Jarmax Mason Jar Organizers: Matching the Box to Your Jars
Every spec and price on this page is quoted from the Amazon listing for that model. Scores are out of 10, based on listed specifications and buyer feedback. Nothing here was handled or measured by us.
As Amazon Associates, we earn from qualifying purchases. This means we may receive a small commission at no extra cost to you if you click through and make a purchase.
The right JarMax mason jar organizer is simply the one sized for your jars. JarMax makes the same basic design, a foldable fabric box with polypropylene side walls, a honeycomb bottom plate, dividers, a zipper lid and a label holder, in versions for half-pint jelly jars, pint jars, quart jars and half-gallon jars. Each one takes both wide mouth and regular mouth jars, and every version stacks, so the only real decision is jar size and how many boxes you need.
This guide compares five JarMax listings based on their Amazon details, not hands-on testing. There is a two-pack of quart organizers holding 24 jars total, a single quart organizer, a pint organizer and a half-pint jelly organizer that each hold 12 jars, and a half-gallon organizer that holds 6. Think of it like sorting a collection by size class: once you know the class, the choice is obvious.
JOB SHEET
Which JarMax Organizer Should You Buy
- Lots of quart jars from a big harvest: 2Pk 32 oz Quart Mason Jar Organizer
go to no. 01 - Pint jars of salsa, sauce or pickles: 16 oz Pint Mason Jar Storage Container
go to no. 02 - Trying one quart box before committing: 32 oz Quart Mason Jar Storage Container
go to no. 03 - Jam, jelly and small gift jars: 8 oz Half Pint Jelly Mason Jar Organizer
go to no. 04 - Bulk dry goods and half-gallon jars: 64 oz Half Gallon Jar Storage Container
go to no. 05
No. 01
of 5
Jar Max
2Pk 32 oz Quart Mason Jar Organizer
8.2
/10
Our score
Affiliate link. Price and stock live at Amazon and change there, not on this page.
Best for
Single quart box to start
Pros
- Holds 12 quart jars
- BPA free materials
- Zipper lid keeps dust out
Cons
- Hand wash only
- Only one box
Best for
Big quart batches needing two boxes
Pros
- Two organizers, 24 quart jars
- 5 mm honeycomb bottom plate
- Listed as dishwasher safe
- Reusable 3×5 label card
Cons
- Listing mixes pint and quart wording
The 2Pk 32 oz Quart Mason Jar Organizer bundles two quart boxes, each holding up to 12 quart jars for a total of 24. It is the only listing here that mentions an upgraded 5 mm honeycomb bottom plate, thicker than the 3 mm plate in the others, which matters because a box of full quart jars is heavy.
Like the rest of the range, it combines a hard-shell structure with polypropylene side walls and quilted linen fabric, two reinforced handles, a zipper closure, a lid that keeps dust and bugs out, and a 3×5 label holder with an erasable card you wipe clean and reuse. The specs also list it as dishwasher safe, while the other listings say hand wash only. One bullet confusingly mentions pint size in the same sentence as quart jars, but the title, included components and 24-quart capacity all point to quart jars. Pick this if you can quarts in volume. If you are unsure, the single quart box is a smaller first step.
- Two organizers, 24 quart jars total
- 5 mm honeycomb bottom plate
- Reusable erasable label card
No. 02
of 5
Jar Max
16 oz Pint Mason Jar Storage Container
9.0
/10
Our score
Affiliate link. Price and stock live at Amazon and change there, not on this page.
Best for
Pint jars for sauces and salsa
Pros
- Holds 12 pint jars
- Wide or regular mouth
- Stackable with lid
Cons
- Hand wash only
- Single organizer
The 16 oz Pint mason jar storage container is sized for 12 pint jars, wide or regular mouth. It uses the upgraded 3 mm honeycomb bottom plate, two reinforced handles, a zipper closure and a stackable lid, with polypropylene side walls to protect jars from bumps in transit.
Listed dimensions are 12.9 by 9.06 by 4.25 inches, and it is hand wash only. Jars are not included. Pints are the workhorse size for salsas, sauces and pickled vegetables, so this is the box most home canners end up buying several of. If you want to protect those jars from dust as well, the lid handles that. For quarts, pick one of the 32 oz boxes instead.
Because the design folds flat, pint boxes are also easy to stash between canning seasons, which helps if your pantry doubles as storage for everything from board games to spare cables. When canning season returns, the boxes pop back into shape and the dividers keep each jar from knocking against its neighbors.
- Holds 12 pint jars
- 3 mm honeycomb base
- Stackable with zipper lid
No. 03
of 5
Jar Max
32 oz Quart Mason Jar Storage Container
8.4
/10
Our score
Affiliate link. Price and stock live at Amazon and change there, not on this page.
