The 10 Best Cookbook Stands for Hands-Free Recipe Reading

If you own a bamboo cutting board or a few light wood utensils, this cookbook holder will match well with your style. The back is adjustable to five different reading angles that you can change depending on where you place the stand or what device or size book you're using. You can hold the pages in place with a pair of clips attached to the front edge of the holder. When it's not in use, it can be folded flat for easier storage.

This minimalist design from Japan is perfect for small spaces. It’s made from white powder-coated steel for strength with an ash wood top piece that adds an attractive design element. The simple base slides easily to accommodate books of any thickness or even items as thin as a tablet. For easy recipe reading, the sliding base allows books to be held at different angles for the best viewing, whether you’re baking your favorite cake or following a step-by-step recipe for paella.

This cast iron cookbook stand will add a bright pop of color to any countertop. It has non-slip feet to keep it from sliding on your countertop, and its heavy weight keeps it stable, no matter how hefty your cookbooks are. Made from a solid piece of metal, it won’t fold for storage but would look good on a shelf or resting on the counter.

If you have a tiny kitchen and can't afford to give up even an inch of counter space, it may be worth splurging on this space-saving cookbook stand. Screw it underneath your kitchen cabinets and pull it down to hold your cookbook, tablet, or even laptop. Once you're done, fold it right back up into place. It's important to note that this option requires your cabinets to be a minimum of 10.5 inches deep and 20 inches wide to work.

Designed to look like a rustic cutting board, this wooden cookbook stand blends right into your kitchen decor. It features a simple edge to hold cookbooks, a kickstand that folds down flat for storage, and a twine rope, so you can hang the holder on the wall and out of the way when it’s not in use.

This acrylic cookbook holder is perfect for protecting recipes from splatter. The clear design blends in seamlessly with any kitchen, and the holder is easy to wipe clean when needed. While it has a slim design, it doesn’t fold down and there are no angle-adjustment options.

For a minimalist look, you can’t go wrong with this chrome cookbook holder. It’s made from durable steel with a rust-resistant finish, so it’s easy to wipe clean with a damp cloth, and reviewers report the raised edge can hold books of various sizes and thicknesses. It folds down for easy storage when not in use, and also comes in a chrome and bronze finish.

This cookbook holder with an antiqued finish looks like it came straight out of a French bakery. The distressed holder is painted in a beautiful blue shade and features weighted page holders on each side. You can collapse the kickstand for compact storage, and reviewers note it’s easy to wipe clean.

Made from rich brown acacia wood with a tempered glass protector, this cookbook holder will look great on your countertop and keep your recipe pages clean and dry while you cook. The tri-fold design opens to hold cookbooks at a single angle and folds down for compact storage when not in use. As far as maintenance goes, you can wipe down the glass with your favorite glass cleaner and keep the wood in tip-top shape by occasionally rubbing it with food-safe mineral oil.

For a bit of romantic flair, opt for this antique metal cookbook stand with a curlicue heart at the top of the frame. It features a distressed finish with pretty flourishes and cutouts, and there are weighted chains to keep your recipe pages in place. The stand can be wiped clean, and the back folds down for compact storage, but there are no angle adjustment options.