14 Easy-To-Install Drawers That Make The Most Of Lower Kitchen Cabinet Space

Grabbing items from the back of bottom cupboards is a hassle, and that's why some households are replacing their lower kitchen cabinets with drawers. But, it's not always possible to renovate your kitchen. If you can't replace your existing setup, work with what you have. We've rounded up some drawer-like products you can mount right into your current cabinets. 

There are a few reasons why you might want to add drawers to your base cabinets. The pull-out design makes it possible to reach items stored in the back without a struggle. It also makes the area easier to organize and allows you to take full advantage of the storage space. Sure, you can build DIY drawers for cabinets. But, there are also plenty of pre-made options you can buy if you're not too handy. We chose some of the most popular and highest-rated products on the market. They have a minimum of 4.5 stars across hundreds, or even thousands, of reviews — and are ultra-easy to install. 

The Lynk Professional Select Pull-Out Cabinet Organizer is a stellar pick for those who need a sturdy and simple all-purpose drawer. This single-tier option comes in four sizes, all 21 inches deep and ranging from 11 to 20 inches wide to fit common base cabinet sizes. It has a laminate front panel, which provides the look of a wood drawer, but metal sides and cross bars for extra sturdiness. The side rails keep items contained and can make the drawer a bit easier to clean too. Crumbs don't get trapped in corners since it isn't sealed on all sides. 

This system features the brand's ProGlide system for smooth opening and closing. It's easy to mount and comes with an alignment guide so it's possible to install without a measuring tape. While Lynk doesn't share a maximum weight capacity, the brand does back up its product with a limited lifetime warranty. 

This product is popular, with an overall rating of 4.7 stars out of about 1,000 reviews. Reviewers note that the drawer is well-made and very easy to install. Some reviewers do say that the sliding mechanism is rather tall for what it is, so expect to lose about 1.5 inches of cabinet space height-wise.

If you want a perfect fit, the Slide-A-Shelf Made-To-Fit Slide-Out Shelf is ideal for customization. The brand has a useful guide to walk you through the important first step of measuring your cabinets. Then, you'll select the width and depth you need on the online measurement form so they can build it exactly to your specifications. With size options ranging from 6 to 36 inches wide and 16.5 to 23.5 inches deep, this product is especially useful if you have irregularly sized cabinets. You can also choose from oak, poplar, maple, and birch for your wood front. Birch is already finished to match the sides and back of the organizer, and the others come ready to finish.

The drawer arrives fully assembled, so all you have to do is install it with a screwdriver or drill. A soft-close mechanism is a nice touch that prevents it from slamming shut. And with a weight limit of 100 pounds, you can stack a lot of items on one of these pull-outs. Another highly-rated pick, this product has 4.8 stars out of over 1,000 reviews. Reviewers appreciate the custom size options and ease of installation. As expected from a product you can personalize though, this drawer is a bit pricier. There are more affordable options if your cabinets are a common size.

The Holdn' Storage Pull-Out Cabinet Organizer is a heavy-duty solution, ideal for shoppers looking for an all-metal option that's suitable for storing cookware and other weighty items. It's made of steel with a shiny chrome finish — no rustic wood panels here. The sturdy shelf has a 50-pound capacity and it comes in several size options, ranging from 8 to 26 inches wide. They're all 21 inches deep, so they will fit into standard-size base cabinets.

Installation takes less than 30 minutes (mounting hardware is included) and you'll be rewarded with a smooth-rolling storage drawer. This product is very highly rated, with an overall of 4.8 stars out of nearly 8,000 reviews. Happy reviewers like the heavy-duty all-metal build. However, some reviews note that this drawer isn't ideal for areas prone to spills as stuff can drip easily through the open surface.

Looking for more surface area? The Rev-A-Shelf 2-Tier Kitchen Cabinet Drawer offers double the space of its single-tiered counterparts. It supports up to 100 pounds total, matching the weight capacity of some of the best heavy-duty picks on the market, but with an extra layer of storage space. This product doesn't skimp on sizing options either, with layouts ranging from 9 to 24 inches wide and 18 to 22 inches deep.

This cabinet drawer is made entirely out of metal and has a fully-extending, ball-bearing pull-out system that's smooth and durable, and made to support several pots and pans even when it's fully pulled out. With 4.8 stars out of 6,500 reviews, it's a well-rated product. Positive reviews note the impressive amount this drawer can store and that the surface area is particularly useful for base cabinets that don't have a middle shelf. This product had some mixed reviews regarding ease of installation, with some finding it difficult. However, most agreed that the process was worth the extra storage space.

