Is a 5-drawer vertical file cabinet worth it compared to a 4-drawer?

A 5-drawer vertical file cabinet adds roughly 20% more storage capacity over a 4-drawer in the same floor footprint — about 12–14 more inches of filing depth. The height difference is significant (typically 60–62 inches for 5-drawer vs. 52 inches for 4-drawer), with the fifth drawer sitting quite high. For most offices, a 5-drawer cabinet is worth it if you're choosing between needing two 4-drawer cabinets or one 5-drawer — the single unit saves floor space. The practical consideration: the top drawer of a 5-drawer cabinet (at 50+ inches off the floor) is appropriate for less-frequently accessed files only. For everyday-access files, 4-drawer cabinets are ergonomically better. FindOfficeFurniture.com — call 888-719-4960.