As soon as the child learns to crawl or walk, every parent starts getting worried about the safety of their children. Baby fences not only keep kids safe from dangers like fireplaces, stairs, or kitchen areas. But, can also keep the babies safe from other potential dangers like playing older siblings, some workers working at home, or parents carrying heavy and hot items out of the kitchen or moving the furniture. Parents can sit back and relax while watching their kids play in the baby fence. In this post, we will help you choose the best baby fence. Baby play fence comes in various sizes with various different features. We have put together this guide on how to choose the best baby fence.
What is a baby fence?
A baby fence is a protective barrier that works in two ways.
- To keep the baby in a particular place and keep the baby protected.
- To separate one area of the house from the other.
- Baby gates are used at the top and bottom of the stairs to keep the baby away from them.
- Baby gates are also used near the kitchen areas to keep children away from the kitchen.
Do you really need a baby fence?
Having a baby fence is totally dependent on your choice, the age of the baby, and your home type. But, in my view, you must have a baby fence at home. A baby fence can keep your child safe from potentially dangerous situations and give freedom to the older children to play freely on their own. It can help parents to leave their baby for some time while they visit the washroom, talk on the phone, or cook. The baby will be in front of the parents’ eye site. But, still, parents can do their work while the kid is playing. You can maintain interaction with your kid while working in the kitchen when your baby is on the other side of the baby-safe gate.
How to choose the best baby fence?
There are various factors that can help you select the best baby fence
- Material
- Height
- Space between slats
- Ease of assembly
Material
Baby fences are usually made of three types of materials wood, plastic, or metal.
Fences made of wood are sturdy. But, you should check that there are no splinters in the wooden fence so that it does not hurt your child. The wooden fence can become discoloured when a child’s dirty hands touch them.
Plastic fences are lightweight, easy to clean and shift. But, this fence may not bear the weight of a heavier child climbing on, or leaning against the plastic fence.
Metal baby fences are a combination of the sturdiness of the wood, and easy to clean like a plastic fence. So, the best one to opt for is the metal baby fence.
Height
The Height of the baby fence will depend on the developmental stages of the child. Most of these fences will be about 22 inches tall.
Space between slats
If the fence has slats, make sure that they should not be more than 6 cm apart. so, that your kid cannot get his head stuck between the slats.
10 best baby fences to consider
Here are the 10 best baby fences to consider that we want to let you know about it.
Toddlero by northstate super yard 6-panel baby play yard with review
Toddleroo by North States Superyard 6 Panel Baby Play Yard/Barrier & Wall Mount Kit, Made in USA: Extra wide barrier or play area. 38.5" - 201" wide, 5.5 ft corner to corner play yard (26" tall, Gray)
- FREESTANDING PLAY YARD OR EXTRA LONG BARRIER: Our 6-Panel Superyard w/ Wall Mount Kit has a 26" height & 38.5-201" width; Perfect for homes with open floor plans or large spaces to block off. Includes wall hinges, screws & mounting connectors.
- SIMPLE HARDWARE MOUNT: The mounts secure to the walls & fit over molding with ease. Use 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 or 6 panels; Hardware must be mounted by drilling holes into materials such as wood or metal. Note: Do not mount gate hinges into sheetrock or plaster.
- VERSATILE & EXPANDABLE: Our 6-panel play yard creates a freestanding play space up to 5.5’ corner to corner, that's 18.5 sq. ft; Need a bigger area? Add a 2-Panel Extension (sold separately) for 6.5’ corner to corner, that's 34.4 sq. ft. of play space.
- BABY SAFE: This play yard is JPMA certified; Safe for babies ages 6-24 months; Proudly made in the USA.
- AMAZING VALUE, SAFE & CONVENIENT: Comes complete with carrying strap and non-slip pads; Plus, the durable plastic is kid-tough and difficult for either pets or children to climb.
Pro’s
- The toddlero by North state superyard with wall mount is an excellent solution for creating an indoor and outdoor play area for your kid.
- The size can be changed and is expandable for a larger play safe.
- This superyard can be hardware mounted to walls for protecting the kid against the dangerous areas.
Cons
- It can be wobbly and starts moving when the kid is standing by the support of the play yard.
