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Gonex Compression Packing Cubes, Expandable Packing Organizers 4pcs...
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Top positive review
Works As Described With One Minor Flaw
August 31, 2018
I'm giving this product 4 stars because it does what it says it will do - I was able to fit 11 tops, 7 pairs of shorts, 3 workout outfits (pants and tanks) and one set of pajamas in the large cube, and it compressed to about half its height once it was all zipped up. I'm deducting one star because you have to zip the compression part up VERY carefully - I mean, ridiculously carefully - or the inner fabric in the zipper track will get caught in the zipper, resulting in the zipper not being able to move backward or forward. When this happens, you will totally have to unzip the cube in order to remove the fabric from the zipper. If the cube if full, you need to follow the zipper around with your finger underneath it and tuck in the sides until it's completely zipped. Not a deal-breaker, but it will be pain if you're in a hurry to pack and have to unpack/repack everything to fix the zipper.
I haven't used these for my trip yet but if anything changes I will update my review after I return.
I haven't used these for my trip yet but if anything changes I will update my review after I return.
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Top critical review
Do yourself a favor and invest in a different brand!
November 2, 2018
MAJOR DESIGN FLAW. Should've listened to other reviewers who said the zipper gets stuck on the inside fabric when compressing. I've literally spent a half an hour trying to unstick and back up the zipper only to get more fabric stuck. It's impossible. I even went ahead and lead with my finger when zipping thinking that won't happen to leave if I'm careful. Well it was. The frustration is not worth it. Even though they pack you rthings nicely.
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August 23, 2018
Better value than the 3-pack in my opinion! These bags are larger overall - I assumed the smaller three would be the same as the 3-pack I also purchased but these are overall a better scale. The largest one is the same size as the interior of my carry on hard side roller bag and the other three make great components. Easy to zip, as long as you aren’t over filling the bags. These are most effective when not already stuffed before compression - fill about 75% capacity and zip to compress, and you will fit more in your suitcase. It took some experimenting to figure out the best capacity but I ultimately was able to use these to fit all my clothes for a 3 week trip combining work office visits and beach vacation into a carry on bag!
June 28, 2018
These are great products. The large bag is probably too large. My stuff just sort of sloshes around in it. It was even too big for a suit and slacks. I'd say the second and third smallest bags are most useful.
March 4, 2019
I haven't gone on a long trip yet, but I have used one of the bags (the 14x10) in my 5.11 Moab 10 for clothes for an overnight a few times. On the overnight I decided to not use it, I really missed the organization - that is, I missed being able to pull the bag with my clothes out so I could get to the other stuff in my bag easily, without having the clothes falling out everywhere. I have ordered the larger set for my upcoming 2-week trip.
As some have mentioned, when zipping the compression zipper, it is really easy to snag, and that makes for a difficult mess. The solution is to keep your finger including a knuckle on the inside of the zipper to keep the material clear of the zipper. Works every time that way.
As some have mentioned, when zipping the compression zipper, it is really easy to snag, and that makes for a difficult mess. The solution is to keep your finger including a knuckle on the inside of the zipper to keep the material clear of the zipper. Works every time that way.
July 29, 2019
I purchased three sets of these bags (two in charcoal and one in black) for my family to pack for a 10 day trip to California. When I first opened them I scoffed at their size and assumed I'd be returning them and buying plastic space bags. Wow was I surprised! We rolled our clothing items and were able to pack jeans, shorts, long sleeves, short sleeves, undies and socks for 10 days in each set! The bags squished down (I wouldn't say compressed) nicely making them very compact giving us the extra room we needed in our luggage for other items. A couple of bags were so stuffed that when zipping the outer zipper I just knew something would split - nope! So far they are very durable. We stayed in four different locations during our travels and the bags helped to keep our things organized and believe it or not, minimally wrinkled. I'm not sure how well they will do with bulky sweaters or hoodies but for everything else they're great! We will used these bags for all of our travels from now on. Highly recommend.
July 27, 2019
I use a backpack and these cubes with their size and rounded corners made packing a breeze. The assorted sizes were perfect for the various compartments. The compression, while not extreme (did not flatten cubes), did compress enough to allow me to pack a week's worth of travel togs and other necessities in the backpack. The cubes seem durable and they are lightweight.
October 22, 2019
These worked so well for my wife and I as we traveled across Europe for three weeks! I ended up buying one for myself and then getting a second set for my wife after we liked them so much. These so-far have been durable yet lightweight and perfectly-sized.
For my use, I packed in the following manner:
Smallest - socks (6 pairs) and underwear (six pairs)
2nd Smallest - pants (three pair folded) and shorts (two pair)
2nd Biggest - Tshirts (eight folded), Button-up shirt (one folded), Light sweater (one, folded)
Biggest - reserved for laundry (note: this contained smells really well but only put dry stuff inside)
For my use, I packed in the following manner:
Smallest - socks (6 pairs) and underwear (six pairs)
2nd Smallest - pants (three pair folded) and shorts (two pair)
2nd Biggest - Tshirts (eight folded), Button-up shirt (one folded), Light sweater (one, folded)
Biggest - reserved for laundry (note: this contained smells really well but only put dry stuff inside)
August 7, 2019
I went online searching for ways to pack more items in my suitcase without wrinkling my clothes. After several tips, I was told to try packing cubes! I reviewed several brands and decided to choose this brand based on reviews. It was worth the money spent! My clothes were not wrinkled when we arrived for our vacation! They are easy to zip, and I love that you can buy different colors to separate different family members clothing. It was so nice to be able to hand my older child his packing cubes are you tell him to please unpack and put them away! I will use this from now on every time I travel for my sanity!
October 21, 2019
These bags have joined us on several trips, including camping trips. They appear to be holding up well after repeated abuse, washings, and stuffings. Be mindful of the compression zippers: if they eat the underlaying material, you usually have completely unzip and start again. Nothing a little patience and caution can't fix.
September 28, 2019
These worked out great for traveling. I go on 2 cruises a year and fly to other places for work and pleasure. To give you an idea of what they hold I packed in the:
XL bag - 2 pants, 3 shorts, 3 gym shorts, L bag - 4 short sleeve shirts, 3 long sleeve shirts, 2 gym shirts, M bag- 4 gym shirts, 3 t shirts, Sm bag - 2 swim trunks, 3 tank tops.
I bought a separate different brand tubular bag for underwear and socks and stuffed 10 prs socks and underwear in it. Added 4 pairs of shoes , my suit, belts, and toiletry bag to a 25" suitcase.
XL bag - 2 pants, 3 shorts, 3 gym shorts, L bag - 4 short sleeve shirts, 3 long sleeve shirts, 2 gym shirts, M bag- 4 gym shirts, 3 t shirts, Sm bag - 2 swim trunks, 3 tank tops.
I bought a separate different brand tubular bag for underwear and socks and stuffed 10 prs socks and underwear in it. Added 4 pairs of shoes , my suit, belts, and toiletry bag to a 25" suitcase.
July 21, 2019
Love, love having this for my travels. I used it three times so far and it has helped my take my few extras I like to take and help keep me organized it doesn’t seem to take me very long to pack up at the end of my trip. I like to take an empty one for my dirty laundry.
