When I babyproofed my house, I originally installed a bunch of magnetic babyproof locks in the kitchen but it ended up being a huge hassle to open each one individually when I needed to get in the cabinet (ESPECIALLY my trash cabinet). I bought these latch locks hoping to make access easier for the adults in the house and this is my review/comparison between the two.
They are a decent price, reviews are pretty good for this particular brand, WAY easier to install than the magnetic locks, adhere very well and none have fallen off, open easy enough for adults but my 1 year old can't figure them out, and they're made of sturdy plastic.
The installation was super easy for me because there is a lip on top of all my cabinets so I didn't need to install the lip brackets that came with it. I can access my trash so much easier than before which was the main reason for getting these. I even messed up one, peeled it off, restuck it, and it's holding on super well so the adhesion is excellent and it didn't damage my cabinet when I peeled it off.
The only con is that the cabinet opens up a bit so you can access the lock mechanism. So my daughter occasionally pinches her fingers in the drawer when she's extra determined to get into one. Not a deal breaker but you just need to keep an eye on your kiddos if they are playing in the kitchen.
I HIGHLY recommend these if you are looking to babyproof but still have easy access to your drawers/cabinets. I'll update my review if I run into any issues.
Hope this helps!
Product Dimensions | 8.88 x 3.75 x 2.19 inches |
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Item model number | Model2 |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Target gender | Unisex |
Additional product features | No Drilling or Tools Required for Installation |
Batteries required | No |
Item Weight | 8.4 ounces |