Evenflo Versatile play space with review
Evenflo Versatile Play Space, 18.5 Sq Ft (Pack of 1)
- Indoor, Outdoor Versatility: Exclusive reversible legs have outdoor stakes for lawn stability and anti-movement, non-scratch floor pads for any interior floor surfaces
- Spacious: Over 18.5 square feet and 28” tall provides a safe space for the child to play
- Easy and Quick Assembly: No tools required
- Unique Hinge Design: Each panel can be a door access
- Usage information: For use with children 6 to 24 months. Important: Never use with a child that is able to climb over, dislodge, or open the enclosure. Carefully read all instructions and warnings on the product, product labels, and instruction manuals before use.Installation Method: Hinge Connectors Locations for Use: Indoor and Outdoor enclosure. This enclosure should not be used as a Barrier
Pro’s
- Designed for both indoor and outdoor versatility play area.
- It offers 18.5 square feet of versatile play area.
- They have stakes for outdoor play and non-scratch floor pads for interior play.
- It is quick and easy to install.
- Smooth edges and moulded handle make it easy to carry anywhere for fun.
- You can expand the play space with two panel extension.
Cons
- May not be durable and sturdy enough.
Regalo 192 inch Super white adjustable baby gate and play yard with review
Sale 
Regalo Plastic 192-Inch Super Wide Adjustable Baby Gate and Play Yard, 2-In-1, Bonus Kit, Includes 4 Pack of Wall Mounts
- SUPERWIDE: Fits opens up to 192 inches wide and stands 26 inches tall
- 2-IN-1: Can convert from a super wide gate to an 6-panel play yard. No tools require, quick and easy
- CONFIGURABLE: Each panel can be adjusted to fit almost any opening. Great for wide spaces, angled openings, hallway, doorway or bottom of stairs. Folds flat for storage
- DURABLE AND CONVENIENT: The design is durable and convenient. Can be used both indoor and outdoor
- SAFETY: designed with a safety locking feature. Wall mounted for added security and protection. Meets all current safety standards. For children up to 24 months and great for pets too
Pro’s
- This panel is a two in one expands to become a 192 inch wall mounted gate and a 8 panel playstation.
- It is easy to set-up and includes 8 removable and configurable panels.
- It is a convenient design with safety locking features.
- Folds to easy setup which is easy to carry and store.
Cons
- It may be wobbly and not so durable.
Albott 22 panel baby playpen kids activity center with review
Albott Baby Playpen 22 Panel Foldable Baby playpen Folding Play Pen Kids Activity Centre Safety Play Yard Home Adjustable Shape, Portable Design for Indoor Outdoor Use (White+Grey, 22 Panel)
- Foldable Design & Create Different Shape - Our toddler's fence has a total of 22 pieces. Combine ANY quantity as needed. By increasing or decreasing the number of panels, you can combine them into squares, rectangles, hexagons or octagons to create different sizes of game space for your kids.
- Double Anti-slip Suction Cups & Safety Lock - Each panel bottom is outfitted with double rubberized suction cups that create a sturdy base designed to withstand sliding from your mobile child and comes with external locking gate that is very secure and a great feature to walk in and out your toddler playpen.
- HDPE Safety Material - Our baby fence is made of premium HDPE materials, BPA free and ASTM certisfied, so that it will not harm your baby's health. 22 Panels can create more than 50 sq ft activity area, enough for 3-4 children to play in the safety activity centre.
- Joyful Game Board & Easy Setup - The interesting toy panel has turntable, rotating ball and BB sound button can inspire your baby's curiosity. Simply expand the folded panels into your desired configuration and install the connectors on panel of playpen , no need tools ,Individual panels are removable for easy storage.
- Albott Playhosue & Storage Rack Combination - Our playpen can connect with playhouse and storage racks for adding more fun,more space and even storage function.(All combination can be found in Albott store)
Pro’s
- It has an HDPE safe material.
- The toddler’s fence has a 22 piece. Combine any piece as needed. By increasing or decreasing the number of panels.
- Has double anti-slip suction cups and safety locks.
- It provides 50 sqft activity area which is enough for 3 to 4 kids to play.
- It has turntable, rotating ball, and BB sound button which arouses kids curiosity.
Cons
- It may not be durable.
