Nothing brings your meals to life quite like the right concoction of herbs and spices. However, having multiple jars take up space on the kitchen counter or disorderly stuffed in a drawer or shelf can add to the stress of cooking, so why not organise them with a nifty little spice rack. Whether you want a free-standing or wall-mounted, wooden, plastic or stainless steel rack, we have something for every kitchen.
A good spice rack will tidy up your space but also add a little bit of style. Plus, you’ll know where all your favourites are when whipping up a storm, which means less stress. These accessories come in an array of options, from large rotating, magnetic varieties, to ones that you can stow away in drawers or shelving and pull out when you need to use them. With a quick peek at our buying guide, you’re bound to find which is right for you and your kitchen.
Free-standing racks are a simple and straightforward choice. This popular style is often placed on the countertop near the hobs and allows you to have your spices handy, meaning you can season as you cook. These come in a wide variety of sizes and are capable of holding a smaller or larger number of jars.
However, the big downside for some is that these leave the jars on the side. Many people find this a bit cluttering, especially if they have a limited amount of worktop space. If that’s the case, you may want to try another style.
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If you prefer to keep your spices out of sight, ensuring that you have a clutter-free kitchen, then opting for a drawer-style rack will likely be your best bet. These are simply placed within a drawer and can usually hold up to around 20 jars. Some of these even have adjustable lengths and heights so that they are flexible enough to fit snug in any kitchen.
There is a downside, though. Firstly, you have to sacrifice one of your kitchen drawers, which may be okay if you have plenty of space, not so much if you’ve got a smaller cooking area. Secondly, in a kitchen, drawers aren’t generally placed near the oven or hobs, meaning you’ll have to be moving around more to access your herbs and spices.
Spinning spice racks are a distinct type of free-standing rack. Their USP is that you will have the ability to easily access any of your spices without the need to dig through a mound of other jars. Instead, simply spin the rack and watch as your favourites are brought to the forefront.
Again, these will take up space on the kitchen side, so they might not be ideal for those who value their work surfaces. However, if you like to have all the seasoning at your fingertips, it’s unlikely there’s anything better.
If you’re looking for the ultimate space-saving option, we would have to recommend the wall-mounted rack. These have a similar build as free-standing. However, instead of taking up space on the side, they’re attached to your walls.
There are few things to remember, though. For starters, you’ll want to make sure, if you don’t own the property, that the landlord is okay with your drilling into the walls. Moreover, not all mounted options come with the required hardware, which can be a little bit of a problem if you don’t know what you’re looking for, so make sure that you're checking the product descriptions for this.
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Lastly, consider the aesthetics of the spice rack. They come in a few different materials, so it’s usually easy to find one that fits the style of your kitchen. It’s worth remembering that if you’re opting for a drawer style, then this section probably isn’t too valuable to you!
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Name | 16 Jar Glass Spice Carousel | Chef's Edition SpiceStack | Pepito 3 | 2-Tier Spice Rack | Freestanding Filled Spice Rack Carousel | Bamboo Spice Stand With 15 Glass Containers | Wall Mounted Spice Racks | CupboardStore Undershelf Spice Rack | Spice Tin Magnetic Storage Containers | Seasoning and Spice Rack |