The 32 oz Quart mason jar storage container is the single-box version of the quart organizer. It holds 12 quart jars, wide or regular mouth, and its specs list polyester and polypropylene materials that are BPA free, durable, reusable and stackable.
It uses the 3 mm honeycomb plate rather than the 5 mm plate named in the two-pack listing, and it is hand wash only. It suits someone with one shelf of quarts or anyone who wants to see how the design fits their pantry before buying more. If you keep a stash of wide mouth 32 oz jars, our guide to wide mouth 32 oz mason jars covers the jars themselves.
No. 04
of 5
Jar Max
8 oz Half Pint Jelly Mason Jar Organizer
9.6
/10
Our score
Well rated
Scored 9.2/10 or higher
Affiliate link. Price and stock live at Amazon and change there, not on this page.
The 8oz 1/2 Pint Jelly Mason Jar Organizer holds 12 half-pint jars, which the specs describe as 6 pints of capacity. The listing notes it can also store smaller jars and other items, handy if your collection includes 4 ounce jars or spice jars.
It has the 3 mm honeycomb plate, reinforced handles, a 3×5 erasable label card and the same stackable zipper lid. Dimensions are 12.01 by 9.06 by 4.25 inches, slightly shorter in length than the pint and quart boxes. It is hand wash only. It suits jam and jelly makers who give jars as gifts or sell at farmers markets. For heavier pints, the 16 oz box is the right choice.
- Holds 12 half-pint jars
- Fits smaller jars and other items
- Label holder with erasable card
No. 05
of 5
Jar Max
64 oz Half Gallon Jar Storage Container
8.0
/10
Our score
Affiliate link. Price and stock live at Amazon and change there, not on this page.
The 64 oz 1/2 Gallon jars Storage Container holds 6 half-gallon jars, wide or regular mouth, for a listed capacity of 3 gallons. Half-gallon jars are popular for bulk dry goods like flour, rice and beans, and for large batches of broth or juice.
It uses the 3 mm honeycomb bottom plate, reinforced handles, a zipper closure and a stackable lid. The listed dimensions of 12.9 by 9.06 by 4.25 inches match the pint box exactly, which seems low for half-gallon jars, so treat that height figure with caution and check the live listing before planning shelf space. It is hand wash only. If you store in even bigger jars, our look at half gallon wide mouth jars covers the containers themselves.
What Sets These Models Apart
| Organizer | Jar size | Jars per box | Boxes included | Bottom plate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2Pk 32 oz Quart | Quart, 32 oz | 12 | 2 | 5 mm honeycomb |
| 16 oz Pint | Pint, 16 oz | 12 | 1 | 3 mm honeycomb |
| 32 oz Quart | Quart, 32 oz | 12 | 1 | 3 mm honeycomb |
| 8 oz Half Pint | Half pint, 8 oz | 12 | 1 | 3 mm honeycomb |
| 64 oz Half Gallon | Half gallon, 64 oz | 6 | 1 | 3 mm honeycomb |
Figures in this table are copied from the Amazon listings for these models.
NOTES
Buying Tips for JarMax Mason Jar Organizers
Count jars by size before you buy. Most canners have a mix, so it often makes sense to pick one box per size class rather than several of one. Because all JarMax boxes stack and fold, you can grow the system over time and collapse empty boxes out of season.
Think about weight. Full quart and half-gallon jars get heavy fast, so the thicker 5 mm plate in the two-pack quart listing and the reinforced handles across the range are worth noting. Keep heavier boxes on lower shelves and lighter half-pint boxes up top.
Label everything. The erasable 3×5 cards let you note contents and dates, which helps with rotation. Jars are not included with any organizer, and all listings accept both wide mouth and regular mouth jars. For dry goods, a mason jar vacuum sealer pairs well with organized storage.
FAQ
Do JarMax organizers fit wide mouth jars?
Yes. Every listing says it holds both wide mouth and regular mouth jars of its size.
How many jars does each JarMax box hold?
Twelve for half-pint, pint and quart boxes, and six for the half-gallon box. The quart two-pack holds 24 across two boxes.
Are JarMax organizers stackable?
Yes. Each comes with a lid and is designed to stack in a pantry or cabinet.
Can I wash JarMax organizers in a dishwasher?
Only the quart two-pack lists dishwasher safe. The others say hand wash only.
Which JarMax organizer is best for transporting jars?
Any of them. Every listing highlights reinforced handles, polypropylene side walls and a zipper closure for carrying jars safely, and the quart two-pack adds the thicker 5 mm base for heavy loads.
Can I store things other than mason jars?
The half-pint listing notes it can hold smaller jars and other items, and several listings suggest spices and dry goods.
Are jars included?
No. Jars are sold separately.
