Lidl's £1.49 storage box undercuts B&Q and IKEA rivals
Lidl's £1.49 storage box undercuts B&Q and IKEA rivals

Lidl has added a 5L Storage Box With Lid to its Middle Aisle, priced at £1.49, offering a budget option for home organisation. The supermarket, which operates roughly 1,000 stores across the UK, says the box boasts a high load capacity.

Product features and availability

The box provides dust-protected storage and can be combined with other boxes in the same series. It has a volume of 5 litres, a maximum load capacity of 5kg, and measures L29 x W20 x H18cm. The translucent design allows contents to be seen easily.

The storage box is only available for in-store collection, not home delivery. Shoppers can check stock levels using the online store finder by entering their postcode to find which nearby branch has the item.

Comparison with B&Q and IKEA alternatives

Lidl's offering is positioned as a budget alternative to similar products elsewhere. B&Q sells an 11L Stackable Storage Box with Lid for £3, which is more than double the price of Lidl's box. The B&Q product has a larger capacity and features integrated handles, a clip-lock lid, and a stackable, nestable design, backed by a 2-year guarantee.

For a higher-end option, IKEA's SAMLA Box with Lid costs £23. Described as a big box for storing heavy, bulky items, it includes wheels and four castors for easy movement. Its transparent plastic reveals contents, and a built-in click lock keeps the lid in place and makes the box stackable.

Customer feedback

Previous buyers of the IKEA box have left positive reviews. One wrote: "Amazing box, durable and a good price," while another said: "Ideal for all storage needs and very sturdy."