3 Best Garden Storage Benches of 2025

The best garden storage benches will be inconspicuous; charming as benches in their own right, with subtle storage as a bonus. The Keter Eden Garden Storage Bench definitely fits this mould. Coming in three different finishes, this stylish garden bench would be a great addition to the garden even if it didn’t have a practical storage compartment – but it’s pretty excellent that it does!

An ideal size for seating two adults, at 140 x 84 x 60 cm, this garden bench has a firm resin construction that is sturdy and feels very secure to sit on. One could easily forget about the 265 L storage compartment hiding underneath. And yet, 265 L is a lot of storage space, meaning cushions, garden tools and children’s toys can all be squirrelled away out of sight.

As expected from Keter, this garden bench is both weatherproof and waterproof, doing a great job of keeping the contents dry even in heavy rain. Although, of course, as with all storage benches (no matter how weatherproof), it’s worth bearing in mind that items stored in the Keter Eden Bench will still be susceptible to damp. Still, during warm summer days even textile items can be stored safely, allowing for cushions, blankets and throws to be pulled out at a moment’s notice.

The garden bench can also be locked using a padlock, adding a bit more security to the idea of leaving things in it overnight. However, this is probably most useful for deterring animals from getting inside rather than stopping thieves, so storing very valuable items inside the bench isn’t recommended.

To conclude, this one of the best garden benches overall – it’s a great choice if you want both a bench and storage box, but don’t want to compromise on appearance to gain the storage. It’s a well made, durable garden bench that offers plenty of storage whilst remaining robust, waterproof and comfortable.

Stylish outdoor seating isn’t always easy to find, especially when you’re looking for something that will also work simultaneously as practical storage.

The Rowlinson Rattan Storage Bench comes in a modern, understated grey which complements most of the tones commonly found in the garden – from red brickwork to green vegetation and neutral paving. The biggest risk with storage boxes and benches is that they look bulky and out of place, but this rattan-effect storage solution is subtle and discreet. It’s one of the best garden benches if you want inconspicuous storage.

Besides complementing the garden aesthetically, this bench offers 150 L of storage space which is ideal for holding cushions and blankets, or even kid’s toys if you don’t want them littering the lawn. It has a smaller capacity than the other benches featured here, but is still a very useful piece of garden furniture.

The garden bench is partially weatherproof – due to the rattan-effect weave, some moisture may get through in heavy rain, though it generally protects items during a passing light rain shower. Therefore, it’s best to only leave items stored in the bench during fair weather – especially if they are textiles.

The storage space is accessed via the hinged seating area. It sits neatly flush when closed and is well reinforced to provide comfortable and secure seating as well. There is no locking hasp, which is a feature that is present on the Keter storage benches featured on this page.

Overall, this rattan bench is a stylish choice. Firstly, it’s the best garden bench to use for storage if you already have rattan garden furniture, but it’s also great as a stand-alone piece. It will fit right in with many different garden styles thanks to its modern design and grey colouring. Plus, it’s also quite subtle, meaning it doesn’t look unnecessarily like a storage box.

The Keter Hudson Garden Storage Bench is suitable for small and medium gardens. It offers 272 L of storage and yes remains relatively compact.

Measuring 132.6 x 88.9 x 61.2 cm, it’s marginally shorter than the Keter Eden bench and is suitable for fitting into smaller nooks in the garden whilst still offering a substantial amount of storage space. Overall, it’s the best option if you’re after something a little more compact but still want over 200 L storage space.

With a two-tone finish, the resin construction of this garden bench doesn’t look overly synthetic or plasticky, yet it’s infinitely easier to maintain than a wooden bench. Remaining weatherproof and water resistant throughout the seasons, without any treatment needed, it’s certainly a time and effort saver as well.

One thing to note: the storage box compartment may let a little water in during very heavy rain. Therefore, as always, it’s worth considering what you’re looking to store and at what time of year with this garden bench.

Whilst the smaller size may make it more difficult to store tools with long handles, like brooms  and spades, there’s still ample space for storing patio supplies, yard games, candles and other outdoor items.

The storage box compartment is also fitted with a padlock loop, so you can lock it to keep items more secure. With storage benches, this is best used to stop the bench from opening by accident – it’s not advisable to keep valuable items inside.

For general storage, this bench is a great option to consider. And, because it’s not quite as bulky as some storage benches can be, it’s the best garden bench to help with storage in small gardens and compact spaces.