DeWalt 20 Compartment Pro Organiser Line with Seal

I spend an inordinate amount of time chasing runaway washers and odd screws across the bottoms of bags and drawers. This 20‑compartment organizer promised to put an end to that, and for the most part, it has. I’ve been using it in the truck, on site, and on a shop bench to wrangle fasteners, wire connectors, driver bits, and small fittings. It’s a thoughtful piece of kit with a few quirks worth knowing before you load it up.

Build and layout

The form factor is classic jobsite organizer: a flat, briefcase-style box with a clear polycarbonate lid, a stout carry handle, and a grid of internal compartments you can tailor with removable dividers. The lid is genuinely rugged—thick enough to shrug off bumps, with just enough flex to close confidently even when a compartment is filled to its practical brim. The transparency is a clear advantage: at a glance I can spot torx bits, 1/4‑20 hardware, and PEX clips without flipping anything open.

The internal grid is the draw. Out of the box you get 20 compartments, and the dividers let you resize a handful of them to suit longer screws or oddball fittings. Unlike organizers with removable lift‑out cups, this one uses fixed wells and adjustable dividers. The tradeoff is higher space efficiency and less rattling, at the cost of not being able to dump a cup straight onto a bench. For me, the compact density matters more—I can carry more fasteners in less space.

Overall fit and finish are what I expect from the brand’s pro storage line: clean molding, minimal flashing, robust hinge, and side latches that are better designed than most at this price.

Dividers: flexibility versus security

The removable dividers are the feature that makes or breaks organizers like this. They slot into grooves to resize compartments, and in general they stay where you put them. For fasteners bigger than, say, #8 screws, or most wire terminals, they work perfectly. The lid closes down into the grid, and nothing hops over the walls.

Where I had to rethink my setup was with very thin items—shim washers, tiny e‑clips, and miniature wave washers. Because the dividers are friction-fit rather than positively locked top and bottom, those wafer-thin pieces can creep under a divider if you overload a section or jostle the case hard. When they do, the divider lifts slightly and the lid won’t close until you fish the offenders out. It’s not a universal problem, but it’s real with the thinnest hardware.

Two fixes worked well for me:
- Keep the thinnest pieces in compartments bounded by the molded outer walls, not by two removable dividers.
- Add a trimmed piece of foam or a small baggie on top of those tricky items to limit upward movement before closing the lid.

If you routinely carry extremely thin washers or shims, consider dedicating a couple of the fixed wells to them, or pairing this with a micro-parts box for those specific items. For everything else, the divider system strikes a good balance between flexibility and speed.

Lid and latches

There are two latching mechanisms to be aware of. The primary lid latches are molded into the lid itself—flex tabs that snap over catches on the base. They’re easy to operate one‑handed, even with gloves. They hold well when new, and the lid’s internal ribbing presses down into the compartment grid to keep parts from migrating.

Long-term, I do have a durability concern about molded flex‑latches. Any design that relies on repeated flexing of plastic is more vulnerable to fatigue than a pinned hinge or metal clasp. I haven’t broken one, but they don’t inspire the same confidence as a steel cam latch. It’s something I’ll watch, especially in cold weather where plastics get brittle. If you’re rough on storage, this is a point to consider.

The secondary latches on the sides are the opposite story: they’re robust and well‑placed. These are used for stacking with other PRO organizers. They pull the boxes together tightly, and as a bonus, they help keep the lid closed while the system is latched up. The hinge across the back is continuous plastic, reinforced by geometry rather than metal pinning; it has held up fine so far.

Stacking and system use

This organizer shines brightest when used as part of a stack. It locks cleanly to compatible PRO organizers—the shallow and deep versions, and the 10‑compartment unit. I ran it between a shallow organizer filled with driver bits and a deep one carrying plumbing fittings. The side latches clicked in without fuss, aligned the lids, and made the tower feel like a single unit. Carrying two or three units together is practical; go higher and the weight gets unwieldy more than structurally unstable.

Loaded, the handle remains comfortable. It’s not padded, but the rounded profile spreads the load well. Standing the stack on edge in a truck cab, nothing spilled or cross‑contaminated, provided I hadn’t overfilled individual sections beyond the lid’s rib height.

Everyday performance

On a service call, it’s easy to walk in with just this organizer and have the fasteners or connectors I need. Being able to see inside without opening it speeds up decision-making. The lid closes flush every time as long as dividers aren’t lifted by those ultra‑thin parts. I like that the lid’s underside has enough structure to “cap” each compartment; it significantly reduces the cross‑migration you see in cheaper boxes.

I do wish the primary latches were more confidence-inspiring. They hold, but they feel like the weak link in an otherwise durable build. Also, a gasketed seal would be nice for dust and moisture. This isn’t marketed as waterproof, and it’s not—fine dust can find its way in if it lives in a sawdust-heavy environment. I’ve had no issues with typical jobsite grime, but it’s worth noting if you work in very dusty or wet conditions.

The one-year limited warranty is modest. I haven’t needed it, but this category tends to live hard lives; longer coverage would better match the “pro” positioning.

Capacity and organization tips

• Think in zones. I dedicate the left third to electrical connectors, the middle to wood screws (sorted by gauge/length), and the right to machine screws and small nuts. That way, I can flip one divider and find anything by muscle memory.
• Use color-coded labels on the lid’s exterior aligned to the compartments beneath. A label maker or painter’s tape makes identification instant without opening.
• For longer items—tap handles, small torpedo levels, cable ties—remove dividers to create a full-length channel across two compartments.
• Keep very thin hardware in molded-wall compartments or in small zip pouches within a compartment to avoid divider lift.

Value

In the world of jobsite organizers, the price-to-capability ratio here is strong. You get a transparent, durable lid; a flexible interior layout; and system compatibility that legitimately saves time when stacking and carrying. What you don’t get are metal latches or removable cups, and you accept that ultra‑thin pieces require a little forethought.

The bottom line

I recommend this organizer, with practical caveats. It’s a solid, space-efficient way to carry and see a wide range of small parts, and it integrates cleanly into a stack with the brand’s other PRO organizers. The clear, tough lid and the side‑latch stacking system are standouts. The removable dividers deliver useful flexibility, though they’re not the best choice for the very thinnest hardware unless you adapt your layout. And while the molded lid latches work fine, they’re the component I’ll watch for wear over time.

If you need a customizable, stackable parts organizer for screws, anchors, connectors, and bits—and you value seeing everything at a glance—this one earns a spot in the kit. If your work revolves around ultra‑thin shims or you demand metal latches and a dust/water seal, you may want to look for those specific features elsewhere. For most trades and workshops, this is an efficient, dependable organizer that rewards a little smart setup with a lot less rummaging.