Dripex baby playpen with review
Sale 
Baby Playpen, Dripex Foldable Playpen for Babies and Toddlers, Baby Fence Play Area, Custom Shape, Easy Assemble and Storage, Play Yard for Babies Safety, Indoor Outdoor Baby Play Pen
- KEEP BABY SAFE INSIDE: The baby play pen is designed to keep your baby safe and secure, so you can have peace of mind knowing they're protected.
- SAFE AND DURABLE MATERIALS: Made of HDPE which is safety material for babies,it's also built to last, can be used for years to come.
- EASY TO ASSEMBLE & STORE: Lock down connectors to secure the baby play yard and unlock connectors to fold up for easy storage and take away.
- CUSTOM SHAPE & SIZE: Covers over 25 square feet and stands tall at 24", the size can be changed by changing the number of panels. Unlock the connector to customize any shapes and lock the connector to fix the fence.
- PARENTS' LIFESAVER: Give your baby some space to grow independently, and give yourself "me" time.
Pro’s
- Unique neutral colour suitable for both baby boys and girls.
- The material is safe and has a non-slip design.
- No gaps and fits well.
- Has a neutral eye caring colour.
- Large coverage for baby to play.
- Foldable design for easy movement.
Cons
- May not be durable.
- Small parts may be a choking hazard.
Uanlauo foldable playpen with review
Sale 
Baby Playpen, UANLAUO Foldable Toddler Play Yards, Centre Safety Baby Fence NO Gaps with Gate, Playpen for Babies and Toddlers, Boys, Girls(Grey + White, 14 Panel)
- 🎀Large Play Area for Baby - Our baby fences is a great amout of play space for toddler to learm walk, which make up of 14 panels.The baby playarea is 20 square feet. Total dimension is 55x51x23 inches, which enough for baby/toddler to play.
- 🎀Anti-slip & Safety Lock - Slipping pad design is very sturdy, suitable for different floors. The safety lock fo toddler playpen with gate is specially designed for mom, being a lifesaver for mom to have a safe space to let baby play and crawl around.
- 🎀Functional & Neutral Color - There are smaller bears, stars, a larger bear face and a few rolling games (abacus, rollers) to prepare a toy space for your baby. The color scheme of baby play yards are very muted (grey and cream), not the loud and garish primary colors in other play pens, suitable for cozy home style.
- 🎀STURDY & SECURE - BPA free give your baby the closest contact, HDPE material is more durable ,easy to clean. Our baby enclosure is sturdy and truly withstand baby pushing on it and holding it.
- 🎀PRE-ASSEMBLED - UANLAUO Playyard for baby actually comes all connected, all you need is to open it. And fasten the screws connecting each pieces.the foldable baby playpen saves room space and can be stored conveniently.
Pro’s
- Exquisite buckle design.
- Foldable and easy packing.
- Sturdy holding.
- BPA free HDPE material which is more sturdy.
Cons
Summer Infant safety baby gate
Sale 
Summer Extra Tall Decor Safety Baby Gate, Gray – 36” Tall, Fits Openings of 28” to 38.25” Wide, 20” Wide Door Opening, Baby and Pet Gate
- EXTRA TALL: The Summer Extra Tall Decor Safety Gate for baby is perfect for doorways, hallways, and stairways. This 36” tall baby gate fits openings 28” to 38.25” wide and includes 2 extension frames.
- EASY INSTALLATION: Easily install this baby gate on stairways with the included kit or between hallways or doorways with the no drill mount. Tools are required for hardware mounting.Adult assembly required
- ONE HAND WALK-THRU: When used between rooms, this baby gate has a simple, one-handed walk-thru door allowing parents to move easily from room to room. Plus, the 20-inch wide door makes it easy to walk through.
- SAFE AND SECURE: Have peace of mind knowing your baby or pet can explore safely with this high-quality baby gate from Summer. The included door stopper will help provide extra security at the top of stairs.
- STYLISH BABY GATE: This decorative baby gate is made with a stylish gray finish and arched doorway, so you can child proof your home in style. Standing 36” tall, it is ideal for use with toddlers and pets.
Pro’s
- Easy no drill installation
- Decorative wood and metal gate is for extra wide doorways.
- The door swings in either direction
- You can install this gate safely, and latch it safely at the top or bottom of staircase.
- The safety gate has a stylish look.
Cons
- May not be durable.
Baby playpen kid’s activity center
Pro’s
- Keeps baby safe in play activity center while parents want to cook and clean.
