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The Spruce / Lecia Landis
Have you ever opened a drawer and had to search through clutter to get what you need? Thankfully, there's a better way, and it comes in the form of drawer organizers. Made for everything from cutlery to makeup brushes, they're convenient tools to maximize space and keep all of your essentials accessible.
A quick search for "drawer organizer" will show you that there are tons to choose from. Before you buy one, we recommend that you take the advice we often hear from professional organizers: Assess your current belongings and your space before you choose storage containers. Double-check both the measurements of your drawers and the amount of items you intend to store in them, and you'll be much more likely to pick the perfect organizer on the first go.
To help you on your quest for ultimate drawer organization, we researched and tested the top drawer organizers available today, evaluating them on design, quality of materials, versatility, and value.
Here, the best drawer organizers for your home.
Best Overall
Joseph Joseph Blox 10-piece Drawer Organizer Set
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Amazon
Highly customizable
Multiple sets can be joined together
Non-slip feet
Easy to wipe clean
Not suitable for large items
Inconsistent colors
Joseph Joseph is known for its uniquely designed home products, and these drawer organizers don’t disappoint. Your organizing needs are unique to you, and this modular set is highly customizable, making it a great choice for a variety of spaces. Each divider in the set of 10 “blox” can be clipped together on any side, so you can arrange them to your liking. Use them all together in a single large drawer to organize all of your desk accessories, or divide them up and organize multiple smaller spaces, such as your jewelry drawer, cosmetic drawer, or junk drawer. You can also buy additional sets to join together.
Unlike other systems that may slide around when opening and closing your drawer, this 10-piece set comes with self-adhesive, non-slip feet that will keep your dividers in place. For all of these reasons, these Joseph Joseph blox are a great choice for storing a wide range of household items from kitchen tools like cutlery and utensils to craft supplies. They are even nicely sized for household tool storage, makeup drawers, and closet organizers for properly storing jewelry or other small accessories. Another great feature is that you can easily wipe these organizers clean with a damp cloth—which is particularly helpful if you’re putting them in the kitchen or bathroom.
These aren't suitable for larger items such as tools or clothing, but their versatility still makes them our top pick. The ombre color palette is stunning in the suggested pattern, but if you start to join multiple packs together or customize it a different way, some might find the color inconsistency bothersome.
Price at time of publish: $25
Dimensions: 20.75 x 17.5 x 2 inches | Weight: Not listed | Material: Not listed | Color: Varying shades of gray and white | Assembly Required: No | Adjustable: Yes
Best Budget
Madesmart 8-Piece Interlocking Bin Pack
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Highly customizable
Durable
Easy to clean
Not suitable for large items
Not a good size for silverware
Love the idea of a highly customizable, interlocking set, but looking for something a little easier on the wallet? This set by Madesmart has similar features to our best overall pick at half the price. It includes eight interlocking bins that you can mix and match to create the perfect organizer for your drawer. The dark gray color will hide any dirt that may arise from your very organized household tools or office supplies, and when it’s time to clean them, just wipe these plastic bins with a damp cloth.
Use these interlocking organizers for any number of small accessories, from makeup or jewelry to small kitchen items and tools. The plastic is highly durable, so they’re even suitable for use in the garage to help corral things like tools and small screws, nails, and drill bits. However, these measure a little too small for your silverware drawer, so you’ll want to choose a different organizing system for that particular spot in your home.
Price at time of publish: $14
Dimensions: 9.19 x 6.19 x 4.6 inches | Weight: 15.5 ounces | Material: Plastic | Color: Gray | Assembly Required: No | Adjustable: Yes
Best Splurge
Williams Sonoma Marble Silverware Tray
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Williams Sonoma
Modern, sleek design
High-quality material
Handcrafted
May not match or blend with all spaces
Coordinating pieces sold separately
With this elegant silverware tray in your drawer, you'll be reminded of your good taste every time you reach for a fork or a spoon. The Williams Sonoma Marble Silverware Tray is also the kind of piece you can set out for guests to grab silverware when you host a meal or party. We're especially fans of the crisp white marble with neutral gray accents, as well as the minimalist shape and clean lines of the tray itself.
