A gate with a small pet door can separate a larger dog from a room while letting a cat pass through. The Carlson 29–36.5-inch gate is best for standard openings and a straightforward setup; the Babelio CatPrivilege I adds auto-close convenience; and the 36-inch Carlson model is better when extra height matters. For wider openings, the Babelio CatPrivilege II and III are listed for spans up to 48 inches. These are pet gates, so check product details and suitability before using one as a child-safety barrier.
| Product | Best For | Listed Width |
|---|---|---|
| Carlson Extra Wide | Standard openings with a small pet door | 29–36.5 inches, with a specified gap |
| Babelio CatPrivilege I | Auto-close convenience | 29–43 inches |
| Carlson Extra Tall | Extra height and walk-through access | 29–36.5 inches |
| Babelio CatPrivilege II | Wider openings | 29–48 inches |
| Babelio CatPrivilege III | Wider openings | 29–48 inches |
Carlson Extra Wide Gate With Small Pet Door
This 30-inch-tall metal gate is best for households that want a simple walk-through gate with a separate passage for a cat or small pet. Its listed fit is 29–36.5 inches. It fits 29–32 inches without the extension and 34–36.5 inches with the included 4-inch extension.
The 16.5-inch walk-through door has a one-touch safety latch, and the small pet door has a locking feature. Choose this model if those defined width ranges match your opening. Avoid it for an opening from 32 to 34 inches: the listing explicitly says it does not fit that span.
Babelio CatPrivilege I Auto-Close Gate
The CatPrivilege I is best for busy doorways where hands-free closing is useful. It fits openings from 29 to 43 inches with included extensions and stands 30 inches tall. The main walk-through door operates with one hand, closes automatically, and can be set to stay open.
Its small pet door can be adjusted up and down and locked, making it a flexible choice for homes with multiple pets. Choose it if auto-close is a priority. The listing does not specify the small door’s dimensions, so check its size against your cat or small pet’s needs before buying.
Carlson 36-Inch Extra Tall Walk-Through Gate
This Carlson model is best for buyers who want a taller gate than the 30-inch options in this selection. It includes a 16.5-inch walk-through door with a lever-style handle and safety lock, plus a small pet door for cats or smaller dogs. The listing describes it for doorways, hallways, and the bottom of stairs.
Choose it if the listed 29–36.5-inch expansion range fits your opening and the extra height is useful for your setup. The supplied product details do not give a specific extension breakdown, so confirm the exact fit range and installation requirements before ordering. The listing specifies bottom-of-stairs use, not the top.
Babelio CatPrivilege II Extra Wide Gate
The CatPrivilege II is listed as an extra-wide gate with a cat door, in white, for openings from 29 to 48 inches. It is best for shoppers whose opening may be too wide for the Carlson models or CatPrivilege I. Its stated width range is the key comparison point.
The available product information does not describe its height, latch, closing action, or small-door locking details. Choose it based on the width range only after checking the current listing for those specifications and installation instructions. Avoid assuming that its features match the CatPrivilege I simply because both are Babelio gates.
Babelio CatPrivilege III Extra Wide Gate
The CatPrivilege III is another listed 29–48-inch extra-wide gate with a cat door. It is best for buyers comparing wide-span options who want to consider this specific model as well as the CatPrivilege II. The provided details identify its width range and cat-door feature, but do not explain other mechanisms.
Before choosing it, verify the gate’s height, adjustment method, door operation, and installation requirements in the product listing. Those details are not included in the supplied specifications, so this model is harder to compare feature-for-feature with the Carlson and CatPrivilege I gates.
Buying Guide: How To Choose A Gate With A Cat Door
What opening width should you measure?
Measure the opening where the gate will sit, following the manufacturer’s installation instructions. Match that measurement to the exact stated range. Width matters especially for the Carlson 29–36.5-inch model, which has a documented 32–34-inch gap that it does not fit. The two wider Babelio models are listed for 29–48 inches.
Do you need an auto-close feature?
Choose the Babelio CatPrivilege I if an auto-closing main door and a stay-open option are important. The Carlson listings describe walk-through doors and latches but do not list an auto-close feature. Do not assume the CatPrivilege II or III also auto-close; their supplied details do not confirm that function.
Will the small pet door suit your cat?
Check the small door’s dimensions and locking options before buying. The Carlson Extra Wide listing specifies a locking small pet door, and CatPrivilege I says its pet door can be adjusted and locked. The supplied descriptions for CatPrivilege II and III do not provide those details.
Can a pet gate be used as a child gate?
These listings describe pet gates, not child-safety certifications. If you need a barrier for a child, check the manufacturer’s instructions and safety information to confirm the product is appropriate for that use and location. Follow specific guidance for stairs; the 36-inch Carlson listing identifies use at the bottom of stairs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which listed gate fits the widest opening?
The Babelio CatPrivilege II and III are both listed for openings from 29 to 48 inches, the widest range among these five products.
Which option has an auto-closing walk-through door?
The Babelio CatPrivilege I listing specifies an auto-close feature and a stay-open feature for its main door.
Which Carlson gate is taller?
The Carlson Extra Tall model is 36 inches tall. The other Carlson gate in this selection is listed as 30 inches tall.
Does the Carlson 29–36.5-inch gate fit a 33-inch opening?
No. Its listing says it does not fit openings from 32 to 34 inches.
Are the cat doors lockable?
The Carlson Extra Wide listing says its small pet door has a secure locking feature, and CatPrivilege I says its small pet door can be locked. Check the current details for other models because their supplied descriptions do not confirm this feature.