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- 1/21
Clear the Chaos With These Ingenious Toy Organizers and Storage Systems
Your kid's toy collection is like Greek mythology's Hydra — you throw one stuffed animal away, and two more appear in its place. Before you totally lose it, do yourself and your home a favor and grab a toy organizer.
The Best Toy Organizers and Storage Systems
We get how impossible the task of keeping your kids' toys organized feels. Organization at this point is almost a lifestyle with television shows and droves of TikTok videos showing everything in its rightful place. It's a lot to keep up with. But, with a few good toy organizers and storage solutions, you can tackle the chaos and get it all under control. The trick is to take it all in small bites and have separate spaces for different categories that need organization, as you can do with the Tot Tutor. If you break each space into these zones and get a product that fits that category and zone, you'll be in a much better space (literally).
No matter if you are trying to find a place to store your kid's personal library of picture books or the hundreds of tiny Lego pieces that seem to always be in the middle of the floor, we've sourced the best toy organizers for you — all you have to do is add to cart!
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1) Supersized Wood Toy Storage Organizer
Tot Tutors
amazon.com
$54.64
Open storage that allows children to see where their stuff is actually helps children access and put away their toys more efficiently. Each bin has a purpose, and after some prompting, kids really do start to put things away in an orderly manner. (Mostly. They are kids, after all.)
We like this toy organizer because it's huge and affordable while still maintaining good durability. And, with 16 bins to store all of your little one's precious toys, there is a place for multiple types of toys. Cleanup will be a lot less stressful!
It's also narrow and short enough to fit in the back of a closet below hanging clothing, adding extra space for things like socks, athletic clothing, and seasonal items like hats and mittens.
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2) Cubeicals Organizer
ClosetMaid
amazon.com
$113.99
When you’re tight on space and the kids’ toys have to share a common area, this ClosetMaid Cubeicals Organizer is essential. With 12 cube spaces, you can conceal your tot’s toys to maintain a clean living room.
You can use these on their own or with some great boxes or baskets to hold things with a bit more structure.
Possibly the best part about this organizer is that it can grow with your kids’ needs. For now, it’ll be stuffed with toys — but as they grow up, the bins can serve a new purpose, like storing electronics, clothes, or random knickknacks.
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3) Toy Storage Organizer Bins on Wheels
MAGDESIGNER
amazon.com
$59.90
Each basket in this toy organizer stacks on top of the next for a sturdy fit that won’t topple over as your little one wheels it back and forth. Plus, it’s an easy-reach-in design that kids tend to love, even as toddlers.
This is a great station-style organization. You could use it for art and have paints and brushes in one, paint shirts in another, paper in one, and other accessories on top, like scissors, glue, and pipe cleaners.
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4) Cotton Rope Basket
INDRESSME
amazon.com
$24.47
This is a handsome storage solution for pretty much any space. It will look just as nice in a living room as it would in a playroom. This is best for kids who have a ton of bigger toys that need space. Tonka Trucks and Our Generation dolls will find a home alongside plushes and blankets in this basket.
Once your kids transition away from toys, this is still great for blankets, pillows, dog toys, or even firewood. A version of this bin lives in my living room, and it holds cat and dog toys, as well as kitty treats.
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5) Stackable Storage Container
HOME4
amazon.com
$39.99
If your kiddo is obsessed with the surprise-toy egg trend, we can bet that you're dreading all of the small toys that come inside each of them. Give those little dolls, small Hot Wheels, and mini action figures a permanent home (that's not the trash bin) with this stackable toy organizer by Home4.
Inside, you will find 60 adjustable compartments that can be as wide or narrow as you need. The six-tiered system will keep all of your kid's pieces organized.
On a side note, this is also wonderful for bead storage, diamond art supply storage, and many other art styles. And if your child starts getting more interested in makeup and skincare, this box is a natural fit for small items like lip balm and sponges.
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6) Quinn Stackable Bins (Set of 2)
Pottery Barn Kids
potterybarnkids.com
$169.00
Yes, this is a bit on the bougie side, but every person I spoke with that has these bins absolutely adores them. They're really attractive and easy to clean — and our testers said that because they're deeper than the average bin, you can really get a lot stuffed into them. However, that does lead to more sippy cups in weird places, but oh well.
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7) Nathan Kids Large Toy Storage Bookcase
Ameriwood Home
lowes.com
$129.00
Mixed shape and size shelves and storage types make this bookcase and toy organizer super useful. In the center, you have toy storage that resembles any type of bin storage, and on the sides, you have different-height bookshelves. On the top is a flat, penned-off area that can be used for any number of things.
The blonde wood is really fetching as well. Having put together and used this very model, I can tell you that even though it is a flat pack storage, it's not hard to assemble.
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8) Rivera Solid Wood Cubby Storage Bench
Latitude Run
wayfair.com
$293.99
This toy organizer solves two different issues: toy storage and seating. It's a big, three-bin storage organizer with a fluffy pillow on top that makes the whole thing a comfy bench. It's great to keep by the door to hold toys and sit down to remove your shoes. Or, you can use it as a seat at a table, with the bins facing out, for even more utility.
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9) Large Toy Box Chest Storage with Flip-Top Lid
popoly
amazon.com
$23.99
Great toy storage doesn't have to cost hundreds of dollars. This stackable canvas, two-bin organizer with flap and Velcro closure is truly wonderful. Not only is it completely closed storage, hiding toys from view, but it's also light enough that you can move it around your room or home without breaking your back.
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10) Sweedi Bookcase with Storage Bin
South Shore
amazon.com
$180.48
Why aren’t there more toy bins with rollers on the bottom? While it’s a parenting conundrum we can’t quite figure out, this toy organizer’s caster wheels make it stand out from the rest. The wheels allow it to positively glide across the floor, even if it’s filled to the brim with heavy toys.