As chic as this tray is, it's best suited for modern decor styles, so it may not fit all kitchens or dining areas. Also, note that there are multiple other pieces in the Williams Sonoma Marble Collection that match, but each piece is sold separately, so building a collection will be an investment. Still, if you're looking for an aesthetically pleasing drawer organizer that doubles as a decorative piece, it's an excellent choice.
Price at time of publish: $90
Dimensions: 13 x 11 x 1.75 inches | Weight: Not listed | Material: Marble | Color: White and gray | Assembly Required: No | Adjustable: No
Best Customizable
Kootek 16-Piece Drawer Organizer
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Durable
Transparent design
Easy to wipe clean
Non-slip bottom
16 separate pieces
Doesn’t clip together
When you’re not exactly sure what your storage needs are, this organizing system by Kootek is a great one to stock, since it comes with 16 separate pieces that you can place together to create one—or many—highly functional drawer organization systems. Each tray is clear, so you can easily see what’s inside. It has a non-slip bottom, so it won’t slide around in your drawer. The bins come in five different sizes to accommodate many different items, from small desk accessories to bathroom essentials like toothpaste and cleansers.
The durable plastic material won’t chip or stain, and it wipes clean if there’s ever an ink or skincare product spill. Since these don’t clip together in any way, it’s up to you to decide your preferred configuration. Use the smallest square bins for paper clips or hair ties, and keep items like staplers, notepads, or brushes in the largest rectangular bins in this set.
Price at time of publish: $22
Dimensions: Varies depending on configuration | Weight: 2.68 pounds | Material: Plastic | Color: Clear | Assembly Required: No | Adjustable: Yes
Best for Bathrooms
OXO 4-Piece Complete Adjustable Drawer Bin Set
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Walmart
Adjustable
Non-slip feet
Easy to wipe clean
White will show dirt
The bathroom always poses an organizational challenge, because so many cosmetics and hygienic products come in odd shapes and sizes. While the OXO Complete Adjustable Drawer Bin Set won’t solve all of your problems (hot tools, we’re looking at you!), it will help keep smaller items, like your face cleansing brush, cotton swabs, creams, makeup, and hair accessories in their place. Note that if your makeup or products ever leak or leave residue, it will show on the white trays, but they can be easily wiped clean.
These slim plastic units are highly customizable, thanks to their adjustable dividers. Place them at whatever spacing is most suitable for the products you need to store. Whether you use these in the bathroom, the kitchen, or elsewhere, you can open and close your drawer with confidence, thanks to non-slip feet that keep the units in place. If you like the style of this organizer but don't need quite as much space, you can consider a single bin.
Price at time of publish: $33
Dimensions: Vary | Weight: 0.5 pounds | Material: Plastic | Color: White | Assembly Required: No | Adjustable: Yes
Best for Makeup
STORi Clear Plastic Vanity and Desk Drawer Organizers | 6 Piece Set
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Multiple sizes
Stackable
Easy to clean
Not suitable for larger items
Can slide around in the drawer
If you’re looking to tidy up your bathroom drawer, these clear acrylic organizers are just right for the job. We like the transparent design, since it gives you a clear view of your products, so you can see each lipstick or eyeshadow and know exactly what you're reaching for.
This six-piece set comes with both longer and shorter bins, so you’ll have the perfect spot to store all of your cosmetics, from mascara to face creams. These shallow organizers can nestle into your vanity drawer, but you can also use them on a slim shelf or even stack them on the countertop. They don’t come with non-slip feet, so if you’re worried about them sliding around in your drawer, pick up a small jar of museum gel, and place a dime-sized amount onto each corner of the organizer. That will keep the bin in place as you open and close your drawer.
Price at time of publish: $18
Dimensions: Vary, depending on configuration | Weight: 1.02 pounds | Material: Plastic | Color: Clear | Assembly Required: No | Adjustable: Yes
Best for Small Clothes
Simple Houseware Closet Underwear Organizer Drawer Divider
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Lightweight
Affordable
Fits a wide range of items
Multiple colors available
Not suitable for larger items
Not adjustable
It’s perennially difficult to store small, odd-shaped items like socks, underwear, and bras in a drawer, but this lightweight fabric divider is here to fix that. Each of the four bins nestles perfectly in a standard dresser drawer to ensure that your clothes, pajamas, and socks stay neat and orderly. Once you tackle that underwear drawer, organizing your entire closet feels within reach. Since these dividers are made of fabric, you won’t have to worry about any of your delicate pieces snagging on a bamboo or plastic divider.
