Confer Plastics Step-1X: Safe Pool Access, Dual Handrails, Non-Slip, 400 lbs Capacity - USA Made, White/Blue Treads

These pool stairs are great! They are a bit wider than others we’ve had and have good grip. Good for all ages and can accommodate those with mobility challenges as well.We chose not to fill the stairs fully with sand. Disclaimer: we started to fill the stairs but it became clear they would be too heavy and challenging to remove from the pool at the end of the season. These stairs do not accommodate sand containers that you would place on the underside (this review would have been 5 stars had these stairs come with an alternative weighted option). We weighed down the stairs with waterproof bags and fire glass- worked great!See photo-

This ladder was the difference between my grandson being able to get out of the pool safely due to his inability to use fine motor skills. He would have had to watch his family and friends enjoy the pool while he watched, or have someone in the pool who could assist a 12year old who is over 6' to get out of the pool.

I'M SO HAPPY WITH THESE POOL STAIRS! We purchased these steps in the beginning of the season for our 24' round above ground pool, but I wanted to wait until we had to take them out of the pool to give a full review. We had to switch out our a-frame ladder for different steps because this summer we built a deck off the back of our pool. Also, we have a dog and thought these would help him to get in and out of the pool easily. The shipping was super fast and the instructions were clear and easy. They are sturdy, look nice, and the price is reasonable. I read each and every review here beforehand and used some of the suggestions, which I will point out. Filling them up with the recommended amount of sand was not hard at all, but it did leak out a little upon placement in the pool. Not a lot, but it's worth mentioning. Even after filling with the sand and water, the steps still floated a bit. We decided to take some gravel and fill the 2 bottom pieces (2 bases) where the sides connect. We also used some silicone caulk around the openings of those bottom pieces. We didn't purchase a pool mat, but instead purchased a $10 yoga mat to protect the liner. The mat didn't want to stay down, so we cut 2 long strips for the bottom of each side and zip-tied them on. (We tried to caulk them to the bottom of each side, but the caulk didn't hold all season long.) Lastly, we used more screws to attach to the deck than they provided. They give you plenty of holes, but only a few screws for that part. It really helped strengthen the railing. We did need to build a little step up from the deck to the top of the Confer stairs because we built our deck to go right under the top rail of the pool. Also, the stairs didn't sit back far enough to the pool wall because we have a larger cove at the bottom than most I guess. We needed to move them away from the pool wall so they would sit flat, and that required more of a platform on the deck. I wish I could get my pool vacuum behind the steps, so it gets a little dirty back there. (That's really my only complaint!!) As far as removal for winter, I was in the pool pushing up on them, while my husband and 13 year old were pulling them up onto the deck. I was afraid it would be terribly heavy with all that sand, water, and the gravel we put in the bases. It wasn't bad at all! All in all, I'm very happy with my purchase and recommend them to anyone!

I bought these because I have leg problems and the regular ladder that came with the pool made me nervous. I worried about my foot slipping on the narrow rungs. This ladder makes me feel secure as I climb into pool (we got two, one for the outside and one for the inside of the pool). Only concern is that I think we didn't get the rails as secure as I would like. They wobble a bit.

I bought this to use in an Intex 26' X 52" aboveground pool. This worked perfectly for us and the adjustable anchors are great for attaching to the deck. It is rated for 400lbs, while we are not 400lbs we are on the bigger side and this ladder is really sturdy and gives you a sense of security when going in and out of the pool which is great for our elders.Super easy to assemble, we did drill pilot holes before we put the screws in. I do suggest you watch the assembly video before you start to make it easier.All in all this is by far the best addition to our pool yet.