10 Amazon Items You Need To Perfectly Organize Your RV

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There is something genuinely special about RV life. The freedom of the open road, waking up somewhere new every other day, the sense that you have everything you need with you, and the knowledge that there is nowhere else you need to be. For a lot of people, it's the closest thing to a perfect life. That is, of course, until you open the cabinet and a tin of beans falls on your head.

RV space is finite. Storage is a constant negotiation, and keeping your rig organized is a challenge. Shoes clutter the floor, countertops get messy, smells spread fast in small spaces, and anything not properly secured has a way of ending up somewhere it shouldn't be, like bouncing off your head. On top of organization, simple cleaning hacks to keep your RV tidy are also essential. The romance of the open road is undoubtedly real. The chaos, unfortunately, is too.

The good news is that simple tricks can go a long way toward improving RV organization. Amazon offers a wide range of products to help RV owners make the most of every inch — storage options, space-saving tools, kitchen accessories that make a difference when space is tight. Of course, Amazon isn't the only retailer. Costco also has those items you need to perfectly organize an RV.

To find our 10 Amazon items, we turned to RV lifestyle blogs and camping publications, while also exploring RV communities and forums for ground-level advice. We discovered many product categories and whittled them down to the options we felt were most practical. We then looked at the best individual products for each category and set a minimum threshold of 4.0 for Amazon user ratings. 

Command Brand Large Utility Hooks by 3M are a no-brainer. They are the easiest way to keep your counters clear and clutter-free. With proper placement, they keep everything within easy reach. As they are peel-and-stick wall hooks, no tools are required, and nothing sharp goes near your RV walls. They go up fast, too. And once up, they support up to 5 pounds, so they're ideal for hanging coats, towels, kitchen utensils, and even the dog leash.

They stick to painted walls, laminate cabinet doors, bathroom tiles, metal fixtures, and finished wood — basically anywhere in your rig with a smooth surface. Wallpaper or any rough surface might not be the best place to stick them, so avoid it. Also, the adhesive might not bond properly in temperatures outside the 50°F to 105°F range. So if your rig has been sitting in the cold, you might want to give it time to warm up before sticking the hooks to the wall.

When it's time to remove them, there are no holes, no marks, and no sticky residue. One Amazon customer summed it up succinctly when they said, "Strong hold, zero damage — exactly what I needed." One pack of seven costs around $13, or you can just order a two-pack for $23. There aren't any savings there, but if you're fitting out a new rig, you might use all 14 — especially with these game-changing Command hook hacks for RV camping.

If you're not yet using your doors for storage, you're leaving some of the most useful places in your RV underutilized. The Jarlink Over-the-Door Organizer goes up in under a minute, and you don't need any tools for the job. Simply hang it over the door with the included hooks and insert the bottom cardboard; you'll have it up quicker than it takes to read the instructions.

The organizer has 10 compartments split across five fabric pockets and five mesh side pockets. Each main pocket is generous enough to hold hair-care bottles, shoes, cans of cleaning spray, and similar items. Loading all 10 pockets full won't cause any problem, either, as the organizer can handle up to 100 pounds. You can grab anything from any pocket without hunting through them, too, because you can see through the mesh to easily locate what you're looking for.

The organizer is particularly useful for RV use thanks to its internal cardboard panels and reinforced seams that keep it stable. One Amazon customer confirmed the effectiveness of this feature, saying, "It's very sturdy and doesn't sway or tilt when I open and close the door..." It's listed at $39.99, though it's often available at a good discount, and the two-pack offers savings and even more storage. It comes in five colors. You can keep things neutral with gray, black, or beige, or brighten the space with pink or rose pink.

While the Jarlink Over-the-Door Organizer is excellent for most items, if you have lots of shoes, you need a dedicated organizer. The Simple Houseware Over-the-Door Shoe Organizer is the one to do it. Hang it over any door inside your RV, and every shoe will have its own pocket — no more piled footwear on the floor or shoved under the bed. It has 24 pockets for 12 pairs, so it's one shoe per pouch, and it supports up to 40 pounds.

At 9.5 inches tall and 4.3 wide, the pockets are deep enough for most everyday footwear, including flats, sandals, heels, sneakers, and slim shoes. Each pocket is clear, too, so a quick glance is all you need to locate the exact pair you want. However, BobVila did note that the pockets can trap dirt over time, but they also discovered in their testing that "the plastic is easy to wipe off when dirt and grime inevitably build up." The home improvement publication also singled out the Simple Houseware Organizer as the best for their Bang for the Buck category. At around $10, it's hard to argue with that.

