Best Hanging Spice Shelves
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Hanging spice shelves are racks that hang over a cabinet door or the back of a pantry door, so jars and bottles sit off the counter and out of the way. The door width, the depth you have behind the door, and the number of tiers decide which rack fits. The six options below are over-the-door and door-mount racks from our data pack. Each one is described only by the figures its listing states, and the post notes where a listing gives no number.
Quick answer
- For a tall pantry door with many jars, the Moforoco black and white nine-tier racks list 74.8 inches of height and nine shelves each.
- For a narrower door, the Delamu cabinet door organizer is 16.6 inches wide and lists six adjustable baskets.
- For a rack that can go over a door or on a wall, the POKIPO organizer lists both mounting options and eight baskets.
- Measure the door width and the depth behind the door first. Several listings say to check both before buying.
How to choose a hanging spice shelf
Start with the door. An over-the-door rack hooks onto the top edge of the door, so the door must be wide enough and the gap behind it must be deep enough. The Delamu cabinet door organizer lists a need for a pantry depth of more than 7 inches and a door width of more than 16.6 inches, not counting the handle. The Delamu six-tier pantry rack lists a depth above 5.2 inches and a door gap above 0.06 inches. Measure the door, the gap at the top and the depth behind the door before you order.
Next, count the tiers. A taller rack holds more items, but it must fit the door height. The Moforoco and Moforoco white racks are listed at 74.8 inches tall with nine shelves each, while the Delamu six-tier rack is 50 inches tall and the Delamu cabinet door organizer is 52.1 inches tall. The POKIPO organizer is 74 inches tall with eight baskets. A shorter rack leaves space at the top of the door, and a taller rack may cover the door handle or hit the ceiling on a short door.
Then decide the load. The listings differ. The Delamu six-tier rack gives each large basket up to 10 pounds, with 60 pounds for the rack. The Delamu cabinet door organizer and the Moforoco racks describe strong metal construction without giving a total load in the text we read. The POKIPO listing describes thicker, rust-resistant material and a coated basket, but its load line is cut off in the text we read. Choose a rack whose listing states the weight you plan to store.
Sizing and fit
The door width is the first check. The Moforoco black rack says to measure the door width before buying, since it fits a shelf 16.5 inches wide. The Moforoco white rack is 15.3 inches wide, and the narrow Moforoco version is 12.2 inches wide. The Delamu six-tier rack is 18 inches wide and 5 inches deep, so the door must be at least that wide. Compare the rack width with the clear width of your door, not the outer frame.
The depth is the second check. The Moforoco black rack is 5.2 inches deep, the Moforoco white rack is 4.9 inches deep, and the Moforoco eight-tier rack is 6.06 inches deep. The Delamu cabinet door organizer is 6.8 inches deep. A rack that is too deep may stop the door from closing, so check the gap behind the door before you order.
Materials and build
Most racks here are metal. The Moforoco racks are listed as metal and rust-proof, and the white version is also described as water resistant. The Delamu racks are metal and listed as rust-proof, with fasteners on the cabinet door organizer and snap-together assembly on the six-tier pantry rack. The Moforoco eight-tier rack uses flat steel hooks and 25 thick metal lines on the bottom for support, according to its listing. The POKIPO organizer is made of alloy steel and bamboo, with a water-resistant coating. A metal rack is easier to keep clean, while a bamboo element adds a wood look.
Who each option suits
A household with a tall pantry door and many jars will look at the Moforoco black or white nine-tier rack. Their listings state no tools or drilling needed to install. A cook with a narrow cabinet door who needs a rack for spices and small bottles will look at the Delamu cabinet door organizer, which lists six adjustable baskets. A renter who cannot drill into a wall may choose an over-the-door rack such as the Moforoco or Delamu racks, since the listings say no drilling is needed. A person who wants a rack that works on a door or a wall will look at the POKIPO organizer, which lists both options.
Mistakes to avoid
The most common mistake is to skip the door measurement. A rack that is 16.5 inches wide does not fit a 15-inch door, and a rack that is 18 inches wide will not fit a narrow cabinet. The second mistake is to ignore the depth behind the door. A rack that is 7 inches deep may not close the door on a shallow pantry. The third mistake is to overload the top baskets. Several listings give a per-basket limit, so keep the heaviest items in the lowest baskets. A fourth mistake is to use a hanging rack on a door that will not stay closed, since the rack adds weight to the hinges.
Roundup: six hanging spice shelves and pantry racks
Each block below uses the listing’s own figures. Read the listing before you buy, because specifications can change.
1. Moforoco 9-Tier Over the Door Pantry Organizer, Black
This black rack has nine tiers of hanging baskets. The product size is 5.2 inches deep, 16.5 inches wide and 74.8 inches high. The listing says to measure the door width first, since the rack fits a 16.5 inch wide shelf. It is made of metal, listed as rust proof, and the listing says it can hold heavy cans and jars. The installation needs no tools and no drilling. The listing lists kitchens and laundry rooms among its rooms. Choose this for a tall door that is at least 16.5 inches wide.
