Best Spice Drawer Organizer for Your Kitchen
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A spice drawer organizer lays jars flat or in short rows so every label is visible when the drawer opens. The drawer sets the layout, so the organizer has to match the drawer you have, not the one you wish you had.
An honest note before the list: none of the six products below is sold as a spice rack. They are clear tray sets, a bamboo utensil tray, an acrylic makeup organizer and a craft cabinet. Their listings do not mention spices, so this guide looks at how each could divide a drawer and where it falls short. The tray sets are only 1.9 to 2 inches high, so they suit jars that lie flat, not upright jars.
Quick answer
For dividing a shallow drawer into flexible compartments, the Vtopmart 25-piece set, the BiuLeon 25-piece set and the A-LuGei 28-piece set are the closest fit, because you can combine tray sizes to match your drawer. The Pipishell bamboo tray is an expandable utensil tray that suits wide drawers. The YFXCVSL acrylic organizer and the craft cabinet are not drawer inserts at all.
Comparison table
| Product | Type | Sizes stated | Material |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vtopmart 25 pieces | Clear trays, 4 sizes | 9 x 6 x 2, 9 x 3 x 2 and 6 x 3 x 2 inches | Plastic |
| A-LuGei 28 pieces | Clear trays, 5 sizes | 12 x 6 x 2 down to 3 x 3 x 2 inches | Plastic |
| BiuLeon 25 pieces | Trays, 4 sizes | 8.8 x 5.5 x 1.9 down to 2.7 x 2.7 x 1.9 inches | Plastic |
| Pipishell bamboo tray | Expandable utensil tray | Not stated | Bamboo |
| YFXCVSL acrylic organizer | 19-drawer makeup organizer, for a counter or shelf | Not stated | Acrylic, plastic frame |
| Craft drawer organizer | Standalone cabinet with small drawers | 21 x 7 x 23 inches | Not stated |
Product reviews
Vtopmart 25 PCS Clear Plastic Drawer Organizers Set
A set of 25 clear, stackable plastic trays in 4 sizes: 3 trays at 9 x 6 x 2 inches, 6 at 9 x 3 x 2 inches and 8 at 6 x 3 x 2 inches. The listing is aimed at cosmetics and makeup tools but says the trays fit vanity, bathroom, kitchen, office and craft drawers. They are listed as durable and easy to clean.
Who it suits: A shallow drawer where you want to build your own compartments and lay jars flat.
Pros
- Many pieces to mix and match
- Clear, so contents are visible
- Easy to clean
Cons
- Sold for makeup, not spices
- Trays are 2 inches high, so upright jars taller than that will not fit
Skip if: Your jars stand taller than 2 inches.
View the Vtopmart 25-piece set on Amazon (affiliate link)
A-LuGei Clear Drawer Organizer Set, 28 Pieces
A clear plastic set of 28 trays in 5 sizes: 12 x 6 x 2 inches (1), 9 x 6 x 2 (2), 9 x 3 x 2 (4), 6 x 3 x 2 (7) and 3 x 3 x 2 (14). The listing says it holds up to 177 items and names kitchen use for spoons, forks and knives, among bathroom, office and desk uses. No load limit is stated.
Who it suits: A drawer wide enough for the 12 inch tray, with a lot of small things to sort.
Pros
- Five sizes, including small 3 x 3 inch trays
- Clear plastic
Cons
- All trays are 2 inches high
- Not sold for spices
Skip if: Your jars stand taller than 2 inches or you need a stated load limit.
View the A-LuGei set on Amazon (affiliate link)
BiuLeon 25 PCS Plastic Drawer Organizers Set
A set of 25 stackable plastic trays in 4 sizes: 3 at 8.8 x 5.5 x 1.9 inches, 6 at 8.7 x 2.7 x 1.9, 8 at 5.9 x 2.7 x 1.9 and 8 at 2.7 x 2.7 x 1.9. The listing calls it a vanity organizer made of safe, shatter-resistant plastic.
