Best Kitchen Islands

Updated April 2020
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Best of the Best
Coaster Home Furnishings Large Scale Kitchen Island
Coaster Home Furnishings
Large Scale Kitchen Island
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Bottom Line

An all-around sturdy and great-looking choice that also doubles as a table.

Pros

Comes pre-assembled, although you’ll need two people to lift the top on. A sturdy choice that offers a lot of storage. We love the cherry top, which doubles as a table.

Cons

Use pads or cutting boards on this option, as the top scratches easily. You’ll need at least a 31-inch doorway and a fair bit of muscle to get this into your house.

Best Bang for the Buck
Linon Kitchen Island Granite Top
Linon
Kitchen Island Granite Top
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A top quality choice for those looking to either save money or accent a smaller kitchen.

Pros

A great price. The overall quality, from the heavy top to the steel and rubber wheels, is outstanding. Assembles easily in under an hour.

Cons

Diagram-only instructions not the best help for assembly. Some buyers report that this option arrives with missing or damaged parts.

Crosley Furniture Rolling Kitchen Island with Granite Top
Crosley Furniture
Rolling Kitchen Island with Granite Top
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Stands out for its solid construction. This is a great option once you get past the “heavy fumes” period.

Pros

Clear and easy installation, with a help line just in case you get stuck. Well-constructed. Wood and stainless steel also available instead of granite for a top surface.

Cons

Takes a good 2-3 hours to put together; having a second person to help is recommended. Strong fumes right out of the box will last for a couple of days. Wheel locks don’t work well.

Home Styles Kitchen Island
Home Styles
Kitchen Island
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A good-looking and high-quality option that also doubles as a table.

Pros

A 1-2 hour installation that is not overly complicated. Looks great and is made from real wood. Excellent quality, and the drop-leaf is a nice feature.

Cons

Not really mobile. Put felt feet on the bottom if you want to occasionally move it around. Some buyers note that the top can split within a few months.

Casual Home Kitchen Island with Solid American Hardwood Top
Casual Home
Kitchen Island with Solid American Hardwood Top
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Suitable for those looking for a solid, reasonably priced island to fill a smaller space.

Pros

A stable, smaller island that can be put together in under an hour. Constructed of solid wood. A nice price.

Cons

The top can be difficult to install correctly. The drawer is a little flimsy and can’t hold much weight.

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How we decided

We purchase every product we review with our own funds — we never accept anything from product manufacturers.

50 Models Considered
7 Hours Researched
1 Experts Interviewed
140 Consumers Consulted
Zero products received from manufacturers.

We purchase every product we review with our own funds — we never accept anything from product manufacturers.

Kitchen islands are a great way to not only add more counter space to this central room in your house, but to also provide space for friends and family to gather around. Even if your kitchen doesn’t have a built-in island, you can still easily add one to your home. Luckily, there are seemingly endless options of add-in kitchen islands. From those with cabinets and granite countertops to more basic models with shelving, it’s easy to choose an island that suits your space. Decide on the sizing and needs of your kitchen, and you’ll be on your way to choosing the perfect island to enhance your kitchen.

Other Products We Considered
The BestReviews editorial team researches hundreds of products based on consumer reviews, brand quality, and value. We then choose a shorter list for in-depth research and testing before finalizing our top picks. These are the products we considered that ultimately didn't make our top 5.
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The team that worked on this review
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    Melinda
    Web Producer
  • Rich
    Rich
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Crosley Furniture

Rolling Kitchen Island with Granite Top

Crosley Furniture

Rolling Kitchen Island with Granite Top

Stands out for its solid construction. This is a great option once you get past the “heavy fumes” period.
$444
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Linon

Kitchen Island Granite Top

Linon

Kitchen Island Granite Top

A top quality choice for those looking to either save money or accent a smaller kitchen.
$83
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Home Styles

Kitchen Island

Home Styles

Kitchen Island

A good-looking and high-quality option that also doubles as a table.
$543
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Casual Home

Kitchen Island with Solid American Hardwood Top

Casual Home

Kitchen Island with Solid American Hardwood Top

Suitable for those looking for a solid, reasonably priced island to fill a smaller space.
$121
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Coaster Home Furnishings

Large Scale Kitchen Island

Coaster Home Furnishings

Large Scale Kitchen Island

An all-around sturdy and great-looking choice that also doubles as a table.
$749

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