Hi Fee,

We have a safe n sound royale - its being used for DD#2 at the moment. I still have it rear facing (shes 8 months).
I dont know what model is out thesedays, but we got one with a detachable sun visor (which proved pretty pointless, it kinda got in the way if you ask me)and one with side pockets to stash small toys, dummies, bibs etc. Ive found this the best feature of this car seat. Ive had other mothers comment too on how handy it is to have a little side pocket attached to the seat. We spent over $400 and that was 3 years ago. It still looks new after 2 children !!

Good luck.