DeWalt Cab Storage Box

Why I wanted an under-seat box

I spend a lot of time in my truck, and I don’t like loose gear rolling around the floorboard. First-aid kit, tow straps, ratchet set, gloves, and a handful of small parts—none of it needs to be in a bed box or crowding door pockets. I installed DeWalt’s cab box under the rear bench to see if a simple, thermoplastic bin could bring order without turning the back seat into a storage project. After a few weeks of daily use, here’s how it performed.

Installation and fitment

Installation really is as straightforward as promised. Out of the box, the cab box is light enough to maneuver with one hand. I lined it up under the rear bench, centered it between the seat brackets, and secured it using the included straps to the factory anchor points. The process took less than 10 minutes, most of that deciding how I wanted the straps routed so they wouldn’t rub against carpet trim. No drilling, no removing seat bolts, no fuss.

A few fitment notes:

• If your truck has under-seat vents, a subwoofer, or a factory jack compartment, check clearances first. In my full-size crew cab, there was room to spare, but a friend’s mid-size truck with an under-seat sub would have required trimming a floor mat ridge.
• The box sits low, which is good for clearance when the seat’s down, but it also means you’ll want to bias heavier items toward the center to avoid minor contact with the seat hinge points.

Once installed, the box didn’t rattle or shift. The straps cinch tight and the footprint is broad enough that it doesn’t skate on the carpet, even with sudden braking.

Build quality and design

The cab box is thermoplastic, which immediately distinguishes it from sheet-metal organizers. That’s a good thing for an interior application. It won’t rust, it’s lighter, and it’s easy to clean. The plastic DeWalt used is thick and slightly textured, with enough rigidity that the walls don’t bow when fully loaded. The bottoms of these bins can be a weak point, but here it’s stiff enough that heavier tools don’t create a belly.

There’s no exposed hardware to loosen over time, and the molded structure has simple radiused corners—no sharp edges to snag straps or chew through gloves. The shape is purpose-built for the under-seat space: tall enough to hold spray bottles upright, shallow enough that nothing presses against the seat base.

If you’re expecting an integrated lock or lid, this isn’t that kind of product. It’s an open-top organizer designed for quick access when you pop the seat up. I prefer that in a cab; a lid under the seat often complicates access and can create a point of rattle. If you need theft deterrence, you’ll want a locking solution or a metal drawer system instead.

Capacity and organization

Capacity is where the cab box shines. I loaded it with:

• A 20-foot recovery strap and two shackles
• A compact tool roll, small impact driver, and a set of bit cases
• A first-aid kit, emergency poncho, nitrile gloves
• A tire inflator and a length of air hose
• A few small items in zip bags (fuses, bulbs, zip ties)

Everything fit with room to spare. The long, uninterrupted interior lets you mix and match pouches and soft cases. The trade-off is a lack of built-in dividers. I added a couple of soft bins to keep small items from migrating across the box. Hook-and-loop backed pouches also work well if your truck’s carpet allows them to “grab” a bit.

The open design makes it easy to do a quick visual inventory when the seat’s up. I didn’t have to rifle through layers to find that one stray bit set.

On-road experience

The best compliment for an under-seat organizer is forgetting it’s there. No squeaks, no clunks, no interference with the seat latching—this checked those boxes. The plastic has enough damping that it doesn’t amplify road vibrations, and with items padded by their own cases or rags (a habit worth keeping), there’s no soundtrack of tools tapping along the highway.

Access is fast. Lift the seat, grab what you need, seat back down. Because it’s open-top, I could stash muddy straps without wrestling a lid. Later, I pulled the whole box out and hosed it off. Thermoplastic makes cleanup painless; a mild soap brings it back to clean without worrying about paint or corrosion.

One small quirk: if you carry tall aerosol cans or a long breaker bar, make sure they sit below the seat crossmember. The box height is well chosen, but if you jam things upright without thinking, the seat can rest on them. A quick test-fit of your tallest item avoids that.

Durability expectations

Thermoplastic is the right choice for interior storage. It won’t warp under normal cabin temperatures, and it shrugs off muddy water and most chemicals you’re likely to carry. I deliberately left a few dirty rags and a leaking bottle of tire sealant in there for a day; a rinse and light scrub took care of it with no staining.

Could you crack it? If you try to stand on the thin edges while reaching across the cab, you might. Used as intended—on the floor, holding gear—it’s stout. The bottom doesn’t oil-can and the sidewalls haven’t developed any white stress marks from flex.

What could be better

• Built-in dividers or a modular divider kit would elevate organization without requiring third-party bins.
• Rubber feet or a grippy strip along the bottom would be welcome for trucks with slicker carpet. It didn’t move on mine, but I can see some setups benefiting from extra grip.
• A small, integrated strap or handle on each end would make pulling it out easier when fully loaded.

These are refinements, not deal-breakers, and they keep with the product’s simple mission.

Compatibility and fit considerations

Before buying any under-seat box, I recommend three quick checks:

1) Measure the width between seat brackets and the depth from the seat hinge to the front edge of the rear footwell. Compare that to the box’s footprint.
2) Inspect for obstructions—seat motors, vents, subwoofers, or the jack kit. If you have a plastic trim fairing under the seat, ensure the box clears it when the seat is latched.
3) Consider passenger comfort. In smaller cabs, the front edge of a box can bump toes for middle-seat passengers. This one stays tucked far enough back in a full-size crew cab that it’s a non-issue.

Value

Given the materials and the problem it solves, the cab box sits in a sweet spot. It’s far more durable and purpose-built than improvising with a generic tote, but it doesn’t carry the cost or complexity of metal drawer systems. The lack of moving parts is a feature in itself—less to rattle, less to break.

If you need a lockable, tamper-resistant solution, spend more on a dedicated lockbox. If your priority is keeping gear organized, contained, and instantly accessible inside the cab, this is the type of product that earns its keep quickly.

The bottom line

DeWalt’s cab box does exactly what I want an under-seat organizer to do: it uses otherwise dead space, keeps essential gear contained, and stays silent on the road. The thermoplastic build is durable, easy to clean, and light enough to remove for a full wash-out. Installation is truly quick, and fitment under a typical full-size rear bench is tidy and unobtrusive.

I’d like to see optional dividers and grippier feet, but those are minor wishes. If you haul delicate electronics or need locked storage, look elsewhere. For day-to-day tools, recovery gear, safety kits, and the odds and ends that make truck ownership easier, this is a practical, low-maintenance solution.

Recommendation: I recommend the cab box to truck owners who want simple, reliable under-seat organization without drilling or adding weight. It’s well-made, quiet in use, and easy to live with. Skip it only if you require a locking compartment or have under-seat obstructions that preclude a clean fit.