Qdos Crystal Designer Gate (Hardware Mount) vs Qdos Extending SafeGate

The Crystal Designer Gate (Hardware Mount) fits 29.5-44 in; the Extending SafeGate, 25.6-40.9 in. The Crystal Designer Gate (Hardware Mount) is 30.7 in tall; the Extending SafeGate, 29.9 in.

Only the differences are shown.

Qdos Crystal Designer Gate (Hardware Mount)Qdos Extending SafeGate
TypeHardware-mounted gateHardware-mounted gate
Mounthardwarehardware
Stairs (maker's words)"For use at both top and bottom of stairs""Ideal choice for the top of stairs; mount inside, outside, or at an angle up to 180 degrees; one-way stop prevents opening over stairs"
Fits openings29.5-44 in25.6-40.9 in
Height30.7 in29.9 in
Walk-through doorNot listedYes
One-hand openNot listedYes, per the maker
ExtensionsExtensions not availableNot listed
MaterialAcrylic (crystal-clear, professional-grade)Metal
Standards (maker's words)"It meets US and Canadian safety standards and the European standard for child safety gates""It meets US and Canadian standards and the European standard"
Maker's warningsMounts inside a door frame, flush outside an opening, or at an angle with FastMount rails (4 screws).Not listed

Qdos Crystal Designer Gate (Hardware Mount)

A hardware-mounted clear acrylic gate, 30.7 inches tall, fitting 29.5 to 44 inch openings with a dual-action lock and a locked/unlocked indicator.

  • Clear acrylic panels
  • FastMount rails with baseboard adapters
  • Lock status indicator
  • No extensions available
  • Width range is narrow

Qdos Extending SafeGate

A hardware-mounted metal gate, 29.9 inches tall, fitting 25.6 to 40.9 inch openings, with one-hand operation and a one-way stop.

  • One-way stop
  • White or Slate
  • Narrow width range