Shoe Organizers – Product Comparison

All shoe organizers were not created equally! You will find so many styles, designs, and functions of shoe organizers out there but which one is right for you? The answer to that depends on where in your home you want your shoe storage, how many pairs of shoes you need to store, and what type of shoes you are going to store.

The first thing I’m going to cover is the good and the bad of the typical shoe storage found on the market because I see many clients who have spent good money on something that is bound to fail them. I want you to find the right shoe rack for your needs that will work!

Reason NOT to buy this one:

1. Shoes will not be stable on these bars
2. Children’s shoes won’t stay on
3. Stuff from the bottom of your shoes will fall into the shoes below

This one is an improvement but..

Reason NOT to buy this one:

1. Stuff from the bottom of your shoes will fall into the shoes below

Reason NOT to buy this one:

1. The dividers take up valuable real estate
2. Men’s shoes often don’t fit well
3. Booties may not fit

Reason to LOVE this one:

1. Rolls out for easy view
2. Fits 6 pairs of women’s shoes in 2 feet
3. Mesh shelves keep most debris from falling through
4. Shelves hold shoes securely
5. Fits all sizes except maybe the largest men’s shoes

Buy this Elfa shoe shelf at the Container Store.

Reason to LOVE this one:

1. Holds shoes securely
2. Fits all sizes of shoes
3. Easy viewing of all the shoes
4. Customize rack to hold shoes and/or bins

Buy this Elfa wall or over door, customizable rack at the Container Store.

Reason to LOVE this one:

1. Holds shoes securely
2. Fits all sizes of shoes
3. Solid shelves keep debris from falling onto shoes below
4. Less expensive
5. Many sizes and colors of this simple solution are available everywhere

Buy this shoe shelf at the Container Store or other retailers

Hang your boots with this rack.

Buy this hanging boot rack at The Container Store.

Tuck your boots under the bed.

Buy this under bed boot container at The Container Store.

Store boots at the foot of your closet.

Buy this floor boot rack at The Container Store.

Hang your shoes on the back of the door and store up to 24 pairs!

Buy this over-the-door shoe storage at The Container Store.

If you have hanging space in your closet, try this one.

Buy this hanging shoe storage at The Container Store.

This slim cabinet fits anywhere and is perfect for the entryway. It can hold about 12 pairs of shoes.

Buy this shoe cabinet at IKEA.

If shoes are a greater problem at your entryway, read my blog post: Back to School: Let the Clutter Begin.

If shoes are only a small part of your wardrobe challenges, read my blog post: How to Organize a Master Bedroom Closet.

Did you figure out which solution is right for you? Tell us which one in the comments below!