10 Best Firewood Racks of 2024 – Reviews & Buyer’s Guide

If you cut a bunch of firewood, you’re going to need somewhere to put it. A firewood rack is the best way to go in most situations, as its purpose is to hold firewood. Of course, choosing the best firewood rack for your purposes is also essential. If you buy one that is the wrong size, it likely isn’t going to be very helpful in the long run.

In this article, we’re going to review some of the best firewood racks on the market. We also wrote a complete buyer’s guide, which should help you decide on the exact firewood rack that is best for your purposes.

A Quick Comparison of Our Favorites in 2024

Rating	Image	Product	Details
Best Overall		Sunnydaze 4-Foot Firewood Rack	Holds ½ face-cord of firewood Waterproof cover included Easy to assemble	CHECK PRICE
Best Value		Amagabeli 4ft Firewood Rack	Compact Heavy-duty frame Durable	CHECK PRICE
Premium Choice		The Woodhaven Firewood Log Rack	Waterproof cover included Large capacity Durable	CHECK PRICE
		Landmann 82433 Firewood Log Rack	Huge capacity Steel construction Easy assembly	CHECK PRICE
		Panacea 15203 Deluxe Outdoor Log Rack	Inexpensive Powder coating Available to purchase with a cover	CHECK PRICE

The 10 Best Firewood Racks

1. Sunnydaze 4-Foot Firewood Rack – Best Overall

For most users, this firewood rack from Sunnydaze is going to be your best option. It weighs 16-pounds and can hold a ½ face-cord of firewood. There is plenty of room for it to hold multiple fires, so you should have no problem storing enough firewood for quite a while. It includes a waterproof cover, which is essential for keeping your firewood ready to burn. Everyone knows wet firewood doesn’t burn well in the least, so the waterproof cover is an excellent addition to this firewood rack.

While some assembly is required, it is effortless and straightforward. It can be set up very quickly upon arrival and shouldn’t take more than one person to put it together. Most users reported that they had it together in 20 minutes or less. At the same time, it comes with a 1-year warranty that covers most forms of damage. We liked that durable steel construction, which has a black powder-coated finish for extra durability. It is designed to withstand the outdoor elements, so you should have no problem storing your firewood for years to come.

2. Amagabeli 4ft Firewood Rack – Best Value

For those on a budget, you may want to consider this firewood rack from Amagabeli. This simple firewood rack is designed to keep firewood off the ground. It isn’t the sturdiest or prettiest, but it does its job and is much cheaper than most other options on the market. It can sort up to a ¼ face-cord of firewood. This is a bit smaller than other options. However, in this instance, you’re getting what you pay for. It is best suited for those that don’t need to store that much firewood at a time. In fact, we think it’s one of the best firewood racks for the money on the market today.

Some people may find that they need two racks to hold all of their wood. But, at that point, you might as well spend a bit more money on one rack with twice the capacity.

The massive tubular frame is made of steel for durability. It is quite durable and does not dent or bend easily. It should do well in most sorts of weather and is designed for outdoor use. It is also relatively easy to assemble. Most users said it only took them a few minutes. For the money, this is the best firewood rack we have reviewed this year.

3. The Woodhaven Firewood Log Rack – Premium Choice

If you have a lot of wood that needs to be stored, The Woodhaven Firewood Log Rack is a reliable option. It is quite a bit more expensive than most of the other options currently available on the market. However, you get what you pay for. By spending a little more, you gain quite a few features that will make your life easier.

This rack comes with a waterproof cover that is very high quality. The cover also looks nice, which is always a plus if you’re putting the rack somewhere visible. The whole rack is made in the USA. Generally, this doesn’t always have a significant impact on the quality of the product. However, we found that the location of manufacturing matters when it comes to firewood racks.

The black coating on this rack makes it last much longer in the elements. Plus, it is environmentally friendly. We loved that this firewood rack could easily stand up to the elements and not get pushed over by the wind. The arc-welded end sections make this rack extremely durable.

4. Landmann 82433 Firewood Log Rack

The Landmann 82433 Firewood Log Rack is perfect for those who need to hole a lot of wood. It can hold a ⅔ face-cord of wood, which is way more than most of the other racks we’ve reviewed thus far. However, with the extreme capacity, you are sacrificing several other features. This is the main reason that we rated this firewood rack a bit low on our list. It doesn’t come with a waterproof cover, which is necessary if you want to keep your firewood burnable. It is raised, however, so it does protect the firewood from the dampness of the ground.

