13 Of IKEA's Most Highly-Rated Best Selling Products (& How To Use Them In Your Home)

IKEA's best-selling products have captured the hearts of shoppers worldwide for their designs, practicality, and affordability. Whether for outfitting a first apartment or renovating your forever home, the retailer offers a range of products that blend style and function. But with such a large and continuously updated catalog, it can be tough to know where to start. IKEA has hundreds of items in its best sellers category alone. We've narrowed down the top highly-rated products, so you can shop the best of the best.

Rather than simple one-use products, we've focused on IKEA's most versatile best-sellers. Several of them are IKEA products that are well-loved by DIYers for good reason, since they're so flexible. The items have at least 4 stars overall and 500 reviews, though many have thousands. We've included more details about our selection methodology at the end of this article. Keep reading for 13 of IKEA's top-rated best sellers and discover why they're so beloved, as well as some creative ways you can use them in your home.

The TRONES shoe/storage cabinet is a shallow cabinet, designed to store footwear in tight spaces. IKEA fans use it to store all sorts of stuff though, all over the home. This plastic unit is wall-mounted, so it doesn't take up any floor space. It's just over 7 inches deep (when closed), so it doesn't jut out too far from the wall. One pack includes two of the modular units, which you can stack on top of each other, mount side-by-side, or even mount separately, making them even more versatile.

This product has over 3,400 reviews and a 4.7-star rating overall, with about 78% of reviewers giving it 5 stars. One major fan praises this unit, saying, "TRONES appear in every room and available nook and cranny in our home! Useful to contain gardening tools, hardware tools, toilet paper, towels, stationery, cleaning products, games, books, emergency kit, camping items, etc. We own 44 TRONES and I'm sure we'll find room for a few more!" 

Finding 44 uses for TRONES units is impressive, but not terribly surprising: it has the capacity to store about four pairs of shoes, so it will fit anything that's a similar size or smaller. Shoppers use it in the bathroom for towels and toilet paper, the office for work and hobby materials, and the laundry room for cleaning supplies. The TRONES can be used as an outdoor storage space for your porch or patio. It can also double as other furniture pieces, like in a small bedroom for a bedside table hack or even as a storage-packed headboard.

The ALEX drawer unit is a simple desk-height storage unit, chock-full of shallow drawers that are perfect for organizing anything from paperwork to workshop tools. Made of particleboard, it comes in a few colors and has a clean and simple design. It's also finished on all sides, so it can be placed anywhere in a room; no need to hide the back surface.

Overall, this unit has 4.5 stars based on around 2,900 reviews, with 72% rating it 5 stars. One reviewer says, "[The] ALEX cabinet provides plenty of storage. I used it under the desk top and find it very useful, good-looking, and functional. [I] assembled [it] with no problem." Using it under a desktop is a popular option: IKEA even sells a combined LAGKAPTEN/ALEX desk that includes two drawer units and a tabletop. The versatile piece can be used as a work-from-home setup, makeup vanity, or a hobby worktop. 

With a small footprint, the drawer unit can really add some extra organization to any room. Line up a few as a dresser replacement, tuck one into a pantry for organizing dry goods, or place a couple in the garage to organize tools. It's even possible to make this simple IKEA drawer look like custom shaker furniture with some handiwork.

IKEA's LACK series is among the brand's most highly rated and affordable lines. The wall shelves are a major favorite, with small, medium, and large floating shelves, and a tall shelving unit available. The shelves are made of particleboard, which contributes to their cheap price, but come in a few colors to make them look stylish despite the low-cost material. As expected from plain shelves, you can use these pretty much anywhere (indoors) to add storage or a surface for decor.

The highest-rated LACK wall shelf is the 43¼ by 10¼-inch size, with around 2,800 reviews. It averages a 4.5-star rating with just over 72% of reviewers giving it five stars. One reviewer simply says, "They go up, they stay up, they work. What more could you need?" 

They get the job done, and the job of choice is yours. You can create a customized layout by combining large units to make a statement shelf in a great room, or stack smaller ones to add storage to a narrow bathroom. Some DIYers have even used LACK shelves to create a cat's play wall. If you're lacking in space, the LACK shelving unit is the way to go: it's tall and narrow to take up minimal wall space. In this case, consider these 12 ways to creatively use an IKEA LACK unit around the house.