Who it suits: A drawer that needs narrow compartments for small, flat items.
Pros
- Narrow 2.7 inch trays
- Stackable
Cons
- Only 1.9 inches high
- No load limit stated
Skip if: Your jars stand taller than 1.9 inches.
View the BiuLeon set on Amazon (affiliate link)
Pipishell Expandable Bamboo Silverware Organizer
A bamboo kitchen drawer tray that expands and adjusts, listed as waterproof and for utensils. The listing says it can also hold stationery, jewelry and tools. Dimensions are not stated in the facts we have, so check that the compartments and the expanded size suit your jars and drawer.
Who it suits: A wide kitchen drawer that needs an expandable tray.
Pros
- Expandable and adjustable
- Bamboo
Cons
- Made for silverware, so compartments may not fit jars
- No dimensions stated
Skip if: You need stated dimensions.
View the Pipishell bamboo tray on Amazon (affiliate link)
YFXCVSL Acrylic Makeup Organizer with 19 Drawers (counter or shelf)
A clear acrylic organizer with 19 small drawers and a plastic frame. It is listed as a makeup organizer and no dimensions are stated here. It stands on a counter or shelf and is not an insert for a drawer, so it only suits spices if you want small items in a stand-alone case after confirming its size.
Who it suits: Someone who wants small clear drawers on a countertop for tiny items.
Pros
- Clear acrylic
- 19 drawers for small items
Cons
- Not a drawer insert
- No dimensions stated
Skip if: You need an insert that fits a specific kitchen drawer.
View the YFXCVSL acrylic organizer on Amazon (affiliate link)
Craft Drawer Organizer with Dividers and Labels (standalone cabinet)
This is a small-parts cabinet, 21 x 7 x 23 inches and 1 pound, with large and small drawers, rear stop tabs, pre-installed dividers and labels. It is aimed at screws, beads and electronics, so it is a cabinet that sits on a shelf or bench, not a spice drawer insert.
Who it suits: Someone sorting small hardware or craft supplies, not spice jars.
Pros
- Dividers and labels included
- Rear stop tabs on drawers
Cons
- Does not fit inside a drawer
- Not made for jars
Skip if: You need an insert for an existing spice drawer.
View the craft drawer organizer on Amazon (affiliate link)
Buying checklist
- Measure the inside width, depth and height of the drawer, allowing for the sides and any hardware.
- Measure your tallest jar lying down and standing up, and compare it with the tray height.
- Count the jars and decide whether you want rows of small compartments or a few wide trays.
- Check that the drawer closes cleanly with the organizer inside.
- Where a listing gives no size or load limit, confirm it on the product page.
- For tall jars, consider a different format, such as the guides linked below.
Related reading: best kitchen organizer for spices and best spice drawer cabinet.
FAQ
Are these products made for spices?
No. They are listed for makeup, vanity, utensil or craft use. They can divide a drawer, but check each size against your jars.
Will upright spice jars fit in the tray sets?
Only if they are shorter than the trays. The Vtopmart and A-LuGei trays are 2 inches high and the BiuLeon trays are 1.9 inches high, so jars need to lie flat.
What should I measure before buying a drawer organizer?
Measure the usable width, depth and height inside the drawer, plus the tallest jar you plan to store. Confirm the pack size on the product page.
Is the Pipishell bamboo tray a good choice?
It is expandable and adjustable, which helps in a wide drawer. It is sold for silverware and its dimensions are not stated here, so check that its compartments fit your jars.
Can I use the craft cabinet or the acrylic organizer inside a drawer?
No. The craft cabinet is 21 x 7 x 23 inches and the acrylic organizer is made for a counter or shelf, so neither is a drawer insert.
Closing note
If you want a drawer divider for spices, the Vtopmart, A-LuGei and BiuLeon tray sets give the most layout freedom, as long as your jars lie flat. Measure the drawer and the jars first, and look at purpose-made spice organizers if your jars stand taller than 2 inches.
Sources
- CPSC Anchor It!: anchoring guidance for top-heavy furniture
