How to choose drawer organizers for mixed-size items
A drawer organizer works best when its compartments match the items you actually store. Before buying, measure the drawer’s interior length, width, and usable height, then compare those measurements with the tray sizes rather than relying on the product title alone.
This SMARTAKE set includes 13 clear trays in five listed sizes, including larger compartments for makeup or toiletries and smaller ones for jewelry, office supplies, or kitchen utensils. The individual trays can be arranged in different combinations, which may be useful for drawers with awkward dimensions or changing storage needs.
- Check the fit: The listed tray height is about 1.9 inches, so confirm that the drawer closes comfortably with your items inside.
- Plan the layout: Sketch or measure the drawer base before arranging the two 8.9 x 5.9-inch, three 8.9 x 3-inch, one 5.9 x 5.9-inch, four 5.9 x 3-inch, and three 3 x 3-inch trays.
- Consider movement: Silicone pads are included on the bottoms to help limit sliding, although the result can still depend on the drawer surface and how heavily each tray is loaded.
Clear plastic makes contents easier to see, but these are open trays rather than covered containers. They are therefore better suited to sorting frequently used items than to protecting contents from dust or spills.