It is made out of steel, so it is pretty durable. The assembly process is also relatively easy and should only take a few moments. However, the assembly does seem to take longer than many of the other racks we’ve reviewed. But this is just because the rack is more massive and has more steps to assembly, not necessarily because it is more complicated.

This firewood rack is very long. This can be a blessing and a curse. You will need somewhere to put it out of the rain since it doesn’t have a waterproof cover. As you might imagine, this can be difficult. Be sure to consider this hang up before purchasing it.

5. Panacea 15203 Deluxe Outdoor Log Rack

The Panacea 15203 Deluxe Outdoor Log Rack is not a lousy rack by any means. However, it was far from our favorite. It is a bit lower-quality than other options on this list. It is made from a steel tube and has a decently easy assembly. The powder coating is designed to be long-lasting, which helps it repel the elements and prevents rusting steel. It is only available in black and can also be bought with an extra cover. This log rack is very inexpensive, so we recommend chipping in a bit more money and purchasing the cover.

One of the main problems we found with this log rack is that assembly isn’t always possible. In this particular model, the assembly holes don’t always line up correctly. This can make it impossible to assemble the rack without drilling some of your holes or something of that sort. It also isn’t made nearly as strong as some of the other options on our list. The component pieces are weaker than other options we looked at.

6. Best Choice Products Steel Firewood Log Rack

With a 50-pound capacity, the Best Choice Products Steel Firewood Log Rack is a decent option. It is also much nicer looking than many of the other log racks we reviewed. It is also suitable for holding tools and other items you commonly use with your wood with multiple hooks. It keeps all the logs well above the ground, and the curved base design makes balancing all the logs much easier. It is nice enough to use inside your home but is also built to withstand outdoor weather if needed.

The kindling holder is adjustable, so you can move it to fit your wood size as necessary. This is a decently unique feature and one we think you’ll appreciate.

However, despite all of these great features, there was one major setback we experienced with this rack – it is tiny. You can’t fit much on it, and it is expensive for its size. Of course, you’re paying for the aesthetic design of this rack. Still, from a practical standpoint, the cost just isn’t worth it.

7. Patio Watcher Firewood Rack Log Rack

The Patio Watcher Firewood Rack Log Rack is another small but mighty option. It is designed for indoor and outdoor use, so it looks decently aesthetically pleasing. It also has two shelves, which is a unique design. The shelves do make it somewhat challenging to access the wood on the bottom, however. Truthfully, since you can stack firewood easily, you don’t need the multi-shelf system. It is mostly for aesthetic purposes.

The log rack has 4 hooks for tools – a convenient and friendly added feature. The whole thing is made out of durable steel with a black-coated finish. It is designed to stand up to quite a bit of punishment.

We rated this log rack so low that it isn’t made to be practical. Instead, it is an aesthetically pleasing option that doesn’t work practically for most people. It is tiny, and the 2-shelf system doesn’t work very well in the least. If you’re looking for something that can hold a few logs, this may be the option for you. Otherwise, look elsewhere.

8. DOEWORKS DWFR-05 Heavy Duty Firewood Rack

For aesthetic purposes only, the DOEWORKS DWFR-05 Heavy Duty Firewood Rack is pretty decent. It has a small shelf for tiny pieces of wood, which may be useful for starting fires. While it can be used outside, this little rack is mostly designed for indoor use. It will not withstand the elements and is much smaller than most of the racks we reviewed. It is powder-coated, which is always an excellent addition.

The steel tubes are quite thick and seem to be decently durable. The I-beam reinforcements do work to make the rack more stable than other options. Assembly is easy and straightforward, though it does take a bit more work than other options.

This rack does not come with a waterproof cover, which means that it will need to stay inside or in a covered area. It works well for covered porches and that sort of thing. Not all of the pre-drilled holes line up, which can make assembly a bit difficult. However, it depends on the unit you receive. Some seem to be okay, while others aren’t lined up at all.

9. Goplus SU-3191-TG Firewood Log Rack

The Goplus SU-3191-TG Firewood Log Rack looks like a great option at first. It is large, but very well-designed. You could easily use it inside or outside. It would look good on a porch or next to the fireplace. You can purchase it with wheels and make it one of the only portable options on this list. It is decently easy to assemble, and the directions are very straightforward.

However, the way this rack is shipped is unacceptable. There are many reports of the box it is shipped in breaking or of pieces breaking inside the box. A broken box often means that hardware pieces could become lost, which makes the rack unusable. It seems that it doesn’t matter which carrier service delivers the rack. It is the insufficient packaging that is to blame.

