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Quick answer
Choose a black wood bedside table by height, storage and stated weight, because the three tables below have almost the same footprint. The YAUKOMEL Fluted Nightstand is the tallest at 25.2 inches and has a drawer plus an open wood shelf, so it suits a higher bed. The AWASEN Black Nightstand is 23.6 inches tall with a pull-out drawer and an open lower shelf. The YAUKTAK Black Nightstand with Drawers lists a maximum weight recommendation of 100 pounds and has the smallest footprint, but it has one drawer and its listing does not describe a shelf. Figures come from each product’s Amazon listing. Confirm the variant and current details on the product page before you buy.
Three black wood bedside tables at a glance
All three are black, sold as bedside or end tables, and listed with one drawer. Two are listed as engineered wood, and the AWASEN bullets describe MDF panels with solid wood legs, so none of the three is described as fully solid wood.
| Product | Listed size (D x W x H) | Floor footprint | Storage | Stated weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AWASEN Black Nightstand | 11.8 x 15.7 x 23.6 in | 185.26 sq in (1.29 sq ft) | One pull-out drawer, open lower shelf | No capacity stated |
| YAUKTAK Black Nightstand with Drawers | 11.81 x 15.35 x 23.9 in | 181.28 sq in (1.26 sq ft) | One drawer; no shelf described | Maximum weight recommendation 100 lb; item weight 8 lb |
| YAUKOMEL Fluted Nightstand | 11.8 x 15.7 x 25.2 in | 185.26 sq in (1.29 sq ft) | One drawer, open wood shelf | Tabletop holds up to 60 lb; item weight 14.33 lb |
How to choose a black wood bedside table
Height first. Measure the height of your mattress top, or the height you want the table top to reach, and compare it with the table heights. The AWASEN is 23.6 inches, the YAUKTAK 23.9 inches and the YAUKOMEL 25.2 inches. The YAUKOMEL is 25.2 − 23.6 = 1.6 inches taller than the AWASEN, and 25.2 − 23.9 = 1.3 inches taller than the YAUKTAK. The YAUKTAK bullets give 23.62 inches for height against 23.9 inches in its size fields, a 0.28 inch gap, so measure the piece itself if you need accuracy to the inch.
Storage layout. The AWASEN lists a pull-out drawer, a tabletop and an open lower shelf for displaying books or decor. The YAUKOMEL lists a drawer and an open wood shelf. The YAUKTAK specs show one drawer, and its listing does not say whether there is a shelf. None of the three gives drawer interior dimensions, so check the photos if drawer depth matters to you.
Stated load. Only two of the three listings give a weight figure, and they measure different things. The YAUKTAK lists a maximum weight recommendation of 100 pounds without saying which part of the piece it covers. The YAUKOMEL says its MDF tabletop holds up to 60 lb. The AWASEN bullets describe load-bearing capacity but give no number. If you plan to keep heavy items on the table, ask the seller for a whole-piece figure before you buy.
Material and finish. The YAUKTAK specs list engineered wood for the frame and top, with metal legs and handles. The YAUKOMEL bullets describe an MDF tabletop and beech legs, while its specs list oak for the leg material. The AWASEN bullets describe MDF panels with solid wood legs and a water-resistant coating, and its specs list the frame as wood and the colour as black. One AWASEN bullet mentions a walnut finish, so check the finish in the photos if the exact shade matters.
Assembly. The YAUKTAK bullets say assembly takes 30 to 40 minutes, with numbered and labeled parts and illustrated instructions. The AWASEN bullets say assembly takes under 20 minutes, with numbered components. The YAUKOMEL bullets say instructions are included and no special tools are required, but its specs list a screwdriver as the recommended tool, so have one ready. The YAUKTAK specs list a screwdriver too.
Footprint. Floor space barely separates these tables. The largest footprint is 1.29 sq ft and the smallest is 1.26 sq ft, a difference of 0.03 sq ft. Height, storage and stated weight are what will change how the table works in your room.
The three tables in detail
Each card lists the figures from that product’s Amazon listing. We have not tested these tables.
AWASEN Black Nightstand, Bedroom Side Table with Drawer and Spindle Wood Legs
- Listed size: 11.8 in D x 15.7 in W x 23.6 in H, footprint 1.29 sq ft
- Material: MDF panels with solid wood legs and a water-resistant coating, according to the bullets; the specs list the frame as wood and the top as engineered wood
- Colour: black in the specs; one bullet mentions a walnut finish
- Storage: one pull-out drawer, a generous tabletop and an open lower shelf
- Style: vintage, with spindle wood legs
- Weight: the listing does not state an item weight or a weight capacity
- Assembly: numbered components and step-by-step instructions, stated as under 20 minutes
- Stated uses: bedrooms, living rooms or home offices
Limits. The listing does not state a weight capacity or an item weight. The finish is described two ways, black in the specs and walnut in a bullet. The bullets say the panels are MDF, so the drawer and top are not solid wood.
Who it suits. A shopper who wants a vintage look with a drawer and an open shelf, and who can confirm the finish and load with the seller.
