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7 Best Portable Closets

Updated: Nov 14, 2023 9:53 PM
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After more than two days of research and comparison, we’ve seen that the best portable closet for your money right now is the Youud Wardrobe Storage closet. This portable clothing and bedroom organizer is 52” long by 67” tall and 18” deep, with a frame made from high-quality steel tubing and a cover made from durable, water-resistant non woven cloth. Keep reading to learn about other high-quality portable closets available for purchase.

To help you find the best portable closet for organizing your wardrobe and making the best use of your available storage space, we’ve checked out the specs on dozens of models and compared them for ease of assembly, materials quality, and the amount of usable space they offer. We looked for such features as steel or aluminum frames, zippered closure, and configurable racks. In deciding on the best freestanding closet, we also favored those closets that were at least 50” tall, and those that came with the option of drawers or with room for full-length hangers.

Top 7 Best Portable Closet

 #1  Youud Wardrobe and Portable Closet

Award: TOP PICK

WHY WE LIKE IT: Great for those trying to reduce clutter and achieve a clean, minimal look, this stylish and lightweight–just over 10 lbs– portable clothes organizer has configurable shelving and room for a standard height clothing rack, plus it requires no tools for assembly.

Pros
  • Very durable ight, sturdy steel tubing
  • Configurable for one or two clothing racks
  • Comes with space for bedding, laundry baskets or portable drawers
Cons
  • Drawers not included
  • Some may prefer a taller wardrobe

This 67” tall freestanding closet and portable wardrobe is a versatile storage solution that’s relatively lightweight and easy to move around when you need to. Its 52 inches long by 18 inches deep, and this gives enough room for one full length rack or two shirt and blouse racks. It has a frame made from high quality hollow steel tubing, which promises more durability and load capacity than wardrobes made from purely plastic tubing usually offer. The outer cover can be zipped closed for a clean, unobtrusive look.

The fabric covers of this portable closet are made from water-resistant material, which makes it easier to clean and easier to maintain than some others we’ve seen. Assembly is likely somewhat easier than that of an Ikea portable closet since it claims to require no tools. If you need a bit of extra storage space in your bedroom this is the perfect solution.

 #2  Songmics Portable Clothes Closet

Award: HONORABLE MENTION

WHY WE LIKE IT: This portable closet is made from durable steel tubing and water-resistant non woven fabric and it can be used either with or without the fabric cover. It offers enough room for two to three boxes and two wardrobe racks with hangers.

Pros
  • High 55 lb load capacity
  • Water-resistant covering with zipper closure
  • Helpful for organizing small items thanks to its 9 shelves
Cons
  • The exterior cover may fade from UV light
  • Shelving not adjustable

This portable closet offers two clothing racks and nine shelves, making it helpful for organizing small items and maintaining a minimalist look. It comes standard with a covering made of non-woven water-resistant fabric, but you can also leave the cover off and use this freestanding closet as a garment rack. The covers can also be rolled down and they close using zippers, which makes this piece great for long-term storage as well since it keeps dust and moths off of your clothing.

It weighs about 11 pounds and has a load capacity of 143 pounds, more than the weight limits of many other garment racks and portable clothing racks. The weight limits of the fabric tiers designed for folded clothes are just 11 lbs. For the rest of your bedroom, you should also read our guide to the best futon mattress.

 #3  Homebi Clothes Closet Portable Wardrobe Durable Clothes

Award: BEST SPACE SAVING

WHY WE LIKE IT: This space-saving portable closet comes with 10 shelves for small items and folded clothes storage, plus a central hanging space big enough for full-length coats and dresses.

Pros
  • Durable steel frame
  • Dust resistant thanks to zippered, non woven fabric cover
  • Ample shelving space for folded laundry and small items
Cons
  • Less hanging space than you get with some portable closets
  • Not as tall as some rivals

Well-suited to smaller rooms and multi-purpose spaces such as entryways and living rooms, as well as larger areas where you may want a sparse, minimal look, this compact portable closet measures 59 inches wide by 17.75 inches deep and just over 65 inches tall.

It has ten storage shelves with room for folded shirts, toiletries, or other small items. A central hanging space lets you hang up suits, coats, and dresses. The frame is made from powder-coated metal for added durability, and it assembles by means of plastic screw-on connectors, requiring no tools. If you need a place to store your kid’s clothing too, check out our guide to the best kids dressers.

 #4  Whitmor Portable Wardrobe Clothes Closet

Award: BEST FOR PHOTO SHOOTS

WHY WE LIKE IT: With a clear plastic window built into its fabric cover, this portable closet lets you more conveniently see what items you’re storing in it without having to unzip the fabric. Great for photoshoots and movie sets.

Pros
  • Dust-proof and breathable design
  • Weighs less than 9 lbs, making it easy to move around
  • Display window lets you check contents at a glance
Cons
  • No storage shelves included
  • 50 lb capacity is more limited than some others

A viewing window built into the fabric cover adds convenience to this slim, lightweight portable garment rack and clothes organizer. At 64 inches tall by 19.75 inches deep and 36 inches wide, it doesn’t take up much space but offers room to hang a decent number of suits, dresses, coats, and shirts. Quality and overall design is similar to the well-regarded Whitmor Extra Wide portable closet, but this unit takes up less wall space.

