We set out to find the best entryway tables for all types of decor styles and spaces, ultimately choosing our picks based on design, material, and size. Our top pick is the Henn & Hart Console Table for its stylish yet versatile design, strong materials, and geometric shelf, which gives way for more storage opportunities. Read on to learn more about our top picks and how to find the best entryway table for your home. Who it isn’t for: People looking for a console table with drawers and closed storage. The Henn & Hart Console Table is a great option for people who want a neutral console table that still offers an element of design. This console table comes in three colors, including black, gold, and satin nickel, and features a cool geometric bottom shelf that elevates the style of the piece. This console table can work with a variety of home decor types, including modern, minimalist, glam, boho, and more. In addition to its good looks, this console table is made of sturdy materials that will last a long time. This includes a painted steel frame and tempered glass top, which is a type of treated glass that is four times stronger than regular glass. The strong frame and surface enable you to display framed prints, decorative objects big and small, a lamp, and your favorite books with ease. Plus, it’s available in two sizes to fit most entryway spaces. Product Details:
Material: Tempered glass and steelMeasurements: 42 x 14 x 30 inches or 55 x 14 x 30 inchesWeight: 32.19 pounds
Who it isn’t for: People looking for more storage. Entryway tables can get expensive, especially when you aren’t looking for something small. The Vasagle Console Table is both affordable and spacious, giving people nearly 40 inches of space to decorate their table with. The product is made of steel and tempered glass and can hold up to 66 pounds of personal items. The simple design is also helpful, as it can blend in with multiple different home styles. At the bottom of the console table you’ll find enough clearance space to place larger items that can be stored on the floor, including storage bins and shoes of varying height. The bottom of the legs come equipped with levers that are adjustable, making it easier to stand on uneven floors. This table comes in two colors, including black and gold, and comes in a larger size for an extra $10. Product Details:
Material: Steel and tempered glassMeasurements: 39.4 x 13.8 x 31.5 inchesWeight: 18.1 pounds
Who it isn’t for: People who want a longer entryway table or one with closed storage. If you have a small entryway, the best kind of entryway table to get is one that offers more vertical space than horizontal space. This way, you still have enough space to store your keys, sunglasses, and mail as well as any tchotchkes you want to display, without taking over the entry space. This narrow console table from West Elm is an excellent option—it measures only about 22 inches wide, which is much shorter than the length of your average entryway table, which typically starts at about 30 inches. The entryway table is made of iron and features three surfaces that allow for storage space. The second shelf is great for storing mail and small decorative boxes while the tall bottom shelf can hold a plant, vase, and books. At the bottom of the legs you’ll find levers that are adjustable, making this product a great option for people who live with uneven floors. You can choose between four colors, including white, petrol (teal blue), green gold (mustard), and dark bronze (black). Product Details:
Material: IronMeasurements: 22 x 8 x 34 inchesWeight: 14.8 pounds
Who it isn’t for: People who don’t want to spend a lot on an entryway table. Narrow tables are the best option for people who have a long, slender hallway for an entryway. The Room & Board Slim Console Table measures between 7-12 inches in depth depending on the size, which is smaller than your average console table (they typically start at 15 inches). It also comes in four different lengths, affording plenty of decorating opportunities as well as space for necessities. The product is made of recycled steel and is hand-welded to make sure the weld marks remain subtle. What stands the most about this Room & Board table are the color options and configurations available. The Slim comes in a whopping 17 color options, including neutrals, earth tones, and bold colors. Some of these include black, white, sage, cognac, scarlet, tangerine, and ocean. This table comes in four sizes, two of which include two additional shelves. Keep in mind that if you do choose the models with shelving, it’ll come with an additional cost of $150 to $200. Product Details:
Material: Powder-coated steelMeasurements: 36 x 7 x 29 inches, 40 x 8 x 29 inches, 48 x 12 x 29 inches, or 60 x 12 x 29 inchesWeight: 54 pounds
