Struggling to maximize kitchen space is a thing of the past. It's time to upgrade your organization with these reliable and top-rated cabinet organizers.

To help you make better use of tight quarters, we tested shelves, racks, magnets and other space-saving options. Here are the tools you should consider → Michael Murtaugh The organizers we spoke with recommended magnetic strips for storing knives. We like the Benchcrafted Mag-Blok, which is made with strong magnets. The wood exterior is great, too, because it’s gentler on knife blades than metal. Michael Murtaugh Small appliances eat up valuable countertop real estate, which the Yamazaki Home Countertop Drawer aims to solve. The drawer provides extra storage, and the built-in shelf can hold plates when you’re preparing food. Michael Murtaugh Shelf risers are handy for getting the most from your cupboards. The Yamazaki Home Expandable Kitchen Riser is one of the best we’ve found, because it can fit a range of cabinet sizes. Michael Murtaugh These magnetic shelves create space on the side of a fridge and other magnetic surfaces for spices, bottles and pepper mills. Each Hoopoton Store Magnetic Spice Rack can hold two rows of standard spice jars. Michael Murtaugh A bakeware rack keeps sheet pans and cutting boards from falling over or becoming jammed together haphazardly. We like the YouCopia StoreMore Adjustable Bakeware Rack because it has seven easily adjustable dividers. Michael Murtaugh Cup hooks are an excellent storage option. Installed below an upper cabinet, they keep tools out of the way yet within easy reach. They’re also terrific for storing mugs and tea cups in a cabinet.

One surefire way to instantly increase your kitchen storage is by using available vertical space in your pantry and on the counter. It helps to clear up clutter and make room for items that might not otherwise fit elsewhere.