PEEKABOO Dog Pen Pet Playpen Dog Fence Indoor Foldable Metal Wire Exercise Puppy Play Yard Pet Enclosure Outdoor 8 Panels 24 Inch (Only Black playpen) Review
By Dr. Lena Ortiz · Canine wellness writer · Published 2026-06-01 · Updated 2026-06-23
4.5(1,500)Amazon rating$44.99200+ bought last month
Our verdict
PEEKABOO's 8-panel metal exercise pen is a straightforward, budget-conscious playpen for small pets, with a 4.5 star average across 1,500 reviews suggesting solid satisfaction even from a smaller brand than the bigger names in this category.
Owners of small dogs, cats, or other small pets who want an affordable, foldable metal pen without extra frills.
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You want a bigger brand with a longer review history, or you need a pen for anything beyond a small breed or puppy.
Breed size Small
Weight 13.3 Pounds
Priced 36% below the category median ($69.99 across 101 tracked models)
Our scorecard
4.5/5overall
Owner rating4.5/5
4.5 average across 1,500 owner ratings
Popularity3.5/5
1,500 owner reviews, more than most models here
The overall score is owner satisfaction weighted by how many reviews back it, so a high rating from few reviews counts for less. The bars below show where this model stands against the other dog and cat food, health, gear and grooming we track in this category on price, popularity and size. Context, not marks against it, and our read of the data, not a lab test.
Overview
["This PEEKABOO pen uses eight 24 inch metal wire panels in an octagonal layout, finished only in black. It's aimed at dogs, cats, and small animals rather than one specific species, giving it flexibility for multi-pet households.", "At 13.3 pounds it's one of the lighter metal pens in this roundup, and the buckle closure secures the gate panel without extra hardware. Assembly is required, but the panel count and connection style keep setup simple.", 'Priced at $44.99, it lands close to the PETMAKER and Amazon Basics pens in this list. With 1,500 reviews and a 4.5 star average, it has a smaller track record than the bigger brands here, but the rating itself holds up well.']
Pros
4.5 star average across 1,500 reviews
Lightweight at 13.3 pounds
Buckle closure for a secure gate
Works for dogs, cats, or other small pets
Foldable octagonal design for easy storage
Cons
Smaller review count than the bigger brand names in this category
Only available in black
Built for small pets, not a fit for larger dogs
Assembly required before first use
Specifications
Breed size
Small
Weight
13.3 Pounds
Performance notes
The eight-panel, 24 inch octagonal layout mirrors the PETMAKER pen in this roundup but comes in about a pound lighter at 13.3 pounds, with a buckle closure standing in for a dual latch system, a simpler mechanism that still keeps the gate secure for everyday use.
What buyers say
A 4.5 star average across 1,500 reviews is a smaller sample than some competitors here, but the consistency of the rating suggests owners are generally happy with the value at this price point.
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