3 Amazon Finds That Keep Paper Towels Off Your Counter For Under $10

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Most people prefer a clear countertop, whether it's about keeping it visually clutter-free or increasing space for a burgeoning chef. Some say stash common countertop items (like coffee makers, toasters, and blenders) in a designated appliance garage, but you usually need free cabinet space to do this. Others trade in the knife block for magnetic wall holders, but your backsplash might already be chock full of hanging utensils and cookware. If there's one thing that you can typically move off the countertop, it's the paper towel holder.

Those pillar-style paper towel stands may be popular because they don't involve time-consuming installation, but they do take up countertop space. Fortunately, there are scores of holders that are pretty much ready-to-use. Some are even repositionable due to the nature of how they mount, and they often occupy unused spaces within the kitchen. These Amazon finds are all priced under $10, making them low-risk options to try.

There's a good chance you have empty space on the front or side of the fridge, microwave, or another appliance that's ideal for a magnetic holder. The GBESTWOOW Stainless-Steel Magnetic Paper Towel Holder is designed so users can adjust the spacing between its two pieces. This allows it to accommodate various roll sizes, vertically or horizontally. When it isn't used for this purpose, it can be used as a pair of magnetic hooks to hang oven mitts or other lightweight odds and ends. 

This holder has a 4.5 rating from nearly 4,100 buyers, many of whom appreciate its versatility. Due to it's damage-free and easily-movable design, users note that it works in dorms, on the grill, and on their workbench. It could also be combined with other magnetic organizers that work on the fridge to create a storage station. A few negative reviews do claim that the magnet is weak and that it can't hold oversized rolls. 

The Yaocom's Cabinet Door Paper Towel Holder is designed to store a roll on either the inside or the outside of the door. It's made of stainless steel, but comes in six finishes, from black to bronze, to match various aesthetics. Before you purchase this over-the-door accessory, measure the thickness and the width of the cabinet door to make sure it'll fit and not be obstructive in any way. This product received a 4.4 rating from over 250 buyers, with many being thrilled about freeing up counter space. However, there are a few 1-star reviews mentioning that the holder was wobbly. If utilizing door space works for you, think about other over-the-cabinet-door organizers that can free up your sink and countertop space.

As its name suggests, you can mount Smipam's Under-Cabinet/Wall-Mount Holder either on the wall or the underside of an upper cabinet. It includes a strong adhesive strip to simply stick it onto your chosen surface (there are also screws for those who prefer that method). Available in black or silver, it's also offered in a white finish at a slightly higher price of $17. This holder received a 4.6 rating from over 570 reviews, and many appreciate the ease of installation and sturdy construction. Just keep in mind that adhesive or mounted holders aren't repositionable unless you uninstall and reinstall them.