The positioning of each level and staircase means it's not Eastnor your cat to go from ledge to ledge. I've had to adjust mine by taking off the top level, use it to support the one below and take off the stairs. She could get up but didn't want to, I actually think the way this tree is designed is inpractical for a cat. Also it's small, I have a female 5kg British Shorthair and she is pushing it size wise. So if your cat is bigger or male I would say this isn't the best cat tree for you. I'd say although it lows price (I had a £10 voucher off the sale price) I wouldn't recommend it due to the layout. Also the scratch posts havnt got the scratch material on the full height so she can't use them very well. Seems sturdy though.