The four hooks spread the load across the door so it hangs nicely and doesn't tip, and it comes in six colors. Choose pink, beige, or turquoise to brighten the space, or gray, brown, and black if you'd rather keep things neutral. And if you don't own enough shoes to fill it, you can still use the other pouches for toiletries, snacks, and small kitchen items.

Under the bed is the one place in an RV where you can store the big stuff. But without the right containers, it can quickly become a disorganized mess. StorageWorks Under-Bed Storage Containers slide under your sleeping quarters and zip shut. The lid is transparent, and there's a label slot for easy identification should you need it. The containers come in three sizes for different bed clearances: 5, 6, or 7 inches, and packs of two cost anywhere from $30 to $50 depending on the size.

The containers are excellent for storing things like spare clothes, shoes, blankets — basically anything that's fighting for cupboard space you can put under the bed instead. They can even store dedicated campsite kits of extension cords, outdoor rugs, and leveling blocks, or fishing gear, hiking boots, and other bulky sports equipment. If you're traveling to lesser-known RV destinations across America or through different climates, you could even use the labels to organize by weather. "Cold-weather gear" and "beach trip" are options if you're on an Alaska-to-California road trip and want to store things you won't need for a while.

You can pack them tight, too. The reinforced structure holds its shape even if you tend to overstuff. The body is made from polycotton, and the walls won't give. Alicia Kort at the lifestyle publication Apartment Therapy said they are "absolutely worth it for a long-lasting under-bed storage solution." Two zippers run the full length of the lid and lock out dust, while six color options range from plain gray to khaki and beige stripes.

Getting savvy with a tension curtain rod is one smart way to store essentials without all the clutter. These spring-loaded rods can do far more than hold up a curtain. You can use them to stop everything from sliding around in cabinets by wedging them between walls or stretching them across a fridge interior when you hit the road. You could even place a rod inside a sink base cabinet and hang spray bottle handles over it. Another option is to use a couple wedged together to form a makeshift shelf for towels or toilet paper in a tall cabinet.

The KXLife Tension Curtain Rod is one of the highest-rated on Amazon. To set it up, you simply extend the rod, secure it in place, and let the spring do the rest. The non-slip clamps grip the surface, and they leave no marks. They clamp to just about any surface, too — wood, tiles, metal, even wallpaper — and the caps won't corrode, and the rod won't rust. Load capacity ranges from 3 to 7 pounds, depending on size, with the shortest span at 12 to 20 inches and the longest at 28 to 40 inches. That should cover most cabinet, cupboard, and fridge widths in an RV.

One Amazon customer was very happy with their purchase. They said the rods are "compact but surprisingly strong, holding lightweight curtains and coverings securely without slipping." It is worth noting, though, that you should give them a quick check every now and then if you're using them to hold something heavier than a curtain. You can choose from white, black, or oak, and a two-pack of the smallest size costs under $10, while a six-pack of the biggest goes for under $20.

Drawer organizers turn any chaotic RV drawer of rolling batteries and tangled cables into one where everything has a place. The Vtopmart Plastic Drawer Organizers are particularly well regarded on Amazon. They come in packs with four different sizes, letting you create endless layout combinations. Simply mix and match them like a jigsaw puzzle to fill the space, configure them as you see fit, and organize your items from there.

You can set up a variety of configurations. A road trip essentials drawer, for example, could contain all the necessary chargers, adapters, spare batteries, and maps, each separated and in its own tray. Or you could dedicate a drawer to medications, while the smaller trays could drop straight into a tackle box. You can even put a tray on the console for sunglasses, lip balm, and toll coins right where you need them while on the road.

Each tray comes with silicone pads on the bottom so they'll stay in place on bumpy roads, and they nest inside each other when not in use for convenient storage. The 25-pack comes in eye-catching colors ranging from soft lilac to light green. If you prefer to see inside, clear versions come in packs of 15 to 72 and range from $15 to $50, depending on your chosen color and pack size.

Open bags of pasta and flour are unlikely to survive an RV trip. Food storage containers are essential for those who cook on the road, and Vtopmart again proves to be one of the more popular choices on Amazon. The Vtopmart Airtight Food Storage Containers come in packs of 24, with sizes ranging from snack-sized tubs to tall canisters for things like spaghetti. The lids lock down on all four sides, and a silicone seal keeps things airtight. Each container has a label so you can clearly mark what's inside, and when the contents change, you can wipe it off and write in the new contents with the included marker pen.

