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We selected the mDesign Decorative Metal Farmhouse Magazine Rack as the best magazine rack you can buy today. This magazine rack created a multifunctional storage solution that could easily transition between holding magazines and serving as a stylish bathroom caddy. It was also pre-assembled and featured a classic look that works in a range of home decor settings.
To determine the best magazine rack we looked at the following core features: location, type, design, materials, size, and capacity. We know that residential and commercial design needs can be very different, and that available floor space can also impact the type of rack you select. So, we focused on a variety of options that were versatile in terms of location and space compatibility, while also offering adequate storage capacity. Keep reading to learn more about our selections. But before that, check other quality office tools available for purchase.
Award: TOP PICK
WHY WE LIKE IT: A sleek floor magazine rack that works with almost any type of home decor, requires no assembly and is perfect for small spaces.
Even if you don’t get a magazine to your home every other day, that doesn’t mean that it’s a bad idea to invest in having a magazine rack in the house. This Top Pick floor magazine rack from mDesign is a beautiful wireframe option that’s perfect for almost any home decor style. We like that this is a rack that doesn’t require assembly and is ready to use right out of the box.
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More importantly, the small size that measures 12 inches long, six inches deep, and 8.5 inches tall makes it perfect for even the smallest studio apartment. ven if you’re not someone who reads print magazines, this magazine holder can pull double duty as a bathroom caddy to store fresh towels, washcloths, or extra rolls of toilet paper. Speaking of your bathroom, take a look at our guide on the best smart toilet if you’re looking for an upgrade.
Award: HONORABLE MENTION
WHY WE LIKE IT: A modern magazine rack that’s affordable and perfect to sit beside your couch in a mid-century style home, with plenty of room for multiple magazines.
If you live for the mid-century design aesthetic, this option from Spectrum is the perfect solution for your form-meets-function needs. This wireframe modern magazine rack features a simple single-slot that can hold newspapers, magazines, or even vinyl records. So if your home gets a lot of magazines in the mail, this magazine rack is up to the challenge.
We liked that this is another solution that doesn’t require assembly — meaning that as soon as you take it out of the box, it’s ready to go. The matte black wire features a sleek finish that will look great in your living room or bedroom. But best of all, this magazine basket offers a fold-flat design that makes storage easy when it’s not in use. If you’re taking work home from the office, you may also want one of the best little desks for a personal office.
Award: BEST FOR SMALL SPACES
WHY WE LIKE IT: A space-saving wall-mounted literature rack that comes with the hardware and can be used in a wide array of settings.
When space is at a premium, a magazine rack that takes up floor space isn’t practical. Whether you’re working in a cubicle or living in a starter studio apartment, this small wall-mounted magazine rack from iDesign is perfect. This is a hanging basket design that measures 10.5 inches tall, 8.5 inches wide, and 3.5 inches deep.
While it’s not a solution for someone that collects a large number of magazines or newspapers, we think it’s also an awesome gender-neutral option because of the rust-resistant steel construction with a brushed bronze finish. Plus, this wall magazine rack comes with the necessary hardware for installation. You could also put this in your bathroom, and use it to store bathroom essentials.
Award: BEST FOR CHILDREN
WHY WE LIKE IT: A child height large magazine stand with four rows of storage that’s ideal for preschools that need to store and organize books.
We feel like this wooden four-row magazine stand from IRIS USA has a bit of a nostalgic feel to it. That’s why we believe it’s best for preschools. It offers the most storage of any of the selections we’re featuring. In total, this rack can support up to 22.07 pounds with just over five pounds supported in each row.
This wooden magazine rack stand measures 22.62 inches long, 10.63 inches wide and 23.23 inches tall. At that height, this rack is perfect for smaller children to create a reading corner and encourage a love of reading at an early age. As is common for the larger magazine racks, this model requires assembly but it does come with all necessary hardware to complete the task. If you’re using this for bathroom storage, you may want to also check out the best plunger.
Award: BEST FOR CO-WORKING SPACES
WHY WE LIKE IT: A hanging magazine file that’s perfect for first-time co-work space users to help them stay on top of industry publications without sacrificing floor space.
