Contemporary Black Nightstand: 3 Options Compared

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By listed floor footprint, Black Nightstand with Drawers is the smallest of the three contemporary black nightstand options at 1.26 sq ft, and Akxomel Fluted Nightstand Set 2 Bedside is the largest at 1.64 sq ft. The listed dimensions are Black Nightstand with Drawers at 11.81″ D × 15.35″ W × 23.9″ H, Black Fluted Nightstand Set of 2 at 11.81″ D × 16.93″ W × 22.64″ H, and Akxomel Fluted Nightstand Set 2 Bedside at 15″ D × 15.7″ W × 22.6″ H. Specifications come from Amazon listing data checked October 3, 2026. Confirm the selected variant on Amazon before ordering, because titles and specification fields can change.

Three options at a glance

Pick	Listed dimensions	Floor footprint	Footprint rank	Buy
Black Nightstand with Drawers	11.81″ D × 15.35″ W × 23.9″ H	181.28 sq in (1.26 sq ft)	Smallest
Black Fluted Nightstand Set of 2	11.81″ D × 16.93″ W × 22.64″ H	199.94 sq in (1.39 sq ft)	Middle	View on Amazon
Akxomel Fluted Nightstand Set 2 Bedside	15″ D × 15.7″ W × 22.6″ H	235.5 sq in (1.64 sq ft)	Largest	View on Amazon

1. Black Nightstand with Drawers,Small Night Stand,Black Bedside Table — Smallest listed footprint

Listed details: dimensions 11.81″ D × 15.35″ W × 23.9″ H; item weight 8 pounds; listed maximum weight 100 pounds; material Engineered Wood; color Black.

This is a single small black nightstand with 1 drawer, listed at 11.81 inches deep, 15.35 inches wide and 23.9 inches tall, a 1.26 sq ft footprint, the smallest of the three. A bullet gives the height as 23.62 inches, so the listing is slightly inconsistent. It is engineered wood, weighs 8 pounds and lists a 100-pound recommendation. The listing says assembly takes 30 to 40 minutes with numbered parts and illustrated instructions. The style field says Country Rustic and the description mentions farmhouse, so the contemporary label is the listing’s marketing.

Pros

• Smallest footprint at 1.26 sq ft, only 11.81 inches deep
• Only listing that states a weight recommendation, 100 pounds
• Lightest at 8 pounds, with numbered parts and illustrated instructions

Cons

• Only 1 drawer, so storage is the lowest of the three
• Height is 23.9 inches in the dimensions and 23.62 inches in a bullet, so verify it against your mattress
• Style field says Country Rustic, which does not match a strictly contemporary look

Who it is for / who should skip it: Pick it for a single stand in a tight space where the stated 100-pound rating helps. Skip it if you want a matched pair or more than one drawer.

2. Black Fluted Nightstand Set of 2, Modern Night Stands with 2 Drawers — Middle listed footprint

Listed details: dimensions 11.81″ D × 16.93″ W × 22.64″ H; item weight 41.1 pounds; material Engineered Wood; color 2 Drawers-2pcs-black.

This black fluted nightstand is sold as a set of 2, each with two full-extension drawers on smooth metal slides. The listing gives 11.81 inches deep, 16.93 inches wide and 22.64 inches tall, a 1.39 sq ft footprint, though it does not say these are per-unit figures. It stands on 5.12-inch metal legs with non-slip pads, which the listing says leaves room for a robot vacuum. The engineered wood is described as CARB-certified P2. Item weight is 41.1 pounds, and the data does not give a load limit.

Pros

• Set of 2, each with two full-extension drawers on metal slides
• 5.12-inch metal legs with non-slip pads, described as robot vacuum ready
• Style field says Modern, in line with the keyword

Cons

• No load limit in the listing data
• No charging ports or outlets listed
• The listing does not say whether the dimensions are per unit, so verify the size before buying a pair

Who it is for / who should skip it: Pick it for a matched pair with two drawers each and vacuum clearance. Skip it if you want charging built in or need only one nightstand.

3. Akxomel Fluted Nightstand Set 2 Bedside Table with Charging Station Black — Largest listed footprint

Listed details: dimensions 15″ D × 15.7″ W × 22.6″ H; item weight 41.8 pounds; material Engineered Wood; color Black.

The Akxomel is a black fluted, wave-patterned nightstand set, listed at 15 inches deep, 15.7 inches wide and 22.6 inches tall, a 1.64 sq ft footprint, the largest here. The listing names 2 power outlets and 2 USB ports, a box-frame base, an anti-tip design and curved contours. All necessary hardware is said to be included. Item weight is 41.8 pounds. The spec field lists 1 drawer, while the title says set of 2, so check what the set contains. The data does not give a load limit.