YAUKTAK Black Nightstand with Drawers, Small Night Stand, Black Bedside Table
- Listed size: 11.81 in D x 15.35 in W x 23.9 in H, footprint 1.26 sq ft, the smallest of the three
- Material: engineered wood frame, with metal legs and handles, in black
- Storage: one drawer in the specs; the title says Drawers, and the listing does not describe an open shelf
- Weight: item weight 8 pounds; maximum weight recommendation 100 pounds
- Style: the specs say Country Rustic, and the bullets say sleek modern and farmhouse
- Assembly: 30 to 40 minutes, with numbered and labeled parts and illustrated instructions; a screwdriver is listed as the recommended tool
- Surface: the bullets describe a smooth, scratch-resistant finish that wipes clean
Limits. The bullets give the height as 23.62 inches, while the size fields give 23.9 inches. The style is described two ways. The 100 pound figure does not say which part of the piece it covers, and the listing does not say whether the top is rated separately.
Who it suits. A shopper who wants the smallest footprint and a stated weight figure, and does not need an open shelf.
YAUKOMEL Fluted Nightstand with Opening Storage, Bedside Table, Black
- Listed size: 11.8 in D x 15.7 in W x 25.2 in H, footprint 1.29 sq ft, the tallest of the three
- Item weight: 14.33 lb
- Material: engineered wood, with an MDF tabletop and beech legs according to the bullets; the specs list oak for the leg material
- Storage: one drawer and an open wood shelf
- Style: fluted front panels, wide metal handles, and a gold handle colour in the specs
- Weight: the MDF tabletop holds up to 60 lb according to the bullets; no whole-piece capacity is stated
- Assembly: instructions included, and no special tools are required
- Warranty: 18 months, according to the bullets
Limits. The 60 lb figure applies to the tabletop, not the whole piece. It is the heavier of the two listed item weights, at 14.33 lb. The bullets give the width as 15.8 inches, while the size fields give 15.7 inches. The leg wood is described two ways.
Who it suits. A shopper who wants a taller top, an open shelf and a stated warranty, and who has room for a 25.2 inch height.
Fit math with an example wall
This section is our own arithmetic from the listed dimensions, not test results. The 36-inch wall is an example value; replace it with your own measurement.
- AWASEN: 36 − 15.7 = 20.3 inches of spare wall, or about 10.15 inches on each side if centred.
- YAUKTAK: 36 − 15.35 = 20.65 inches of spare wall, or about 10.3 inches on each side if centred.
- YAUKOMEL: 36 − 15.7 = 20.3 inches of spare wall, or about 10.15 inches on each side if centred.
Footprint, depth × width ÷ 144 square inches per square foot: AWASEN 11.8 × 15.7 = 185.26 sq in, or 1.29 sq ft. YAUKTAK 11.81 × 15.35 = 181.28 sq in, or 1.26 sq ft. YAUKOMEL 11.8 × 15.7 = 185.26 sq in, or 1.29 sq ft. The AWASEN and YAUKOMEL tie on footprint, and the YAUKTAK is the smallest.
Before you buy
- Measure from the floor to the top of your mattress and compare it with the table heights above.
- Decide whether you need an open shelf. Only the AWASEN and YAUKOMEL describe one.
- If you plan to keep a lamp, a stack of books or a heavy clock on the table, ask the seller for a whole-piece weight figure. The YAUKTAK gives a 100 lb maximum recommendation, but its listing does not say which part of the piece it covers.
- Check the finish in the photos if you want an exact shade of black or a walnut tone.
Mistakes to avoid
- Choosing on footprint. All three sit between 1.26 and 1.29 sq ft. Height, storage and stated weight are what differ.
- Treating the weight figures as equal. One is a maximum recommendation whose scope the listing does not state, one is for the tabletop only, and one is not stated.
- Trusting the drawer count in a title. The YAUKTAK title says Drawers, but its specs say one drawer.
- Calling them solid wood. The AWASEN bullets describe MDF panels with solid wood legs, and the other two are listed as engineered wood.
Which one to choose
- For a higher bed, an open shelf and a stated 18 month warranty: the YAUKOMEL.
- For the smallest footprint and a stated 100 pound maximum recommendation, with one drawer and no shelf: the YAUKTAK.
- For a vintage look with a pull-out drawer and an open lower shelf, if you can confirm the load with the seller: the AWASEN.
Frequently asked questions
Which of these holds the most weight?
The YAUKTAK lists a maximum weight recommendation of 100 pounds, but its listing does not say which part of the piece that covers. The YAUKOMEL says its tabletop holds up to 60 lb. The AWASEN does not state a capacity, so ask the seller before you load it.
Which one has an open shelf as well as a drawer?
The AWASEN and the YAUKOMEL both describe an open shelf with their drawer. The YAUKTAK lists one drawer and does not describe a shelf.
Are these tables solid wood?
Not entirely. The AWASEN bullets describe MDF panels with solid wood legs. The YAUKOMEL is listed as engineered wood with an MDF tabletop and beech legs according to the bullets. The YAUKTAK is listed as engineered wood.
How long does assembly take?
The YAUKTAK bullets say 30 to 40 minutes, and the AWASEN bullets say under 20 minutes. The YAUKOMEL listing gives no time, only that instructions are included and no special tools are needed.
Figures come from each product’s Amazon listing as we read it for this guide. Details, variants and availability can change, so confirm on the product page before you buy.