These four boxes are slightly different sizes to accommodate different clothing organization needs. One comes with six rectangular cells, designed for storing ties or scarves. Another has seven rectangular slots ideal for storing bras or folded T-shirts. The third has two rows of square cells for a total of eight compartments—perfect for belts or socks—while the last one has an impressive 24 small square compartments for folded underwear. However, the dividers aren’t adjustable, so they won’t work well for organizing larger clothing items, such as jeans or sweaters.
Price at time of publish: $15
Dimensions: 12 x 6 x 4.25 inches, 12 x 12 x 4.25 inches | Weight: 1.45 pounds | Material: Fabric | Color: Beige, black, brown, gray, dark gray, pink, turquoise | Assembly Required: No | Adjustable: No
Best for Shirts
Brightroom Set of 4 Collapsible Fabric Drawer Organizers
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Fabric material won't snag clothing
Collapsible
Modular design
Not sold separately
Socks and underwear shouldn't get to have all the fun—drawer organizers can work for larger items of clothing, too. From Target's Brightroom line, this set of four fabric bins is ideal for separating and sorting your favorite shirts, sweaters, or pants. The bins are modular, so you can use them side by side or nested inside one another. If you don't need them all, you can fold the spares down and easily store them until you're ready.
At approximately 13 by 13 inches, the largest bin of the group is best suited for sweaters and shirts. While we wish we could pick up a few more in just that size, we're glad to see such a useful set for such a budget-friendly price. The neutral color will blend in will with lots of decor styles, too. Be warned that you may be tempted to pick a set up for each room in your home.
Price at time of publish: $12
Dimensions: 13.25 x 13.25 x 6 inches | Weight: Not listed | Material: Fabric | Color: Gray | Assembly Required: No | Adjustable: Yes
Best for Desk Drawers
Amazon Basics Desk Drawer Organizer
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Six compartments
Metal material
Rubber pads prevent slipping
Only available in one color
Not adjustable
Slip this metal mesh organizer into your desk drawer and marvel at how organized your pens and sticky notes can be. It's the ideal no-frills piece to easily elevate your workspace. The practical compartments are sized for writing implements and for those small loose items that are easy to lose, like paper clips and binder clips. Plus, the low 2.2-inch profile ensures that it won't block any standard desk drawers from opening.
We see the black metal mesh material as super versatile and easy to blend into most workspaces, whether you use it at home or in an office. If anyone desires a different color, they'll have to check out other pieces, since this tray only comes in that one shade. Amazon Basics does have an entire coordinating line of desk organizers and accessories to match it, too.
Price at time of publish: $17
Dimensions: 14.45 x 11.97 x 2.2 inches | Weight: 14.1 ounces | Material: Metal | Color: Black | Assembly Required: No | Adjustable: No
Best for Utensils
Pipishell Bamboo Expandable Drawer Organizer
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Amazon
Adjustable
Eco-friendly material
No configuration required
Not suitable for larger items
Prone to staining
Are your forks, knives, and spoons always in a jumble? If so, it’s not only an organizational nightmare, but it can even be a hazard. (No one needs knives on the loose.) A drawer organizer designed for cutlery can help corral the mess and create a safer cooking environment. This bamboo organizer by Pipishell is especially helpful because of its expandable design. Organizing your silverware could not be easier with this ready-to-use piece. Simply insert the unit and slide the sides out to your desired width. At its smallest size (13 inches), you’ll get six compartments; at its largest, you’ll get eight compartments (19.6 inches). And yes, you can also choose a happy medium at seven compartments.
As an added bonus, the organizer is made of sleek bamboo—an eco-friendly and highly durable material that you can feel good about purchasing. It is slightly harder to clean than plastic, but hopefully your clean utensils won’t get your drawer organizer dirty on a regular basis.
