The Best Desk Organizers for 2021
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Best Desk Organizer
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For this post, I have put together a collection of the best desk organizers currently available.
UPDATED: June 10, 2021.
One of the most important ways to stay productive is to stay organized. This not only applies to your computer files but your entire workspace area.
Here are something to keep in mind when selecting a particular organizer:
Material
Organizers are made from a range of materials, the most common are metal mesh, steel, and plastic. The mesh provides a sturdy structure while allowing you to see through the layers to make it easier to find stored items. The steel options are more durable but typically come at a cost premium. The plastic versions are the most affordable but are more vulnerable to cracking and breaking.
Storage Type
What will you be primarily using this organizer for? Pens and pencils? Files? Paperwork? Random desk items?
What you plan on putting in the unit will obviously determine which one you should pick. Some have vertical dividers that are great for files and others have drawers that work well for hiding small items to help keep the desktop looking clean.
Location
Will you be placing it on top of the desk or in a drawer? Take note of how much available space you have on your desktop and check to make sure the organizer can fit, as the size varies greatly between models. Some of the organizers are specifically designed with a slim profile to fit into a drawer.
Remember, a cluttered desk is a cluttered mind so an empty desk is an... uh… never mind.
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The following desk organizers will help you stay on task and keep everything in place.
So here is my list of The Best Desk Organizers for 2021.
Enjoy!
Best Overall: SimpleHouseware Mesh Desk Organizer
The SimpleHouseware organizer features an efficient storage design.
Features an all-mesh construction.
Includes a storage drawer with three compartments for convenience.
Equipped with two side load letter trays.
Includes a vertical section with five two-inch compartments for files and paperwork.
Overall dimensions: 13.25"L x 13"W x 9"H.
Runner-up: 3261BL Onyx Mesh Desk Organizer
Features a design that can be used in two ways to organize small items along with files and books.
Can be positioned either vertically or horizontally:
Vertically: can be placed in a 90-degree corner and features four shelves with a vertical file section on either side.
Horizontally: features one letter size file section in the back, one letter size file section on the bottom, and four small vertical file sections.
Features a steel mesh construction with a durable powder coat finish.
Overall dimensions are 15"W x 11"D x 13"H.
Best Affordable Option: DecoBros Desk Organizer
Features five separate mesh compartments for tall items such as pens and pencils.
Equipped with two shallow compartments for small items such as paper clips.
Includes a notched supply drawer for storing small 2.5" x 3" note pads.
Features a black finish.
Best Vertical Storage: Safeco 5 Vertical and 3 Horizontal Desk Organizer
Equipped with three additional horizontal file sorter trays beneath the vertical sections to keep any file within easy reach.
Includes five vertical sections for binders and folders.
Offers the ability to easily store files or folders to stay organized.
Features a steel mesh construction with durable powder coat finish.
Best Industrial Design: Rolodex Punched Metal and Wood Desk Organizer
Features a punch metal compact design with a durable solid wood base.
Equipped with two sorting vanes to hold envelopes and/or paperwork.
Features an angled shelf that is designed to hold 3” x 3”-inch note pads.
Includes an area below the angle for storing an additional pad.
Features a pencil cup for storing pens, brushes, and markers.
Includes nonskid feet to protect the desk surface from scratches.
Best for a Unique Look: Safeco 3 Vertical / 3 Horizontal Desk Organizer
Includes three two-inch wide vertical sections on the left for files or folder.
Equipped with three trays for letter-size documents.
Offers a simple design that works in most office environments.
Features steel mesh construction with a durable powder coat finish.
Best for Durability: Safeco Steel Combination Desk Organizer
Features steel construction with durable powder coat finish.
Equipped with three horizontal and three vertical sections for items such as files, books, and paperwork.
Includes rubber feet to protect the desktop surface from scratches.
Equipped with an attractive fingerprint-resistant finish.
Best Low-Profile Design: B3262BL Onyx Mesh Desk Organizer
Offers an easy way to organize pens, pencils, rulers, and other desk essentials.
Provides a low-profile design that can be used on a desktop or in a drawer (be sure to check your drawer dimensions to confirm it will fit).
Features a steel mesh construction with a durable powder coat finish.
Best Compact Design: Rolodex Mesh Collection Desk Organizer
Features a mesh construction and a compact design to reduce the space it takes up on the desktop.
Equipped with two small vertical storage compartments.
Features two pen and pencil compartments.
Includes space for a 3” x 3” note pad.
Best for Drawers: Rubbermaid Desk Organizer
Offers a range of compartment sizes to provide flexibility when placing random items.
Features shallow front sections to hold tiny items.
Equipped with a large back section for storing oversized items.
Provides an efficient drawer storage solution and is an excellent value.
I hope this list of the best desk organizers was helpful.
If you think I left out one that is important or have a suggestion for a future article, let me know in the comments below.
Brandon Hubbard, AIA, NCARB, LEED AP BD+C
