Cars with front bench seats used to be the standard. These days, they’re still found in some trucks and SUVs and maybe the occasional work van. Bench seat vehicle owners have customarily had to go without the utility and convenience of a center console — most resorting to the glove compartment or even the passenger seat as substitutes. Fortunately, there are tons of aftermarket center consoles for bench seats out there to choose from.
If you don’t know where to begin your search, don’t worry — we compiled a list of Amazon’s top consumer-ranked consoles you should consider.
Universal Truck Bench Seat Console
This 4.5 star rated console can be used for front or backseat storage and organization. It has dedicated dual cupholders, a front storage compartment that’s perfect for holding phones, glasses, wallets, and other small items. The large rear storage area is technically designed for music — with built-in CD and cassette space — but can obviously be used to store any additional small-ish items you want. The armrest portion is padded with dense foam, making it exceptionally comfortable and durable, and it mounts easily using your vehicle’s seatbelt.
Bench Seat Business Organizer and Storage
This console is also rated 4.5 stars, and is actually designed with contractors in mind. Like most, it comes with dual adjustable cupholders, and open space behind them to store a variety of items. However, unlike most, this one swings open from back to front on a heavy-duty barrel hinge. Despite how awkward that sounds, it’s incredibly functional because the underside of the lid converts into a sturdy writing surface designed to hold an 8.5-inch by 11-inch pad of paper. This console also comes with a removable insert for more comprehensive organization, and a carpeted underside to protect your vehicle’s upholstery.
Universal Minivan Storage Console
This console is rated four stars and was designed with minivans in mind, but can definitely be used in other vehicles. It offers the standard dual adjustable front cupholders, and front storage compartment built to hold glasses, phones, and wallets. The rear compartment is larger, and the armrest is padded with dense foam for comfort and longevity. Unlike the ones seen so far, this console has a removable soft CD/DVD holder that attaches to the underside of the front compartment, and a set of rear dual cupholders, also adjustable.
This console is intended to sit between the front driver and passenger seats, but can be placed between any two seats, per the product manual. The manual also recommends securing it to the floor of your vehicle (specific to minivans), hardware not included.
Euro Mini Console
This mini console has a 4.5-star rating and isn’t your typical bench seat console. Unlike most others on this list, this one features an open design — no covered compartments. It does have two adjustable, locking drink holders which expand to hold extremely large cups, coin slots, one large open storage space with built-in CD/cassette slots, and two smaller compartments. This mini console is versatile and can be used between or on seats or on the floor.
Locking Center Console
This one is rated four stars, and is designed for Jeep Wranglers and CJs. However, according to customer reviews, it works with many different vehicle types and can mount on the floor or between seats. It features an extra-large, comfortable padded armrest that opens to reveal a large, locking “hidden” storage area with CD/DVD/cassette built-ins. Also included is a removable deep tray that can be filled with ice, turning the console into a mini fridge, or used to organize items within the larger compartment space.
The front surface of this console is equipped with a sunglasses/glasses swing-down compartment, coin slots, and dual cupholders. Additional dual cupholders are included at the rear of the armrest.
Bench or Rear Seat Deluxe Console
This four-star rated console slightly resembles the Euro Mini Console, with its hard surface and partially open compartment structure. However, this one is larger and does come with a covered compartment. Dual cupholders sit at the front, able to accommodate 6 to 64-ounce drinks. The large, covered storage compartment at the rear includes CD sleeves and can hold cassettes along with a variety of other items. Smaller compartments sit in front of the covered portion and are designed to hold a phone, dispense tissue, and separate coins. A trash receptacle is also included and can be attached either on the side or at the back of the console.
Soft Console/Organizer
This 4.5-star rated center console by Go Gear is made of rugged Nymax material and heavy-duty stitching, making it lightweight, extra durable, and easy to clean. It’s outfitted with multiple open pockets and compartmentalized storage for optimal organization. The larger, covered compartment at the rear includes a magnet that helps keep items secure and out of view. This console also features a unique landing pad for phones.
Console Organizer With Adjustable Dividers
This console is rated 4.5 stars, and, like the previous console, made of softer material. It comes with two cupholder-style pockets. While they aren’t locking or adjustable like many others on this list, the console itself is pretty tall, and the soft material provides some stretch. The storage compartments of the console can be arranged and rearranged to accommodate a variety of items via adjustable dividers.
In addition to the interior compartments, this console also features slim exterior pockets that cover each side, designed to hold phones, magazines, books, and more. These are mesh, making things visible and easy to find. This console is ideal for drivers with kids, as it’s extremely lightweight and portable — easily moved to the backseat to hold snacks, toys, cups, and everything else.
Bench Seat Clutter Catcher
Rated 4.5 stars, this center console for bench seats is designed for the minimalist. It has a large, covered main storage compartment, multi-sized dual cupholders, coin slots, and an open compartment that can accommodate phones, glasses, or another small item or two.
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