We know this is a rather specific award. But as co-working spaces continue to gain popularity, people are learning to create their mini-offices and adjusting to maximizing the workable space. And depending on the layout of your dedicated desk space, you might have access to a wall such as in a cubicle. Instead of cluttering up your desk or the floor space around it, this hanging magazine file from Safco Products is a great space-saving solution.
As is common with literature holders such as this, this option comes with the mounting hardware so that you can quickly install it. The 10-pocket design can hold up to five pounds and is incredibly sturdy. Each pocket measures ¾” deep. Plus the low-profile black mesh design is compatible with a wide range of commercial design schemes.
Award: BEST QUALITY
WHY WE LIKE IT: A floor standing magazine rack that folds flat and is easy to assemble with no hardware required makes it a smart choice for event professionals who need to set up and break down quickly.
If you’re a frequent presenter at events such as pop-ups and trade shows, you know that being able to quickly set up or break down your display stand is critical to making life easier. Our Best Quality nomination goes to this magazine rack from Displays2Go. It’s one of two fold-flat options we’ve highlighted.
But what makes it break out is that it comes in three pieces that easily snap together. More importantly, this is a floor-length angled standing rack that comes with a carry bag to keep the finish protected between uses. We like that this is another 10-tiered solution. The overall dimensions measure 56 inches tall and 11 inches wide.
Award: BEST FOR DOCTOR’S OFFICES
WHY WE LIKE IT: An unobtrusive three-tier acrylic plastic magazine rack that is perfect for doctor’s offices, salons, or even teen bedrooms.
Finding a magazine rack that matches your decor can be difficult for some. And for that reason, we included this acrylic option from AdirOffice. It’s the only completely see-through design that we nominated because we think it’s truly unobtrusive and can blend in with any design aesthetic.
While it’s ideal for doctor’s offices or salons, it’s also a great neutral choice for a teen bedroom. This acrylic magazine rack is another wall-mounted solution that comes with the necessary hardware. There are three tiers. Each tier measures 29 inches wide and the overall rack measures 35 inches tall. Each tier is also two inches deep. This could be used to store anything from makeup to the best shower caddy.
Even though pop culture will have you believe that print media is dying, the truth is that the magazine rack is still an essential item for both residential and commercial needs. To create our guide, we focused on the following features — location, type, design, materials, size, and capacity. For the type, we included three wall-mounted picks and four freestanding options.
We knew that where your magazine rack will be can dictate the style you select. So, we included a mix of options that are suitable for home and commercial use. Likewise, we also featured a variety of materials although metal-based options dominated our selections.
Next, we considered the size. While we did include one larger option, in general, we focused on space-saving designs that were either wall-mounted or didn’t take up much floor space. Understandably, capacity and size tend to go hand in hand. The smaller selections tended to offer less space whereas the larger options could hold more items.
And finally, we did consider the design. While there are countless options on the market and you can select a more niche style that best matches your aesthetic, in this article we focused our search on picks that offered more universal appeal and worked in a wider range of settings.
Magazine racks are a great storage solution if you’re someone who receives a medium to a large number of publications every month. Rather than cluttering up your entry or coffee table with magazines and newspapers, you can store them in a magazine rack to keep your space tidy.
First, think about where you want to place your magazine rack. Depending on the space available, you may need to focus on a space-saving design that’s small but still offers adequate storage for your mail or magazines. Also, consider your design aesthetic. Magazine racks come in a range of styles from minimalist to ornate. The style you pick will depend on what works best for your tastes and your overall design scheme.
This is still going to depend on your office decor and the total amount of publications you receive in a given month. But in general, office spaces tend to receive a higher volume of magazines and newspapers. So, you’ll want to consider either a freestanding, wall-mounted, or rotating rack with plenty of storage space.
Wall-mounted magazine racks are perfect if you’re truly working with a limited amount of space. Even a small freestanding magazine rack can become a tripping hazard if it obstructs pathways around your home or simply overwhelm a tight space. Instead, a wall-mounted rack can still serve as a storage solution while also keeping your floors clear.
