Compression Packing Cubes, Gonex Extensible Storage Mesh Bags Organizers

So first off, when I travel (which is usually for a week or less), I rarely unpack my suitcase; I don't start hanging things up or using the dresser drawers. I live out of the suitcase. For my trip last week, I had to pack for cooler weather, which of course means more and heavier clothes, maybe boots, and so on. And with air travel being what it is, especially for us poor folks who travel basic economy and have to pay for the air we breathe, no carry-ons are allowed, we get hit with checked-bag fees and weight limits, etc. Therefore, I was worried that my luggage (one "carry-on" and one "under-seat/personal item"), would be an issue. I normally use Space Bags, which work very well, but the problem is that some of them require a vacuum to suck the air out, so although I could do that at home for the trip out, I knew I wouldn't have access to a vacuum when packing to come back. I considered getting one of those suitcases that becomes a "closet," but they're not cheap (and right now I'm unemployed), and honestly the luggage I have is fine. So I saw these compression organizer bags and decided to try them. There are multiple useful sizes in this bunch, they have a really nice floral design, they have a silky feel, the zippers seem very well made, and I'll jump ahead and tell you that when I got home and ran them thru the washer and dryer, they came out FINE (although the instructions say to hand wash and line dry). In the largest one, I fit the following: a pair of heavy jeans; a pair of sweat pants; 2 pairs of workout-type leggings; 5 T-shirts, a tank top, 2 long-sleeved shirts, one long-sleeved thermal shirt, 4 pairs of socks, 2 pairs of PJs, and a workout resistance band. There may have been a couple other things in there, but the point is, it literally held ALL my clothes for the week. There was no problem closing the regular zipper, or the second zipper that provides the "compression." I put that in quotes because the front of the bag has mesh, so air gets in and out, but it stayed nice and flat. With a little attention, the second (compression) zipper did fine and didn't snag the inside fabric at all, something I had heard someone complain about. In one of the smaller bags, I fit all my undergarments (so, 4 or 5 bras, 6 pairs of panties) with room to spare, and in another I put some toiletries, also with room to spare. I used another bag to put some electronic-type stuff (chargers, cables, night-lights, extension cord, etc), and coming home I used the laundry bag to re-pack all the dirty stuff, which fit quite nicely, just to keep it a little separate from the clean stuff, even though I wash everything once I get home. Going and coming home, I had room to spare in the carry-on suitcase, even with the addition of an umbrella, a pair of sneakers, a travel hairdryer, and a travel pillow, all in the main compartment. I could easily have fit another pair of shoes (or even boots) and more in there. I don't think I could have achieved this with my usual Space Bags. Before Space Bags, I used to "flat pack," but again, unless you organize your stuff in smaller bags (preferably see-through), you are going to be digging thru the entire suitcase to find the item you need. I know there are people who think rolling their clothes is the best way, but the same problem occurs; unless you put your rolled stuff into separate bags, you are going to be digging thru the suitcase to pull out what you need. Note that if you're the kind of person who unpacks on arrival, these might not be as crucial for you. Bottom line, I do think the compression aspect helps, and I do think that this particular brand does a nice job all around in terms of the features and quality as mentioned above. It's a great way to organize things and save space, and the mesh panels are really helpful, to see what's in each bag.

These really worked great to not only fit everything in our suitcase but to keep things organized on our trip. The material they are made of seems really nice and well made. Can even use them to go to the gym and keep clothes handy to throw in the wash when returning home. The price was very reasonable.

I’ve used packing cubes in the past but I was curious about compression cubes and if they would work better. I saw this brand mentioned on a YouTube travel channel, and figured I’d try them for my 2025 Alaska cruise. They worked better than I imagined. Now I admit I had to purchase a couple of sets of more compression cube. Packing for Alaska, isn’t like packing for a Caribbean cruise. Your clothes will be bulkier. You will have sweaters, hoodies, coats, thermals, etc. Plus, I needed to be even better organized; a stroke affected my optic nerves so my vision is less than perfect. The cubes helped keep things in order. Each one worked as designed. I was able to pack down all necessary items, with space to put the leggings in one medium one, sweaters in a second etc. Smaller bags were good for accessories like socks and my beanie. The larger bags I used for my bulkier coats, which is why I ordered a second set. In the end the cubes were so versatile I had to make sure I didn’t lack too much. The clothing remained wrinkle free, and except for dresses or skirts, I placed the entire cube inside my stateroom drawers to keep things under control. The zippers worked just find, even when under a bit of strain or pressure, and each cube was very light and unlike the original packing cube of 10 to 15 years ago. Along with that extra ZIP giving you a tiny more space was beneficial, as real estate inside one’s luggage is prime. As I starred, this was packing for an Alaskan cruise. You might not need as much for a weekend getaway or a warm weather cruise. But it was nice “stretching” then to the maximum to see if they would hold up. Each bag did, and I will be using them again for my 10-day cruise to Iceland/Greenland,Quebec. Very useful and recommended.

