Weight capacities vary: some bath platforms list up to 400.0 pounds, many adult step stools list about 225–300 pounds, and smaller child/toddler steps can be as low as 100 pounds.
These steps are made from a range of materials, including plastic, various steels and aluminum, bamboo, and molded polyurethane.
Anti-slip features include textured tops for grip, non-skid or rubber feet/leg tips, adhesive pads or rubber stoppers, and other slip-resistant step surfaces.
Each stackable platform is described as about 3–4 inches high and can be stacked or hooked side-by-side; stacking is described up to about 32 inches high.
Most items indicate no assembly is required, and stackable bath platforms describe tool-free assembly for stacking and hooking pieces together.