Little Giant Ladders, Revolution with Ratchet Levelers, M22, 22 ft, Multi-Position Ladder, Ratchet™ leg levelers, Aluminum, Type 1A, 300 lbs weight rating (12022-801), Gray

I bought the Little Giant 22 ft ladder from Amazon during one of their Christmas sales during 2012. The price was fantastic (just under 200) and the ladder works great! We have pretty high ceilings and I've used it to easily replace ceiling can flood bulbs in the stairwell by just adjusting the legs on the ladder to different heights. I couldn't even put a ladder in the stairwell before, and even if I did my 8 ft step ladder wouldn't have reached the bulb. It's fairly easy and intuative to switch heights with the Rock Locks, as well as switch between an extension ladder vs. an A frame step ladder. The ladder feels very sturdy to me, and I'm a little over 200 lbs. I really think this is a very well made product and would not hesitate purchasing again ... although I think this will last my lifetime so I probably won't need to buy again... This ladder allows me to get rid of both my 8 ft step ladder as well as my extenstion ladder - and by mounting it on the wall with the Wall Rack I have gained a lot more storage space in my garage. I also bought the work platform to go with it, but I haven't used that yet. Some minor issues that may be major for others - the ladder is a bit heavy (approx 40 lbs). This might make it difficult for some people to move around the home. It isn't for me, but I could see it might be a problem for some. It does have rubber wheels on the bottom which make it easy to move over a flat, smooth surface however. When the ladder is in an extension mode, the treads are a bit small which isn't real comfortable to stand on for a long period of time. You can alleviate this by buying the work platform accessory, but I don't know how easy it is to use with this since I haven't used mine yet. If you can wait to buy the ladder, Amazon usually has this one sale during the Christmas season (Black Friday/Monday) as well as one of there specials during the remaining holiday season (when I bought mine). The specials will save you a significant amount of money.

This ladder is just awesome. If you are going to use it mostly for a 1 size A frame ladder, it is quite a bit heavier than an aluminum ladder of the same size, so I am not sure I would pay the extra money in that case. However, if you are looking for a ladder that can be adjusted to do just about anything you want, then this is the ladder for you. Pros: * I LOVE the leveling feet, when using this as an extension ladder, they are very easy to adjust and work great * It really is simple to adjust it to all the things that you want it to do. I was worried that I wouldn't be able to remember all the adjustments, but in reality it is simple and very intuitive on how to adjust it * The ladder seems very stable, even with the extension all the way out, there is some give in the ladder, so don't expect this to be rock solid with no bend as you go up, but then again I am 230 lbs so there aren't many extension ladders that wouldn't have some give :) * The flexibility to use it in so many ways Cons: * It is a heavier ladder, that being said it comes with wheels to move it around, but in practice it makes it difficult to move around as it is so far behind you that I usually just pick it up and carry it. * For the second A-Frame you have 2 tops that you put in the extensions to make another A-Frame and it comes with a bungy cord to attach it to the ladder for storage. It works fine, I just wish they are come up with a way to integrate it into the frame, I just leave it in a drawer until I need it and I am sure I will end up losing it and then not find it when I do need it :) In summary, if your looking for a good all around ladder that does a little bit of everything and you don't mind they weight go for it. It takes up less space than multiple ladders and won't really cost more when you look at buying multiple ladders. If you only use one type or size of ladder, spend less money and get a lighter ladder.

It took me a long time to choose this ladder. Wanted top quality in an adjustable ladder at a good price. Very happy with the purchase. Pros: it is exactly what the ads say, adaptable, sturdy, stable, and easy to use. Excellent workmanship. Cons: Price (it's not cheap), Weight (a weakling won't like the 22 ft ladder), rung depth. Regarding the price, I've heard from another LG owner that his son's knockoff is much lower quality; you'll get what you pay for. Regarding the weight, I'm fit and I have very little trouble with it. Watch the videos on how to manipulate the ladder and they help A LOT. My wife is 5'8" so she can lug it around, but anyone much shorter will be inclined to use the wheels. Keep in mind the weight is a factor of the height (22') and weight capacity (300lbs). Get a smaller version, and it will be lighter. Lastly, don't forget that the weight of the ladder adds to it's stability. I never feel unsafe on it. My complaint about the rung depth is a minor point. I typically used an A frame ladder (very deep rungs) and I don't spend a lot of time on an extension ladder, so I'm probably being a baby. If you're going to be standing on the ladder for a while, you may want to buy the work platform. For a simple up-and-down trip, it's fine. FYI, I've done some of that "standing work" (painting overhead) but I still haven't ordered the platform. I may also get the leveling leg, but I haven't needed it yet. The ladder included the brackets to convert to a scaffold, but I haven't used it yet. My neighbor has an older version, and I must say I like the hinge latches and extension latches on my Revolution much better than on his. They're more comfortable on the hands. Now I only have one ladder. The only weakness in this approach is for work less than 8 ft, it's like bringing a bazooka to a duel: the job will get done, but a smaller step ladder would do it easier. I may end up buying a cheap stepladder for that reason... or maybe not. :-)

