Extra Wide Extra Tall Retractable Baby Gate - Fits up to 71in Wide

In this review of the Extra Wide Extra Tall Retractable Baby Gate, the bottom line is straightforward: it is a practical solution for households that need a high and wide barrier for children and pets. The reviewer found it especially useful where standard gates are too narrow or too short, because it extends to 71in and reaches 39.3in tall while allowing the mesh to fully retract when not in use. Installation requires hardware mounting to rigid surfaces, so the product is best for doorways, hallways and stairways with solid walls or posts.

Key Features

• Extra wide coverage: Extends up to 71in to block wide openings such as large doorways and open plan entrances where standard gates fall short.
• Tall mesh barrier: At 39.3in tall the gate provides added height to contain curious toddlers and larger pets more effectively than lower options.
• Retractable mesh: The mesh can be completely retracted away when not in use, preserving a full-width walk-through without a permanent visual barrier.
• Hardware-mounted installation: Includes stainless steel screws, catch mounts and wall spacers for a secure mount to rigid surfaces, improving durability and stability.
• One-handed operation: Push and turn to unlock, pull and hook to close, and push and turn to lock again for convenient single-handed use when carrying a child or items.
• Standards tested: Built to meet or exceed ASTM and EN safety standards, so it aligns with common safety expectations for child barriers.

Who It's For

This gate is aimed at families and pet owners who need a wide, tall safety barrier that still allows a full walk-through when not in use. It works well for stair tops and bottoms, wide hallways, and rooms with deep openings where a traditional framed gate cannot reach.

It is not ideal for renters or temporary installs where drilling into plasterboard, timber or hardwall is not allowed or where surfaces are not structurally sound. Buyers who need a pressure-mounted or quick portable barrier should look elsewhere.

Pros & Cons

Pros

• Very wide reach up to 71in covers openings most conventional gates cannot.
• Taller height at 39.3in gives better containment for active toddlers and larger pets.
• Included stainless steel screws, catch mounts and wall spacers make for a secure hardware installation.
• Mesh retracts fully so the gate is unobtrusive when not needed.

Cons

• Requires drilling into rigid surfaces and a proper structural mount, so not suited to noninvasive or temporary setups.
• Hardware-mounted design can be more work to install compared with pressure-mounted alternatives.

Specifications

Brand	EasyBaby
Maximum width	Fits openings up to 71in
Height	39.3in (100cm)
Mount type	Hardware mounted (screws and catch mounts included)
Installation surfaces	Rigid surfaces such as plasterboard, timber or hardwall
Included components	Stainless steel screws, catch mounts, wall spacers, installation templates
Standards	Meets or exceeds ASTM and EN safety standards

Our Verdict

The EasyBaby Extra Wide Extra Tall Retractable Gate is a solid choice for homes that need a wide, tall, and retractable safety barrier for children and pets. It offers good build quality, simple one-handed operation and the advantage of a retractable mesh when you want an unobstructed opening; however, it requires a proper hardware mount, so it is best for homeowners or installations on structurally sound surfaces. For those needs it represents good value.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can this gate be used outdoors?
Yes, it is suitable for indoor and outdoor use provided it is mounted to rigid, structurally sound surfaces.

Does it require drilling?
Yes, it is a hardware-mounted gate and requires pilot holes: 2.5mm for timber and 5mm for hardwall.

Will the mesh retract fully when not in use?
Yes, the mesh can be completely retracted away so the full walk-through is available.