10 Best IKEA nightstands

10 Best IKEA Nightstands
10 Best IKEA Nightstands

Nightstands are essential for completing your bedroom design and, besides appearance, they are convenient for everyday use. IKEA offers plenty of nightstands for you to choose from, while they recommend that each one goes best with the furniture from its series.

However, what’s best about IKEA nightstands is that they can be combined with other furniture as well. Their designs are simple yet stylish and can be matched with different settings and a series of furniture. In fact, you can get creative and design your room mixing furniture from different IKEA series. Either way, you will be getting high quality for affordable prices, which is the deal everyone is looking for. Therefore, here are 10 best IKEA nightstands!


Brimnes Nightstand

This nightstand provides a shelf for books as well as a drawer for smaller items. Cords can easily drown through the back of the drawer, creating your own charging station next to your bed. The dimensions of the Brimnes nightstand are 15 3/8 x 16 1/8″ which makes it a good-sized nightstand for small and limited spaces. The Brimnes nightstand is available at IKEA for the price of only 39.99$.

Its materials include ABS plastic, particleboard, fiberboard, foil, tempered glass, and acrylic paint. The customers have given this nightstand a 4.3 rating on the site, describing it as a functional yet durable piece of furniture. Its modern appearance complements any style, as the nightstand is available in black or white color. According to the customers, the product is easy to assemble but it won’t withstand moving. If you are planning to move, taking the product apart and then putting it back together is recommended. Besides that, there are no other complaints about the Brimnes nightstand as it is a great product for such an affordable price. It goes best with the rest of the Brimnes series but it can suit any other style as well.

Trysil Nightstand

The Trysil nightstand comes in dark brown color with dimensions of 17 3/4 x 15 3/4. Its sleek and stylish design coordinates with the rest of the Trysil series, even though it can stand on its own or be matched with other furniture. The epoxy/ polyester powder coating finish makes this nightstand easy to clean and maintain with a clean cloth. It is designed to hold books or smaller items in the drawer but it doesn’t have holes for cords and chargers.

Customers who have purchased this product rated it 4.2 on IKEA’s site, claiming it is a durable piece of furniture that is great for its price. The materials this product is made of include foil, ABS plastic, fiberboard, particleboard, steel, and powder coating. The Trysil nightstand is only available in one color, which might be its only downside. It goes for the price of 39.99$ and is one of the highest quality yet affordable nightstands on the market. Its dimensions suite a bit higher beds, as you might have to deal with sharp corners if you use it as a nightstand next to a short bed frame. Getting corner bumps for safety is recommended.

Brusali Nightstand

The Brusali nightstand is a classical piece of furniture with character and high functionality. The softly curved profile on the edges gives the nightstand a nice look while keeping you safe from sharp corners. The door of this nightstand can be hung on either left or right side, letting you choose the side you prefer. Thanks to the printed acrylic paint finish, this nightstand is easy to maintain by cleaning it with a damp cloth.

There is enough space for an outlet strip for chargers, allowing you to create your convenient charging station by the bed. The dimensions of this nightstand equal to 17 3/8 x 14 1/8 and it is available in brown color only. The materials this nightstand contains include foil, particleboard, MDF, fiberboard, and printed acrylic paint. The customers gave this product a 4.5 rating, stating it is easy to assemble and looks great. Overall, the Brusali nightstand offers a lot of value for its price, which equals to 49.99$. The quality and functionality combined with style and character make this nightstand suitable for any bedroom. Unfortunately, as far as colors go, you can only get it in one color which limits the possibilities of combining it with other furniture. However, it coordinates well with the rest of the Brusali series.

Hemnes Nightstand

The Hemnes nightstand is taller than the previously introduced nightstands, which makes it convenient for beds and armchairs as well. Its dimensions are 18 1/8 x 13 3/4 and it is available in multiple colors which include black-brown, dark gray, white stained, yellow, and white. The Hemnes nightstand is made of solid wood and is quite durable.

The spacious drawer allows you to store plenty of small items. It runs smoothly and has a pull-out stop. The nightstand coordinates well with the Hemnes series while it can also be mixed with other furniture, as you have plenty of colors available. The materials this product consists of include solid pine, stain, clear acrylic lacquer, fiberboard, and foil. Customers gave the Hemnes nightstand a 4.4 rating as it is a high-quality piece of furniture but is difficult to assemble.  With the price of 69.99$, the Hemnes nightstand is slightly more expensive but offers more value and versatility. The drawer is significantly higher quality and the whole product is more sturdy since it is made of solid wood. Its height, however, might be an issue for smaller bed frames, which is why it is recommended to be used only with the tall ones.

Selje Nightstand

The Selje nightstand is one of IKEA’s most advanced nightstands, as it has a wireless charging unit on top. Its dimensions equal to 18 1/8 x 14 5/8 and it is available only in white color. For the price of 59.99$, you will be able to charge your phone simply by placing it on the wireless charger on top of the drawer. If your phone doesn’t support wireless charging, you can use the charger with the Vitahult cover which is sold separately. The charger also has a USB port so that two devices can be charged at once.