Who it isn’t for: People who have a more modern home decor style. The Adagio Console Table is part of singer Kelly Clarkson’s exclusive line with Wayfair, which is made up of French countryside-inspired furniture. The Adagio Console table certainly achieves that aesthetic with its rustic yet refined look. The table features a distressed, white-washed wood finish, beautifully cut cabriole legs, and a pedestal table base that will create an elegant tone for your entryway. This console table is made entirely of wood and features a roomy, half moon-shaped surface that is big enough to store your keys as well as decorative items such as a vase of flowers or a couple framed prints. Should you have any problems with this table, you can rest easy knowing it comes with a free, one-year limited warranty. Product Details:
Material: WoodMeasurements: 48 x 18 x 30 inchesWeight: 37.47 pounds
Who it isn’t for: Someone who wants a smaller console table. This sharp mid-century modern console table will take your entryway to the next level. Made by Studio McGee for Target’s Threshold brand, the Herriman Wooden Console Table is super stylish with its bold, geometric-style drawers and pristine wood finishes, which come in two wood finishes. This console table has three drawers that are great for storing items that you don’t want sitting atop your console table. This could include everything from mail to tools and cables to chargers. There’s even enough room below the console table to store baskets where you can keep extra throw blankets or pillows. Keep in mind that this console table is on the heavier side (62 pounds), which will make it harder to move around if need be. With a width of 55 inches, it’s also designed for larger entryways. Product Details:
Material: WoodMeasurements: 55 x 15.5 x 30 inchesWeight: 62 pounds
Who it isn’t for: People who want a smaller, less visually heavy entryway table. This eye-catching sideboard from Wayfair will quickly become the center of attention in your house. Its retro exterior, sleek marble countertop, and sparkling gold hardware make it a statement piece that one can’t help but marvel at. The three cabinet doors open up to reveal a plethora of storage space inside—each cabinet is equipped with a shelf, giving you six total compartments to hold your items in. Plus, each shelf can hold up to 40 pounds, offering you the ability to store bulkier items like electronics or books. The weight capacity for this console table overall is pretty hefty, clocking in at about 80 pounds. As such, you can use this as a media console too. It’s available in five colors: white/green, black, charcoal, white, and taupe. Just keep in mind that the finish and hardware vary by color. Product Details:
Material: Wood and metalMeasurements: 47.25 x 15.75 x 35.5 inchesWeight: 77 pounds
Who it isn’t for: People who don’t want to spend a lot on an entryway table. If you are primarily, or only, interested in aesthetics for your console table, check out this striking bone inlay option from Anthropologie. The inlay in this piece is entirely handmade and has been finished with a lacquer to protect the pattern. The brass caps at the bottom of the legs increase the luxury vibes this piece brings, while the unconventional arched design gives it an artistic quality. You can fit plenty on top of this table, including catch-all bowls, vases, decorative objects, and picture frames. There are two colors available, including a blue and white and gray and white. Considering the materials and handmade nature of this piece, know that there will be variations between each product. Product Details:
Material: Bone inlay and woodMeasurements: 48 x 16 x 32 inchesWeight: Not listed
Who it isn’t for: People who are looking for a more minimalist console table. Those with a penchant for all things mid-century modern should add this entryway table to their collection. The Wade Logan Thalassa Console Table features classic modern design elements, including an angular build, a sleek wood finish, and dowel legs. This is also a great option for people looking to get some extra storage out of their furniture. Not only are you afforded two drawers, but also a plank shelf that allows enough vertical space to fit a plant, baskets, coffee table books, and more. Plus, with a weight capacity of 100 pounds, you can also fit heavier items such as a statement lamp, a large catch-all bowl, or a big vase on top of the table. Product Details:
Material: WoodMeasurements: 42 x 14 x 32.38 inchesWeight: 54.9 pounds
Who it isn’t for: People who want a console table with more storage. The Rustic Farmhouse Console Table from Pottery Barn is a perfect example of farmhouse decor, featuring a spacious tabletop, eye-catching angled legs, and an organic wood finish that adds warmth to any space. This console table is made up of multiple types of wood, both real and fake, to give it its good looks, as well as a study structure that will last over time. In fact, the kiln-dried wood and the wood veneers used to make this piece make the console table more crack-resistant. Bring this entryway table to its full potential by styling it smartly. Displaying a couple picture frames, a tray, candles, a stack of books, or vases will really help bring this table to life, and subsequently, add a tremendous amount of visual value to your entryway. Product Details:
