Is this easy enough to open that a 4 year old would be strong enough to lift and open it?
1422248
I would say no as long as the gate is properly closed, it would be very,very difficult for a 4 year old.
1422249
I don't think so, personally. It has a double lock, so they have to twist the locking mechanism and then push it over and lift up the actual gate part to open it. A smart 4 year old would figure it out but, i don't think would be strong enough.
1422250
My 2 year old grandchild can close it but not open it. It also has a lock to prevent it from being opened.
1422251
I think with enough training and a little strength, a 4 year old may be strong and smart enough to do it. I have 4 yr old nephews I think I could teach how to open it. I doubt they'd figure out how to do it on their own.
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.
1422253
I would think yes. however, the child's height may be a factor. Rather than pull the gate up to lift, the child may have to push it upward and pull or push.
694175
Yes, very easy to open for anyone. It clicks to secure the top, but there is a lip at the edge that is easy to push up.
2276939
Yes, a four year old can easily operate it. The horzontal orange piece at the bottom is how it shoots. You just push and pull that piece forward and back. Have fun!
164456
It's simple but not simple enough for a 4 year old. They are a snug fit so it would be tough for a little one in my opinion
1026713
I doubt if a little kid could get it open, it is really well designed. push button is easy, buy with confidence, this is a well made container.
1712371
I don't think it's supposed to be that hard to open. Mine is very easy to open with little to no resistance at all.
749613
No. My granddaughter and grandson were 4 yrs old and able to open the door.
1565003
Yes,opens easy..push button and lift gate up and in or out direction..would recommend
1145080
yes. my three yr old can open the door. he can bang hard enough and the door opens. the latch doesn't grip well enough on the frame.
2100954
My 1 1/2 year old can get the smaller ones open after some hard work the bottle one is a little harder but for a 4-5 year old it's the perfect size and they should be able to open it. It's really secure I haven't had any leaks and the tops are a flexible hard plastic.
2116373
My toddler is two years old he can't open it he's not strong enough. My other son was 4 1/2 years old when we bought it and he was able to open it.
1011760
My granddaughter had no problems lifting it. Unless he's quite small he should have no trouble.
1515657
It is not hard to open, I can open it with one hand while holding the baby. My 8 years old has no problems either. Hope this helps.
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.
677429
My honest opinion, yes. It is not that hard for children these days to figure it out. Especially, if they have seen you open it. I hope my opinion helps :)
1636959
To "unlock" the lock, it requires the user to push the mechanism in while sliding it to the other side. I think, with a little practice, your 4 year old could do it.
1226166
My 6 year old can, I'll try it out on my 3 year old tomorrow and update. I believe I have seen him open it before though.