Amazon Basics Adjustable Plastic Dog and Cat Door with 4 Way Lock, Small, 7.5’’ x 7.4’’ x 2.24’', White Review

4.3 (250) Amazon rating$12.00600+ bought last month

Our verdict

The Amazon Basics adjustable plastic dog and cat door is a compact, budget-priced option with a 4 way lock, and its 4.3 star average across 250 reviews with 600 units bought last month makes it a strong value pick for small pets.

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Best for

Owners of small dogs or cats who want a simple, low-cost door and don't need aluminum construction or a large opening.

Skip if

You have a medium or large dog, since this small size and its plastic frame aren't built for bigger pets.

  • Breed size Small
  • Priced 81% below the category median ($62.98 across 107 tracked models)

Our scorecard

4.2/5 overall
  • Owner rating4.3/5

    4.3 average across 250 owner ratings

  • Popularity1.6/5

    250 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 is Amazon Basics' entry-level pet door, an adjustable plastic door and cat door with a 4 way lock, sized small at 7.5 by 7.4 by 2.24 inches. It's finished in white and includes screws for installation.", "As a plastic frame door in a small size, it's built for cats and small dogs rather than larger breeds, and the 4 way lock gives owners options for controlling which direction, if any, the flap can open.", "At $12.00, it's by far the most affordable door in this roundup, and a 4.3 star rating across 250 reviews with 600 units bought last month shows it's both well-liked and a strong current seller despite the low price point."]

Pros

  • Lowest price in this roundup at $12.00
  • 600 units bought last month, strong recent sales for a budget door
  • 4 way lock gives control over which direction the flap opens
  • 4.3 star average across 250 reviews
  • Includes screws for installation

Cons

  • Small size only, not suitable for medium or large dogs
  • Plastic construction is lighter-duty than aluminum wall or sliding door options
  • No mention of weight capacity in the listing

Specifications

Breed size
Small

Performance notes

The 4 way lock is the standout feature at this price point, letting owners set the flap to lock fully closed, open in one direction, or open both ways, which gives more flexibility than a basic single-position flap door typically found in this price range.

What buyers say

A 4.3 star average across 250 reviews with 600 units bought in the past month shows strong satisfaction and solid recent demand for a budget-priced small pet door.

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Frequently asked questions

What does the 4 way lock do?

It lets you set the flap to different positions, including fully locked, in-only, out-only, or open both ways, giving more control than a basic flap door.

Is this suitable for a medium-sized dog?

This is the small size, sized at 7.5 by 7.4 by 2.24 inches, so it's built for cats and small dogs rather than medium or large breeds.

Does it come with everything needed to install it?

Yes, it includes screws for installation, and it's designed for straightforward setup into an existing door panel.

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