Bath Shelf Over Toilet: 3 Compact Options

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By listed floor footprint, Kalrin Over-The-Toilet Storage Rack is the smallest (1.63 sq ft) and Simple Trending Over The Toilet Storage the largest (2.18 sq ft). Kalrin Over-The-Toilet Storage Rack lists 9.84″ D × 23.82″ W × 68.11″ H; Simple Trending Over The Toilet Storage lists 13″ D × 24.2″ W × 64.5″ H; samstar 4 Tier Over The Toilet lists 9.8″ D × 24.6″ W × 64.8″ H. Specifications come from Amazon listing data checked October 4, 2026; we have not tested these products. Recheck the selected variant and the current price on Amazon before ordering, because titles and specification fields can change.

Quick compare: the products in this guide

Sizes come from the Amazon listings as we read them; check the product page for the current details before you buy.

Product	Listed details	Link
Kalrin Over-The-Toilet Storage Rack, 4-Tier Bathroom Organizer Shelf Over…	9.84″D x 23.82″W x 68.11″H	See details on Amazon Affiliate link
Simple Trending Over The Toilet Storage Rack, Metal 3 Tier Bathroom Organizer…	13″D x 24.2″W x 64.5″H	See details on Amazon Affiliate link
samstar 4 Tier Over The Toilet Storage Rack, Bathroom Organizer Shelves…	9.8″D x 24.6″W x 64.8″H	See details on Amazon Affiliate link

Three options at a glance

Pick	Listed dimensions	Floor footprint	Footprint rank
Kalrin Over-The-Toilet Storage Rack	9.84″ D × 23.82″ W × 68.11″ H	234.39 sq in (1.63 sq ft)	Smallest
Simple Trending Over The Toilet Storage	13″ D × 24.2″ W × 64.5″ H	314.6 sq in (2.18 sq ft)	Largest
samstar 4 Tier Over The Toilet	9.8″ D × 24.6″ W × 64.8″ H	241.08 sq in (1.67 sq ft)	Middle

1. Kalrin Over-The-Toilet Storage Rack, 4-Tier Bathroom Organizer Shelf Over Toilet with Adjustable Shelf and Basket, Freestanding Space Saver Bathroom Shelves Above Toilet for Room (Vintage Brown) — Smallest listed footprint

Listed details: dimensions 9.84″ D × 23.82″ W × 68.11″ H; item weight 7.9 kg; material Metal; color Brown.

The Kalrin is the narrowest and shallowest listed option at 9.84 inches deep and 23.82 inches wide, with a 1.63-square-foot listed footprint. Its 68.11-inch height is the tallest of the three, so measure the space above your toilet carefully. The listing describes three open shelves, one storage basket, three removable hooks, and a toilet paper holder. Three wooden shelves are adjustable, while the metal frame includes an X-shaped crossbar and wall-fixing nails. It has four shelves, a brown vintage design, and a P2 particleboard-and-metal construction. The listing does not state the shelf load capacity or interior basket dimensions.

Pros

• Smallest listed footprint at 1.63 square feet: 9.84 inches deep by 23.82 inches wide.
• Includes three adjustable wooden shelves, a storage basket, hooks, and a toilet paper holder.
• X-shaped frame crossbar and wall-fixing nails are listed for stability.

Cons

• At 68.11 inches tall, it needs more vertical clearance than either other option.
• The listing does not state the weight capacity or storage basket dimensions.
• The brown vintage finish and P2 particleboard panels may not suit buyers seeking an all-metal or modern look.

Who it is for / who should skip it: Pick it if you need the smallest listed footprint and want a basket, hooks, and adjustable wooden shelves. Skip it if your bathroom has limited height clearance or you want a three-tier metal-only rack.

2. Simple Trending Over The Toilet Storage Rack, Metal 3 Tier Bathroom Organizer Shelf with Paper Holder and 3 Hooks, Freestanding Shelf Space Saver Above Toilet, White — Largest listed footprint

Listed details: dimensions 13″ D × 24.2″ W × 64.5″ H; item weight 7.3 pounds; material Metal; color 3-tier White.