I recently bought these Gonex Compression Packing Cubes for my 12-year-old son, who alternates weekly between my house and his mother's, and they have been a good addition to his travel routine. These packing cubes have made organizing his school clothes, shoes, jacket, Nintendo Switch case, and personal items a breeze, ensuring everything has its place and is easy to find. The durability of these cubes stands out, especially considering the frequent use by a busy and active pre-teen. They've held up well so far, showing no early signs of wear and tear. The zippers are sturdy and easy for him to use. The compression feature of these cubes is great. It's impressive how much we can fit into each cube, especially his bulkier items like jackets and sneakers, and then compress them down to fit snugly in his luggage bag. This has allowed him to carry all he needs without having to send more bags due to space constraints. The assortment of cube sizes is ideal for his varied items. The larger cubes accommodate his gym clothing, sweater, and jacket, while the smaller ones are perfect for shirts, pants, and socks . The mesh tops are particularly useful, making it easy for him to see where everything is at a glance and helping keep his clothes fresh. These packing cubes have also instilled in him a sense of responsibility and organization. He takes pride in packing his bag now, knowing exactly where each item should go. It's been a great way to teach him about managing his belongings and making his weekly transitions smoother. He also loves the blue! These are a game changer. They keep his luggage organized, make packing and unpacking simple, and are durable enough. I highly recommend them for children’s luggage.

This Compression Packing Cubes set is a total success! It works super well for organizing clothes and saving space in the suitcase. The zippers are sturdy, the material feels durable, and the compression really makes a difference when packing. Highly recommend for travel. ⸻ Pros: • Saves space in luggage • Durable material • Strong zippers • Great for organizing clothes Cons: • None so far

The photo I provided is of the largest cube that comes in the set. I fit TEN pairs of jeans in there! The other cubes get smaller in size from this one. There's 2 sized a little smaller than this big one in the photo that were perfect for all my shirts, shorts and dresses and then 2 much smaller ones that I used for socks and underwear. I brought 3 dresses, 4 pairs of shorts and about 20 shirts on my trip to give you an idea of how much I fit in those 2 bags and the one I used for underwear held 20 with room for more. I only packed about 5 pairs of socks as I wore sandals most of my trip so that little bag had tons of room left for more stuff. The set also comes with a laundry/shoe bag. I used it for my dirty laundry as I have other shoe bags I used, but it could be for either and is quite roomy. Combined all the cubes held all my clothes for a 2 week trip and kept everything so nicely organized and left my luggage with so much more room for shoes and other items I needed. Typically when I travel I end up having to pack and repack multiple times to make everything fit, but having these cubes made it so much easier and I fit a lot more than usual. It was nice to know exactly where everything was during my trip as well, rather than pulling everything out of the luggage to find the one item I wanted. I visit multiple destinations on a trip so am never in one place for long where I would unpack my suitcase, and these bags made it so easy to just grab what I needed quickly without making a mess out of the rest of my luggae. They are made really well and the zippers are strong and really hold up to being packed full as possible. I stuffed them with a lot and thought there would be no way they were going to compress without ripping or breaking a zipper, but they all did perfectly! Also, despite how much I crammed into each one I never needed an iron on my trip! My clothes stayed amazingly wrinkle free. I would definitely recommend!

Excellent way to organize and reduce the size of a pile of clothes. BUT you have to understand what these are and are not. Use them right, know they don't pack quite as tight as plastic bags, and you'll probably decide this is the better way to travel. The Gonex packing cubes are NOT plastic bags with one way vents that you squeeze, roll or (gently) lie until virtually all the air is squeezed out. And because they're not of plastic, they won't fail in a distant hotel when you discover a hole in the plastic. That's what they're not. What the Gonex cubes are is a set of 5 packing cubes such as you already may have. There is a zipper around the top to stuff items in. PLUS there is a second, lower expansion zipper (a gusseted zipper) as on suitcases that expand by 1-2 inches. Do this: * Undo the zipper and the packing cube roughly doubles in height. * Stuff in as much as you can. Too little and you won't compress enough. Too much and you won't get the zipper to work. * Close the top zipper. * Start to close the lower zipper. Lean on the bag or push it down to compress the clothes. You may have to stick a finger between the zipper and the excess nylon fabric that wants to get caught in the zipper, especially going around corners. After a half-dozen trips, I've gotten proficient at stuffing in clothes and getting each bag closed. I found the two middle sizes to be most useful. The biggest one just barely fits in a carry-on suitcase. Bottom line: All works well except the hassle of getting the zipper closed. It compresses almost as tightly as a plastic bag bit without the chances of failure from a sharp object poking through. You pack so tightly that your concern with air travel is not getting enough clothes in the suitcase, but with having a suitcase too heavy to check without a heavy-bag fee. The Gonex Compression Packing Cubes are one of the nicest travel accessories I've seen. [Yes, I bought the product. No handout.]

Disappointed- they run small to mini. I found the compression ok but won’t be using them. I can pack more efficiently