Price at time of publish: $40
Dimensions: 13 to 19.68 x 16.92 x 1.92 inches | Weight: 3.7 pounds | Material: Bamboo | Color: Natural | Assembly Required: No | Adjustable: Yes
Best for Spices
Crate & Barrel Bamboo Spice Drawer Organizer
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Durable
Great visibility
Easy to clean
Possibly too deep for some drawers
Not adjustable
If you cook often, you know it’s important to have your spices visible. However, if your spices are stuffed in a cabinet, that not only leads to a messy, chaotic shelf, but it can also lead to purchasing excess. Instead of buying a lazy Susan or vertical spice rack, consider a drawer organizer like this one by Crate & Barrel. It nestles into your drawer and has angled tiers, so it's easy to see the labels on your jars. That's right, you can whip up your favorite dish in a skillet, slide out your spice drawer, and quickly grab the appropriate seasoning—all within seconds.
This leaning spice rack is made of bamboo, so it’s easy enough to wipe clean, too. While this should fit most drawers, the size is fixed, so remember to measure your drawer. You'll also want to make sure that the organizer will fit with enough clearance to open and close once it’s filled with your spice jars, since they will add extra height.
Price at time of publish: $30
Dimensions: 7.87 x 14.96 x 1.96 inches | Weight: Not listed | Material: Bamboo | Color: Natural | Assembly Required: No | Adjustable: No
Best Divider
The Container Store Bamboo Deep Drawer Organizers
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Adjustable depth
Great for larger utensils
Great for clothes organization
Prone to staining
Doesn’t fit all drawer heights
When it comes to drawer organization, one of the easiest, most customizable (and affordable) solutions is a set of drawer dividers. These spring-loaded bamboo dividers from The Container Store are simple to install. You just pop them into your drawer and file your items accordingly. Unlike shallow organizing bins, these divider inserts allow you more freedom when it comes to keeping larger items like kitchen utensils or even pots and pans in place. They also work well in dressers to keep socks and underwear properly separated.
Each divider comes with rubber pads to keep them securely in place while also protecting your furniture. Since these measure 4 inches in height, they won’t work for smaller drawers, but they’re a great option for standard dresser drawers or deep kitchen drawers.
Price at time of publish: $33
Dimensions: 12.5 to 16.5 x 0.625 x 4 inches | Weight: Not listed | Material: Bamboo | Color: Natural | Assembly Required: No | Adjustable: Yes
Best Heavy-Duty
Ernst Manufacturing 10 Compartment Organizer Tray
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Courtesy by Ernst
Durable
Slim design for toolboxes and workbenches
Easy to wipe clean
Not adjustable
Not suitable for larger items
If you’re storing heavy or potentially sharp items, like pliers or screwdrivers, in a garage or workshop, a super sturdy drawer organizer is key. You don’t want something that’ll easily snap or show scratches. That's why this tray by Ernst Manufacturing, which is made of incredibly thick and durable plastic, is an excellent pick.
Use the larger pockets within the organizer to corral things like wrenches, screwdrivers, and other medium-sized tools. Use the smaller compartments for the tough-to-keep-track-of little things, such as nails, screws, and drill bits. Even with all of the storage potential, the organizer is still slim enough to fit in notoriously shallow toolbox drawers and workbenches. However, it won’t hold larger tools, like your power drill or hammer, since the compartments are not adjustable.
Price at time of publish: $16
Dimensions: 16 x 11 x 1.5 inches | Weight: 1.05 pounds | Material: Plastic | Color: Black | Assembly Required: No | Adjustable: No
For a highly customizable drawer organizer that can be placed in almost any drawer in your home, consider the Joseph Joseph Blox 10-Piece Drawer Organizer Set. This set comes with bins of different sizes, which attach together in whatever configuration best suits your needs. For a similar but more affordable solution, try the Madesmart 8-Piece Interlocking Bin Set. This solid charcoal-colored set is also customizable, and the plastic is highly durable, making it a great choice for a desk or even a garage tool drawer.
What to Look for in a Drawer Organizer
Measurements
To choose the best organizer for your drawer, start by measuring the width, depth, and height of each drawer you’re organizing. Double-check that your desired organizer will fit snugly into your drawer to help maximize your space and prevent it from sliding around when you open and close the drawer. Besides making sure the organizer isn’t too shallow or deep for your space, you’ll want to be sure that your contents can fit into the organizer. For example, if your eyeshadow palette is 6 inches wide, but the organizer is 5 inches wide, you’ll want to size up.
