Customer Reviews for Safety 1st - OutSmart Lever Lock - White
Customer Rating
3
Great invention but didnt last long
on July 1, 2024
Posted by: Anonymous
I just bought this two weeks ago... it was great went on super easy worked great kept my 1 year old out until she ripped the whole thing off like it was nothing! She is only 1 and I couldnt believe how easily she got the thing off! Now it doesnt stick anymore:( I was going to try to exchange it to the store but I threw away the packaging so I doubt they will do anything!
This door lock features a design where the lock goes around the door handle, and a button has to be pushed to make the handle function. It is a great idea, and definitely toddler proof. I found it very easy to install. However, it is a tight fit around the lever, so it's a little challenging to push the button without using both hands. I would use this for a sneaky toddler who can outsmart basic door locks to keep him out of rooms that aren't used too often.
This product could not have arrived at a better time. We are currently living in temporary accommodations in an apartment and our 22 month old has figured out how to open the apt door by herself. This lock keeps her from being able to do so, and thus keeps her from making a getaway for the elevators by herself. The decoy button is perfect. She plays around with it, it does nothing and she moves on. It was very easy to setup and since it didn't require any nails, screws, etc. I felt ok about installing it in our temporary living situation. We have been using it for about a week, but it seems sturdyly attached to door handle. With baby #2 arriving any day now, I'm so glad to have something that is keeping my curious toddler safely contained.
Very difficult to remove. Had to use a heat gun and chemicals to get it off. Ultimately, we ruined our door. Have to take it off to re-stain. This would work great on plastic or steal doors, but I think you would still have a tough time removing the black adhesive from the safety lock. It's a chore for sure...
We installed this on my son's closet door because it opened into the closet & not outward into the room. Door needs to be completely shut in order to work. You need both hands to open the lock. With our lever handles, the lock needs to be fully disengaged. I think it would work really well on slimmer handles.