The adorable house-shaped top is heavy-duty open storage but large enough that baskets could easily slide in for a more covered look. I see this as the perfect place for Lego design builds and Legos because of its stability.
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11) Book Rack Storage Bookshelf
Tot Tutors
amazon.com
$30.09
If your home is starting to resemble a library after a class of kindergartners has raided the picture book section, this Tot Tutors Kids Book Rack is absolutely necessary.
The five deep pockets can hold all of your kid's favorite books, and, most importantly, the rack makes it super easy for your little reader to put their books back once they are done.
This type of shelving is also wonderful for school folders, stationery, and family binders. It's a dynamic and visual way to organize paperwork and books that children love.
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12) Book Caddy With Shelf
UTEX
amazon.com
$62.95
If your toy organization is pretty much unofficially Marie Kondo-approved and you really just need a sprinkle of extra storage, this UTEX Kids' Book Caddy and Shelf combo is it! The top portion can be used for books, dolls, or even oversized trucks, while the bottom is perfect for stacking tinier toys.
Because it’s so durable, it’s also a great place to shove shoes, hold backpacks, and have a “go spot” ready for school days. We especially love this one because the wood is so durable and easy to clean.
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13) Collapsible Storage Bins (6-Pack)
Criusia
amazon.com
$29.98
These cubby boxes fit right in the cubical storage and keeps everything exactly where it should be. You can easily label the outside or inside of the boxes with a fabric marker or clip a picture onto the outside showing your kids what belongs inside.
They're made of a strong canvas over cardboard, which is surprisingly sturdy but still easy to collapse if you want to shift things around and need to store the bins elsewhere. They can easily be personalized with fabric paint or iron-on decals.
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14) Bath Toy Storage
Skip Hop
amazon.com
$14.99
This little whale sticks to the corner of your tub, holding all your little one’s little bath toys. It drains quickly, thanks to its mesh bottom. Plus, it’s easy to wash and dry if it starts to get musty. Though, according to our testers, it takes a long time for it to really start seeing any sort of grossness.
Kids love the way it looks, and as a parent, you’ll love that your kid is occupied while you try to get spaghetti sauce out of their ear.
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15) 3-Tier Rolling Utility Cart
alvorog
amazon.com
$37.99
Versions of this rolling storage cart are ubiquitous for a reason. They are extremely durable and versatile, working for absolutely every age.
What we like about this model is that the top is sectioned off into nine parts, with three additional cups affixed to the side. When your child is a baby, it's great to have it beside the changing area. When they're toddlers, it's great for teethers and snacks.
As your kids get older, it's great for things like school books, phones, and charging stations. It's never an immature look. Heck, get one for yourself for the kitchen!amazon.com - 17/21
16) Toy Storage Organizer with Bookcase
Aheaplus
amazon.com
$89.99
When your children are small, this is a great organizer for toys and board books. As they get older, the bin and shelving combination is the perfect place to store a backpack and ball glove, along with their phone, their school work, and whatever novel they happen to be reading at the time.
The side folders are just the right size for pens, crayons, or even an iPad. It's just so versatile. If your kids age out of this, it's great to have in the entryway for boots, mittens, and gloves.
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17) Kids' Toddler Room Organizer
WEDANTA
amazon.com
$199.00
Proving storage systems don't have to be boring and purely utilitarian, this bin truck holds a ton of toys and also your child's interest.
Obviously, this feels like a good place to store toy cars, railroad ties, and all things vehicular, but hear me out — what about filling it with all of your child’s pretend to play food and other grocery items? Instant Fresh Direct truck.
If you're not all about the beige, our testers spray-painted theirs, and it looks amazing. It's a full ice cream truck of goodies now.
amazon.com - 19/21
18) Toys Hammock Boho Hanging Stuff Animals Storage
Mkono
amazon.com
$22.99
Despite the advancements in the technology of toys for children, stuffed animals still manage to hold a special place in their hearts. Keep their herd of plush pals organized with these toy storage hammocks. Each hammock can hold 30 or more stuffed animals and attach right to the wall with the included assembly pieces.
It's a great toy organizer for kids who don't play with their stuffed animals as much, but they're not quite ready to let them go. Plus, the design is such that it looks as much like it should be a part of the decor as it is a storage piece.
My daughter has these filled to bursting with the Squishmallows that she refuses to part with. I anticipate we'll be buying more soon.
amazon.com - 20/21
19) Gorilla Grip — Breathable Mesh Large 24-Pocket Shoe Organizer
Gorilla Grip
amazon.com
$12.99
Yes, this is a basic shoe organizer, and it does that really well — but a best-kept parenting secret is that these organizers double as toy organizers. Personally, I use these to organize markers and paint brushes, and I've even used them to hold other things like charging cords, socks, shin guards, and baseballs.
It's an out-of-the-box way of thinking about a somewhat ubiquitous product hidden right on your door.
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20) SlideAway Toy Storage Organizer & Play Mat for Kids
Creative QT
amazon.com
$49.99
You've stepped on enough Legos and blocks to know that you and your feet need a new solution, pronto!
A two-step quick cleanup system, this toy storage basket doubles as a play mat that is perfect for tiny Lego pieces.
When it's time to clean up, simply pull the drawstring and stuff it inside of the bin — it's so easy that your kids can do it on their own.
While this is pictured with traditional Legos, we feel like this is actually a better solution for Mega Bloks or Duplo Legos, as kids who are playing with those tend to be less concerned about shape and size, instead being more focused on simply building.
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