Regalo Easy Step Walk-Thru Gate

The Regalo Easy Step is an all-metal walk-through gate that holds in place with pressure mounts, so you can put it in a doorway without drilling. Wall cups and hardware are included.

Who it suits

Renters and anyone gating a doorway, hallway or the bottom of the stairs. It is not for the top of stairs.

Key facts

• Fits openings 29 to 32 inches wide, or 35.5 to 38.5 inches with the included 6 inch extension; it will not fit 32 to 35 inches without an extra 4 inch extension (Regalo)
• 30 inches tall, with a 16 inch walk-through door and 2 inch gaps between bars (Regalo)
• Pressure mounts; you must install the wall cups to keep the gate in place (Regalo)
• To prevent falls, never use at top of stairs (Regalo)

What reviewers say

Reviewed named it the best value baby gate: installation was quick and easy and it felt solid. Testers disliked the slim 16 inch opening, which meant turning sideways, and the odd two-step handle. We did not test it ourselves.

Pros and cons

• Pro: Quick, easy installation that felt solid (Reviewed)
• Pro: No drilling needed in a doorway
• Pro: Maker says it also suits medium to large dogs
• Con: Narrow 16 in opening; testers turned sideways to get through (Reviewed)
• Con: Odd two-step handle (Reviewed)
• Con: Will not fit openings between 32 and 35 in without an extra extension, per the maker

Cautions

• Regalo says never use it at the top of stairs. Use it in doorways, hallways or at the bottom of stairs.
• Regalo says to install the wall cups so the gate cannot be pushed out.
• A gate is not a way to leave a dog shut away for long; Dogs Trust advises not leaving a dog alone for more than four hours.