I bought both the Little Giant RevolutionXE Model 22 and Werner MT-22. Here's the good, the bad, and the ugly: THE BAD: *Expensive - I wouldn't have bought it even at $200. I would have go with Werner MT-22 for $114. You must be patient waiting for them to go on sale though. *Little Giant Revolution XE Model 22 weighs more than advertised spec. It's just a bit over 40 pounds instead of 38 pounds. This is due to upgraded ALL METAL Quad-Lock hinges and Rock locks. With wheels and trestle brackets, it went over 40 pounds. For Werner MT-22, its advertised spec weight is 47 pounds, but it's actual weight is 45ish. *The thin strips that are welded diagonally to the lowest/widest rungs and the legs make indentation to both sides of the legs. I personally think that these weaken the strength of the legs. I had other small ladder with similar thin strips welded to the legs and made an indentation. And guess what, that was where it broke and injured my wife. Fortunately, it was just bunch of bruises injury and her ribs and hip were not fractured. My wife is small and pettite. *Made in China. THE GOOD: *Quad-Lock hinges are all metal instead of orange plastic. They do give you a sense of safety. *Rock locks are a must when it comes to extending the ladder to its full length. They are also made of all metal instead of orange plastic. If you are small guy or not fit, you got to have this. I am a small guy but very fit. And I have real hard time extending Werner MT-22 to its full length. But with Rock locks from Little Giant, it made me want to return Werner MT-22. *RevolutionXE aluminum is 20% lighter. Trust me, no matter what brands you go with, you want the lightest if you are small guy, specially for 22' models when extending to its full length. I know the guys or ladies you've seen on TV made it look so light and easy. But I just think that the ladders they used are not the same one you are getting. *The rungs are welded to the legs. For Werner MT-22, they are double-riveted. Although both are very sturdy, I personally think that the welding is going to outlast the rivets. So, for as long as it gives me a sense of safety, I am in. *The wheels are a must if you are a small guy or not very fit. These ladders do feel heavier and awkward when carrying without the wheels. I have no problem carry 50 pound dumb bell with one hand. *The co-molded non-slip rubber feet are definitely well built when comparing to Werner MT-22. I do feel that they will outlast Werner's. *The tristle brackets essentially make it into 2 solid step ladders. With Werner, I would not use the other half as step ladder. It wobbles a bit but it works fine for scaffolding. THE UGLY: The Little Giant Revolution XE 22 model does have many advantages to similar model from Werner. However, there's huge price difference. At any day at normal price, you can get Werner MT-22 for $206 at just about any local stores that carry it. If you want Little Giant Revolution XE 22 model, you are looking at $339. Both are very sturdy built. If you are a big guy and well built, they weight difference may not be justified the price difference. But if you are small guy like me and you don't need this in a hurry, wait for it to go on sale. Then, it's definitely worth the price difference. I got mine for $179 for Little Giant Revolution XE Model 22 while the Werner MT-22 was only $114. Since I am a small guy, the weight difference, the Rock locks, and other advantages Little Giant has, it was well justified for the price difference.

