(22 Feet) - Werner MT-22 140kg Duty Rating Telescoping Multi-Ladder, 6.7m

I just received this ladder yesterday and put it right to work. We have very high ceilings in our entryway and great room (18'), and I was putting off some chores like replacing light bulbs in a high fixture, cleaning off window ledges and getting rid of a few cobwebs. I checked all of these items off of my honey-do list within a few minutes of the Multi-ladder entering my life. Now to tackle some of the outdoor chores on the list...I opted to purchase this ladder over others for a few reasons. First is its versatility. I have a couple of other ladders (5 foot step, 15 foot extension), and wanted to find a way to fill the gaps without buying (and storing) many other ladders. This useful one ladder should allow me to do everything that I need to do, all in tidy package. Second is its price. This ladder is only $40 more than a 10' step ladder at a local big-box store, and is hundreds less than its main name-brand competitor. It is still very sturdy, and I expect it will last a lifetime.The only down-side that I can see is its weight. I have no problem lugging it around, but I don't think my wife could comfortably do so. Then again, i can't think of the last time my wife needed more than a short step ladder, so I will probably be the only one using this.Overall I highly recommend this ladder as an economical, sturdy, versatile and easy to store item for any homeowner.

GREAT ladder and well-deserving of the high ratings received here.Mine arrived in perfect condition. One reviewer mentioned that he had to lube some parts, and they still didn't move well. So that's the first thing I checked after I removed the factory wrapping. Happy to report that the moving parts are perfectly engineered: all rails move smoothly and all j-hooks easily pull out & snap into place w/o any extra effort on my part.This ladder is ideal for anyone who uses 5' and 8' ladders regularly along with a 19' extension ladder. That description fits me. I own some residential rental housing and do most of my own maintenance. In the past, I used a 5-footer mainly for interior painting; I needed an 8-footer for my units with cathedral ceilings; and I needed an extension ladder when working outside. It was a real pain when I had to pack all three ladders in my van. Now I just take the one MT-22 ladder, and, when folded, it doesn't use much more room than my 5-footer did, but takes the place of all 3 ladders. I wish I bought this thing years ago.If you've ever tried using a ladder on stairs by adding some sort of (unsafe) support under two of the feet, you'll be amazed how effortlessly & safely you can use this ladder on stairs. This feature alone might make this ladder worth the price for some people.Several reviewers here commented on the weight. I haven't put it on a scale, but 45 - 50 lbs seems about right. I'm sure there are a lot of ladies who could throw this thing over their shoulder without breaking a sweat. But, for those who can't, this ladder might not be the best for many tasks women (& guys) end up doing inside the house. Having a light-weight 5- or 6-footer is still ideal for those jobs the wife or girlfriend want or have to handle themselves w/o male assistance. In fact, I don't feel like a wussy when I grab our 5-footer instead of the MT-22 for use in & around the house. However, this MT-22 at 5' and at 8' feels aheckofa lot sturdier than my 5- or 8-footer. At full extension, it also has a more solid feel than my 19' aluminum extension ladder.For those of us who recycle aluminum cans, this ladder probably contains a few cans we used once. I ran a magnet over it, and the only steel I found are the rivets holding the ladder rungs, and the 2 mid-point hinges. So based on weight, I'd say this ladder is at least 99.5% rigid aluminum.One caution worth repeating is watch your fingers at first when you start experimenting and especially when lowering it. There's no rope to use for extending or lowering it as with a standard extension ladder. Until you get used to operating this ladder, it's real easy to leave your fingers in the wrong place. After I got it unpacked, I was fascinated with the various configurations and had to try out every one -- and in the excitement lost concentration on where my fingers were placed. Amazing how a pinched finger resharpens concentration.I, too, would like to support the USA company that invented this design rather than an overseas manufacturer that copied the concept. But at less than half-price and no tax or shipping charge when ordering from Amazon, this Werner ladder is a super deal if the concept meets your needs. In fact, if you're not in a hurry to get it, add the Werner MT-22 to your Amazon wish list and check it at least once a week. Eventually you'll see the selling price dip by about $30 for a while, then go back up again. The price move down and up is as quiet and smooth as this ladder.

