You are sourcing cabinets for a large project and need a supplier with serious capacity. You think the biggest player must be the safest bet, but you worry that "biggest" might also mean inflexible and overpriced.

MasterBrand Cabinets is the largest cabinet manufacturer in the United States by a significant margin. They operate a massive network of manufacturing facilities and own numerous well-known brands that dominate the retail and builder markets across the country.

When B2B buyers like you and I look for a major supplier, MasterBrand’s name always comes up first. As an international sales specialist, I’ve seen their products in countless projects. They are a powerhouse, capable of supplying huge developments with standardized products efficiently. But here’s the reality I’ve learned over many years: their size is both a strength and a weakness. Their systems are built for mass production, which means less room for customization, longer lead times for anything non-standard, and prices that reflect their significant overhead. While they are a giant in the US market, they are not the only solution, especially for buyers who need more than just a name brand.

What is the largest cabinet company in the US?

You’re trying to map the industry landscape to identify the key players. You need to know who the leader is and what that means for your procurement strategy.

MasterBrand Cabinets is the undisputed largest cabinet company in the US. They own a portfolio of brands including Aristokraft, Diamond, Decora, and Schrock, giving them dominant market share in both the new construction and remodeling sectors.

Their scale is truly impressive. I’ve worked on projects where developers specified MasterBrand by default because of their vast distribution network and ability to deliver consistent products to multiple sites across the country. They have perfected the art of scalable, repeatable manufacturing. If your project involves hundreds of identical kitchens for a tract home development and you need a supplier with a bulletproof domestic supply chain, they are an incredibly safe choice. The challenge arises when your project requires even minor deviations from their standard catalog. Their sheer size makes them less agile, and getting custom solutions can feel like turning a battleship.

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Who makes the highest quality kitchen cabinets?

You know that the biggest company doesn’t always equal the best product. You need cabinets that will stand the test of time and reflect well on your project, avoiding costly callbacks and unhappy clients.

"Highest quality" is subjective and depends on your goals. For pure handcrafted luxury, small bespoke shops like Christopher Peacock set the standard. For factory-produced quality, brands like Plain & Fancy or MasterBrand’s Decora line are strong. However, many specialized export factories now match or exceed this quality with better value.

For a commercial buyer like Jacky, "quality" isn’t just about a brand name; it’s a specific set of technical standards. It means using ¾-inch plywood for cabinet boxes, solid wood dovetailed drawers, premium soft-close hardware from brands like Blum, and durable, multi-layer finishes that meet environmental standards like CARB Phase 2. The interesting development I’ve seen over the last decade is that you no longer have to pay a premium US brand price to get this level of quality. I work directly with factories in dedicated manufacturing hubs like Foshan, China, that produce cabinets to these exact specifications for B2B clients worldwide. They supply some of the top hotel and apartment projects in North America, offering the same high-grade materials and construction but with greater flexibility and at a more competitive price point because their business model is built on direct partnership, not retail markups.

How many cabinet manufacturers are there in the USA?

You look at the market and it seems impossibly fragmented. You’re wondering if you’re dealing with a few giants or thousands of small shops.

There are over 8,000 cabinet manufacturers in the USA, according to industry data. However, this number is misleading for a commercial buyer, as the vast majority are small, local workshops with fewer than five employees. The market is heavily consolidated at the top.

Don’t let that 8,000 number fool you. For a large-scale hospitality or multi-family project, your realistic options are not in the thousands. You can immediately disqualify the 7,500+ small shops that lack the production capacity, automated machinery, and logistical capabilities to handle a high-volume order. This leaves you with a few dozen regional players and a handful of national giants, with MasterBrand sitting at the very top. This is precisely why so many experienced B2B buyers have started looking globally. They realize their true choice is not between 8,000 US companies, but between a few rigid domestic giants and a growing number of highly capable international partners. These overseas factories offer the scale of a large manufacturer combined with the flexibility of a custom shop, filling a crucial gap in the market.

Which company is best for cabinets?

Ultimately, you need to make a decision. You want to cut through the noise and partner with the company that is truly the best fit for your specific business needs.

The "best" company depends entirely on your project’s priorities. For standardized, large-volume domestic projects where brand name is key, MasterBrand is a top choice. For projects requiring customization, cost-effectiveness, and design flexibility, a specialized overseas manufacturer is often the superior strategic partner.

I guide clients through this decision every day. The right choice comes down to a simple trade-off analysis. Are you willing to pay a premium for a domestic brand name and an established distribution network, even if it means sacrificing flexibility? Or is your priority to get more value, better materials, and a custom design for your budget by partnering directly with a manufacturer? For many of my B2B clients in Canada and the US, the answer has become clear. They can achieve a higher-spec result—with plywood boxes, premium hardware, and custom finishes—for the same price as a standard particleboard offering from a domestic giant. The "best" company is the one that helps you deliver a superior product to your end-customer while protecting your project’s bottom line.

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Conclusion

MasterBrand is America’s largest cabinet maker, ideal for standard projects. But for B2B buyers needing custom solutions and better value, smart global sourcing from China is often the superior choice.