Fixed or Adjustable
Drawer organizers come in both fixed and adjustable designs. A fixed-design organizer, like the Amazon Basics Desk Drawer Organizer, has stationary compartments, so you place it in your drawer and organize your belongings into the slot that works best for them. An adjustable design allows you to modify compartments as you add or edit your belongings. This includes expandable or interlocking bin organization sets. For this style, check our picks for Best Overall, the Joseph Joseph Blox 10-Piece Drawer Organizer Set, or Best Budget, the Madesmart Interlocking Bin Pack.
Materials
Drawer organizers come in a variety of materials, such as wood, bamboo, acrylic, mesh metal, plastic, and fabric. For a more customized appearance, choose a bamboo or wooden organizer (like the Bamboo Deep Drawer Organizers from The Container Store) to place inside a wooden kitchen or dresser drawer. That will create a seamless, built-in look. Transparent containers, like the STORi Clear Plastic Vanity and Desk Drawer Organizers, work well in a bathroom drawer, since they keep your items visible and can easily be wiped clean. An adjustable linen or fabric organizer is a great option for your underwear or sock drawer so that your undergarments won’t catch or tear, and we suggest this set from SimpleHouseware or this nested organizer set from Target's Brightroom line.
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What is the best way to organize your drawers?
To organize your drawers, first, empty them and get rid of any items that you don't want. As you are doing that, group together similar items that you plan to keep. For example, if you're organizing a junk drawer in your office, place pens and pencils separate from receipts and coupons.
Next, you can use a drawer organizer to keep your drawer neat. With a fixed organizer, like the Amazon Basics Desk Drawer Organizer, simply place the organizer in the drawer, and file your items in the appropriate slots. For an expandable organizer (one example is the Pipishell Bamboo Expandable Drawer Organizer), place it in the drawer, and slide the sides out until they connect with the sides of the drawer. Then, you can adjust each section to properly hold your items. For example, if you're using expandable organizers in your dresser, you may want a bigger section for your shirts than for your undergarments.
Now you can place your items in the organizers. As you do that, be mindful not to overload individual compartments so that your drawer stays organized and accessible.
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What can you use drawer organizers for?
Drawer organizers can be used to organize everything from silverware to makeup. Think: kitchen cutlery and utensils, office, school, or art supplies, clothes, accessories like socks and scarves, cosmetics, and more. Of course, there is no reason that your junk drawer can’t be organized to help you easily locate a tape dispenser or notepad, as well.
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How many drawer organizers do you need?
Not every drawer requires an organizer, so start by tackling your most challenging drawer, adding additional organizers as the need arises. One small fixed organizer with three compartments can make a difference, but most organizer sets come with somewhere between eight and 16 pieces. (For context, our pick for Best Overall, the Joseph Joseph Blox Drawer Organizer, has 10.) The number of drawers you want to organize in the kitchen, closet, and elsewhere will determine how many organizers you need.
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How do you organize a deep drawer?
You can organize a deep drawer similar to how you would organize any other drawer in your home. First, declutter the space, and dispose of any items you don't want. Since this space is deeper, you can stack large items. This can be great for bigger items, like casserole dishes in the kitchen or hot tools in the bathroom. Dividers are also a versatile choice for deeper drawers, since you can control the section sizes. For this method, take a look at The Container Store Bamboo Deep Drawer Organizers.
Why Trust The Spruce?
This article was written by Brigitt Earley, a freelance writer with more than 12 years of experience testing and writing about products for outlets like The Spruce and Good Housekeeping. She has a large family and many organizational needs. For this roundup, she considered her own experience, read hundreds of reviews, and scoured other bestseller lists. She uses the Pipishell bamboo expandable drawer organizer in her own home and finds it especially convenient for her long, deep drawers.
Dena Ogden, a commerce writer at The Spruce, updated this piece and contributed additional research. She's been writing professionally since 2016 and with The Spruce since August 2022, specializing in appliances, cleaning, and organizational topics.