10 Of The Easiest IKEA Products To Assemble

It's no secret that we love IKEA for its budget-friendly, versatile furniture. But we can't ignore that those positives compete with its reputation for selling some items that are difficult to build. Excessive parts, misaligned screw holes, or just plain old confusing instructions can have you frustrated with why IKEA makes you assemble your furniture in the first place. While assembling some of these products is believed to raise heart rates, we know it can still be worth it to take advantage of IKEA's amazing deals. So maybe you've already seen some of TikTok's helpful tips for a fast and easy IKEA furniture assembly. But if you're looking for a straightforward guide to which specific IKEA items come together without a hassle, based on customer insights, you're in the right place.

On IKEA's website, each product rating is broken down into five different sub-ratings, one of which is "ease of assembly/installation." We searched through the top-rated products on their US site to find those that scored highest for stress-free construction. The result is a list of IKEA products in 10 major furniture categories that you can confidently build without breaking your brain. Say goodbye to the days of flat-pack frustration and hello to functional, affordable furniture.

Bed frames are notoriously cumbersome and difficult to put together due to their size. While building any bed frame will inevitably require some elbow grease, simplify the process by opting for the STJÄRNÖ. It scores 4.6 stars for ease of assembly, with buyers calling it sturdy and versatile. Customer reviews also share a useful tip for the build: mind the instruction to only partially screw in the eight bolts that connect the head and footboards to the side pieces of the frame. You'll tighten them all the way at the end.

If you're looking to painlessly add some extra clothing storage to your bedroom, your best bet from IKEA is the BRIMNES chest of three drawers. With a 4.3-star rating for how easily it comes together, the BRIMNES chest offers ample space in black, white, or gray. And the top drawer boasts a frosted glass panel for modern design intrigue. One customer explains that despite the large number of fasteners, these drawers were a breeze to assemble.

If you're looking for a free-standing wardrobe, try out the PAX/BERGSBO combination for a smooth-sailing assembly. Despite the large pieces, customers find that this version of the PAX is straightforward to build compared to other wardrobes. That said, you will probably want to recruit another set of hands for the safest experience. If you're not a fan of the BERGSBO doors, you can also purchase the base units without them. You can then easily turn a PAX into the ultimate organizer by customizing it with different doors, drawers, shelves, and other inserts from the KOMPLEMENT line.

On the hunt for a nightstand you can construct in a jiff? The bamboo-topped NORDKISA is IKEA customers' top pick for just that. The 4.7-star rating from over 400 customers says plenty, but the reviews confirm the sentiment: "easy" is the word most used to describe the experience of building this bedside table. You'll pay just $100 for three surfaces of open storage, a drawer, and thoughtful, sturdy design. But being able to assemble this piece without any headache? That's priceless.

Whether you're looking to furnish a home office or add some workspace in your bedroom, the smallest desk in the MICKE line is the customer's favorite for a quick setup. It's worth noting that this specific desk won't be best for those who need a larger worktop for computer monitors and a lot of supplies. But for a laptop and a few other essentials, this will do the trick. If you do need to level up, there are larger versions of the MICKE available for purchase. And reviews confirm that the big desks come together almost as easily as the smallest.

Are you in a rush to furnish your living room with impossibly stylish seating for yourself and your guests? If so, you'll be happy to know that the DYVLINGE swivel chair is as easy to build as it is amazing to look at. With a whopping 4.8-star assembly rating, the DYVLINGE comes together in just seven easy steps. Color enthusiasts will appreciate the bold green and orange iterations of this accent chair. But for those who love the unique silhouette and prefer to stay subtle with color, the black option is just as cool.

Buying a sofa comes with a whole host of considerations — size, style, color, cushion comfort, seat depth, and more. So if you want to take the worry of a stressful assembly process off your plate, check out the MORABO sofa. Not only is it functional and stylish, but customers rate it 4.8 stars for its breezy construction. Multiple reviews also mention that they've had the MORABO for over a decade, so you can take pride in the fact that you built your own sofa in the many years to come.

Need somewhere to position your TV for watching your favorite show? Look no further than the TONSTAD. The spacious, closed-shelving console with sliding doors comes together without a hitch, according to its 4.8-star rating. Multiple reviewers raved specifically about how this unit was much easier to piece together than other IKEA items they've built in the past. And it doesn't hurt that they found the TONSTAD as beautiful as it was easy to assemble.

The BILLY bookcase is one of IKEA's most popular products for a reason. With a 4.7-star rating for set up, this iconic piece is beloved for how effortlessly it comes together. It's also no wonder there are so many DIY hacks you can do with a BILLY bookcase. The uncomplicated construction means it's easy to build, take apart, customize, and configure. And customers can't help but reiterate how sturdy and long-lasting it is once assembled, so you'll get an incredible return on your relatively small investment of labor.

For those seeking a versatile, unfussy coffee table that can be built in a pinch, the LACK is an undeniable choice. The best seller's minimalist design makes it a straightforward build to start. But what gives the LACK's assembly an extra dose of ease is the lightweight construction. This is thanks to IKEA's signature honeycomb cardboard filling. Over 2,400 customer reviews confirm the LACK's more than manageable assembly. And for just $30, you'll save on cash, as well as stress.