Engineered wood vs. solid wood — does it matter for a nightstand?

For a piece that mostly holds a lamp, a book, and a phone, verified-purchase reviewers say engineered wood with a quality veneer holds up well. Specialist furniture subreddit threads we read note the failure points are usually drawer bottoms and back panels rather than the top, so look for reinforced drawers and anti-tip hardware rather than insisting on solid hardwood.