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There are tons of shoe racks for every home design, style, and shoe collection.

Shoe racks we recommend displayed with pairs of shoes on floor, rug, and door

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Each shelf is strong enough to hold up to 22 pounds at one time.

TheOpen Spaces Entryway Rackis pricey compared to other options, but it lasts.

It’s a simple rack, but its bamboo material adds a warm, neutral touch to the room.

Open Spaces Entryway Rack displayed on the floor neatly arranged with shoes

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And for $20, it’s a budget-friendly rack that’s comparable to much more expensive choices.

Assembling the rack was easy and straightforward, only taking around 20 minutes for one person to complete.

The shelves are designed with slats, so it’s lightweight and airy, too.

Person arranging shoes on the Open Spaces Entryway Rack next to table and another shoe rack

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It even promises to be moisture-resistant, a bonus for shoes damp from rain or snow.

It holds a decent amount of shoes, about three-to-four pairs per row.

Notably, the piece is made of solid wood and manufactured in a Fair Trade-certified facility.

Person assembling the Open Spaces Entryway Rack on a table

You’ll have this piece for, potentially, forever.

No shoes fell off or tipped over when we hit the rack with a vacuum during testing.

To be clear, we didn’t test thisexactorganizer, but a similar one from the same brand.

Person reading instructions manual with the Open Spaces Entryway Rack parts on a table

For a budget-friendly solution, consider theZ&L House 3-Tier Shoe Rack.

It holds up to 12 pair of shoes and its bamboo material gives it a natural look.

Do you mind tossing your shoes all together or do you like them separated?

Person arranging shoes on the Open Spaces Entryway Rack next to table and another shoe rack

Do you want all your shoes to be displayed or tucked away?

Try keeping your in-season pairs on the rack for easy access and stowing off-season options in astorage bin.

The material can also be a significant factor for the overall durability of your rack.

Person assembling the Open Spaces Entryway Rack on a table

Buying Tip: Open or Closed Shoe Rack?

Look for an Easy Assembly Process

Most shoe storage solutions require some assembly.

We rated assembly and instruction details for the racks we tested to help you factor that in.

Person reading instructions manual with the Open Spaces Entryway Rack parts on a table

While most shoe racks are stationary pieces, the ability to move them can certainly come in handy.

As always, be sure to double-check weight limits, and be careful carrying heavy loads.

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Z&L House’s bamboo material 3-tier shoe rack.

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She’s written about everything from baskets and bins to carpet shampoos and robot vacuums.

The Container Store 4-Pair Natural Boot Rack displayed on wooden floor with shoes arranged on it

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Person vacuums around the The Container Store 4-Pair Natural Boot Rack holding shoes

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West Elm Mid-Century Shoe Rack displayed on the floor with footwear arranged on it

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Person arranging footwear on the West Elm Mid-Century Shoe Rack

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Person setting up West Elm Mid-Century Shoe Rack

Person arranging footwear on the West Elm Mid-Century Shoe Rack

Person setting up West Elm Mid-Century Shoe Rack

The Container Store White Mesh Stackable Shoe Shelf displayed on wooden floor with footwear arranged on it

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Person arranging footwear on The Container Store White Mesh Stackable Shoe Shelf

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Women rubbing dirt on The Container Store White Mesh Stackable Shoe Shelf

Women unboxing The Container Store White Mesh Stackable Shoe Shelf

Person arranging footwear on The Container Store White Mesh Stackable Shoe Shelf

Women rubbing dirt on The Container Store White Mesh Stackable Shoe Shelf

Women unboxing The Container Store White Mesh Stackable Shoe Shelf

Whitmor 36 Pair Door Shoe Organizer

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Simple Trending 2-Tier Stackable Metal Shoe Rack

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Urban Outfitters Billie Shoe Rack displayed with shoes in an entryway

Brightroom 4 Tier Shoe Rack with shoes in entryway

Container Store 2-Tier Bamboo Stackable Shoe Shelf displayed with shoes on a wood flooring

SimpleHouseware Over The Door Hanging Shoe Organizer

People testing shoe racks in the lab

We tested over 30 shoe racks in The Lab and evaluated each of them based on their sturdiness, ease of setup, and overall value.The Spruce

A person placing a pair of shoes on a hanging shoe rack

The Whitmore Door Shoe Organizer is great for those with little floor space. During testing, we were able to fit three pairs of shoes on each slanted rack.The Spruce