14 IKEA Home Essentials Under $10 That Are Always Worth Buying, According To Shoppers

IKEA is well-known for its budget-friendly prices on everything from cutlery to dining sets. The retailer sells plenty of home essentials for under $10, including the usual fare like mugs and towels, but also some more surprising finds, like shoe racks and even a side table. Whether you're organizing a cluttered kitchen, sprucing up a bathroom, or decorating on a budget, IKEA is one of the first places to shop for wallet-friendly items. But with so many options online and in-store, it can be hard to figure out what products are truly worth it. We've rounded up some of IKEA's best affordable products, all under $10, recommended by thousands of shoppers.

The products ahead have earned high praise for their functionality and design. All of the products we chose are very well-reviewed, and include some of IKEA's most popular items. On this list, we didn't include the usual cheap bits and pieces like mugs, glasses, plates, cutlery, and towels. While IKEA has an excellent selection of these products, we focused on less obvious finds that stand out for their competitive pricing, excellent design, or versatility (including products that are great for IKEA hacks). Keep reading for some of the best IKEA essentials under $10 that are worth adding to your cart during your next trip.

At $4.99 per pack, IKEA's HEAT Trivet is very affordable and versatile. IKEA sells this three-pack for cheaper than well-known budget retailers like Amazon, and they don't skimp on quality either. This product has over 3,000 positive reviews with a 4.7 star rating overall. Reviewers mentioned that they hold up nicely, even with hand washing. One happy reviewer writes, "These were one of the first things I bought when IKEA came to town. I don't know how many years it has been but these trivets are still in great shape. They wash up well, they have not cracked or shed any cork bits." Helpful, cheap, and easy to grab, these trivets are an item useful in any household.

The trivet is intended to protect tables, countertops, and tablecloths from heat stains as a result of hot pots or dishes. However, you can really use them for any type of tabletop protection. Coasters are another popular use, as well as under small plant pots to prevent moisture from damaging surfaces. These are also excellent as a cork round for DIYs. They're easy to paint and cut, or you can mount them on the wall as-is to create a distinctive circular corkboard.

The BEKVÄM spice rack is a bestseller and one of the most affordable IKEA products that are well-loved by DIYers for good reason. Originally designed as a spice rack, it's versatile as a small shelf that you can add pretty much anywhere in the kitchen and beyond. At $6.99, it's cheap, especially considering it's made of solid aspen wood. It has 4.7 stars based on over 650 reviews. Considering you can almost always use a little more storage or organization in a house, this is a worthwhile buy for every home.

There are several DIY ideas with this product, including using it to elevate your bathroom, as bedside storage in the bedroom, and a way to revolutionize desktop storage. This video above shows it as a cutting board storage, coffee and tea organizer, and magazine or book rack, but these are just some of many possible uses. As one happy reviewer puts it, it's the "best price on simple shelving that comes raw, so stain or paint works great. I use them for kids books, spices in [the] kitchen, hair products in [the] bathroom and for customized open shelving!" Negative reviews mention the product does not include mounting hardware, so that is an extra cost to consider.

Useful in every room for organization, IKEA's plastic organizers are worth adding to cart, anytime. IKEA sells a huge variety of plastic storage boxes and baskets. They're popular because they're very affordable and look good for what they are: It's possible to find comparable prices on Amazon or at a dollar store, but IKEA options are nicer-looking than most containers at this price point. Popular options include the NOJIG organizer, KUGGIS box, and UPPDATERA box, all of which actually cost under $5 for a medium size.

One reviewer says of the UPPDATERA Box, "I have multiple of these as I kept reordering more because I loved them so much! Finally found a storage container that's not ugly and can be displayed anywhere without it being intrusive to our decor. I have the small and large ones and use combos to store and organize everything from bathroom items to pantry items." They're just plain useful all around the home, from drawer organization to garage storage. The NOJIG Organizer is one of the cheapest top-rated IKEA products you need to organize your home office. In the above video from @ikea_usa, they show the KUGGIS box as stackable shoe storage, a planter (though you may need to drill holes for this use), and a mini photo filing cabinet. 

IKEA's fabric organizers are a good alternative to plastic containers when you want softer and breathable storage boxes. Like IKEA's plastic organizers, they tend to be higher-quality and better looking than those from a dollar store or Amazon at the same price point. Some highly-rated options include the DRÖNA box, SKUBB box, and HEMMAFIXARE storage case. These products have thousands of positive reviewers and each have a 4.7-star overall rating. 

