Does the gates open easily or do you have to step over to get to the child? Wanting to get one but my mother may not be able to step over
339225
This doesn't actually have a gate. Each section can be disconnected to open, but it isn't a quick one step thing. Typically you have to step over or reach into the pen. I am 5'9" and it is a pretty big step.
1279746
I do child care into home and have 3 and 4 yr olds as well as younger. The youngest that has been able to open the gate was a 5 yr old.
478926
Yes the door opens, but sometimes its hard to close it correctly (I can close it without any issues, but my 2 year old can not).
1422252
It would take a bit of coordination to hold the release button and lift at the same time for a 4 year old, but I guess it is possible. My 2 year old granddaughter cannot open the gate. I have been quite pleased with the gate overall.
274678
we were able to attach the safety gate which doesn't touch the ground. It is hinged on one side and opens up but there is no way to keep it to stay open and it takes a bit of the step room as well as it hits you because it wants to close. We are installing a hook and eye thing to it to secure it open when in use and hope that will work.
1565003
Yes,opens easy..push button and lift gate up and in or out direction..would recommend
2077220
The door opens very easily with one hand. The opening is VERY wide and can easily be walked through normally. I especially like that the door swings both ways, which makes it easier to walk through in both directions.
1172162
There are two doors one on the upper levels and one beneath it. So I believe that you can leave it open and they should be able to get in and out
1652848
Oh yes. Very easily. The only thing is it can be a lil loud if you don't hold the button down with one hand while retracting the gate - but it's not a reason NOT to buy it. It's a great gate.Just read other people's responses and I'm not sure why they can't open it with one hand but mine is fully operable with one hand. My very active 17 month old squirmy daughter does not hinder my one handed operation of this gate lol.
1910967
I don't think a 4 year old could open it. You have to pull the latch up while simultaneously lifting the gate door off a piece at the bottom. It is easy to operate once you get the hang of it but does require some strength. I do highly recommend this gate -- high quality, works well, looks nice, and the stay open feature is great.
1546008
It wouldn't be easy for a 5 year old to open it up, however I wouldn't recommend this gate for a kid that age, the gate isn't that strong, if he tries to climb it it may colapse. I honestly wouldn't trust this for my kid. I bought it for my chihuahua and it works great for her, however, it is too weak for a child.
100272
hi, the gate is awesome, but it is a little tough to open. but we like that. yes it can be opened with one hand after you understand how it works.hope this helps
2102078
we've never had a problem opening/closing the gate. I'm able to do it 1-handed while holding my son. You just slide the oval-shaped locking piece back, pull the gate/door up, & push it open. If the locking piece is stiff maybe try oiling it? Sorry I'm not much help.
1053563
The gate works well for us and even my 48 year old husband has a bit of difficulty opening it. Honestly, it would probably be quite difficult for either child to open but not impossible. The latch is a basic lever type latch. You push the lever down and a claw latch opens. You still have to maneuver it out of the eye hook that it is in. So, it would be difficult, but a determined four year old may eventually get it. I have to say that it's worth the try. It is a great gate and you can remove it from the eye hooks if you want to take it down for a bit.
1252672
I'm 5' 0" and can't step over it :-) ! The gate is a little hard to open, so they may have some trouble depending on how strong they are. If you don't want them opening it, you could probably put a strap around it. It is a nice sturdy gate, I took 2 panels off to use as a gate. 4 panels are big enough for my Maltese. Good luck.
2077221
I read that people couldn't get it open with one hand. As long as it is installed properly, which is not difficult, it can be opened with one hand. You may have to play with how tight you adjust it when installing. The gate is plenty wide. I can walk through it while my big dog walks through it at the same time
792985
you have to push it closed...it moves easily tho and is easy to latch w one hand...looks great. great gate. higher than most too for when they start climbing.