Our Top Nightstand Picks

• Best Overall: Adorneve Nightstand With Charging Station
• Best Budget: Mainstays Classic Open-Shelf Nightstand
• Best Affordable Set: Nathan James Harper Nightstands, Set of 2
• Best High-End Set: Pottery Barn Garby Nightstands, Set of 2
• Best for Storage: Middlebrook Modern Storage Nightstand
• Best for Small Spaces: Pottery Barn Mateo Nightstand
• Best Tall: Three Posts Kingery Nightstand
• Best Wide: MUSEHOMEINC Solid Wood Dresser
• Best Round: Urban Outfitters Tabitha Nightstand
• Best Fluted: West Elm Fluted Nightstand
• Best Floating: Nathan James Wall-Mounted Nightstand
• Best Charging: Pottery Barn Cayman Charging Nightstand
• Best for Kids: West Elm Kids Mitzi Kids' Nightstand

Your nightstand is one of the hardest-working pieces of furniture in your bedroom. It gives you a spot for drinking glasses and books, accentuates your headboard and brings symmetry and balance to your space as a whole.

So if you're going to buy a nightstand, we say choose wisely. Better yet? Start with our carefully curated list. Scroll on to see the 13 nightstands we're loving right now and get our tips for choosing the right dimensions.

What to Consider When Buying a Nightstand

SIZE: Generally speaking, your nightstand should be even with the top of your mattress and about the same scale as your bed. (For example, you'd want smaller nightstands for a twin and larger nightstands for a queen or a king.) These guidelines will ensure that your space feels balanced. Start by measuring the distance from your mattress to the floor, then from the mattress to the wall.

STORAGE: Storage is everything. Consider how many items you usually keep on your bedside table and whether you want those items to be on display or hidden from view. An etagere (read: open shelf) nightstand is great for showcasing a few essentials, while a nightstand with drawers is better for reducing visual clutter.

Best Nightstand Overall

With its classic silhouette, open shelf, three wide drawers and integrated power strip, the Adorneve Nightstand checks all the boxes. We also love that this beautiful bedside table is made from sturdy, yet budget-friendly P2 MDF but features metallic hardware for a hint of shimmer. But here's what really seals the deal: The nightstand comes in three hues, and you can buy it individually or in sets of two for less than $160.

Best Nightstand for Budget

If you're looking for quality nightstands under $100, then start with these Mainstays Classic Open-Shelf Nightstands from Walmart. Each piece is constructed from a sturdy wood veneer, with an extended top and two large cubbies. In turn, the nightstands look expensive but cost just $39 individually or $80 together. They also come in six neutral hues, so you can choose the right finish for your bedroom.

Best Affordable Nightstand Set

We dare you to find a more stylish and surprisingly affordable pair of nightstands than the Harper Midcentury set by Nathan James. With their ink-black frames, vintage brass knobs and tapered legs, these sleek units look like something you'd see in a magazine. Each nightstand is equipped with two easy-glide drawers, too, so you can display special items on top or tuck them out of sight if you desire. And if you prefer a more light and airy aesthetic? The nightstands are available in four other finishes.

Best High-End Nightstand Set

If you want to elevate your bedroom even more, then we suggest you snag the Garby 20-Inch Metal Nightstands from Pottery Barn. Each piece features a modern, geometric design and a matte black finish, along with three open shelves for displaying special objects. And at just $399 for a set of two, these high-end nightstands are still an incredible value.

Best Nightstand for Storage

Sometimes a single drawer or shelf just isn't enough. If you could use extra bedroom storage, then set your sights on the versatile Middlebrook Modern Storage Nightstand. This winsome piece is expertly crafted from high-quality MDF and features an expansive top, an open shelf, a vertical cubby and two deep drawers for your essentials. (So the storage options are truly endless.) The nightstand is also available in three hues, ranging from light birch to dark walnut.

Best Nightstand for Small Spaces

With its compact frame and tapered legs, the Mateo 16-Inch Nightstand is the perfect solution for smaller spaces. The piece is crafted from solid wood, and it's designed to nestle right against your bed without making the space feel cluttered. At the same time, the flat surface, deep drawer and bottom shelf ensure that you'll still have plenty of room for nightly essentials.

Best Tall Nightstand

If you have a taller bed frame and want to keep your personal items in arm's reach, then snag the Kingery Nightstand from Wayfair. This stately side table is 30 inches tall and features three French dovetailed drawers (outfitted with antique bronze knobs, no less). What's more, the Kingery Nightstand has built-in USB ports and outlets in the top drawer, and it's available in four classic colors.

Best Wide Nightstand

Excuse us while we swoon over this handsome solid wood nightstand from Overstock. Thanks to its extra-wide design, this bedside table will make the perfect companion for your queen or king. Plus, its expansive surface and three generous drawers offer ample storage for lamps, fresh flowers, books, etc. The wide nightstand also comes in three hues: white, khaki and espresso.

Best Round Nightstand

Introduce some curves into your bedroom with the Tabitha Nightstand from Urban Outfitters. Thanks to its cylindrical shape, this trendy table can fit into practically any corner, and it offers a tray top, an integrated shelf and a lower compartment for your evening essentials. But here is what really sets this round nightstand apart from the rest: You can face the table outward to display your decor, or turn it around for one sleek look.

Best Fluted Nightstand

If you're looking for a sculptural bedside table, then you'll love the Fluted Nightstand from West Elm. This stylish piece is crafted from earthenware, with soft lines and a semi-matte glaze finish that echo a work of art. Plus, at 18 inches tall, it's the perfect height for a drink or a stack of books. The nightstand is also available in two subdued hues and two diameters, just in case you need more surface area.

Best Floating Nightstand

Floating nightstands can help free up your floors and make your space look more modern. And you won't find a sturdier or more stylish set than these Wall-Mounted Floating Nightstands by Nathan James. Each shelf is crafted from walnut wood veneer and features a cubic silhouette for one handsome, midcentury finish. (Not to mention a large top, a deep drawer and a cubby for plenty of storage options.) For just $79.99 each, these floating nightstands are a steal in our book.

Best Charging Nightstand

It doesn't get much sleeker than this. On the outside, the Cayman 16-Inch Charging Nightstand features a clean mango wood frame with minimalist detailing. And inside the open shelf? You'll find an integrated power strip that keeps the top clutter-free. The hidden power strip includes two USB ports and two outlets as well, so you can charge multiple devices without cramping your space's style.

Best Nightstand for Kids

Say hello to the most adorable nightstand on the market. We love West Elm's Mitzi Kids' Nightstand because it's small and streamlined, so it can easily work in a nursery or a big kid's bedroom. The three-legged table is also made from mild steel, so it's easy to wipe down (always a plus for parents). Meanwhile, the round top offers just enough space for a glass of water or a sound machine. Best of all? This nightstand comes in four fun colors, like Pretty Pink and Dragon Fire.