One reviewer says of the SKUBB box, "I've used these as drawer dividers, bathroom storage, fridge and pantry and hall closet organizing. They last for years, [at a] great price too. Also they unzip so they can store flat when not in use." Organizers come in a variety of sizes, so you can find options for in the closet, under the bed, or even as decorative bins on shelving, as shown in the TikTok above. They're most commonly used for storing clothes and accessories, but you can really fill them with whatever you want, from shoes to craft supplies.

At $1.99, the PÄRKLA storage case is exceptionally cheap for a storage bag that is decent quality and has some useful features. The large case is zippered, opens from top for easier access, and has a pull tab on the front which makes it easier to retrieve from under the bed. This product is an IKEA bestseller that boasts excellent value and is easy to fold up and store, so they're great to have laying around. One reviewer is a repeat buyer and said, "Every year I purchase these clear easy storage bags. I change out my closet twice a year and these convenient [and] inexpensive bags make me [and] my hubby's life easy. The fact that they are clear makes it easy to see what's stored."

Shoppers use them for everything from storing off-season clothes to repurposing them as moving bags. As this video from @nicolinaco demonstrates, the case fits under most beds, so it's excellent for cheap under-bed storage. The bag is spacious too, even fitting large quilts or blankets, perfect for when guests come to visit.

It's easy to label the VARIERA plastic bag dispenser as a one-trick pony, but it can store more than just plastic bags. At $4.99, it's cheap, adaptable, and a good size to fit in a variety of spaces. As one reviewer says, "love these bag organizers. Great price and easy to install and use! Tuck it into almost any closet or cabinet." Their versatility makes them a good buy for anyone wanting to add more organization.

Their design stores plastic bags well, letting you grab just one at a time, but it is useful for other items too. Reviewers use the dispenser to organize hockey sticks and rolls of wrapping paper, shelf liner, and vinyl. It's ideally shaped for these long items. It can also be used to store socks (like in this TikTok from @interiorundco), hand towels, mesh laundry bags for delicates, and really any other bits that are small, but flexible, so you can pull them through the holes.

The GREJIG shoe rack costs $4.99, which is already an impressive price for a shoe rack, but it becomes even more impressive when you find out you can use it for shelving as well. It's worth buying since it's cheap, stackable, and looks sleek, especially considering its low price tag. Over 2,000 shoppers have rated it positively, agreeing that it's a good buy.

Reviewers note many different uses, with one saying, "I bought this to create shelving for my desk. It's well constructed and sturdy and can hold quite a bit of stuff. I like that it is stackable." Kitchen uses are also popular, with one shopper noting, "I'm using this 'shoe shelf' in a pantry application to add an extra shelf for storing pantry items." Another points out that it "fits perfectly under [the] kitchen sink... Usually a forgotten space that collects odd cleaning bottles and tools. Now I can quickly and easily store and find cleaning supplies."

The HULTARP rail is a cost-friendly rail that looks nice and is very adaptable. Intended as a kitchen organizer rail, IKEA sells this type of product cheaper than other budget-friendly retailers like Amazon. Not to mention IKEA's version has excellent reviews for style and durability. This rail comes in black, silver, and gold, so there's an option for any home.

This rail can help add storage anywhere you can hang it, and shoppers have mounted it in lots of places. One reviewer explains, "This rail really solved my small space [storage] problem. I hang all my potholders, clips and wine stoppers from a combination of hooks & cups. And [it] looks great!". Another reviewer uses it "with hooks in the hallway for coats and in the kitchen for pans, and without hooks in the bedroom for scarves." Other suggestions include in the laundry room for cleaning supplies, above a coffee maker for mugs, above a workshop table for small tools, and @jilliantaylorart shows one creative example, using the rail to create a plant display. It's another product so versatile that if you buy it, you're guaranteed to find a way to use it

The GURLI cushion cover is another one of IKEA's ultra-affordable offerings that they offer at a hard-to-beat price. At $3.99, you'll be hard-pressed to find a cheaper cushion cover on the market of this quality. It comes in a variety of colors, making it even more suitable for just about any home. The wallet-friendly price also makes it an excellent option for DIYers who want a plain cushion as the base for a project.

One reviewer writes, "I buy the white pillow covers all the time... [They] are durable, they wash well, and... I particularly love the white because I can dye them." Another reviewer explains they "use GURLI in our dyed textile workshops. My students love to stamp and stencil it, too. I buy them by the dozen...it's a well-made classic." At such an economical price, it's worth having a couple on deck for the occasional decor switch-up or if inspiration strikes for a cushion decorating project. Just keep in mind the inner cushion is sold separately, so there can be an additional cost. The INNER cushion is IKEA's cheapest option at $7.

