I have used many different baby gates and this one is by far the best I've ever owned. It easily installed in no time and looks very nice. It's sturdy and seems to be very well made.  I have no problem swinging it open or closed with one hand from either direction, and it expands from 24" to 60" so it will fit many doorways in my house depending on where i need it. In fact I love it so much I'm going to buy a second one to replace our other baby gate that is always giving me problems.