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Quick answer: The Better Homes & Gardens Cube Storage Desk wins on storage capacity and aesthetics. Choose the edx Fabric Drawers if space is tight or you prefer a smaller desk footprint.
Introduction
Two home office desks with built-in storage — but very different in scale and style. The BHG Cube Storage Desk at $70 is the bigger, more furniture-like option with three open cube shelves. The edx Small Desk with Fabric Drawers at $51.99 is compact with two sliding drawers and a shelf. Both solve the “where does everything go?” problem, but in different ways for different space sizes.
Quick Comparison
| BHG Cube Storage | edx Fabric Drawers | |
| Price | $70.00 | $51.99 |
| Surface Width | 47.52″ | ~40″ |
| Storage | 3× open cubes | 2× drawers + 1 shelf |
| Aesthetic | Weathered Oak furniture look | Industrial modern |
| Assembly | ~60 min | ~35 min |
| Weight Capacity (surface) | ~200 lbs | ~200 lbs |
| Cube/Drawer Capacity | 30 lbs per cube | ~15 lbs per drawer |
Storage Capacity — BHG Wins
Three large open cubes handle bigger items — a printer, file boxes, larger baskets — that fabric drawers can’t. The BHG has significantly more total storage volume. Winner: BHG.
Price — edx Wins
$18 cheaper for a functional storage desk. If budget is the deciding factor, edx wins. Winner: edx.
Aesthetics — BHG Wins
The weathered oak finish looks like real furniture. The edx industrial look is fine, but the BHG looks like it was purchased from an actual furniture store. Winner: BHG.
Space Efficiency — edx Wins
The edx is smaller and fits in tighter spaces. The BHG Cube Desk is wider and taller — needs more room. If space is limited, edx is the better choice. Winner: edx.
Assembly — edx Wins
~35 minutes for edx vs ~60 minutes for BHG. The cube structure adds complexity. Winner: edx.
Desktop Surface — BHG Wins (slightly)
47.52″ wide vs ~40″ for edx. More desktop workspace for the BHG. Winner: BHG.
Who Should Buy Each
Buy the BHG Cube Storage Desk if: You have the space, want a furniture-quality look, or need to store larger items like a printer or file boxes. Best home office desk if the room can accommodate it.
Buy the edx Fabric Drawers if: Space is limited, budget is tighter, or you prefer a compact desk that stores charging cables and small supplies without taking over the room.
Verdict
The BHG Cube Storage Desk is the better desk if you have the room and budget. The storage capacity and furniture aesthetic are genuinely superior. But the edx fabric drawers desk is the smarter choice for smaller spaces — it packs real storage into a more compact footprint at a lower price.
FAQ
Can I put a printer in the BHG cube shelves?
Yes — a standard inkjet printer fits in the lower cubes. Compact laser printers should also fit.
Are the BHG cube shelves open or closed?
Open — all three cubes are open front. You can add storage baskets separately for $10–20 each to make them semi-closed.
Which is easier to move after assembly?
edx — lighter and smaller. The BHG is quite heavy once assembled.
Does the edx desk smell like chemicals?
Some users report a mild off-gassing smell initially. Air it out for 24–48 hours before use.
