The BRIAN & DANY playpen pairs clear plastic panels with metal framing for an indoor pen that lets you see your dog or cat from any angle, though its 4.0 star average is a touch lower than most pens in this category.
Indoor use with small dogs, puppies or cats where visibility into the pen matters, such as monitoring a young puppy.
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You need an outdoor pen, since this is listed for indoor use only, or you want the highest rated option in this price range.
Breed size Small
Priced 21% below the category median ($69.99 across 101 tracked models)
Our scorecard
4.0/5overall
Owner rating4.0/5
4.0 average across 363 owner ratings
Popularity2.2/5
363 owner reviews, fewer 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 pen mixes metal framing with clear plastic panel sections, which is what gives it a see-through design, built into a square 80 by 40 by 28 inch footprint and held together with ABS connectors and cable ties rather than a single molded frame.', "A non-slip pad and mallet are included for setup, and the buckle closure secures the door panel. It's rated for indoor use only, so it's meant to stay in the house rather than head out to the yard or on a camping trip.", 'At $54.99 with a 1 year warranty, it sits in the middle of this category on price. With 363 reviews and a 4.0 star average, plus about 100 units sold in the past month, it draws steady buyers who value the transparent panel design even if the rating trails some competitors here.']
Pros
Transparent panels let you keep an eye on your dog or cat from outside the pen
80 by 40 inch footprint gives more room than many compact pens
Includes a non-slip pad, mallet and connectors for setup
1 year warranty included
Cons
4.0 star average is on the lower side for this category
Indoor use only, not rated for outdoor conditions
Buckle closure and metal-and-plastic build are less proven than an all-metal pen
Specifications
Breed size
Small
Performance notes
The panel design mixes metal framing with clear plastic sections, which is what gives this pen its see-through look, and it's held together with ABS connectors and cable ties rather than a single molded frame. A non-slip pad and mallet are included for setup, and the buckle closure secures the door panel. At 80 by 40 by 28 inches, there's enough floor space for a small dog or cat to move around, but the indoor-only rating means it's not built for yard or camping use.
What buyers say
With 363 reviews and a 4.0 star average, this pen sits a bit lower than some competing playpens in this list, though 100 units sold in the past month shows it still finds steady buyers who value the transparent panel design.
No, it's labeled for indoor use only, so it's best kept inside the house rather than set up in a yard or taken camping.
What comes in the box?
The package includes the metal and plastic panels, ABS connectors, a cable tie, a non-slip pad, a mallet for assembly, and instructions.
Is this a good pen for a puppy?
The transparent panels make it easier to monitor a puppy or kitten from outside the pen, and the 80 by 40 by 28 inch size gives a small pet decent room, though the 4.0 star average is worth weighing against your specific needs.
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