Best Drying Racks
Top drying racks ranked by transparent trust scores.
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9.4
Excellent
Honey-Can-Do Heavy Duty Gullwing Rack
Ranked #1 based on expert reviews, user sentiment, and value analysis.
#1
9.4
Excellent
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Ranked #1 based on expert reviews, user sentiment, and value analysis.
Pros
- 46 feet of drying space
- 46 feet of drying space
- Folds flat to 3 inches
Cons
- Large footprint when open
- Large footprint when open
- Plastic joints can crack over time
Don't buy this if…
- The gullwing arms must be fully locked open or they can collapse under the weight of wet laundry.
- The gullwing arms must be fully locked open or they can collapse under the weight of wet laundry.
#2
9.2
Excellent
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Ranked #2 based on expert reviews, user sentiment, and value analysis.
Pros
- 79 feet of retractable drying line
- 79 feet of retractable drying line
- Folds flush to wall when stored
Cons
- Requires sturdy wall mounting
- Requires sturdy wall mounting
- Expensive for a drying rack
Don't buy this if…
- Must be mounted into wall studs or masonry anchors as the loaded weight can exceed 30 lbs.
- Must be mounted into wall studs or masonry anchors as the loaded weight can exceed 30 lbs.
#3
9.0
Excellent
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Ranked #3 based on expert reviews, user sentiment, and value analysis.
Pros
- Affordable chrome steel construction
- Affordable chrome steel construction
- Non-skid floor protectors
Cons
- Chrome can rust if coating chips
- Chrome can rust if coating chips
- No shoe shelf or accessories
Don't buy this if…
- The chrome plating can chip over time and exposed steel will rust, staining garments hung on damaged bars.
- The chrome plating can chip over time and exposed steel will rust, staining garments hung on damaged bars.
#4
8.7
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Ranked #4 based on expert reviews, user sentiment, and value analysis.
Pros
- Rust-proof 304 stainless steel
- Rust-proof 304 stainless steel
- Adjustable wing extensions
Cons
- Heavier than basic racks at 9 lbs
- Heavier than basic racks at 9 lbs
- Stainless steel is cold to touch
Don't buy this if…
- The stainless bars can leave temporary indentation marks on delicate knit sweaters that are hung rather than laid flat.
- The stainless bars can leave temporary indentation marks on delicate knit sweaters that are hung rather than laid flat.
#5
8.5
Excellent
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Ranked #5 based on expert reviews, user sentiment, and value analysis.
Pros
- No installation required
- No installation required
- Space-saving over-door design
Cons
- Limited to lightweight garments
- Limited to lightweight garments
- Bars can flip down when loading
Don't buy this if…
- Heavy wet items like towels or jeans can cause the rack to pull away from the door or damage the door frame.
- Heavy wet items like towels or jeans can cause the rack to pull away from the door or damage the door frame.
#6
8.3
Good
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Ranked #6 based on expert reviews, user sentiment, and value analysis.
Pros
- 65 feet of drying space
- 65 feet of drying space
- 44 lb load capacity
Cons
- Large footprint when fully extended
- Large footprint when fully extended
- Takes time to fold and unfold
Don't buy this if…
- The extended wings require a minimum room width of 5 feet to fully open.
- The extended wings require a minimum room width of 5 feet to fully open.
#7
8.1
Good
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Ranked #7 based on expert reviews, user sentiment, and value analysis.
Pros
- 79 feet in compact vertical design
- 79 feet in compact vertical design
- Holds 2 full loads simultaneously
Cons
- Tall profile can feel top-heavy
- Tall profile can feel top-heavy
- Assembly required
Don't buy this if…
- The top-heavy design can tip if heavy items are placed only on the upper tiers without balancing weight below.
- The top-heavy design can tip if heavy items are placed only on the upper tiers without balancing weight below.
#8
7.9
Good
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Ranked #8 based on expert reviews, user sentiment, and value analysis.
Pros
- Retracts fully into wall cassette
- Retracts fully into wall cassette
- UV-resistant for outdoor use
Cons
- Requires wall mounting on both sides
- Requires wall mounting on both sides
- Lines can sag with heavy items
Don't buy this if…
- Both the cassette and the hook anchor must be mounted into studs or masonry for the lines to remain taut.
- Both the cassette and the hook anchor must be mounted into studs or masonry for the lines to remain taut.
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