Overall, using a stair gate is an important safety measure to protect young children from the dangers of stairs, while also providing peace of mind for you as a parent. Summary

The Lindam by Munchkin Easy Fit Plus Deluxe Tall Stair Gate is taller than standard safety gates, measuring 91.44 cm from the floor to the top of the gate. Designed with families of children and pets in mind, it is the perfect solution for keeping your home safe, calm and stress free for everyone. It is assembled and ready to use and can be installed in 5 minutes. All tools are provided and the 4 point pressure fit frame means that it does not require drilling to the wall, whilst still providing ultimate strength when in position for complete peace of mind. While there's no statutory requirement to comply, most commercially sold stair gates will have been tested to meet safety standards BS EN1930:2011. Ensure that the gate opens towards the landing, not outwards towards the stairs, or you could fall forward while opening it. A stair gate helps prevent unintended access to your little one, for example, when your baby is crawling, it can stop them from being able to climb the stairs without you around to keep an eye on them. Stair gates are most commonly used at the top of stairs, meaning your child has to wait for you to take them down - great for when they can't do stairs or they're still a bit wobbly. A stair gate is also useful to have in place for older children at night, preventing an accidental turn down the stairs when your child gets up to go to the bathroom or comes into your room. You can also use them in doorways to allow or restrict access, say for example, for keeping dogs in a different room to your child. They're simple to fit, easy to use and provide great peace of mind." says Hayley.The construction and operation of the latch (on top) is very good. It allows one handed opening that is easy for an adult carrying items or a child for instance, but will defeat any attempt of a child trying to operate it. Pressure-fit stair gates are ideal for use in rented accommodation as installation requires absolutely no drilling. This type of stair gate comprises a U-shaped metal frame, which squeezes against your wall or bannister, holding the gate in place through pressure alone. It often requires a small cup to be applied to your wall with an adhesive, which the bolts of the gate then sit in. The key purpose of a stair gate is to keep your curious toddler away from anything that might cause them harm, including flights of stairs and busy kitchens.

Pressure-fit gates are very safe for use at the bottom of a staircase or in a doorway, as long as they’re installed correctly and regularly tightened as necessary. This baby stair gate is suitable for both top and bottom of the stairs, as well as doorways. It comes in 3 size options, of 75cm-80cm, 84cm-89cm and 96cm-101cm, which will suit most stairs in an average home with an average staircase. It stands at 77cm tall, which is great for all babies and most toddlers up to the age of around 3 years old. Keep scrolling to see the top five stair gates we recommend. If you're keen to learn more before investing in a stair gate, we also weigh up the pros and cons of different types, and answer common queries such as where and when to buy a stair gate, how tall it should be, and how to dispose of an old one. With our range of baby and child childproofing equipment and essentials you can prevent injury and accidents with ease and peace of mind. Although the BabyDan Guard Me is safe for use anywhere in your home, the best stair gate for use at the top of the stairs is the Safety 1st Wall Fix Extending Metal Gate, which is also the best screw-fit stair gate we tested.The most popular recommendations were pulled together to include in a longlist of approximately 30 stair gates, then whittled down to form our final shortlist. How we tested the stair gates The BabyDan Guard Me is the best stair gate to buy overall, but the retractable screen does have a bit of give to it, and it needs to be installed at least 9cm from the top of the staircase. Screw-fit stair gates are mounted onto your walls, screwing into your wall or bannister. The major advantage of this style is that the gate is secure and won’t move around once it’s installed, but the screws will cause minor damage to your walls that will need filling when the gate is removed. Screw-fit gates can be used in a variety of ways: at the top or bottom of a staircase, or in a doorway or other narrow opening. Pressure-fit stair gates First up then, is quality and cost. This baby stair gate is made of steel, and feels well made and sturdy. Install it correctly, and it’s not going to come loose and potentially fall on you or your child.