With a tray made entirely of wood, the SlidingSusan Pull-Out Drawer Organizer is ideal for those who prefer the look or don't want to deal with rungs. This system has various sizes to fit common cabinets, ranging from 12 to 20 inches wide and 21 or 28 inches deep. You can also choose from a handful of wood types, including solid birch and maple. Secure dovetail joints ensure these wood drawers are extra sturdy.

This is another bottom-mounted system that's straightforward to install. Once in place, it extends out fully and has a soft-close system to slide back in gently. Don't be afraid to load up the drawer either. It has a weight capacity of 100 pounds to handle heavy cookware. The product has a 4.8-star average rating out of over 550 reviews. Positive reviews mention the attractive wood look and that the metal hardware is pretty well-concealed. You can add even more personalized organization to this type of product with DIY drawer dividers that you can adjust to your needs. 

It can be tough to organize cookware in your kitchen cabinets. While regular slide-out drawers can help with this, the Rev-A-Shelf 2-Tier Cookware Pullout takes things to the next level. This product is specifically designed for pots and pans. It has two tiers: The bottom section is for heavy cookware, and the top is for organizing lids. It's possible to move each layer individually, so the top rack won't get in the way when you're loading the lower level. The bottom drawer holds pots and pans on their side, so you no longer have to stack them and risk damage to non-stick cooking surfaces. It also means no more rummaging through a heavy stack of cookware.

To suit common pan sizes, this system is height-adjustable between 16.75 to 19 inches tall. Shoppers can choose from a 12 or 21-inch width and the 22-inch depth fits standard cabinets. This unit is metal and has a 100-pound capacity, so you can even use it to hold heavy cast iron pans. The ball-bearing slides extend fully for easier access to the back row too. This product has 4.6 stars out of over 2,500 reviews, with many praising its function and stability, even under heavy loads. The cookware-tailored design truly makes it easier to grab your favorite pots, though reviewers note it's not big enough to store extra-large pans like woks.

The Simple Houseware Pull-Out Cabinet Sliding Basket is ideal for lighter-duty jobs and smaller items. This pull-out drawer is basket style, with high sides to keep smaller items contained. It perfectly suits cans, cereal boxes, and other packaged foods — ideal if you're trying to get your pantry in order (or organize foodstuffs in your kitchen if you don't have a pantry). The wire basket includes a useful, removable divider and has a plastic sheet for the bottom that prevents small items from falling through. It's available in black, white, or chrome to suit your style, but only comes in one size, measuring 9.7 inches wide by 17.2 inches deep.

Its lighter-duty build also comes with a smaller price tag. If you don't need a high-capacity drawer that can hold 100 pounds (like some of the previous options), this is a more affordable product to consider. It only holds up to 15 pounds, so it's definitely intended for lighter storage. This slide-out bin has 4.4 stars out of over 2,300 reviews, with many noting it's a useful cabinet addition. However, reviewers also say its build quality reflects its lower price point, and when pulled out, it tends to sag down a bit. However, at a fraction of the cost of some other options, that's a worthwhile trade-off for some.

The Rolling Shelves Do-It-Yourself Pull-Out Shelf is another excellent pick for irregularly-sized cabinets. If you would like a hand in the customization step and want it done exactly to your measurements, this is a good product to consider. It's intended to be cut to size by the user, so you don't need to round to the nearest measurement set by the brand. The drawer includes a bottom panel that measures 22 inches deep by 30 inches wide. You can cut down the panel and included sides to your perfect depth and width before assembling the whole thing and mounting it in your cabinets.

The bottom panel is made of melamine and the sides of birch plywood, so they're relatively easy to cut. The finished drawer has a generous weight limit of 100 pounds. This product has high ratings with 4.4 stars out of 1,500 reviews at The Home Depot, though it's out of stock at the moment, so we've linked an alternative retailer. Reviewers like the ability to customize the drawers to fit their space, however, cutting it to size is an extra and rather tedious step that you'll probably want to skip if you have standard-sized cabinets.

The Lynk Professional Pull-Out Cabinet Organizer is a product to consider for shallow cabinets. It comes in a smaller 18-inch and more standard 21-inch depth. The 18-inch option might just work if you have shallower cabinets. In terms of width, this product is pretty standard, with 11-, 14-, 17-, or 20-inch wide options. Like other Lynk Professional products, this one also has the brand's ProGlide system, which uses commercial glides for a satisfyingly smooth opening and closing experience. It's also very easy to install, with an alignment guide so you can install it sans measuring tools.

One of the most highly rated options on our list, this product has an overall 4.8-star rating out of over 9,000 reviews. Happy buyers note its sturdiness (it has a fully metal construction) and smooth pull-out mechanism. However, there are rather large gaps between the metal slats, so it's not ideal for storing small items.