While you can purchase it with tires, they are of low quality. They seem to bleed quite often and need to be aired-up regularly. It isn’t great for moving wood around, which is its primary purpose.

10. VIVOHOME 8ft Firewood Storage Log Rack

We wanted to love this storage log rack from VIVOHOME. It is enormous and comes with a waterproof cover. Plus, it isn’t expensive either, so you get your money’s worth when it comes to the size. The cover is designed to resist outdoor elements, including UV light. It will not crack or fade in the heat of the sun. The air vents also keep air circulating in the wood, which prevents critters from taking up residency in your woodpile.

With that said, though, this is not the sturdiest option in the world. It seems to wiggle quite a bit, which can be a problem when the wind blows. We aren’t sure if it will last very long in the elements, but we expect that it will fall apart faster than the other options on this list. In some cases, parts seem to be missing from the package once it is delivered. Without the correct parts, you may not be able to use the rack at all, or the cover may be difficult to use correctly.

Buyer’s Guide – Purchasing the Best Outdoor Firewood Rack

While a firewood rack seems simple, there is a lot that goes into purchasing one. Some are sturdy, while others fall over in the wind. Some are designed for outdoor use, while others can easily be used inside. There is a lot to consider when choosing the best option for you.

In this section, we’ll take a look at some critical decisions you need to make before purchasing a firewood rack and answer some common questions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do firewood racks need to come with a cover?

Not necessarily. You don’t have to have a cover, especially if you plan to use the rack in a covered area anyway. An inside rack doesn’t need a cover. However, that doesn’t mean that you shouldn’t purchase a cover altogether. Racks that will be used outside in an uncovered area need a cover, or you may run into problems.

Firewood doesn’t burn when it is wet. To protect it from the rain, you need a waterproof cover to resist strong wind and weather.

Can you store firewood in the garage?

Yes, the garage would be a decent place to put a firewood rack. If you keep your wood in the garage, you do not need to worry about having a cover since your garage will be protected from the wind and rain for the most part.

However, it is generally recommended that you put most collected firewood away from your home to keep pests away. If you collect your firewood outside and then store it inside, you may be accidentally bringing bugs or rodents into your garage, where they could potentially enter your home. Therefore, it is not necessarily the best idea to store firewood in an attached garage.

Can you dry firewood on a firewood rack?

Yes, you should be able to dry firewood on a rack in most circumstances. Depending on where the firewood is and how much green firewood is packed together at a time, it may elongate the amount of time it takes to dry. However, because it is kept off the ground, it should dry pretty quickly.

Vital Features

You need to keep in mind quite a few features when choosing a firewood rack for your house or yard. Which firewood rack you should purchase depends mainly on your individual needs.

Size

The very first feature you should consider is size. Some firewood racks are tiny, while others are substantial. Which one you purchase depends on how much firewood you need to store at once. Surprisingly, the size of a firewood rack is not always associated with the price. Some small options are costly, while some large racks are very cheap. Because of this, you can typically purchase a bigger-sized rack if you need one.

If you plan to store wood outside, you can probably get away with a bigger rack. However, if you plan on storing it next to the fireplace, you will need to consider your space’s size. You cannot purchase a ginormous rack to put in your living room. It just isn’t going to work.

Cover

Some firewood racks come with a waterproof cover. Others do not. If you’re storing your firewood in your yard away from a covered area, you probably need a cover. Otherwise, your wood is going to get soaked from the rain and may start rotting.

However, if you plan on using it indoors, you can probably get away with not using a cover. The same is true if you have a detached garage; you’re going to put the wood in or some other sort of outdoor building that is covered.

Aesthetics

Some firewood racks are very basic and not very pretty to look at. If you’re shoving it in a shed, this is not a big deal at all. You may want to choose a practical option instead of only designed to look nice in many cases.

On the other hand, if you’re using the rack indoors next to your fireplace, how it looks is probably going to be a big deal. In these cases, you will probably be focusing significantly on what it looks like and whether or not it fits with your décor. Usually, those racks designed to be used inside are often more expensive because a higher level of craftsmanship goes into creating them. They may also take a bit more work to put together, as they might have more parts.

Conclusion

For most users, we recommend the Sunnydaze 4-Foot Firewood Rack. It is moderately sized, inexpensive, and is even covered by a 1-year warranty. It can be used inside and out, making it fit for most users.

We also recommend the Amagabeli 4ft Firewood Rack for users who need a budget option. It can still hold quite a bit of firewood and has a compact frame.

Hopefully, our short reviews and buyer’s guide helped you figure out precisely what firewood rack is best for your purposes.

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