- Sturdy holding
- Covers a large area
- Easy to assemble.
- Bright and colourful design make the fence look lovely inorder to attract kids.
Cons
It may not be sturdy and durable.
Yoleo Baby Playpen fence
Baby Playpen, Yoleo Foldable Baby Playpen for Babies and Toddlers with Drawing Board, 15 Sq. Ft of Play Pen, Custom Shapes, Pre-Assemble and Easy to Storage, Play Yard for Babies Safety
- KEEP BABY SAFE & HAPPY: The baby play pen is designed to keep your baby safe and secure, so you can have peace of mind knowing they're protected.
- STURDY AND DURABLE MATERIALS: Made of HDPE which is safety material for babies, With 14 of 24.4 inches height and 1.4 inches thick panels, it's built to resist pushing and shaking. AND, the anti-slip rubber feet keep it firmly in place.
- PRE-ASSEMBLE & EASY TO STORE: The connectors are pre-installed, tighten them with a key to hold the playard in place when in use, and loosened for folding and storage.
- CUSTOM SHAPE & SIZE: Covers over 15 square feet and stands tall at 24.4", the size can be changed by changing the number of panels. Unlock the connector to customize any shapes and lock the connector to fix the fence.
- PARENTS' LIFESAVER: Give your baby some space to play game and toy, and give yourself "me" time.
Pro’s
- Keeps baby safe when the parents are not around.
- The height of the panel is 24 inch. It has antislip rubber legs below so that it does not fall when the kid leans over.
- The colourful component design improves the baby’s cognitive ability.
- Materials are of great quality and are non-toxic.
- Gaps between the slates are really small, so that baby’s hands or fingers does not get stuck into the slates.
- One click folding baby play pen is easy to assemble and disassemble.
Cons
It may not be durable.
Costzone baby playpen
Costzon Baby Playpen, 14-Panel Foldable Large Baby Playard w/Locking Gate, Non-Slip Rubber Bases, Adjustable Shape, Portable Baby Fence Play Area Design for Indoor Outdoor Use (Beige + Gray)
- 【Safety Material & Non-slip Design】 Our indoor outdoor baby playpen gate are made of high density polyethylene plastic and will not harm your baby's health and also resistant to wear. The non-slip rubber pad on the bottom of the panel makes it difficult to tip over and move. In addition, the package is equipped with extra suction cups that can be attached according to your needs. ASTM certification provides quality and safety.
- 【Game Board & Upgrade Safety Lock】 Costzon baby play yards' toy panel is not only interesting but also educational. Lovely shape and bright color can attract your baby's attention. Help your baby develop senses. Children explore their physical strengths by letting them tug or grip at different parts of the pen. That's something cloth fences can't do. Each connection is double-fixed, and there is no gap between the panels. The upgrade safety lock also on the outside of the door.
- 【Foldable Design for Easy Movement】 You can easily fold our baby gate playpen and move it to any ideal place, such as a bedroom, living room or balcony. In addition, the folded baby fence play area saves space and can be stored in the closet, under the bed and other places. This extra large playard allows you to do your housework or something else, while keeping a close eye on your baby.
- 【Freely Combined into Various Shapes】 Our infant safety gates has a total of 14 pieces, you can combine multiple or all panels as needed. By increasing or decreasing the number of panels, you can combine playpen for babies and toddlers into squares, rectangles, hexagons or octagons to create different sizes of game space for your kids.
- 【Large Coverage for Baby to Play 】All 14 pieces of door pieces with can be combined to provide enough spacious space for your baby. The total size: 55'' x 53'' x 23'' inches. Your baby can climb or walk inside, which can help the baby learn to crawl or walk to a certain extent. And you can also enter the baby fence to play or rest with your baby.
- The material is safe and is non-toxic. The baby fences are made of high density polyethylene plastic.
- The non-slip rubber pad at the bottom makes it difficult to fall and tip over.
- Foldable design for easy movement
- Can be freely combined into various shapes.
- Large coverage for baby to play.
Cons
- Can be wobbly.
- Suction cups may be easy to remove.
So, these are some of the baby fences that we wanted to bring to your notice. If you know of anything more please let us know in the comments section below.
Last update on 2023-06-04 / Affiliate links / Images from Amazon Product Advertising API