Easy Pantry Makeover Finds Under $20 on Amazon

The heart of a happy home is a well-organized kitchen where all the lids match their containers, baking sheets align by height, and your favorite herbed seasoning is just a glance away. But the reality is that my melon baller can be hard to find, and it’s usually tangled up in the butcher’s twine along with the absinthe spoon that never gets used. 

Fortunately, I’ve found some affordable ways to organize the kitchen pantry and keep things sorted, and at under $20, they won’t cost you a lot to get started. Looking around my kitchen, I see that I own most of these solutions and am amazed at what a difference they make. I’ve discovered that incremental changes are more sustainable when organizing, but I warn you that once you start, you’ll yearn for a place for everything. 

Clever Pantry Organizers at Amazon

• YouCopia Adjustable Bakeware Rack, $20
• Copco 3-Tier Spice Rack Organizer, $6
• Lamu Lazy Susan Turntable Organizer, 3-Pack, $20, originally $26
• HuggieGems Magnetic Spice Storage Rack Organizer, $20
• Spospo Stacking Water Bottle Organizer, $14, originally $17
• Togetrue Hanging Plastic Bag Holder, $6
• Simple Houseware Under-Shelf Organizer, 2-Pack, $20
• YouCopia Adjustable Food Container Lid Organizer, $20
• Simple Houseware Assorted Size Clear Drawer Organizers, 6-Pack, $14
• mDesign Bamboo Tea & Food Storage Organizer Box, $20
• Ukeetap Expandable Silverware Organizer, $6, originally $13
• Rubbermaid Airtight Food Storage Container, $9, originally $10

YouCopia Adjustable Bakeware Rack

One of the most affordable kitchen organizers is also one of the most versatile. This rack fits in most cabinets and keeps cookware out of sight when not in use. Seven adjustable dividers let you store cutting boards, baking sheets, and serving trays without them turning into a messy stack. 

Copco 3-Tier Spice Rack Organizer

In my spice cabinet, if I can’t see it, I don’t own it, so when I got this 3-tier spice rack organizer, I said goodbye to duplicates of dill and cream of tartar and started finding the spices I was looking for. Installing in seconds, it sits on your existing shelf. Herbs and spices sit at three levels, so they are easy to find, and you won’t have to empty half the cabinet to find your lemon pepper.

Lamu Lazy Susan Turntable Organizer, 3-Pack

I keep this lazy Susan in my refrigerator so I can quickly find lesser-used jarred items like pickled ginger, green olives, and capers. But there’s no reason it wouldn’t work well in your pantry. For such a small footprint, it’s perfectly sized and holds a large number of items. The turntable moves smoothly and would be ideal for a tableside buffet of banchan or condiments.

HuggieGems Magnetic Spice Storage Rack Organizer

This customizable 4-pack of magnetic shelves are perfect for adding storage to most metal surfaces. Holding up to 8 pounds, the strong magnets adhere to refrigerators, stoves, and metal cabinets without any drilling or special tools. It is easy to adjust the spacing in seconds, so taller items like olive oil and vinegar look just as organized as smaller spice jars.

Spospo Stacking Water Bottle Organizer

Without this water bottle organizer, my cabinets felt like they were full of bowling pins that would topple over every time I reached for a tumbler. But this stackable organizer keeps all of my water bottles and oversized tumblers neatly stacked and easy to grab when it’s time to go. Don’t sleep on using this rack in the refrigerator for keeping white wine and sports drinks organized and easily accessible.

Togetrue Hanging Plastic Bag Holder

Customers love the vibrant colors and high-quality material this bag holder is made from, but you’ll appreciate having plastic bags organized and available whenever you need them. With 16 patterns to choose from, each features a built-in hanging loop, ideal for hanging in a pantry, on a doorknob, or anywhere you have a hook. 

Simple Houseware Under-Shelf Organizer

Chances are, you have some unused space in your kitchen shelving that you may not have been aware of. Slide these clever organizers into open shelf space, and you have additional storage for lighter items like kitchen towels, plastic wrap, or small containers. These baskets are an instant solution for storing and organizing common kitchen and household goods. 

YouCopia Adjustable Food Container Lid Organizer

Messy stacks of storage lids become a thing of the past with this adjustable storage system. Designed to fit standard cabinets and deeper drawers, five dividers can be configured to store and organize lids from various-sized containers. The custom configurations also allow them to work well for storing picnic items like paper plates, napkins, and disposable cups.

Simple Houseware Assorted-Size Clear Drawer Organizers, 6-Pack

There’s something satisfying about an organized drawer. This 6-pack of clear storage containers prevents random drawer items from becoming cluttered. Non-slip feet mean they won’t wiggle around inside of drawers that get a lot of use. Perfect for combining a utility drawer with lesser-used kitchen items.

mDesign Bamboo Tea & Food Storage Organizer Box

In your pantry, on your countertop, or at the coffee bar, this bamboo storage box is the perfect combination of beauty and function. Although it will fit nicely in smaller drawers, the bamboo material complements any decor and looks great on a countertop. Ideal for creating a spa-like beverage station with tea bags and K-cups, it would also work well for organizing office or arts-and-crafts supplies. 

Ukeetap Expandable Silverware Organizer

Chances are you already have an organizer in the silverware drawer. But if it’s like mine, there is a lot of wasted space on the sides where the clutter of utensils can get overwhelming. With expandable sides, this organizer is different. It allows you to expand to fit drawers up to 21 inches wide. Available in five different colors, it’s sure to match any kitchen’s decor. 

Rubbermaid Airtight Food Storage Container

These food storage containers are a more premium solution for keeping food fresh than reusing disposable take-out containers. The BPA-free plastic is stain- and odor-resistant, freezer-safe, and dishwasher-friendly. Stackable, their modular design saves space in your refrigerator or pantry, and securely closing latches make them virtually leak-proof.