Purchased these pet gates because I've had the "tension-style" and locking type gates in the past and they are a hassle to move to different locations or to get through/over.  These gates have hinges so you can swing them open like a gate to move in and out of an area.  They come with  removable stabilizers for the base to help prevent tip-overs. They fold down to the size of one panel when not in use.  They gates are heavy and, as opposed to plastic or cheap wood gates, they don't ruin the look of your décor.  They are not inexpensive but they very good quality and worth the $.