Hands Free Gate

Pros: no way is my little guy getting through it, hands free, easy to use

Cons: pricey

The Bottom Line: Wonderful gate! It will keep your child safe!

Review: Why we got this gate... When my son started to crawl forward then we knew it was time to get those gates up. The problem was we only had one (S afety First Perfect Fit Gate) and we weren't all that happy with ...

Pros: hands-free operation, sturdy

Cons: expensive initial cost

The Bottom Line: This gate would be perfect for any doorway needing a safety gate.

Review: When our son started crawling before 6 months of age, we came to that second stage first time parents go through - finding out just how much in our house is absolutely not baby-proof. While we wanted him to have as much space to explore as possible, ...

Pros: Truly hands-free, super sturdy, super durable, pressure-mount

Cons: Limits on location, expensive extension kit, can kill paint if you aren't careful

The Bottom Line: I recommend this to any parent. It has served us well and kept our baby safe.

Review: My husband and I first bought 2 of the First Years Hands-Free Gate to contain our overly energetic 70-pound yellow lab, and they remain in service now that our little girl is crawling and trying to walk. The gate features a foot pedal that a grown-up push ...

Pros: Easy to open, easy push closure (usually), very sturdy, actually has some resale value

Cons: Might force doorframe out of square, can't be raised for taller kids due to footpedal

The Bottom Line: The easiest operating best-made gate I've found. Used 5 years no problems yet (me & original owner)

Review: I found one of these hands-free metal baby gates by First Years a couple of years ago at a garage sale for $10. After cleaning with some 409, the thing looked like new even though the original owner said they'd used it for 3 years. We've been using it ...

Pros: Secure pressure mounted; toddler-proof; great for a doorway

Cons: Squeaky foot pedal

The Bottom Line: I recommend this gate for anyone with a small child. It is sturdy when pressure-mounted and definitely child-proof!

Review: I did extensive research before making my 6th gate purchase! Throughout our house we had 5 gates, 4 different types--each serving its own distinct purpose. However, when we moved our 19 month old into his "big boy" bed (twin bed with nothing to keep ...

Pros: Hands free; easy to install; stays put

Cons: price $50

The Bottom Line: If you need HANDS FREE operation this is a great gate--if you don't NEED hands free, look at the less expensive Evenflo Swing Gate.

Review: I was inclined to purchase this hands free gate without as much comparison shopping as I normally do because I had seen three in use at a friends house for two years now--with no problems. Hesitating only because of a bad past experience with another ...

Pros: Easy for an adult to open and shut. No holes in the walls.

Cons: Bottom spindle pushed in but still works great! I could probably fix it.

The Bottom Line: Buy this gate. It is sturdy, easily moveable, can withstand the abuse of a toddler, easy to open and shut for an adult.

Review: We purchased this gate for the bottom of our stairs to keep our toddler from going up the steps. It has since been moved to the doorway of my now almost 3 year old's room to make sure he does not come down the steps. This gate has accomplished above ...

Pros: Function, ease of use and installation, safety aspects.

Cons: Pedal

The Bottom Line: A must have for all parents to add to their safety equipment at home.

Review: I got one of these gates when I had my first daughter eight years ago. I do have to say that the pedal can be a bit more sturdy. After a few months it broke but I called the company and within a day I had a new one. Their customer service is great and ...

Pros: great hands free, child proof

Cons: had to travel to purchase it

The Bottom Line: It is the best gate on the market for ease and reliability. If you try it after using other gates, there is no comparison!

Review: We love our first years hands free gate! We went and bought another one! All of our friends went a ...

Pros: Hands free, easy to use, very sturdy

Cons: More expensive than cheaper plastic gates

The Bottom Line: This is the best gate I have found. Easy to use, strong, and doesn't tear up the walls. Well worth the extra money!!

Review: Best gate I have found!!!! Fits door between 29-34 inches wide. But you can get 5 inch extenders.Eve ...