Our home editors reveal the 7 kitchen organizing products they can’t live without

A well-organized kitchen is key to a smooth, stress-free cooking experience – especially at the end of a long work day. From clever storage solutions to essential organizers, the right tools can make all the difference.

However, it can be hard to sort the tools that work from the dust-collecting clutter, which is why real-world experience is invaluable to picking the right kitchen organizers for the job.

To help you make the right decisions, we asked our in-house editors for their thoughts on the kitchen organizing products they can’t live without, and why they're essential for when organizing a kitchen.

Kitchen organizing products our editors can’t live without

Whether you’re tackling a full kitchen overhaul or want a few quick fixes, our teams' suggestions, along with the kitchen organizers that professionals always buy, are must-haves for any good cook space.

1. Turntable organizers

From organizing a pantry or organizing a refrigerator, you can never go wrong with a turntable, begins Zara Stacey, managing editor for Homes & Gardens.

‘I have a lot of condiments in my cupboards and fridge – I’m one of those people who has to have about four different sauces with every meal. However, my kitchen is pretty small, so in order to help utilize the space better I purchased this Lazy Susan Rotating Turntable Organizer from Amazon to use in both my fridge and in one of my kitchen cupboards. It helps keep both spaces looking neat and tidy by zoning all the products in one area, and makes it much easier when you're trying to rummage around to find a particular favorite sauce. I'm now tempted to buy one for my bathroom to help organize my make-up and toiletries, too.'

Zara Stacey

Zara is the Managing Editor at Homes & Gardens. She joined the brand in February 2022 as an Interiors Content Editor, specializing in writing content on interior color trends, decorating ideas and design inspiration. After studying English Literature at University, she worked as an Ecommerce Website Editor, Content Writer and Buying Intern at multiple independent businesses within the luxury retail and lifestyle sectors. She enjoys nothing more than discovering new trends, brands and products, whether that be in fashion, interior design or lifestyle.

2. Baskets

It wouldn’t be a perfect organizing roundup without mentioning the best storage baskets. They are invaluable to organizing a kitchen and keeping clutter contained, says Punteha Van Terhayden, head of Solved.

‘I bought a set of matching sage green baskets for the shelves to add storage without visual clutter. I love them because they increase my storage, look nice and match the colors of my kitchen appliances to help everything look more strategic. Plus, they fit perfectly in the space I was working with.’

It is always a good idea to measure your storage space before you invest in your organziers. This way, you know you will make the most out of the space available and you don't over – or under–spend.

Punteha van Terheyden

Punteha was editor of Real Homes before joining Homes and Gardens as Head of Solved. Previously, she edited lifestyle and consumer pieces in print and digital newspapers and magazines, including a long-running column in BBC Good Food. Punteha is a DIY enthusiast and spends her weekends working on ways to personalize her newly-built home. She is disabled and suffers chronic pain so small transformative projects that bring useful functionality are her focus.

3. Drawer dividers

Utensils can quickly descend into chaos without organizing kitchen drawers. That is why Otillie Blackhall, a Solved news writer for H&G, swears by her drawer organizers.

‘One kitchen organizing product I can't live without is drawer dividers. I use them to keep my cutlery, utensils, and miscellaneous kitchen items neat and tidy – like bottle openers and chopsticks. That way I know where everything is! For my deeper kitchen drawers, I use acrylic drawer dividers and stack them one on top of the other, so I can see what's beneath without having to pull everything out.'

4. Glass food jars

If you are going to invest in anything for your kitchen, make sure it is food storage to reduce food waste.

For Dan Fauzi, H&G’s home tech editor, this means investing in good-quality glass jars and containers. ‘A good set of jars is a simple game-changer when it comes to kitchen organization. If you're making stocks, sauces, pickles, jams or anything that might be kept in the fridge for a while, jars don't take up much space compared with food containers. They also don't use plastic, so any liquids are safe from chemical cross contamination – as the chemicals in plastic can leach into liquids if stored for a long time.’

Dan Fauzi

Dan is the home tech editor for Homes & Gardens, covering and testing everything from floorcare and cleaning products to air purifiers, sound, and smart home. They've always been passionate about the latest tech but their writing on homes products started back in 2021 on brands like BBC Science Focus, YourHomeStyle and Gardens Illustrated.

5. Cabinet pull-outs

Organizing kitchen cabinets is my least favorite part of organizing a kitchen. Things always get lost at the back, or topple over– not to mention trying to stack baking sheets that slide and bang around, giving me a headache. To end this constant battle and save my back, I finally invested in some cabinet pull-outs.

These adhesive drawer-like shelves allow me to pull everything out so I can see precisely where everything is and pluck out what I need without having to empty the whole cabinet. This saves time, frustration, and backache while elevating my renter kitchen at the same time.

6. Food clips

Alex David, head of eCommerce, shares, 'I bought a set of these packet clips the other month and I can't believe I lived without them for so long. They're great for sealing and storing food – I've used them on everything from ground coffee to tortilla chips to cheese. They tidy up loose bags and are the perfect food storage trick to extend the life of your groceries. Best of all, they're cheap, usually costing a few dollars.'

Alex David

As Head of eCommerce, Alex David makes sure our readers find the right information to help them make the best purchase. After graduating from the University of Cambridge, Alex learned the tricks of the trade at the Good Housekeeping Institute, testing everything from vacuums and washing machines to dog toys to exercise bikes. He then moved to BBC Gardeners’ World Magazine, where he got into the weeds to discover the best gardening tools, machinery, and wildlife products. At a time when it can be tricky to know what's what, and when budgets are tighter than ever, helping readers to find the right products to make their lives a little easier is a genuine passion.

7. Shelf risers

If, like me, you are tired of digging through your pantry to find the right bottle or can, then I highly recommend investing in some shelf risers. Adding some height to my shelves helps me to organize canned goods so I can actually find them, and stops me having to take everything out to reach the one big bottle at the back.

I always stack items so that the shorter items are on the front shelves with the taller items at the back. This way, nothing is hidden and I can easily reach over items to pick out what I need.

Enhancing your kitchen storage ideas with our selection of kitchen organizers will only help to make your kitchen space more functional and easy to use. Remember that organization is a process of trial and error. Try out a few variations of storage solutions around your kitchen until you find a system that flows effortlessly for you and your household.