Features | A Stainless Steel Spice Rack With 16 Dishwasher-Safe Jars Plus 44 Labels | A Compact Yet Full of Space Pull Out Rack With 30 Standard-Size Jars | An Industrial-Style Copper Spice Rack With 3 Tiers for the Modern Kitchen | The Classic 2-Tiered Spice Rack That’ll Blend With Any Traditional Decor | Spinning Rack Complete With 18 Spices, Perfect for Those Starting a Spice Collection | Rotary Carousel Spice Rack for a Modern Kitchen Suitable for 15 Jars | The Spacious and Easy Access Mounted Spice Rack to Fit 32 Jars | A Compact Rack for Securing to Cupboard Doors for Those With Minimal Kitchen Space | Sleek, Stylish and Contemporary Magnetic Rack for a Versatile Spice Solution | An Adaptable Rack Made From Shatterproof Plastic to Fit Different Drawers |
Price | £18.99 | £18.79 | £14.11 | £5.90 | £65.00 | £67.90 | £9.99 | £16.00 | £18.99 | £15.29 |
Type | Spinning | Free-standing/Drawer | Mounted | Free-standing/mounted | Spinning | Free-standing | Mounted | Drawer | Free-standing | Drawer |
Material | Stainless steel | Plastic | Copper | Wood | Stainless steel | Wood | Chrome-plated stainless steel | Plastic | Stainless steel | Plastic |
Capacity | 16 | 30 | Up to 24 | 10 | 20 | 15 | 32 | 7 | 12 | Up to 20 |
Jars Included | 16 | No | No | No | 20 | 15 | No | No | 12 | No |
Care Instructions | Wipe clean with damp cloth | Wipe clean with damp cloth | - | - | Wipe with damp cloth | - | - | Wipe clean with damp cloth | - | Wipe with damp cloth |
Dimensions | 181 x 18 x 27.5 cm | 32.5 x 27.6 x 22.3 cm | 36 x 32 x 8 cm | 24.5 x 27 x 7 cm | 30 x Dia. 21 cm | 40.79 x 27.2 x 21.41 cm | 38 x 49 x 5.5 cm | 32 x 13.5 x 9 cm | 30.6 x 22.2 x 5.9 cm | 41.9 x 20.3 x 3.8 cm |
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This ranking has been compiled by the writing team at mybest UK via careful evaluation of the points made in the buying guide and thorough research of each product and comparing multiple verified customer reviews across the EC sites used.
£18.99
Type | Spinning |
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Material | Stainless steel |
Capacity | 16 |
Jars Included | 16 |
Care Instructions | Wipe clean with damp cloth |
Dimensions | 181 x 18 x 27.5 cm |
£18.79
Type | Free-standing/Drawer |
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Material | Plastic |
Capacity | 30 |
Jars Included | No |
Care Instructions | Wipe clean with damp cloth |
Dimensions | 32.5 x 27.6 x 22.3 cm |
£14.11
Type | Mounted |
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Material | Copper |
Capacity | Up to 24 |
Jars Included | No |
Care Instructions | - |
Dimensions | 36 x 32 x 8 cm |
£5.90
Type | Free-standing/mounted |
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Material | Wood |
Capacity | 10 |
Jars Included | No |
Care Instructions | - |
Dimensions | 24.5 x 27 x 7 cm |
£65.00
Type | Spinning |
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Material | Stainless steel |
Capacity | 20 |
Jars Included | 20 |
Care Instructions | Wipe with damp cloth |
Dimensions | 30 x Dia. 21 cm |
£67.90
Type | Free-standing |
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Material | Wood |
Capacity | 15 |
Jars Included | 15 |
Care Instructions | - |
Dimensions | 40.79 x 27.2 x 21.41 cm |
£9.99
Type | Mounted |
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Material | Chrome-plated stainless steel |
Capacity | 32 |
Jars Included | No |
Care Instructions | - |
Dimensions | 38 x 49 x 5.5 cm |
£16.00
Type | Drawer |
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Material | Plastic |
Capacity | 7 |
Jars Included | No |
Care Instructions | Wipe clean with damp cloth |
Dimensions | 32 x 13.5 x 9 cm |
£18.99
Type | Free-standing |
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Material | Stainless steel |
Capacity | 12 |
Jars Included | 12 |
Care Instructions | - |
Dimensions | 30.6 x 22.2 x 5.9 cm |
£15.29
Type | Drawer |
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Material | Plastic |
Capacity | Up to 20 |
Jars Included | No |
Care Instructions | Wipe with damp cloth |
Dimensions | 41.9 x 20.3 x 3.8 cm |
Generally, whole spices will remain fresh for approximately four years, ground spices for two to three years, and dried herbs for about one to three years.
Consider the spices and herbs that you use most often. Every household is different, but the most basic and essential spices are such as salt, black pepper, garlic powder, paprika, seasoning spice, red pepper, cinnamon, cumin.
Written and researched by Lewis Clark
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