Optimized for hanging space, this portable closet lacks storage shelves and fabric tiers but makes up for that somewhat by offering room to hang more full-length outfits than you get with most of the competing models. Assembly is straightforward, with no tools required. A steel frame with sturdy plastic connectors features internal bungee cords for extra strength.

 #5  AOOU Portable Closet Organizer

Award: MOST VERSATILE

WHY WE LIKE IT: This portable closet excels when it comes to versatility thanks to its 14 built-in storage shelves and two movable garment rack rods so you can hang clothes of different lengths.

Pros
  • Dust and mildew resistant with its zippered cover
  • 14 drawers for folded clothes and other items
  • Metal tube frame adds durability
Cons
  • Less hanging space than you get with some other organizers

This portable closet and clothes organizer has plenty of space for folded clothes and other items thanks to its 14 shelves separated by fabric tiers. It has a metal tube frame with screw-on plastic connectors, providing a weight limit of 110 lbs, which is about average for a portable closet of this size equipped with clothes rack and hanging sections.

A zippered cover made from easy-to-clean non-woven fabric helps keep away dust and mildew while providing a clean, minimal appearance when closed. This cover is also water-resistant. The 14 storage shelves make this a versatile organizer for your walk-in closet as well as a stand-alone space-saving storage area in just about any size room. If you want another form of storage in your bedroom, check out our guide to the best TV stands too.

 #6  Homdox 3-Tier Portable Closet

Award: HIGHEST WEIGHT CAPACITY

WHY WE LIKE IT: This heavy-duty freestanding closet and clothes organizer is configurable for either one or two hanging rods, giving it more hanging space than most free standing closets, plus it features a convenient shoe rack. A load capacity of 399 lbs lets it work as a luggage rack.

Pros
  • Shoe rack included
  • 399-lb load capacity thanks to the heavy-duty steel frame
  • Easy to move around with its lockable caster wheels
Cons
  • Doesn’t come with a fabric cover
  • Fewer drawers or storage cubbies than you get with some portable closets

This garment and general-purpose organizer is well suited to keeping bedrooms free of clutter and works especially well for those who value convenience and simplicity and those who travel often. It doesn’t have as many different storage shelves or fabric tiers as some of the freestanding closets on the market, but it does have a very conveniently placed shoe rack, plenty of hooks for hats and coats, and adjustable clothing racks.

A 399-lb load capacity adds to the appeal of this heavy-duty garment rack and portable closet, letting you hang heavy coats and use the shelving units for luggage, shoes, and even books. While it doesn’t include a fabric cover, you can buy non-woven or Oxford cloth covers separately.

 #7  Jeroal Portable Closet and Organizer

Award: BEST STYLE

WHY WE LIKE IT: With a tasteful black non-woven fabric cover, this stylish portable closet does a great job of keeping clothes away from dust and moisture. It features useful shelving with three fabric tiers and two spaces for hanging storage.

Pros
  • Highly space-efficient with six cubbies and two hanging areas
  • Dustproof and waterproof non woven fabric cover
  • Powder-coated steel frame for durability
Cons
  • Lower than average 93 lb weight capacity
  • Lacks a dedicated shoe rack

Thanks to its handsome black dustproof and waterproof non-woven fabric cover, this clothes organizer and the portable closet is both a stylish addition to a room’s decor and a useful way to store clothing. It helps keep suits, coats, and dresses safe from dust and moths, thanks to a cover with secure zipper closure. A powder-coated steel frame helps add durability.

Three fabric tiers let this wardrobe closet include 6 cubbies along with the two hanging spaces, leaving you the option of removing one or two of these tiers to add more hanging space. While weight capacity, at 93 lbs, is somewhat less than the weight limits of heavy-duty garment racks, it’s plenty for most clothes and bedding.

How We Decided

In order to bring out the best portable closets on the market, we took into consideration versatility, size, weight limits, and customizability. We preferred storage units that provided both storage shelves for folded clothes, hanging rods for suits and dresses, and a shoe rack for convenient shoe access.

We also sought out the best freestanding closet organizers in terms of how easy they were to assemble. A tool-free assembly was considered ideal, while the inclusion of step-by-step instructions was considered a bonus. For versatility, we looked for portable closet options that you could configure in different ways, for example by removing optional fabric tiers to add more hanging space.

In addition, we considered stability and weight limits. For those with side pockets and up to two hanging sections, we wanted a capacity of at least 90 lbs. For the best heavy duty garment rack with a shoe rack, we looked for an overall weight limit of 250 lbs or more, including at least 100 lbs of load capacity on the bottom shelf.

Best Portable Closet Buyer’s Guide

The Most Important Features to Consider

  1. Dust Cover
    One of the advantages of a portable closet and wardrobe garment rack is that with an included non woven fabric cover these storage solutions can help keep your clothes free from dust and even shield clothing and bedding from the moisture in the air. For this reason, it’s important to look for fabric covers that are dust-proof and preferably water-resistant.
  2. Storage Shelves
    Versatile storage shelves add to the usefulness of a portable closet, letting you add storage for folded clothes along with miscellanies such as toys, bedding, seasonal decor, and other items.
  3. Frame
    If you are a frequent traveler or are keen on space-saving storage solutions, you may want to consider a heavy-duty portable closet with a shoe rack. Look for a steel frame with a rated load of at least double the weight of your clothes and shoes. In practical terms, this means about 250 pounds on average.

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