Material: Wood and faux woodMeasurements: 53 x 15 x 30 inchesWeight: Not listed
How to Shop for Entryway Tables
Size
The size of your entryway table should be dependent on how much space you have to spare in your entryway. If your entryway doesn’t offer a lot of wiggle room, go with a small, narrow, or round entryway table. Narrow entryway tables are best for people with long hallways due to their great length and shorter depth. Small or round, otherwise known as half-moon-shaped entryway tables, are great for people who have a small but wide entryway. These will afford greater depth space to store necessities but will still be small enough that you won’t bump into it while you’re rushing out the door. If you don’t have any serious space restrictions to deal with, you’ll have more console table options to choose from. However, it’s important that you maintain proportions in your space. Getting a console table that is too big will make it look like it’s taking over your entryway, while getting something too small with a lot of excess wall space will look awkward. Make sure that you measure that the console table fits and that there are a few inches on each side so it doesn’t look like it’s squeezed into the space.
Material
Console tables come in a wide variety of materials, including metal, wood, glass, acrylic, and more. The best material for you largely depends on your personal style. Wood is great for people who like mid-century modern, farmhouse, and boho home decor styles, while people who are into the more modern or minimalist look will likely gravitate toward something that is metal, acrylic, or glass. If you do go with glass, you will need to be extra careful both moving it and moving around it. If you have kids or pets that tend to run around the area where you want to put your entryway table, you might want to choose a different material. Although tempered glass is strong, it’s super heavy and is still prone to breaking when faced with strong impact.
Storage
Entryway tables are one of those pieces of furniture that can also double as a storage space. If you live in a place with few or no dedicated storage spaces, take advantage of the storage opportunities that console tables offer. People with a lot of decorative items that need displaying will benefit from console tables with multiple rows of exposed shelves. Those who need a place to put more unsightly items such as chargers, miscellaneous tools, and documents, will benefit from a console table with drawers or cabinets. You can also create space under your entryway table for storage with baskets—just make sure the table is tall enough and has a wide depth so your items don’t look like they’re sticking out beyond the edge of the table top. When done right you can store baskets filled with toys or throw blankets, or even your shoes.
Questions You Might Ask
How should you decorate an entryway table?
There are a multitude of ways to decorate an entryway table. Get dishes or trays so you can separate everyday necessities such as your keys and glasses from decorative items. Doing this will make your space more organized and look curated. If you get a large tray, you can get a small dish for your keys then use the rest of the space to stack small books, add a candle, or even a small vase for flowers. Outside of the organized area for your everyday necessities, you can display picture frames, tchotchkes, and decorative items such as small sculptures, pretty boxes, and vases. If you have enough space, you can also put a small to medium-sized lamp at one end and/or lean a couple of small or medium-sized prints against the supporting wall. The options to style a console table are truly endless.
How high should an entryway table be?
Entryway tables are typically between 29-33 inches in height, allowing most people to easily reach over the top. Depending on how high your ceilings are, you should have plenty of room to hang a mirror or piece of art above your entryway to give it more visual interest.
What size lamp is best for an entryway table?
Getting the right size lamp is important for the sake of proportions. When you look at an entryway table, you want everything you put on it to be balanced, so having too big a lamp on end will look awkward,whereas a small lamp among a bunch of large decor items will look like it has gotten lost in the shuffle. Tables with greater depth are great for lamps with a large base while thinner console tables are great for lamps with a stick-like base. Also, be sure the lamp shade isn’t wider than the table.
Take Our Word for It
This article was written by Rachel Center, a product reviews home writer for Real Simple. She spent hours researching all the components that make the best entryway tables, choosing the products on this list based on style, size, and material.