The Simple Trending rack is the widest and deepest listed option, measuring 13 inches deep by 24.2 inches wide for a 2.18-square-foot listed footprint. Its 64.5-inch height is shorter than the other two products. The listing describes three mesh shelves, a paper holder, and three removable hooks. It uses a metal frame with a waterproof coating and a widened base, and the listing says the coating is rust-resistant and easy to clean. This white three-tier model includes an accessory kit and step-by-step assembly instructions. The listing does not state its shelf weight capacity or the clearance needed above the toilet.

Pros

• Shortest listed height at 64.5 inches, which may help where vertical clearance is limited.
• Waterproof-coated metal frame is listed as rust-resistant and easy to clean.
• Includes three mesh shelves, one paper holder, and three removable hooks.

Cons

• Largest listed footprint at 2.18 square feet, measuring 13 inches deep by 24.2 inches wide.
• Provides three shelves, fewer than the four shelves listed for the other two racks.
• The listing does not state the shelf weight capacity or above-toilet clearance.

Who it is for / who should skip it: Pick it if a shorter rack and white metal finish matter more than minimizing floor area. Skip it if the toilet area is especially narrow or shallow, or if you want four shelves.

3. samstar 4 Tier Over The Toilet Storage Rack, Bathroom Organizer Shelves Cabinet Above Toilet, with Adjustable Height Freestanding Shelf Space Saver, Black — Middle listed footprint

Listed details: dimensions 9.8″ D × 24.6″ W × 64.8″ H; material Metal; color 4 Tier Blackblack.

The samstar offers four tiers in a modern black metal design and has a 1.67-square-foot listed footprint, measuring 9.8 inches deep by 24.6 inches wide. Its 64.8-inch height is close to the Simple Trending rack and lower than the Kalrin. The listing describes four removable hooks, two adjustable shelves, and an adjustable support rod. It also lists four retaining straps intended to help prevent tipping and shaking. The frame is described as all-carbon steel. The listing gives two-inch adjustment amounts for the bottom two tiers and bottom support rod, but does not state shelf capacity or assembly time.

Pros

• Four-tier storage in a listed 1.67-square-foot footprint.
• Two shelves and the support rod are adjustable, with two-inch adjustment amounts listed.
• All-carbon steel frame and four retaining straps are listed for stability.

Cons

• The 24.6-inch width is the widest of the three products, despite its shallow 9.8-inch depth.
• The listing does not state the weight capacity, shelf clearance beyond the listed adjustments, or assembly time.
• It has no listed toilet paper holder or storage basket, unlike the Kalrin and Simple Trending descriptions.

Who it is for / who should skip it: Pick it if you want four tiers, a black modern appearance, and listed adjustment points in a shallow rack. Skip it if you need a paper holder, basket, or the narrowest possible width.

What to check before buying bath shelf over toilet

Start with the available floor area behind the toilet. Compare both depth and width, not just the product label: the Kalrin measures 9.84 by 23.82 inches and has a 1.63-square-foot listed footprint; the samstar measures 9.8 by 24.6 inches and has a 1.67-square-foot listed footprint; Simple Trending measures 13 by 24.2 inches and has a 2.18-square-foot listed footprint. Choose Kalrin when minimizing the listed footprint is the first priority. Choose Simple Trending only if its extra depth fits and you prefer its shorter 64.5-inch height or white finish.

Next, measure vertical clearance. Kalrin is 68.11 inches tall, while samstar is 64.8 inches and Simple Trending is 64.5 inches. If the space above the toilet is restricted, the two shorter models are the safer starting points, but the bathroom should still be measured before ordering. Do not assume that a shelf will fit around the toilet tank without checking the listed depth and the fixture layout.

Then compare storage organization. Kalrin and samstar list four shelves or tiers; Simple Trending lists three mesh shelves. Kalrin adds a storage basket, three hooks, and a toilet paper holder. Simple Trending lists a paper holder and three hooks. Samstar lists four hooks and adjustable shelves, but its description does not list a paper holder or basket.

Finally, check adjustability and stability details. Kalrin lists three adjustable wooden shelves, an X-shaped crossbar, and wall-fixing nails. Samstar lists two adjustable shelves, an adjustable support rod, and four retaining straps. Simple Trending lists a widened base and waterproof-coated metal. None of the listings states weight capacity, so avoid assuming these racks can hold heavy items.

Worked example: fit math for these three options

This worked example is our own planning arithmetic from the listed dimensions, not test results. The wall length and walkway width are assumed example values; replace them with your measurements.