The KALLAX shelf unit is another highly-rated and well-known IKEA product. It's a simple cube-style shelving unit, with square openings to fit all sorts of stuff, from books to perfectly-sized inserts and accessories for hidden storage. Stand it tall, lay it on its side, add legs, or wall mount it to suit your space. After all, it's another versatile IKEA best-seller. There are other KALLAX shelving units in different sizes and layout options that are also budget-friendly picks made from particleboard.

With around 7,500 reviews averaging 4.7 stars, this unit is extremely highly rated. Around 78% of reviewers give it a full 5 stars, with one noting, "I could not be happier with this shelving unit! The quality is amazing, and the assembly was straightforward and took no time. I assembled both of the shelves I ordered by myself, with my toddler in the room and in under an hour! Such a good price and such a great product." 

Some hacks involve just painting or dressing up this basic unit, while others transform it entirely, like these brilliant IKEA KALLAX DIYs that prove its the most versatile piece. Other creative uses include using it as a room divider and bar table or adding wheels to turn it into a movable, storage-filled workstation, ideal for a large craft room.

The BILLY bookcase is one of IKEA's most successful products, with over 120 million units sold since its introduction in 1978. You'll be hard-pressed to find another bookshelf that looks this nice at this price point. It's available in a few colors, many with wood-like finishes, though to keep the price low, this bookcase is made of particleboard. It's available in various sizes and configurations, and each one has adjustable shelves so you can arrange them to your needs. For even more personalization, you can buy BILLY doors and BILLY accessories as well.

This BILLY model has 4.6 stars overall from around 2,400 reviews, with 73% awarding it 5 stars. One commenter says, "This was so easy to put together. The shelves have many positions to choose from. I was able to make narrow spaces for music CDs and taller spaces for DVDs. I also had books and pictures to store. This bookcase provided me with the ability to create whatever space I needed." 

You can use a BILLY bookcase in any room. In fact, we've rounded up 18 ways to use it for more than books, including as a dining room china cabinet or for playroom toy storage. One popular use is to hack DIY built-in bookshelves with strategically placed MDF and trim to give your great room or den a custom look.

Almost every home can benefit from a pegboard, whether it's in the garage to store tools or in the laundry room to organize cleaning necessities. IKEA's SKADIS pegboards are priced affordably and aligned with the brand's attractive minimalist style. Plus, they come in various configurations. IKEA also sells lots of accessory options, including shelves, containers, clips, and hooks. 

The board-only SKÅDIS Pegboard has 4.6 stars based on almost 3,000 reviews, and 77% of reviewers give it 5 stars. A commenter notes, "This product is a definite space saver! For those who like items visual, it is a must-have. I am an out-of-sight, out-of-mind person. But now, Viola! Everything is organized visually. No more lost items!" 

Reviewers are very creative in how they use this pegboard. Some ideas include adding it to an entryway or mudroom, in a craft room for hobby supplies, above an office desk, and to organize jewelry in a closet. A few negative reviews note that the pegboard can't be rotated; it can only be mounted as-is due to the shape of the holes.

The MOSSLANDA picture ledge is a simple picture shelf that is useful all around the home. Designed for single or layered frames, it's just the right size for a range of other items, measuring 4¾-inches deep with a lip to prevent items from falling off. Its compact size allows shoppers to use it in just about any room. Made of fibreboard in a few simple sizes and colors, it has an economical price too.

This mid-size white MOSSLANDA picture ledge has 4.7 stars from over 6,500 reviews, and 80% gave it 5 stars. One happy reviewer explains, "These picture ledges never disappoint. These are some of my favorite items from IKEA. Great quality, versatile, and good price. I have purchased in the past, love how they look in my house, and that I can put both picture frames and decor [or] art on them, and plan to get more in the future." 

Shoppers use them everywhere, for organizing and displaying anything that can fit on them, from spice jars to figurines. A couple of creative ideas include turning it upside-down to create a small shelf to upgrade your kitchen backsplash. Or, for one of the most impressive uses, create a large mid-century shelving unit by installing them in rows. 

The OSTBIT plate holder is designed for holding dishes, but like many IKEA products, it's taken on many other creative uses. It's made of bamboo and has slots for up to six plates, though shoppers use it for almost anything that will fit in the kitchen. Examples include organizing pot lids, cutting boards, Tupperware, baking trays, and serving trays.

This product has 4.7 stars overall based on over 800 reviews, and around 82% rate it 5 stars. One reviewer comments, "Everyone needs at least one. You don't realize how helpful they are until you start using them, all over your house." 

