test
6.5 out of ten. Meets the baseline in both the high-back and backless modes.
Weight & size
8 out of ten. Featherlight and easy to carry or swap between cars.
Quality
7 out of ten. Straightforward plastic with basic foam padding, and a proven track record.
Should You Buy the Graco TurboBooster 2.0?
Buy it for a light, simple seat that moves between cars, carpools or grandparents.
If you want a seat that's anchored without buckling, pick the Alta V2, the Oobr or the RodiSport.
Because every booster seat here met the same three criteria, a low column is a trade-off rather than a defect. Work out which column you would notice, then buy on that.
What Other Car Seats Should You Consider?
We scored the Graco TurboBooster 2.0 against ten other booster seats on the same criteria. The three closest on score:
| Compare | Score | Award | Tested in |
|---|---|---|---|
| Graco TurboBooster 2.0 (this review) | 72 | Best No-Frills High-Back | Best Booster Seat 2026: 11 Seats Compared |
| Peg Perego Viaggio Flex 120 | 72 | Best Folding Booster | Best Booster Seat 2026: 11 Seats Compared |
| Diono Cambria 2 XL | 72 | Best for Bigger Kids | Best Booster Seat 2026: 11 Seats Compared |
| Britax Grow With You ClickTight | 73 | Best Harness-to-Booster Seat | Best Booster Seat 2026: 11 Seats Compared |
| Maxi-Cosi RodiSport | 73 | Best Straightforward Booster | Best Booster Seat 2026: 11 Seats Compared |
| BubbleBum Inflatable Booster | 68 | Best Travel Booster | Best Booster Seat 2026: 11 Seats Compared |
Specifications
| Type | High-back booster, converts to backless |
|---|---|
| Weight | About 9 lb (published figure) |
| Child limits | 40–100 lb, up to 57 in |
| Install | Belt only, no LATCH |
Conclusion: Graco TurboBooster 2.0
The TurboBooster 2.0 took the no-frills award with 72. Crash testing at 6.5 is its lowest mark, and weight at 8.0 is its best.
Our booster seat guide puts this score beside every other booster seat we scored, with the full comparison table.
Tested against 10 other car seats in Best Booster Seat 2026: 11 Seats Compared. See all car seats guides and reviews.