The puppy playpen from all Pets United® is an ideal product for raising puppies, young cats and other pets. It not only offers safety, but also comfort for the playful animals. With XXL dimensions of 120 x 120 x 65 cm, it is spacious enough to give the animals enough room to move around and play. In the following test report, we take a close look at the playpen in terms of packaging and contents, product finish and appearance as well as its performance in the practical test. This playpen provides a safe and comfortable place for young animals. The playpen is made of high-quality Oxford fabric, is water-repellent and can be set up both indoors and outdoors . Thanks to the pop-up function, it can be set up and taken down in seconds. The mesh structure gives the animals a clear view and fresh air. The bag with carrying handles makes it easy to transport the playpen, ideal for traveling.
Advantages
✅ Very quick assembly and dismantling
✅ Compact dimensions for transportation
✅ For indoors and outdoors
✅ 30-day money-back guarantee
Disadvantages
❌ Instructions for use in English only
The test
General information
We took a close look at and tested the product in a practical test. In the following, we take a closer look at the features and impressions. From the packaging, materials and quality to the range of functions and handling, the product is subjected to our test procedure.
To give you a quick overview, we work with a points system. The maximum achievable score per area is 100 points. The final overall score is calculated from the average of all tested features, taking into account the respective weighting. For a detailed insight into our comprehensive evaluation process, which forms the basis of all our product ratings, please click here.
The first impression
Packaging and contents
ℹ️ Here we take a closer look at packaging. Sustainability is becoming an increasingly important factor. In addition, adequate protection of the product must of course also be guaranteed. Are the contents of the packaging complete and does the manufacturer make it as easy as possible for me to use the product straight away?
| Criterion | Remark | Score achieved* |
|---|---|---|
| Product protection | Carton is sturdy, product sufficiently protected | 100 points |
| Sustainability Packaging | No unnecessary packaging waste, no use of plastic | 100 points |
| Package contents & scope | Playpen, bag with carrying handles, instructions | 100 points |
| Instructions for use | In English, illustrated | 90 points |
| Total | 98 points |
*The maximum score is 100 points
The packaging of the puppy playpen consists of a sturdy cardboard box and offers excellent product protection. The contents include the playpen, a bag with carrying handles for easy transportation and an illustrated instruction manual in English. A particularly positive feature is that no plastic was used for the packaging and the cardboard is recyclable.
The first time in your hand
Product processing and appearance
ℹ️ Before we start the practical test, we take a close look at the workmanship of the products. How high quality are the materials used? Are the look and feel satisfactory?
| Criterion | Remark | Score achieved* |
|---|---|---|
| Visual appearance | Good visual appearance | 100 points |
| Processing | Good workmanship | 90 points |
| Stability | Stable | 90 points |
| Sustainability of the product | No information on sustainability, but high-quality materials, 30-day money-back guarantee | 90 points |
| Other | “Pop-up” function during assembly | 100 points |
| Total | 94 points |
*The maximum score is 100 points
The puppy playpen makes a good visual impression at first glance. The workmanship is solid and there are no sharp edges or protruding parts that could pose a risk of injury to the animals. The high-quality Oxford fabric and the sturdy zippers for the side doors and the lid ensure that the product is very durable . The “pop-up” function enables quick assembly and disassembly, making the playpen ideal for traveling.
This is what our practical test showed
Does the manufacturer keep its advertising promises?
ℹ️ Our practical test has the highest relevance and therefore weighting. Here, the product has to undergo a wide range of criteria and tests. We check the functions and product promises of the test article.
| Criterion | Remark | Score achieved* |
|---|---|---|
| Stability and strength | Stable, possibility of tipping for heavier dogs | 90 points |
| Material quality | High-quality Oxford fabric, water-repellent | 100 points |
| Cleaning | Simply wipe with a damp cloth | 90 points |
| Mobility/Transportation | Very easy to assemble and disassemble thanks to the bag | 100 points |
| Risk of injury | No sharp edges or protruding parts | 100 points |
| Total | 96 points |
*The maximum score is 100 points
In the practical test , the puppy playpen from all Pets United® proved to be stable overall, although a floor attachment is recommended for heavier dogs to prevent them from tipping over. The high-quality Oxford fabric proved to be water-repellent and was easy to clean with a damp cloth. The supplied bag with carrying handles made transportation considerably easier. There was no risk of injury to the animals as the playpen has no sharp edges or protruding parts.
There is a sturdy pocket on the outside and an elastic band to which a bottle, for example, can be attached. There are a total of four tabs on the base to attach the playpen to the floor with pegs or similar.
Overall, the puppy playpen from all Pets United® provides a safe and comfortable environment for raising puppies, young cats and other pets. It impresses with its high-quality workmanship and attractive design. Minor points of criticism were expressed by consumers with regard to stability and the instructions for use, but this does not detract from the positive aspects and overall good product performance.
Price/performance ratio
and ratings from consumers
ℹ️ Finally, we examine how the product compares to the competition. Can it keep up with the competition in terms of price and quality? Would we generally recommend buying it? We also look at the consumer reviews and check whether the critical and positive reviews are actually justified.
| Criterion | Remark | Score achieved* |
|---|---|---|
| Price / performance ratio | Good | 90 points |
| Rating cut | 4.3 out of 5.0 on Amazon | 65 points |
| Total | 78 points |
*The maximum score is 100 points
On the Amazon platform, consumers rate the product with an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars. The ease of use and the high level of comfort of the playpen for pets were positively highlighted. However, some customers criticized the lack of stability, especially without attachment to the floor. The workmanship was largely rated as good, although there were isolated reports of seams coming undone.
Prices of up to €59.99 are charged on the Internet for equivalent products. Very inexpensive products are available from as little as €24.99. The puppy playpen from all Pets United® is therefore currently in the lower price segment with a price of €29.95. For the quality and performance received, the price-performance ratio is good.
Overall result
| Weighting | Score achieved* | |
|---|---|---|
| 1. packaging & contents | 20% | 98 points |
| 2. product processing & appearance | 20% | 94 points |
| 3. in the practical test | 45% | 96 points |
| 4. price/performance & consumer ratings | 15% | 78 points |
| Total | 92 points |
The puppy playpen from all Pets United® was awarded an overall score of 1.4 and thus successfully qualified for our test seal. The test was carried out in the test period 07/23 and is stored in our database under the license number 230706011. Further information on our test procedure can be found at www.pruefengel.de/testverfahren.
Test result:
1,4