Truly versatile, shoppers use the holder everywhere. Some ideas include using it to store flat arts and craft supplies, books, makeup palettes, and even tablets and e-readers. It's an excellent addition to drawers to hold items upright and organized, ranging from rolled dish towels to folded t-shirts. One of the most stylish uses we've seen is to hang it vertically to turn it into a wall-mounted book holder. For more inspiration, here are more ways to use this bamboo dish rack around your home.

It's hard to find a side table as affordable as the LACK Side table, which costs under $20. It's very simple, incredibly easy to assemble, and lightweight too, so it's very easy to move around to any space you need it. This handy table is made of particleboard with a honeycomb paper filling inside, which gives it extra strength (it will hold up to 55 pounds) but keeps the price very low.

This side table has an overall rating of 4.6 stars from over 3,300 reviews, with 77% of reviewers giving it 5 stars. A reviewer writes, "I've had several of these little tables and would buy [them] again when needed. They are solid performers at an excellent price point, perfect for printer stands, nightstands, etc." 

Use it anywhere you need a side table or extra surface; as a living room or bedside side table are two popular options. Place it in a home office or workshop to hold a printer or other hobby materials, or even inside a closet to add a surface for bins and baskets. It also works well as a base for a DIY project like a modern mirrored side table. 

Ultra versatile and economical too, you can find a use for the PERJOHAN stool with storage in any room. It's one of those IKEA products perfect for DIYers, made of untreated pine wood that you can stain or paint to your heart's desire. It's sturdy, useful as a seat, side table, or nightstand. The storage space underneath really sets it apart from any old wooden stool. It's the perfect size for a couple of books or magazines, some craft hobbies, or entryway essentials.

Reviewers rate this stool 4.7 out of over 550 reviews, with 81% awarding it 5 stars. A happy commenter says, "As a stool, sublime. As a bedside table, exceptional. This item was easy to assemble, the instructions were straightforward, and it didn't take more than an hour to put together. The end result is sturdy and high quality, and as an added bonus, made my room smell like wood for a few days after I built it."

Made of natural cork, the HEAT trivet is a stylish-looking item that's designed to protect surfaces from heat. However, you can use it on any surface that needs a bit of protection from cold, condensation, or water as well. It's useful as a large coaster or under potted plants to help save surfaces from drips or scratches. Another use is between pots and pans for safely stacking cookware. 

Based on over 3,500 reviews, this product has 4.7 stars overall, with about 78% of reviewers giving it 5 stars. A commenter calls the trivets a "Repeat purchase. I use these for heat. I use them for coasters. I use them under plant pots so my surfaces don't get scratched up. Probably one of my top 3 favorite products from IKEA." Beyond the kitchen, this trivet is also a good base for creative projects. Some reviewers note using it as a mouse pad, for laser engraving, and as mini cork memo boards.

At $4.99, the GREJIG shoe rack is ultra-affordable, making it all too easy to add to your cart. You'll likely find a good use for it, too. It's a steel shoe rack that's foldable. The legs swing in and out, so it's very easy to store when you don't need it. But you'll probably want to use it around the home, since you can stack up to three racks on top of each other to make your own cheap, personalized shelving.

This rack has a high 4.7-star rating based on over 2,900 reviews, with 76% of those giving it a perfect 5-star rating. A happy reviewer explains, "[It's] simple to pop the legs open to use and place anywhere needed. I used these shelves in the bedroom closet for shoes and kitchen cabinets for canned goods." 

Negative reviews note it's not as sturdy as a proper shelf unit (since the legs can fold inwards), so just make sure to avoid placing breakable items on it. Shoppers are very creative with their uses, though, using it as a shelf in the pantry, in the kitchen or bathroom cabinets, on top of a home office desk, and as a riser in cabinet or closet shelving.

The BEKVÄM spice rack is the perfect holder for spice jars and containers, or for anything else that's a similar size, whether it's practical or decorative. The rack measures 3⅞-inches deep and has a front railing to keep items in place. Even better, it's made of solid wood, so it's excellent for refinishing to match your style and looks nicer than particle board, while still boasting a low $10 price tag.

IKEA shoppers rate this product 4.7 stars based on over 650 reviews, with 79% of them giving it 5 stars. A reviewer praises it, saying "[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 glasses, [and] vases as customized open shelving!" You can even flip it upside down to use it as a small shelf with a hanging rod.

All of the products on this list are chosen from IKEA's best sellers category on their website. But besides being popular, they're also highly-rated, with at least 4 stars based on at least 500 reviews. For this list, we made sure all the products had multiple possible uses, making them more versatile for any home. For this reason, many are well-loved by DIYers too.