Best Ladder Bookcases

A solidly built and attractive bookcase that is part of a collection, in case you're looking to pick up matching pieces.

A great-looking option that comes in dark tobacco brown or black. Both feature a protective finish. Real wood. Durable construction. Five shelves. Assembles in under an hour. Other pieces of the collection available for purchase.

4-Tier Wood Ladder Shelf Bookcase

Some buyers experienced assembly issues with the pre-drilled holes (that were not pre-drilled, or drilled too small) and screws (screw them in too tight and you risk splitting the wood).

Best Bang for the Buck

ClosetMaid

A solid, modern-looking piece at a very decent price, although the assembly can be a little irritating.

Your choice of natural or gray finish. Constructed of a laminate wood with powder-coated steel base. Assembles in an hour or less. Mid-century modern furniture look at a low price. Sturdy and stable.

Both the minimal directions and the fact that it can arrive missing key parts can make assembly a bit challenging.

Casual Home

5-Shelf Ladder Bookcase

A sturdy and stylish bookcase that assembles in under a half-hour.

Available in espresso, warm brown, or white finishes. Stylish look and a sturdy 6 feet tall. Solid wood construction. Good quality. Assembles in 30 minutes or less.

Some reports of this bookcase arriving missing hardware or with misaligned pre-drilled holes. Some issues with the legs not all being even, resulting in a wobbly bookcase.

Offers a modern look and a sturdy, heavy construction, but be sure to check it upon arrival to make sure that all the wood arrived in one piece.

Finish is a jamocha wood color. Simple assembly that takes about an hour. Constructed of particleboard. After assembly, unit is heavy and strong. Nice modern look.

Home Furnishings Ladder Bookcase

Plastic screw covers are hard to snap into place after construction. Assembly instructions could be clearer. Some buyers report that this bookcase arrived with broken or damaged wood.

Coaster Home Furnishings

A nice, contemporary look, and the drawers are a great feature. Some buyers warn that the installation can be a bit of a slog, however.

Contemporary, elegant look with a cappuccino finish. Unique design combines a bookshelf with storage drawers. Shelves are wider than other models. Installation takes about two hours.