mDesign Plastic Stacking Food Storage Bin with Open Front — 11" Deep, 4-Pack, Clear

How we evaluated this product: this review is based on the manufacturer's published specifications, the product design and our ORDEN Score criteria. We did not test it in person. Check the product page for current sizes and details before buying.

What Are the mDesign Stacking Food Storage Bins?

They are four clear, shatter-resistant plastic bins, each about 11 inches deep, 5 inches wide and 5 inches tall. The front is open, so you can take items out without lifting the bin, and the bins stack to build vertical storage on a shelf. mDesign lists them for kitchen cabinets, pantries, the fridge and the freezer, for fruit, potatoes, onions, drinks, snacks and pasta.

Why an Open Front Plus Stacking

Stacked closed bins mean lifting the top one to reach the bottom. With an open front, every level stays accessible: you reach into the lower bin from the front while the upper one stays in place. That makes a two-bin stack practical for items you use daily, such as snacks or onions and potatoes.

Will They Fit?

• Depth: at about 11 inches, they suit standard 12-inch pantry shelves and most refrigerator shelves.
• Width: at 5 inches, two bins side by side take about 10 inches.
• Height: a stack of two needs about 10 inches of clearance.

Our guide on how to organize a kitchen pantry explains how to assign one category per bin.

Limitations

The open front means loose small items can slide out if the bin is overfilled. They are not sealed, so flour, rice and grains belong in airtight containers. For wider categories, the ClearSpace bins (11 x 8 x 6 in) or the mDesign deep bins (14.6 x 8.1 x 6 in) hold more.