However, you may be of the opinion that 24 is more than you need in the RV. But these containers go well beyond the pantry. Dry pet food and treats stay fresh and remain odor-free inside. You could even put your smelly hiking socks and other small garments in them to keep the RV smelling fresh in the run-up to laundry day. In the bathroom, black tank chemical pods inside one of these won't stink, and you can even reserve one as a compost bin so food scraps stay fly-free.

Because the containers narrow toward the base, you can even slide the taller tubs into the fridge door if you need to keep contents cool. Another plus is that every lid fits every container, so you'll never have to search for a match. They nest inside each other for easy storage if you really can't find any use for a few, and you can expect to pay somewhere in the $30 to $40 range, which works out to less than $2 per tub.

Sometimes the simplest storage solution is the one that works best. It doesn't get much simpler than wire baskets, and the SheeChung Metal Wire Baskets are among the better choices on Amazon. They have a steel wire frame with a finish that's resistant to moisture, so they are perfectly usable in the kitchen or bathroom. 

You can place them on a shelf or under a sink, or use the included hardware to fix them on a wall. You could even hang them on the side of your refrigerator, but you'll need magnetic or Command hooks for that. The small ones come in packs of two, three, or four and are a good size for hanging snacks, condiment packets, and pantry essentials. The baskets in the large two-pack are deep enough for fruits, kitchen supplies, and bulkier toiletries.

Other uses include a small bed frame basket for your phone, glasses, and maybe even the book you're reading. One Amazon customer even mounted some above the sink to use as dish racks and said, "The baskets are sturdy, and the provided hardware makes them very secure on my cabinets. Everything such as plates, large cups, drinking glasses all fit nicely with perfect depth." A pack of two costs $14; the three- and four-packs cost a bit more, and the large two-pack sits at $20.

One of the most essential DIY upgrades every RV shower needs is a shower caddy. The Yasonic Never-Rust Shower Caddy requires no tools to install. It loops easily over the shower head and turns a cluttered RV cubicle into an organized space in minutes. The two baskets are large enough to fit full-size bottles standing upright, while the 3-Tier Set moves the soap tray to the bottom for a more stylish design. For razors, loofahs, hand towels, bath sponges, and anything else you don't want to pile into the baskets, the ten side hooks keep everything within easy reach.

The caddy's footprint is compact. At 13 inches wide and just under 28 tall, it fits comfortably inside most shower cubicles. It has a 40-pound capacity, which is far more than you'd need for everything you'd normally have in a shower cubicle. "It is well made, easy to assemble, and seems to promise many years of life. It hangs solidly and has plenty of room for bottles and a bar of soap," is how one Amazon customer describes the Yasonic caddy. 

You can use the suction cups to hold it more steady, or the adhesive strips fix it in place with a more permanent hold. A rubber ring on top grips the shower pipe and prevents it from spinning or sliding, while the aluminum build means you won't have to worry about rust. The caddy is available in silver, black, gray, white, or rose gold if you want something with a little more character. It's listed at $30 but regularly sells for less, so keep your eye out for a bargain.

Nine kitchen tools packed into one collapsible board give you less clutter, more cabinet space, and just about everything you need for meal prep in an RV. The Gintan 9-in-1 Collapsible Cutting Board is ingenious in its simplicity — use it as a flat cutting board or open out the colander basket beneath for washing and draining. When you're done, the whole thing collapses flat and measures 13.4 by 9 inches, about the same size as a standard chopping board.

But that's not all you get for food prep. There are five blade inserts you can fix into the center. A slicer for thin cuts, a grater for cheese and hard veg, a waffle blade for crinkle cuts, a shredder, and a masher. So, when you add it all up, you can call it a cutting board, a colander, a grater, a slicer, a shredder, a masher, and a storage basket all in one. One Amazon customer who bought it for her travel trailer called it "super versatile for all our cooking needs" before adding, "the collapsible design is perfect for our small kitchen area."

You can wash fruit and vegetables directly in the colander basket without needing a separate bowl or using sink space. Simply click the blade inserts in and out to switch from slicing to grating, while an included stainless steel knife takes care of the serious chopping. The board comes in blue-gray, blue-green, or a simple gray, while orange adds a splash of kitchen color. Usually, it sells for less than the $27 list price, but the exact price depends on the color you opt for.