This review is for the 26 foot model, 12026 that I purchased about a year ago. For many years I lived with a 20 foot aluminum extension ladder and a 6 foot step ladder and everything was fine. Then we moved to a new house with gutters off the second floor and a number of cathedral ceilings inside and my quiver of ladders didn't cut it anymore. I'll provide some details on my thought process at how I arrived at buying this ladder as it may help others trying to make the same decision. I spent a lot of time reading reviews and going back and forth between getting a taller extension ladder or one of these multi-position ladders. The extension ladder has the advantages of being lower cost and lighter, but that would only solve my gutter problem outside. It wouldn't help me paint the high walls of the cathedraled area along the stairs or change light bulbs in the center. It also would be so long that I would have trouble storing it in the garage. So, I decided I wanted a multi-position ladder. The need to reach the gutters in the back of the house that are about 2 1/2 floors up drove me to the tallest models- the 26 footers. Unfortunately, these are also the heaviest ladders. This little Giant model is the lightest of the 26 footers which was a key consideration for me. I was willing to pay a premium to shave 5 or so lbs off compared to the classic model. It doesn't sound like a lot but I figured it could make a big difference in the usability of the ladder. I ordered an Amazon warehouse deals ladder that had some package damage but was otherwise new and saved a bit on the cost. When it arrived, the ladder felt heavy- I'm glad it didn't have one that was 5 lbs heavier. The wheels on it help with dragging it around, though it is too wide to maneuver through doorways while rolling it so I have to pick it up and go though sideways. The videos online show the infomercial guy swinging the ladder around and adjusting it like nothing. I am nowhere near as proficient as that. Maybe it is easier on a smaller, lighter model the use in the demo. Still, it is not complicated to work. The adjustment mechanisms feel very rugged. You do have to be careful where you place your hands when adjusting. There are places where you could catch your finger between a rung and a support bar. For A-frame usage, this ladder is great. It is very sturdy. Using it on a staircase while painting walls was no problem and supported me and my wife with ease. Using it to reach my second floor roof is still a struggle. I'm a 40 year old male 5'10" and 180lbs- pretty average. My wife is smaller and lighter. I don't think we could lift the ladder up to the roof with it fully extended. It is too long- we would not have the leverage to lift it up to vertical. So we had to do it the dangerous way. We extended the top section all the way but left the bottom collapsed. We could lift it to vertical like that and then we released the latches and pushed the ladder up to extend the bottom section like an extension ladder. I should point out this is a very dangerous operation as you have to lift from the rungs and risk getting your fingers or hands caught between the rungs and the supports that go across the back. It takes a bit of muscle to lift the ladder that way as well. Dangerous as it was, it worked and we could fully extend the ladder and didn't lose any fingers. Once it is vertical and fully extended I am able to manage it by myself and move it along the house. Taking it down was just the opposite. We collapsed the bottom section while the ladder was vertical to make it short enough that we could manage laying it down to horizontal. Maybe there is a better way of doing this? Use a pole to push the fully extended ladder up to vertical or use a rope? Please add a comment if you have a good method! While up on the ladder with it fully extended I got a bit of bouncing and flexing. It is disconcerting at first, but you quickly learn that the ladder is plenty strong despite the flexing. It didn't bother me after that. The wide stance at the bottom helps make sure you moment of inertia stays within ladders stability range. It never felt like it wanted to tip sideways. The footbeds on the rungs are fairly comfortable and have ridges for grip. Beware of slipperiness in snow and wet, though. When clearing snow off my roof last Winter I noticed the rungs got a little slippery when they got some snow build up on them and my shoes. The small size of the ladder when fully collapsed was one of the key selling points for me. It stands vertically in my garage taking up little more space than the 6 foot step ladder. All in all, I am glad I bought this ladder despite struggling with its weight at times and am very glad I didn't get a less expensive/heavier model. If you need to reach a tall roof often, I'd recommend getting an extension ladder instead. If you need an all around ladder that should last a long, long, time and only on rare occasions need to extend it to its full length I recommend this ladder.

I am a handyman, so I use ladders on a regular basis and I gotta say, this is the most versatile, well built, user friendly, quality ladder I have ever owned! You can do so much more with this type of ladder. You've probably seen the commercials by now, so yes, it does all that. But there are a couple this I would like to point out. 1) First thing is weight. It weighs more than a typical 6' or even 8' 'A' frame fiberglass ladder. But what do you expect when you have a 17' foot extension ladder that folds down to a compact 5' tall? That's one of the beauties of this ladder, it folds down nice and neat. I still can carry it with one hand as I bring it in and out of the garage. For longer halls it has rollers, so you can just grab the top and roll it to the job like you are carrying a dolly. 2) When extended to the full 17' extension ladder, the pivot point seems a tad shaky when climbing up and down the middle. It is rated for 300 pounds, but I would be a VERY nervous if I were 300 pounds and using it as an extension ladder. I weigh 200 albeit dexterous pounds and feel a bit nervous the way it bends slightly in the middle. I would have taken a star off for this, but I'm thinking it is stronger than it feels. I am just a little more gentle and cautious when I'm in the middle section at full extension. So overall, the plus's way outweigh the minor minus's. I recommend this ladder in a heartbeat.

