DeWalt 10-Compartment Pro Small Parts Organizer

First impressions and design

I put this DeWalt organizer to work as a day-to-day catchall for screws, anchors, wire nuts, and small fittings. The format is lean and compact: a clear polycarbonate lid over a 10-compartment base with removable dividers, a molded handle, and side latches for stacking with DeWalt’s PRO organizers. At 17.4 x 6.5 x 2.9 inches and about 1.7 pounds empty, it tucks neatly into a tool bag or on a van shelf without hogging space.

The clear lid is the right move here. It’s thick enough to feel sturdy, resists scuffs better than acrylic-style lids I’ve used, and makes it easy to see what’s inside without opening. The base is a rigid plastic shell with molded rails for the dividers. Nothing fancy, but the shell and lid don’t flex much when loaded, which matters if you stack or toss it into a bin with other cases.

Compartments and customization

There are ten bays with removable dividers, so you can size a few to fit longer items like nut drivers or a small square while keeping others tight for fasteners. The dividers slide into slots and hold well enough for most tasks. I was able to set up two long channels for 3-inch deck screws along one side and keep eight smaller pockets for mixed hardware.

Capacity-wise, each standard compartment comfortably holds about a pound of #8 x 1-1/4 in screws or a handful of 1/4 in nutserts, with room to fingertip-sort. You can lay 3-inch fasteners diagonally in the longer bays; they’ll sit slightly proud if you mound them, so keep heavy fills below the lip to avoid lid pressure.

Lid design and small-parts retention

The lid is ribbed underneath to press down on each compartment and reduce migration between bays. That built-in compression is helpful, but it’s not a gasketed system. In my “shake test” (loaded with a mix of #6 pan heads, drywall anchors, 1/8 in rivets, and tiny M3 washers), larger items stayed put. The problem area is the very small stuff: thin washers and tiny screws can sneak under looser dividers or along corners if the case is jostled hard or stored on edge.

A couple of practical ways I improved this:

• I added a thin sheet of craft foam to the underside of the lid (double-stick tape at the corners). That extra compression significantly reduced cross-contamination.
• For my smallest items—circlips, M2 hardware—I used mini zip bags inside a compartment. It’s not as elegant as a sealed organizer, but it prevents the “snow globe” effect when the case bounces in a vehicle.

If your workload leans heavily on micro fasteners and you need zero migration, a gasketed organizer with individual cups is a better fit. For typical jobsite hardware—anchors, wire nuts, cabinet screws—this lid does well enough.

Latches and everyday durability

The front closure uses pressure-fit plastic tabs rather than toggle or metal latches. They snap shut with a firm push and require a solid pull to open. Out of the box they were stiff; after a week they bedded in but still needed a deliberate squeeze, especially with gloves. The hinge is a continuous molded plastic spine, not a metal pin, which keeps weight down.

Long-term, plastic closures are the weak link in cases like this. In my usage window, the tabs held, but I can see stress whitening on one after repeated one-handed snaps. It’s the kind of closure I’m careful with: I press near the center, avoid prying on the corners, and don’t overpack compartments so the lid isn’t under constant preload. If you routinely toss organizers from tailgate height or slam them closed over heaping compartments, you’ll likely shorten the life of these tabs.

On the sides, the stacking latches are more confidence-inspiring. They click cleanly and let you piggyback this unit to compatible PRO organizers. They’re not meant to carry the entire stack by the side latches alone, but they hold alignment well on a shelf or in a cart.

Portability and stacking

The molded handle is comfortable enough for a full load. Because the case is long and narrow, it carries close to the body, which I prefer in tighter spaces. Stacking works as advertised with DeWalt’s PRO lineup; I latched it to other PRO organizers without slop. It doesn’t integrate with TSTAK or ToughSystem boxes, so plan to keep it within the PRO family.

The footprint plays nicely in a van: it stands on edge between larger cases, and the side latches prevent sliding when you interlock two or three. On a rolling cart, three-high is manageable; beyond that, I’d strap them if moving over thresholds.

In-use performance

• On-site sorting: For punch-list work, I loaded it with cabinet screws, shelf pins, drywall anchors, and a few specialty fasteners. The clear lid made it easy to grab the right case and see what needed replenishing. No spillage after a full day bouncing in the truck, but my smallest M3 washers did migrate a couple of bays, as expected.
• Shop bench duty: As a bench organizer, it excels. It lays flat, the lid stays open without fighting the hinge, and the compartments are big enough for a handful of fittings without feeling cramped.
• Drop resistance: From waist height onto plywood, the case shrugged it off. Onto concrete, the corner scuffed and the front tabs stayed latched. I wouldn’t rely on repeated drops onto hard surfaces with a heavily loaded case, but it handled the occasional oops.

Where it shines—and where it doesn’t

Strengths:
- Clear, tough lid with good visibility
- Flexible compartment layout for common fasteners and fittings
- Slim profile that stores and stacks efficiently
- Side latches that play well with compatible PRO organizers
- Light weight for grab-and-go tasks

Limitations:
- Pressure-fit plastic front tabs require care and may not suit rough handling
- No gasket; very small parts can migrate if shaken or stored on edge
- Dividers are friction-fit, not sealed; they’re easy to reconfigure but not spill-proof
- Not cross-compatible with DeWalt’s other storage ecosystems

Tips to get the most from it

• Keep the fill level just below the compartment lip to reduce lid preload and extend latch life.
• Add a thin foam insert to the lid if you carry tiny hardware or store the case on edge.
• For micro fasteners, use small bags or vials within a compartment to guarantee zero cross-migration.
• Open and close the front tabs with a centered, straight pull/push rather than prying from the corners.
• Stack and carry by the main handle; use side latches for alignment and storage, not as a primary carry point for a full stack.

Warranty and value context

The limited lifetime warranty is reassuring for the shell and hinges, though wear parts like plastic tabs are always a gray area. In terms of value, this organizer hits a sensible sweet spot for everyday storage without the cost of gasketed cases with metal hardware. You’re trading ultimate ruggedness for portability and price, and that’s a fair trade for many use cases.

Final recommendation

I recommend this organizer for light- to medium-duty storage of common jobsite hardware—screws, anchors, wire nuts, small fittings—especially if you already use DeWalt’s PRO organizers and want something slim and stackable with a clear lid. It’s compact, easy to configure, and efficient to carry.

I would not recommend it if your work depends on storing tiny fasteners that must never migrate, or if your organizers take regular abuse and you require metal latches and a gasketed seal. In those scenarios, step up to a heavier-duty, sealed organizer with more robust hardware. For everyone else, this DeWalt is a practical, budget-friendly way to keep small parts under control, provided you treat the front tabs with a bit of care and configure the interior with your parts in mind.