Wall example. Assume 48 inches of clear wall.

• Kalrin Over-The-Toilet Storage Rack: 48 − 23.82 = 24.18 inches spare; centred, 12.09 inches on each side before trim, plugs or curtains.
• Simple Trending Over The Toilet Storage: 48 − 24.2 = 23.8 inches spare; centred, 11.9 inches on each side before trim, plugs or curtains.
• samstar 4 Tier Over The Toilet: 48 − 24.6 = 23.4 inches spare; centred, 11.7 inches on each side before trim, plugs or curtains.

Walkway example. The US Access Board gives 36 inches as the minimum clear width for an accessible route. That figure is a yardstick, not a rule for private homes. To keep 36 inches clear beside each product, the walkway between it and the opposite obstacle must be at least 36 inches plus its depth:

• Kalrin Over-The-Toilet Storage Rack: 36 + 9.84 = 45.84 inches of total path width.
• Simple Trending Over The Toilet Storage: 36 + 13 = 49 inches of total path width.
• samstar 4 Tier Over The Toilet: 36 + 9.8 = 45.8 inches of total path width.

Footprint. Depth × width, converted at 144 square inches per square foot:

• Kalrin Over-The-Toilet Storage Rack: 9.84 × 23.82 = 234.39 sq in, or 1.63 sq ft.
• Simple Trending Over The Toilet Storage: 13 × 24.2 = 314.6 sq in, or 2.18 sq ft.
• samstar 4 Tier Over The Toilet: 9.8 × 24.6 = 241.08 sq in, or 1.67 sq ft.

Mistakes to avoid

• Measuring only width. Compare depth as well: Simple Trending is 13 inches deep, while Kalrin is 9.84 inches and samstar is 9.8 inches.
• Ignoring vertical clearance. Kalrin is 68.11 inches tall, compared with 64.5 inches for Simple Trending and 64.8 inches for samstar.
• Assuming every rack has the same accessories. Kalrin lists a basket and paper holder, Simple Trending lists a paper holder, and samstar does not list either one.
• Assuming a weight limit. None of the three listings states shelf capacity, so do not plan storage around heavy bottles or containers without confirmation.

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Frequently asked questions

Which bath shelf over toilet has the smallest listed footprint?

Kalrin has the smallest listed footprint at 1.63 square feet, with dimensions of 9.84 inches deep by 23.82 inches wide. Samstar is next at 1.67 square feet, measuring 9.8 by 24.6 inches. Simple Trending has the largest listed footprint at 2.18 square feet.

Which over-toilet shelf is the shortest?

Simple Trending is the shortest listed rack at 64.5 inches tall. Samstar is 64.8 inches tall, and Kalrin is 68.11 inches tall. Measure from the floor to any obstruction above the toilet before choosing, because the listings do not state required clearance beyond the product heights.

Which rack includes a toilet paper holder?

The Kalrin listing includes a toilet paper holder, three removable hooks, and one storage basket. Simple Trending lists one paper holder and three removable hooks. The samstar description lists four removable hooks but does not list a toilet paper holder or storage basket.

Do these bathroom shelves have stated weight capacities?

No. The provided listings do not state shelf or total weight capacities for Kalrin, Simple Trending, or samstar. Their stability details differ, but those details should not be treated as a weight rating. Contact the seller if capacity is important for your intended items.

Products worth checking

We have not tested these products. Sizes and features come from the Amazon listings as we read them; where a listing does not say, we say so.

Sources checked

• US Access Board guide to clear width
• Amazon listing for Kalrin Over-The-Toilet Storage Rack, 4-Tier Bathroom Organizer Shelf Over Toilet with Adjustable Shelf and Basket, Freestanding Space Saver Bathroom Shelves Above Toilet for Room (Vintage Brown)
• Amazon listing for Simple Trending Over The Toilet Storage Rack, Metal 3 Tier Bathroom Organizer Shelf with Paper Holder and 3 Hooks, Freestanding Shelf Space Saver Above Toilet, White
• Amazon listing for samstar 4 Tier Over The Toilet Storage Rack, Bathroom Organizer Shelves Cabinet Above Toilet, with Adjustable Height Freestanding Shelf Space Saver, Black

Specifications come from the Amazon listings as we read them for this guide. Product details and availability can change, so confirm on the product page before you buy.

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