Best pan organizer

While pans are everyday kitchen essentials, their bulky and unstackable nature makes organization such an uphill task. As such, you need a good pan organizer to help keep your kitchen and cookware in perfect order. Whether they're mounted on a wall, installed in a cabinet, or free-standing on a countertop, pan organizers are both a space-saving hack and an aesthetic upgrade. The market is awash with different pan organizers offering a range of storage solutions; here are our all-time favorite pieces.

Measuring about 12-inches high, the SimpleHouseware kitchen pan and lid organizer comes with five storage compartments but four of those measure 2.5 to 3 inches. You can orient it vertically or horizontally either on your kitchen countertop or in the cabinet. Alternatively, drive a screw through the bottom screw hole to secure it in a fixed position.

This heavy-duty Cuisinel pan organizer is the most efficient way of organizing all your pans, including cast iron skillets, in one neat and easy-to-find place. You can position or mount it horizontally or vertically, depending on the space you have and the pans you intend to organize. Standing tall at 12.2 inches, the organizer has three 2.5-inch slots for shallow pans and one 3.5-inch slot for larger ones. You also get to choose from a range of color finishes to match your kitchen décor or pan collection.

The YouCopia rack has a clean white finish which is the perfect addition to an already pristine kitchen. The rack comes with ten adjustable metal dividers to help you keep your everyday pans, lids, or chopping board well organized. While the dividers are removable, they don't just pop out unnecessarily, and this ensures every utensil stays in place. The bottom of the organizer is fitted with soft, non-slip feet to prevent it from sliding. 

Declutter your kitchen by keeping all your pans, lids, chopping boards, or cookie sheets organized using the AHNR pot and pan rack. The organizer's length is easily expandable in 0.6-inch increments, from 12 to 23 inches, to fit various pans and spaces around the kitchen. The rack comes with ten adjustable dividers that are meant to accommodate pots and pans of different sizes. Even better, the organizer can be split into two separate units for greater versatility, making it ideal for kitchens where extra space is a luxury.

This wall-mounted rack will come in handy if you have limited kitchen space. You get two tiered crossbars with S-hooks, perfect for keeping your pans well organized in plain sight. The hooks are movable, so you can add extra hooks for additional hanging capacity. The rack is hand-welded with solid iron that can handle up to 100 pounds and finished with a powder coat for durability and rust resistance. Also, you can use the top shelf for organizing larger pots and pans.

Most kitchens have a wooden finish, and it is a good idea to have a wooden pan and pot rack to complete the look. This rack is made of natural wood that comes in its natural brown color. It is put together using solid cast aluminum hooks and brackets to match most fixtures and cookware around the kitchen. You can store bigger pots on the top shelf and hang pans on the hooks that provide extra hanging spaces for pans and other utensils.

Pan organization made simple

A kitchen without a good pan organizer will have you rummaging through all your cabinets in search of that one pot or pan. You'll need a dependable organizer to help keep your kitchen neat and all pans accessible. 

The SimpleHouseware kitchen pan and lid organizer is our go-to pan rack for everyday use. You can orient it in a vertical or horizontal position on the kitchen counter or inside a cabinet, depending on your preference.

If you are looking for a hanging organizer, the OROPY wall-mounted pot rack is an excellent pick with a provision to add extra hooks. For your heavy pans and iron skillets, look no further than the Cuisinel pan organizer for cast iron skillets.