We bought this gate to use at the bottom of our stairs because we didn't want a gate that swung open as it would block our hallway when open.  This gate is great because it retracts and does not get in the way when open.  However, it requires two hands to close it and takes some getting used to.  It is not as easy to open and shut as our metal click gates.  We like it, but it is taking some getting used to.