IKEA Best Seller Shoe Cabinets We Think Are Worth Buying

When it comes to organizing and storing your shoes, there is no shortage of products aimed at solving common footwear problems. While many storage solutions can provide order to your home, there are particular models that truly steal the show, bringing a streamlined and efficient approach that actually works. Two such products — the IKEA TRONES and STÄLL — strive to do just that, making them two best-selling show cabinets we think are worth buying.

By way of introduction, the TRONES Shoe/storage cabinet ($39.99/2-pack) and the STÄLL Shoe cabinet with 4 compartments ($149.99) are both space-conscious storage solutions for managing footwear. Each of them is designed with swing-down cabinets, allowing for compact shoe storage while keeping footwear securely contained and out of sight. Customers praise the pieces for their appearance as well as their performance, aspects that have helped these storage solutions lock in their ranking as best sellers. Both can easily be installed in areas with a small footprint, such as tight entryways, laundry rooms, mudrooms, or even in garages, ensuring optimal traffic flow and no more piles of shoes to trip over. Bear in mind that both shoe storage cabinets have to be drilled into the wall, which may be problematic if you're renting. In that case, you can try using a utility cart, which is a completely mobile way to store shoes.

If you're trying to stick to a budget, the TRONES is a good option to consider. Since you can purchase a set under $50, this can be a practical find for families who are craving more order in their home but don't have funds for a fancier product. The TRONES is made to be mounted to walls, which translates to integrated storage — be sure to check nearby doors for swinging radius before installing them, though. Each cabinet can comfortably hold two to three pairs of adult shoes and more of smaller kids' footwear. The top of the TRONES also has a small surface with a lip all of the way around, providing another space to store essential items.

Customers have given the TRONES a 4.7-star average out of more than 3,800 reviews at the time of writing. One five-star review on IKEA's website states, "I ordered one TRONES originally for storage at my entry. They are great but I needed more to tidy up the shoe clutter. Mission accomplished! I got two TRONES this round and again... shoe clutter be gone!" Negative feedback of the TRONES is pretty sparse, but one reviewer bemoans over the lack of hardware (a common IKEA practice to ensure customers properly hang items depending on their needs), and another states that the cabinets are flimsy.

Another potential mark against the TRONES is its casual appearance — since it is made from plastic, it could look cheap exposed in an entryway if the rest of your décor is higher-end. Beyond being used to store shoes, people use the TRONES as a hack to save closet space, or fill it with blankets or books.

For something a bit more refined and integrated looking than the TRONES, the STÄLL can be a natural choice. This piece looks like a built-in cabinet while still jutting out less than 7 inches from the wall. While it has a wall-mounted design as well, while the two legs situated at either side of the cabinet's front grant it some increased stability and a more integrated vibe. A flat surface on top is helpful for additional storage of smaller items, such as keys, phones, or mail. Like the TRONES, this piece should be able to store two to three pairs of shoes in each compartment, which can be a game changer for households with multiple members.

The STALL has a 4.6-star average from nearly 750 reviews at the time of writing. One glowing review from a customer on IKEA's website states, "This is my second one. I have one in my closet for my shoes and I have another in the hallway I use for a foyer cabinet and for shoes. Love this product!" Other customers echo this reviewer's sentiment, writing that the cabinet effectively eliminates cluttered shoe collections. Similar to the TRONES, the STÄLL's limited negative feedback comes back to the installation process, which some customers say is tedious.

All in all, the STÄLL is a more beautiful way to stop shoe clutter and enhance your entryway, closet, or mudroom. If you want to personalize it a little more, consider outfitting the doors with compatible hardware, like cabinet pulls or handles.