The nightstand has a triangular cut out in the corner, which is the drawer’s handle as well as an aesthetic detail. This stylish piece of furniture offers you plenty of room to store your items and it is easy to assemble without any screws. It is easy to clean but you must remember to unplug the charger every time you do it and never submerge it in water. The maximum power induction when charging is 5W.  The materials this product consists of include pigmented epoxy/ polyester powder coating, steel, polycarbonate plastic, ABS plastic, and synthetic rubber.

Nordli Nightstand

The Nordli nightstand allows you to create your charging station by running wires through the back of the shelf. The cable outlet can be hidden in the groove along the table leg which means there are no visible or tangled cords around the nightstand. The drawer offers you plenty of space to store your items as well as a removable insert to help you organize everything.

This modern Scandinavian nightstand provides plenty of special features for the price of 79.99$ and it is available in white color only. Its dimensions equal to 11 3/4 x 19 5/8. The power strip is sold separately so keep in mind the additional purchase you would have to make. The Nordli nightstand must be screwed to the wall to be fully functional. Its materials include polypropylene, foil, particleboard, fiberboard, solid beech, and acrylic paint. The customers gave this nightstand an outstanding five-star rating, as it is a stylish and highly functional piece of furniture. Even though it is a bit more expensive than most IKEA nightstands, it offers great value for the price. It comes in white color which makes it suitable for any setting and easy to combine with different styles. All together, the Nordli nightstand is one of IKEA’s higher-end products of this kind.

Hemnes 2 – drawer chest

The Hemnes 2 – drawer chest can be used both as a chest and as a nightstand, which makes it a two in one product. It is available in many colors which is a great plus since you can easily match it with other furniture. The colors available are gray, red-brown, white, black-brown, white stain, and medium brown. This nightstand offers a traditional look combined with modern function, all at the price of 99.99$. Its dimensions equal to 21 1/4  x 26″ which makes it quite bulky.

Its quiet and smooth drawers have a pull – out stop and provide plenty of storage space. Even though the Hemnes chest is made of durable and solid pine, it must be attached to the wall to function properly. A removable drawer insert is included to help you organize small items within the drawer. This product has received a 4.0 rating as some customers weren’t satisfied with its overall quality. Some of them disliked the fact that the inside of the chest is not painted which makes it look unfinished. Others have stated that the nightstand is fairly easy to assemble and will last a long time.

Malm 2 – drawer chest

The Malm 2 – drawer chest, also usable as a nightstand, is available in two dimensions of 15 3/4 x 21 5/8″ or  15 7/8 x 21 5/8. It comes in plenty of colors as well, including black-brown, brown stained ash veneer, light green, light turquoise, white and white stained oak veneer. The wide choice of colors and dimensions make this nightstand versatile and easy to combine with other furniture.

This nightstand can fit anywhere but it must be attached to a wall. The real wood veneer the nightstand is made of ages gracefully and adds to the quality of the product. The customers gave this product a 4.5 rating and stated it is strong and durable. The materials it consists of include ash veneer, stain acrylic lacquer, particleboard, and fiberboard. The nightstand is easy to clean and maintain and it coordinates well with the Malm series. Since you have plenty of colors available to choose from, you can easily match this piece of furniture with other series as well. The Malm 2 – drawer nightstand goes for the price of 49.99$. Its drawers are well made and run smoothly, with a pull-out stop included as well. The assembly process is not difficult as the instructions included in the package are very clear.

Tarva Nightstand

The Tarva nightstand is one of the most simply designed IKEA’s nightstands. It is made of untreated solid pine, which makes it durable and sturdy, and the untreated wood allows you to add finishing touches yourself. This Scandinavian style piece of furniture will fit any design you want. This nightstand has the dimensions of 18 7/8 x 24 3/8 and it goes for the price of only 39.99$.

The materials this product consists of include solid pine, fiberboard, and acrylic paint. The Tarva nightstand is already durable as it is but waxing, oiling, or painting the untreated wood will make it even more durable. Customers have given this nightstand a nice 4.2 rating, as it is a functional and convenient nightstand for such a low price. However, there have been complaints about the nightstand looking like a “high school woodshop project” and about the pre-drilled holes not being correctly placed. Some customers had issues with screws causing the wood to split and break, which is why you should be careful when putting this nightstand together. Don’t tighten the screws too much and make sure to handle the product with care. Overall, the Tarva nightstand offers decent quality, having in mind how cheap it is.

Nesna Nightstand

Last but not least, the Nesna nightstand is one of IKEA’s most affordable nightstands in offer. Its dimensions are 14 1/8 x 13 3/4″ and it goes for the price of only 14.99$. It is made of bamboo and has a glass surface on top, which is durable and thick. The stains can easily be removed from the material using an eraser, soap, dishwashing detergent, or sandpaper.

The only two materials included in this product are bamboo and tampered glass. Its design adds a feeling of warmth, making it perfect for small and cozy homes. The customers have given this product a 4.3 rating, with a complaint about it being too small. Other than that, the Nesna nightstand is a great product for its price and will fit nicely in a warm and cozy setting.

All together, with IKEA’s wide range of nightstands, you won’t have to look too far. One of these products will definitely suit your needs, as each of them offers different features and styles. Most of the nightstands can also be combined outside of their furniture series. However, make sure to always test the product in one of the IKEA stores prior to making a purchase.