Pros

• 2 power outlets and 2 USB ports built in
• Anti-tip design and a box-frame base are named in the listing
• Listing says all necessary hardware is included

Cons

• Largest footprint at 1.64 sq ft, 0.38 sq ft more than the single nightstand (1.64 − 1.26)
• Spec field lists 1 drawer, so confirm the drawer count per unit
• No load limit stated, and the 41.8-pound weight is the heaviest here

Who it is for / who should skip it: Pick it if you want charging and an anti-tip design and have 15 inches of depth. Skip it for a tight gap or if you need a stated load rating.

What to check before buying contemporary black nightstand

Start with count and size. One of these is a single nightstand and two are sets of 2, so decide whether you need one or a pair. Listed footprints are 11.81 by 15.35 inches (1.26 sq ft) for the single, 11.81 by 16.93 inches (1.39 sq ft) for the fluted set, and 15 by 15.7 inches (1.64 sq ft) for the Akxomel. The Akxomel is 0.38 sq ft larger than the single (1.64 − 1.26). The set listings do not say whether the dimensions are per unit, so verify.

Second, height against your mattress. Listed heights are 23.9 inches (the single, though a bullet says 23.62), 22.64 inches and 22.6 inches. The data gives no mattress heights, so measure yours. The fluted set also stands on 5.12-inch metal legs, which the listing says leaves room for a robot vacuum.

Third, drawers. The single has 1 drawer. The fluted set lists two full-extension drawers per unit on metal slides. The Akxomel’s spec field lists 1 drawer, so confirm before ordering.

Fourth, charging. Only the Akxomel lists 2 power outlets and 2 USB ports. The other two list none in the data.

Fifth, load and stability. Only the single states a rating, 100 pounds. The Akxomel lists an anti-tip design and a box-frame base. The others do not mention anti-tip, which matters if children or pets are in the room.

Sixth, assembly and style. The single claims 30 to 40 minutes with numbered parts. The Akxomel lists all hardware included. The fluted set data has no assembly note. The single’s style field reads Country Rustic, while the other two read Modern.

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 36 inches of clear wall.

• Black Nightstand with Drawers: 36 − 15.35 = 20.65 inches spare; centred, 10.32 inches on each side before trim, plugs or curtains.
• Black Fluted Nightstand Set of 2: 36 − 16.93 = 19.07 inches spare; centred, 9.54 inches on each side before trim, plugs or curtains.
• Akxomel Fluted Nightstand Set 2 Bedside: 36 − 15.7 = 20.3 inches spare; centred, 10.15 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:

• Black Nightstand with Drawers: 36 + 11.81 = 47.81 inches of total path width.
• Black Fluted Nightstand Set of 2: 36 + 11.81 = 47.81 inches of total path width.
• Akxomel Fluted Nightstand Set 2 Bedside: 36 + 15 = 51 inches of total path width.

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

• Black Nightstand with Drawers: 11.81 × 15.35 = 181.28 sq in, or 1.26 sq ft.
• Black Fluted Nightstand Set of 2: 11.81 × 16.93 = 199.94 sq in, or 1.39 sq ft.
• Akxomel Fluted Nightstand Set 2 Bedside: 15 × 15.7 = 235.5 sq in, or 1.64 sq ft.

Mistakes to avoid

• Reading the word contemporary as a style guarantee. The single stand’s style field says Country Rustic. The two fluted sets list Modern.
• Buying a set when you need one. Two of these are sets of 2, and the listings do not say whether the dimensions are per unit. Confirm the count and size.
• Ignoring conflicting numbers. The single lists 23.9 inches tall in dimensions and 23.62 inches in a bullet. The Akxomel’s title says set of 2 while its spec says 1 drawer. Verify both.
• Assuming charging is built in. Only the Akxomel lists outlets and USB ports. The other two have none in the data.

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Frequently asked questions

How big is a contemporary black nightstand?

The three here range from 11.81 by 15.35 inches (1.26 sq ft) to 15 by 15.7 inches (1.64 sq ft). Heights run from 22.6 to 23.9 inches. Measure your bedside gap and the mattress top before choosing, since none of the listings gives a mattress height.

Which one has a stated weight limit?

Only the single black nightstand, which lists a 100-pound recommendation. The fluted set and the Akxomel set do not state one in the data we have. If you plan to put a heavy lamp or a monitor on top, check the product page first.

Do any of them have charging ports?

The Akxomel lists 2 power outlets and 2 USB ports. The single black nightstand and the fluted set list no charging features. The Akxomel also lists an anti-tip design, but it is the largest of the three at 1.64 sq ft.

Is the fluted set one nightstand or two?

The title says set of 2, so you should get two units. The listing does not say whether the 11.81 by 16.93 inch footprint is per unit, so verify that on the product page. Each unit lists two full-extension drawers on metal slides and 5.12-inch metal legs.

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 Black Nightstand with Drawers,Small Night Stand,Black Bedside Table
• Amazon listing for Black Fluted Nightstand Set of 2, Modern Night Stands with 2 Drawers
• Amazon listing for Akxomel Fluted Nightstand Set 2 Bedside Table with Charging Station 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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