Toddleroo Easy Swing & Lock Series 2 (standard / Tall) vs Toddleroo Stairway Secure

Side-by-side specs from each maker.

Only the differences are shown.

Toddleroo by North States Tall Easy Swing & Lock Gate Series 2 (5052) opened; standard model not openedToddleroo by North States Stairway Secure Gate 8691/8694
TypeHardware-mounted gateHardware-mounted gate
Mounthardwarehardware
Stairs (maker's words)"When using at the top of the stairs, never allow the gate to swing over the stairs.""The Stairway Secure Gate has no threshold to step over and will not swing out over stairs"
Fits openingsNot listed27-41 in
HeightNot listed27 in
Walk-through doorYesYes
One-hand openYes, per the makerYes, per the maker
MaterialSteel/metalPlastic
Standards (maker's words)"Baby Safety Alliance and ASTM certified""Baby Safety Alliance and ASTM certified"
Maker's warningsInstall with screws into a solid surface such as a wooden stud, not drywall anchors; close gently by handAttach directly to a solid surface such as a wooden stud

Toddleroo Easy Swing & Lock Series 2 (standard / Tall)

Hardware-mounted metal swing gate in standard and Tall versions that locks when pushed closed.

  • Tall version 36 in
  • One-hand opening
  • The maker says it must be closed by hand
  • Needs a solid surface for screws

Toddleroo Stairway Secure

Plastic hardware-mounted swing gate with no threshold, listed for stairs and hallways.

  • No threshold
  • One-hand latch
  • Low price
  • Plastic
  • Needs a stud or solid surface