Admittedly I have only had this ladder for a few weeks. We are new owners of a two flat. The front stairwell is one of those: 6 steps, then a landing, 10 steps, then a landing, 6 steps then a landing types of situations. This means that the highest wall is about 15 or so feet high, and in the middle of a set of stairs. We initially wanted to wait to paint it (and hire someone) but I'm impatient, and thing I can conquer the world. So I decided if we got this nifty ladder I could do it myself!I ordered it on sale on one of the pre-Christmas lighting sales, and had it shipped in 2 days (thank you prime!) I'm all ready to paint:It is heavy, but not prohibitively so. I'm a 5'0 female, I was able to carry it, move it and what have you, but it is heavier than a standard 6 foot ladder (of course.) I was even able to extend the ladder into the extension position by myself. Maneuvering it around the stairwell was a bit challenging for me, but no one was around to help. (Ok this probably wasn't safe on more than one level...) I'm a little surprised I didn't punch holes in the walls because I was not steady when I was moving it or lifting it up to the different landing levels.Under no circumstances was I able to re-fold the ladder by myself in these close quarters. I suppose outside I would have been able to lower it flat on the ground and then fold it.My husband was able to fold it on his own, I asked him to help me and he pretty much did it on his own.I had no problem moving and adjusting it in the a-frame position to adjust it for the different heights I needed and to move it around the stairs. I was also able to fold it all up and lower it to the lowest position when it was in a-frame.I will say, at some point in owning this ladder, I will probably smash my fingers between the rungs when I am lowering the height (whether in a-frame or extension). Maybe there is a trick to it, but I ended up grabbing the rungs to raise and lower it. I was aware I needed to be careful, but I still see smashing my fingers as a possibility, and it will not be pretty. I'm so afraid of this I might consider getting it out in the spring and going outside to see if there is a better way to do it. If I have a friend it won't be an issue. The problem will be when I feel the "need" to do something when I am home alone. (Which I shouldn't be doing anyway, as I tend to be a little accident prone...)To sum it up:Despite the fact that I personally find it a little difficult to move, its easy peasy if you have two people. (Remember I'm pretty darn short, so that doesn't help me)I also find it a bit heavy, heavy enough that I decided to carry it through the basement to the front of the house rather than through my apartment because I was afraid I would bump into something and damage the drywall. Its heavy in a way that I feel like my precision movements with it aren't great, but not too heavy that I feel burdened carrying it.I find its functions and options fabulous. We do need both an A-frame and extension ladder for our purposes. I would much rather have one slightly heavier ladder, than have to store both an A-frame and ginormous extension ladder to store.I love having it and would never return it, even though its a bit of a pain in the ass at times. (Sort of like my dog...)

I use a ladder such as this only on occasion but very hard when I do so as a professional painter. The weight is always a concern as I weigh 140 lbs. and don't generally need the penalty of a 300 lb. rated ladder. Dancing with the extended ladder around shrubbery on un-level ground did cause a few pulled muscles, but the stability was worth it, especially in Oklahoma where the wind is always a factor. Another advantage is that you can use either side of the ladder when set up as a stepladder, which means you have to move it only half as often, and that it can straddle most obstacles without repositioning. I was driven to consider this multi-ladder by my requirement that it fit in my small SUV, but given the storage space that it occupies, would choose it over a regular extension ladder. Its ability to accommodate stairs and platforms is invaluable. The 18 foot actual length has provided more than enough height for two story access, and a longer ladder would be impossible for a single user. The hardware is extremely reliable and the price makes it an excellent value.

I almost bought an extension type ladder which are notoriously difficult to store in a garage. I'm not sure how I came across this type of ladder, but wow, it's very functional.My only gripe is it's definitely a lot of work to handle and adjust when you're trying to work with it all by yourself without anyone's help. This is what I did when I put up Christmas lights on my two story home.With an extension ladder, you just move it around while it's upright, pull the rope to extend it, let it "catch" and you're done.With this ladder, you have to lay it down on the ground, pop in the hinge brakes, unfold/fold the ladder, let it click the hinge brakes, and you're done - or if you need to adjust it in full open position, you have to pop in the hinge brakes twice. It's a lot more work to adjust the ladder than an extension ladder, for sure.Another issue I had was the fact it is *very* difficult maneuvering this ladder when it's in the FULLY extended and unfolded position to reach 22 feet height. Thankfully, we have a small step in front of our front door that i was able to rest the bottom of the ladder against, while I "walked up" the ladder to get it upright. If you do this when the ladder's bottom feet don't have anything to catch on to, forget about it. The balance is off and you will drop the ladder. Then, when I had to move the ladder left-right while it was up, I had to sort of use my house to help me leverage the balancing of it, by resting and...ugh...sliding it on my roof tiles to get it over a bit. Then even more sliding against the roof tiles until it was down enough for me to take down the whole ladder. Thankfully this ladder is relatively light for what you get from a functionality standpoint.However, for the small size you get when it's completely folded and closed, is excellent for simple garage storage. I have it standing against the back wall and out of the way of everything. If you don't need to use a 22-24 foot ladder every day, then this is a great ladder. Extension ladders are by far easier to maneuver and handle by yourself though.