2. Moforoco White 9-Tier Over the Door Pantry Organizer
This white version has nine tiers and is 4.9 inches deep, 15.3 inches wide and 74.8 inches high. The listing says it installs over any standard door with no tools or drilling. The metal is listed as heavy duty, rust proof and water resistant, and the listing gives cookware as a recommended use. It is a good fit for a standard door that is a little narrower than the black version. Choose this when you want the same nine-tier height in a white finish and a door of about 15 inches wide.
3. Delamu Adjustable Cabinet Door Organizer, 6-Tier Hanging Spice Rack
This rack is made for a cabinet or pantry door and has six adjustable baskets. Its listing gives a size of 6.8 inches deep, 16.6 inches wide and 52.1 inches high. The listing asks you to confirm a pantry depth above 7 inches and a door width above 16.6 inches, not counting the handle. The baskets adjust for different heights, and the frame is rust-proof metal with fasteners that stabilize each basket. The listing lists food as the recommended use. Choose this for a cabinet door where you need height control and can meet the depth and width figures.
4. Moforoco White Hanging Spice Organizer with Eight Tiers
This Moforoco rack has eight tiers of baskets, four standard and four deeper. Its listing gives a size of 6.06 inches deep, 16.5 inches wide and 74.8 inches high. The listing says it uses a flat steel hook design and 25 thick metal lines on the bottom for support. The recommended uses are food, jars and cookware. The shelves are adjustable, so you can change the spacing for tall or short jars. Choose this when you want deeper baskets for larger jars and a tall door.
5. Delamu Over the Door Pantry Organizer, 6-Tier Metal
This six-tier rack has six large baskets. Its listing gives a size of 5 inches deep, 18 inches wide and 50 inches high, and each basket measures 16.22 inches wide, 4.65 inches deep and 2.95 inches high. The listing says each tier holds up to 10 pounds, which gives up to 60 pounds for the rack. It assembles in minutes with a snap-together design. The listing says to ensure a pantry depth above 5.2 inches and a door gap above 0.06 inches. It can hang on a door or a wall, according to the specs. Choose this for a wide door with a load in mind.
6. POKIPO 8-Tier Over the Door Pantry Organizer, Wall or Door Mount
This POKIPO organizer has eight baskets and can hang over a door or attach to a wall. Its listing gives a size of 6.1 inches deep, 17 inches wide and 74 inches high. The listing says each basket adjusts in height by about 1.8 inches. The frame is alloy steel with bamboo elements and a water-resistant coating, and the listing describes rust-resistant and scratch-resistant finishes. The recommended use is food. Choose this when you want the option to switch between a door and a wall, since the listing offers both mounts.
Review: the Delamu six-tier rack in depth
The Delamu six-tier rack is the one in this group with a listed load for each basket and for the whole rack. Its size of 18 inches wide, 50 inches high and 5 inches deep gives six large baskets, each about 16 inches wide. The listing says each tier holds up to 10 pounds, and the total is up to 60 pounds. That number is the most useful figure in the group for a pantry door that stores cans and jars.
The assembly is a snap-together design, which the listing says takes minutes. It does not use piece-by-piece hardware, so the rack is quick to set up. The listing says to confirm the pantry depth is above 5.2 inches and the door gap is above 0.06 inches before you buy. The rack can hang on a door or a wall, according to the specs. The recommended uses are food, cans and jars.
Two close alternatives from this roundup help you decide. The Delamu cabinet door organizer is narrower at 16.6 inches and lists six adjustable baskets, which suits a narrower cabinet. The POKIPO organizer lists eight baskets and both mount options, which suits a door that might change. Choose the six-tier Delamu rack when you need a stated per-tier load and a wider door.
FAQ
How do I know if a hanging spice rack fits my door?
Measure the clear width of the door and the depth behind it. The Delamu cabinet door organizer lists a door width above 16.6 inches and a pantry depth above 7 inches. The Moforoco racks say to measure the door before buying.
How much weight can an over-the-door rack hold?
The Delamu six-tier rack lists 10 pounds per tier and up to 60 pounds in total. The other listings do not state a total in the text we read, so check the product page before you load a rack.
Do I need tools to install these racks?
The Moforoco racks say no tools or drilling are needed. The Delamu six-tier rack assembles with a snap-together design. The Delamu cabinet door organizer includes fasteners to stabilize its baskets.
Can I hang a spice rack on a wall?
The POKIPO organizer lists both an over-the-door mount and a wall mount. The Delamu six-tier rack lists door mount and wall mount in its specs. Check the mount type on the listing you choose.
Which rack has the most tiers?
The two Moforoco nine-tier racks have the most listed shelves in this group, at nine each. The Moforoco eight-tier rack and the POKIPO organizer each list eight.
Will the rack stop my door from closing?
A rack that is too deep for the gap behind the door can stop the door from closing. Check the depth figure in the listing against the gap, and leave room for the door to swing.
Bottom line
For a tall door with many jars, choose a nine-tier Moforoco rack if the door is wide enough. For a narrow cabinet door, choose the Delamu cabinet door organizer after you check its width and depth figures. For a stated load, choose the six-tier Delamu rack. For a door that might become a wall, choose the POKIPO organizer. Measure the door first, then match the rack to the number of jars and the load.
For more on mounting and sizing, read Best Spice Shelves Wall: Mounting and Size Checks and Best Pull Out Spice Shelves for Cabinets: 4 Picks Compared.