If you're the baker or the hang-out host of your friend group, you probably have an excess of baking sheets, cupcake trays, serving trays, and cutting boards. The Holdn' Storage Pull-Out Organizer for Sheets and Trays is the cabinet drawer accessory to keep them all neatly stowed. It's made entirely of metal and has dividers to hold items vertically, so you can store these items without creating a haphazard stack.

The dividers are adjustable too, so you can personalize them to your bakeware. The organizer is available in two sizes: 8.5 inches wide and 12.5 inches wide, both 21 inches deep. It's mounted on a smooth-sliding mechanism that extends completely. Another easy-to-install option, this organizer has 4.8 stars from over 2,300 buyers. Positive reviewers appreciate the useful design and the high-quality feel. It only comes in two sizes though, so it might not work for some cabinets.

If you don't want to deal with screws and a drill, an adhesive-mounted product is easier to install. The Kitstorack Expandable Pull-Out Cabinet Organizer uses nanofilm adhesive strips instead of screws to mount into a cabinet and takes only minutes to set up. Understandably, it's a lighter-duty option that won't hold up to very heavy weight. This drawer is also made of plastic rather than wood or metal, so you don't want to overload it. However, it's expandable so you can adjust it to your liking. This product measures 21 inches deep and can expand from 11.7 inches to 19.7 inches wide.

This option has 4.4 stars out of over 1,100 reviews. Reviewers particularly like how simple it is to install and adjust to their space. Some reviewers did struggle with the adhesion though, and experiences probably depend on how heavy the stored items are. Also, the brand doesn't promise that there won't be damage left behind. Although nanofilm is meant to be removable, the adhesive action has to be pretty strong for use in the kitchen, so this product might not work well for renters.

If you want a full metal construction, but without the big gaps that come with the usual wire organizers, the simplehuman Pull-Out Cabinet Organizer is a product to consider. It's made entirely of metal, including the insert tray. The tray is removable for easy cleaning and has no gaps, so it doesn't allow small bits and pieces to slip through. Measuring 19.8 inches deep and with options 20, 14, and 9 inches wide, it's a useful drawer. The 9- and 14-inch sizes also come with dividers, perfect for if you're organizing small items.

This drawer does have a weight limit of 20 pounds, so it's not ideal for holding very heavy items. It's user-friendly though, with smooth commercial-grade ball-bearing tracks, a steel handle, and the tray that doubles as a drip guard for crumbs and liquids. This product is well-rated, with a 4.7-star rating and over 2,400 reviews. Buyers note that the removable tray is very useful for cleaning, and the product looks nice overall when installed. It would be better if it could hold more weight though, as its capacity is rather low for a metal cabinet drawer.

Chock-full of must-have kitchen cleaning items and other knick-knacks, the cabinet under the sink is often lacking in organization. The G-Ting Pull-Out Cabinet Organizer is a good choice for this awkward space. It has two tiers, but the top one is very slim to make space for the plumbing. Load up the bottom with cleaning bottles and the top with lighter supplies, like dishwashing sponges.

This cabinet drawer only comes in one size, measuring 16.5 inches deep by 12.6 inches wide by 12.99 inches tall. So it might not take up the entire space in standard cabinets (which are usually 24 inches deep), but it can make your most-used items easier to reach. It's made of metal and can be installed left- or right-facing, so you can add two in a kitchen cabinet. With 4.7 stars out of over 2,300 reviews, this is a well-rated product, with many mentioning its good value for its cost. It is very budget-friendly, but the downside is that it's not the sturdiest according to some users. 

If you're renting, you don't want to put any holes into the kitchen cabinets. This rules out most cabinet drawers which need to be screwed in. There's still an option though: the Simple Houseware Sliding Basket Organizer Drawer. This standalone organizer drawer isn't designed specifically for kitchen cabinets but can be placed anywhere, without risking damage. It's available in 1-, 2-, and 3-tier versions measuring 16.75 inches deep by 11 inches wide. The top also has a surface you can use as an extra shelf. Made of metal, this product comes in black, white, or chrome.

Assembling this basket organizer is easy and doesn't require any drilling or sticky strips. However, since it's not attached to the cabinet shelf, it's also not great for heavier items. This type of product is best for storing pantry staples, cleaning supplies, and other lightweight objects (as opposed to heavy cookware). It's very well-rated, with 4.6 stars out of over 16,000 reviews. Happy reviewers like the quality, convenience, and flexibility. Some say the sliding mechanism isn't the smoothest though.

We researched some of the most popular products on the market to create our list, narrowing down these top picks based on a few criteria. We chose the highest-rated options: The picks on this list have a minimum of 4.5 stars, often across thousands of reviews, though our minimum threshold was 500 reviews. Beyond good performance, variety was also important, since every kitchen has different needs. From large to small, we chose varied pull-outs to suit a range of uses and cabinet sizes.