14 Gifts for Your Hyper-Organized Loved Ones

One of the best ways to end the old year and start off the new is to get organized: set new goals, tidy up clutter, and plan for the next 356 days. But some of us are more organized than others. If you have a family member who starts their spring cleaning in January or a friend who always sticks to their New Year’s resolutions, consider getting them a gift that will aid in their organizational endeavors. The list below includes tools for personal and home organization, along with space-savers so your favorite goal-setter can get their planning done in peace. Even though they’ve probably got a million things on their to-do list, they’ll at least be able to check off one thing on their “to-buy” list … and add you to the top of their other list for thank you cards.

1. Rocketbook Panda Planner; $29

Goal setters, planner lovers, and eco-conscious warriors will all find a beloved new sidekick in Rocketbook’s Panda Planner. The planner—which is completely erasable and reusable—is scientifically designed to turn goals into realities. In addition to space for daily to-do lists and calendars, it has weekly and monthly overviews to help users reflect on their progress. Planner pages can be saved digitally via Rocketbook’s free app, allowing consumers to take them on the go even when their notebook has to stay at home.

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2. K-Cup Carousel; $22

Many coffee drinkers swear by their Keurig, but keeping pods organized can sometimes be a messy affair. This spinning K-cup carousel from NIFTY, which has space for 35 K-cups, helps coffee drinkers find exactly what they’re looking for without having to dig through their kitchen cabinet. The carousel can be tucked right next to the Keurig, turning a countertop into a mini barista station.

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3. STORi Drawer Organizers; $15

STORi’s drawer organizers transform messy spaces into something that Marie Kondo would be proud of. The clear containers come in eight different sizes, which can be mixed and matched to fit individual spaces. And they’re built with recessed bottoms, so they can easily stack to maximize vertical space. These are a great accessory for office spaces, vanities, or anywhere else odds and ends collect.

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4. WeChip Magnetic Spice Containers (Set of 12); $24

A set of magnetic spice containers is a great gift for home chefs with tiny kitchens. These jars are magnetized to stick securely to refrigerators and other large appliances, freeing up coveted counter space in the process, and come with labels that cover 120 spices. The lids are clear, making it easy to identify and grab what spice you need—plus, they have both sift and pour holes, allowing you to quickly add what you need to your recipe.   

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5. Pezin & Hulin Bamboo Charging Stations for Multiple Devices; $30

Eliminate the need for messy cords, multiple surge protectors, and running around the house to find charging devices with this bamboo charging station. In addition to being compatible with multiple devices and brands, it comes with five cables and can hold six devices at the same time. Reviewers also compliment its sturdiness and sleek design. (Keep in mind, though, that the charger hub is sold separately.) 

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6. DMoose Cable Management Cord Organizer; $28

There’s perhaps nothing uglier than loose cords and wires, but they’re often necessary to keep electronics working properly. Keep the tech—but lose the mess—with like DMoose’s box, which discreetly hides power strips and wires. It doesn't just look good: The box’s four cable cutouts are made from fireproof material, and with non-slip feet on the end of the box, it’ll stay put even if someone gets jumpy during scary movie night.

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7. Spicy Shelf Expandable Under Sink Organizer; $25

The areas under kitchen and bathroom sinks are often the most neglected when it comes to organization, but with an expandable organizer, they’ll be as neat as more visible areas of the house. Spicy Shelf’s organizer can expand to fit around individual plumbing systems, and it can also adjust to four different heights in order to fit under the sink. The shelf holds up to 40 pounds of products, making it almost as indispensable as a box of Clorox wipes.

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8. XSOURCE Sports Equipment Storage Rack; $46

Every garage or home gym could use a little tidying…and a sports equipment rack. XSOURCE’s sports rack has three freestanding sections—two standard shelves and a shelf with hooks—that can either be kept separate or built together for a more streamlined look. A unique feature of this set is its four hooks, which can hold things like baseball bats, tennis rackets, and hockey sticks. Athletes don’t always win games, but this rack will have them feeling like they’ve won the Super Bowl of organization.

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9. AmeiTech Cosmetics Display Case; $33

AmeiTech’s adjustable cosmetics case cleans out bathroom drawers and allows makeup lovers to show off their collections. The case spins 360 degrees for easy access to products, and the heights of the middle trays can be adjusted to accommodate larger bottles of perfumes or cleansers. There’s plenty of space for smaller items, too—the top trays have compartments for 18 lipsticks and nail polishes, and there’s even a special section reserved for brushes. This is an all-in-one case that’s a must for every makeup artist.

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10. Mebbay Expandable Junk Drawer Organizer; $23

Junk drawers got their name for a reason—but why can’t they be “drawers of organized chaos” instead? Mebbay’s junk drawer organizer kit includes six storage containers of four varying sizes, and every box is expandable to adjust to individual drawers. Along with the boxes comes a set of 25 adhesive non-slip pads, which will keep the boxes (and their contents) firmly in place.

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11. Eagle Creek Pack-It Cubes; $30

The truly organized know staying tidy doesn't stop in the home—it extends everywhere you go. Eagle Creek's Pack-It Cubes, which come in various sizes and styles, will help your giftee create a system for packing smart while they're traveling.

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12. Utopia Pantry Organizers, Set of 16; $46

Whether they're found in the fridge, the pantry, the garage, or the playroom, torn open cardboard boxes and products strewn across a space willy-nilly are sure make the eyelids of the organized person in your life twitch uncontrollably. Help them get the mess under control, keep everything in its place, and save space with this set of sturdy and stackable transparent bins, which are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars on Amazon.

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13. HEYHOUSE Space-Saving Closet Organizers; $17

These hangers are perfect for the organized person with tiny closets: Each can hang nine items of clothing and be positioned to hang vertically to maximize space. They can also be hung horizontally to dry items of clothing.

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14. YouCopia StoraLid Food Container Lid Organizer; $20

There's nothing more annoying than food storage containers going missing ... or falling out and hitting you on the head when you're getting things out of the cabinet. Help your giftee keep those lids secret with this organizer, which includes dividers that can be inserted to separate out lids of different sizes.

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A version of this story ran in 2020; it has been updated for 2021.