There are a few reasons why the MOSSLANDA picture ledge is worth grabbing on your next trip. It's best trait is that it looks more expensive than it is: The simple but sleek design has an only $7.99 price tag. It comes in a few finishes and has excellent DIY potential. It's a must-have for anywhere you want a narrow shelf when regular shelving won't fit (and there's a spot like that in almost every home). One reviewer says, "I absolutely love these shelves. They are very easy to install, and work perfectly for all my needs. I have two houses and these shelves are all over in both."

The size of this shelf means it can be used for far more than just a picture ledge. It's wide enough that a reviewer writes, "This little shelf makes a wonderful ledge for shampoos... I have also used it for hanging plants in small white square planters." Another says they "bought this to use in our kitchen. We wanted to display our coffee cups, but also have easy access to use them. This did the trick... [it] has a lip so the cups are secure." If you don't like the look of the ledge, follow the lead of @interiorofmne and flip it upside down to create a slim shelf at an unbeatable price.

Storage bins can be expensive, but they're a home organization essential, so if you find them at a good price, don't hesitate to grab some. The VESSLA storage crate with casters comes at a rare single-digit price tag. The crate itself is $7.99 and you can buy the VESSLA lid separately for $2 (or the combined set for $9.99). If you only need the crate itself, like for an open storage bin for kids, you can save a little money with the crate-only offering. Considering a similar storage crate costs $27 on Amazon, the IKEA version is an exceptionally affordable and worthwhile buy.

Though it might be less durable than pricier crates, it's still an excellent product. It has convenient all-direction wheels and is stackable too. A reviewer writes that it's a "great size storage box [and] moves easily with multi directional wheels. Very versatile, being plastic, [it's] easy to keep clean." The medium size is suitable for storing a variety of items like clothing, toys, shoes, office accessories, and more. The wheels let you move it around as a portable caddy for cleaning or craft supplies. One reviewer even uses it in the garden, calling it a "perfect little seed starting greenhouse. I buy one every time I go to IKEA... some I have had for over ten years!"

IKEA is the place to shop for planters, as the store has a frequently-updated roster of affordable plant pots. Small and large, they come at a very competitive price, handsome-looking styles, and with lots of variety. Some highly-rated options under $10 include the FÖRENLIG plant pot, NYPON plant pot, and SOJABÖNA plant pot. The video above from @gardenofeden61 shows even more options, all of which are excellent for small potted plants.

Just note that many IKEA planters don't have drainage holes, so you might need to drill them yourselves. But for those who don't want to, one reviewer of the NYPON notes, "I use it for a plant that I bought from a store with a cheap plastic container. It sits right in perfectly. Now the plant looks prettier with the pot." With their stylish design, some shoppers use them for storage or even as a little trash can. One happy reviewer said, "I use [it] as a mini trash can on [the] kitchen counter for scraps. [It] works well [and is] stackable. No holes on bottom, so easy to wash." In short, these pots are another versatile IKEA item you'll probably find some way to use around the house. Or, at the very least, they're a cheap option to keep on deck for future plants. 

The LACK side table is one of the cheapest side tables you can find, even rivaling the cost of most second-hand tables. It's simple and works well for any small items you want to get off the floor. For example, reviewers use it to hold a printer, gaming console, humidifier, speaker, and even as a nightstand. Plus, it's suitable to use as the base for some DIYs.

This side table has hundreds of positive reviews and matches the other budget-friendly items in the LACK line. One reviewer notes, "I had a hard time finding a little table [for] under my desk. Most of them are expensive... I found [this] one and [it's] perfect." Another shopper used it for its intended use, and says, "I just needed small area pieces for coffee cups, placing a book, and placement of the seasonal lanterns and these tables fit just right. Easy assembly and lightweight for use in every room." At a truly unbeatable price, this is a welcome addition to any home where you might need an additional surface.

The VARIERA pot lid organizer is one of the top-rated IKEA products for organizing pots and pans, but it can do a whole lot more. It's really just an organizational powerhouse. For $7.99, you can organize a bevy of small items, since it's adjustable. More than one reviewer says they've come back for another, with over 1,000 giving this product a positive review. One explains, "I love that this lid and pan organizer is heavy enough to keep things grounded. It can be used to organize so much more than just pans and lids too... Definitely one of my favorite products at IKEA."

Some of the many items this rack can organize include pot lids, serving dishes, cutting boards, baking sheets, books, craft supplies, and small tablets and laptops. One shopper even uses it in their closet, saying, "I use this to display my hats... nice and neat but out of sight!" An even more creative use comes from one reviewer, who explains, "We actually use this over air vents as a winter gloves drying rack. It's perfect!" This rack is really just another IKEA product you'll find some way to use. And if you don't love the metal construction, another option (albeit not adjustable) is the OSTBIT plate holder, which you can also use for many of the same jobs.