The 12017, owned since May 2012, was a good choice for my specific needs. It is light, and lays flat in the back of my vehicle with one seat down and the tailgate closed. Fully extended, it lands above my second story windows. It feels solid when standing on it as a type 1A (300 pound) should. It is 14 rungs extended and 4 rungs stored (rungs are 12 inches on center). This wide range is possible because of the center hinge, and because the sections may be extended until only one rung is doubled (overlapped). The extension locks are easy to use. To release, one squeezes the bottom of the rocking lock lever toward the ladder rail until a ball detent retains the withdrawn lock pin against a spring. The ball detent is just right to hold against the spring, but weak enough to be released by smacking the top of the lever with one's palm. The end of the lock pin is beveled such that one can release the ball detent, then slide the rails until the rungs align enough for the lock pin to spring home. I usually align first, then smack, to reduce wear by the end of the hard steel lock pin rubbing on the aluminum inner ladder rail. I see no plastic parts in the extension locks. The design of the center hinge lock is even better because one does not have to smack it after releasing. One simply squeezes the knob toward the ladder rail until retained, then open or close the ladder until the lock pins spring home at the next lock angle (folded, step, or extension). The only plastic parts in the center hinge area are spacers riveted between aluminum plates. One of the compromises chosen to keep the weight low, and the storage size small, is lower rung tread depth. The treads are about 1-3/8 inches deep with hard edges. Standing on these in running shoes gets old faster than standing on my big 36 foot type 1A Werner which has rungs about 1-3/4 inches deep with rounded edges (but weighs 80 pounds). In the lower configurations, the 12017 has more rungs that are doubled by the overlap. The two rungs together give a tread depth of about 3-1/2 inches. One can stand on these all day. I peeled most of the vinyl stickers off, then waxed the rails with car wax. This allows easier adjusting, and reduces the risk of pinching one's fingers by lowering "stiction". If you're still reading, you're probably looking at the Werner MT-17 too. At the time of purchase, I cared about these 12017 advantages: 1. Rung tread depth is about 1/4 inch more. This doesn't sound like much but one can feel it. 2. Weight is about 6.2 pounds less. (I weighed both with a force gauge accurate to 0.1 pound.) It's obvious when one picks them up. 3. The extension locks make using the ladder easier. In summary, the 12017 is a good choice if one wants compact storage and low weight in a good design that is well built. It's a 31.4 pound type 1A that goes from 4 to 14 rungs. It's just light enough that I'll grab it for step ladder use.

I researched the heck out of these ladders before i decided which to buy. The consensus out there is that little giant is overpriced and Werner etc are just as good. Now that I've had this ladder for several months, if it got stolen tomorrow I would immediately order the exact same one without the slightest hesitation. I would not even consider the Werner or any others, even at half the price. The reason? The latches and hinges! Absolutely worth the extra money, omg! It makes it so much easier to work with. Comparisons aside, I freakin' LOVE this ladder. I bought the 5 step 22ft version despite many qualms about extra weight, and I'm glad I did. Honestly this ladder is not difficult to handle. I'm a 5'7" 155lb out of shape nerd who by no means handles these things all the time - but I find it easier to handle than a normal 6ft fiberglass ladder. It's shorter than a normal 6ft ladder, which makes it easier to maneuver without hitting the tops of door frames and turning it around tight corners. As far as picking it up, just bend down slightly and put your arm through whichever step it's near so that your shoulder bears the entire weight and your arms are just to guide it, then lift slightly with your legs and you're off! I can carry it around that for 10 minutes straight without problem. Once it's set up, to move it just stand underneath it and put a hand on each side then lift, walk it to where it needs to be - easy! The extra weight, of the ladder in general as well as with the 22ft over the 17ft version, has not been nearly the issue I worried it would be. Another huge benefit of this ladder is stability. Omg it's stable. This has revolutionized my laddering - I regularly make stretches on this that would be suicidal on a normal ladder, but feel totally fine on this - and I don't like heights either mind you. All in all this is one of those purchases I've made that just FEEL so good because even with doubts despite all the research it's turned out to be completely justified and totally worth it! If you're buying a ladder, seriously just get this. If you really can't afford it then get the Werner at least, but if you can eat hot dogs for the last week of the month or whatever to stretch the budget and afford this, I'd do it again.