What is the difference between a hutch and a bookcase?

A hutch mounts on a desk or credenza surface and derives its structural support from that surface — it is not freestanding. A bookcase is a freestanding floor-mounted unit that stands independently. Hutches add vertical storage within the desk's existing footprint; bookcases add storage at a separate floor location. At OfficeFurniture2go.com, we often recommend a combination of both for complete office storage — call 1-800-460-0858 for a storage analysis.