Review: Ziploc Space Bags (Travel Cubes)

[@ExhaleDreams]

Tip for doing this since we used space bags when we went to Florida, use an air mattress pump. For our way back we used a small pump to suck all the air out again. Took up no space and works just as well as a vacuum!

[@melissamaker]

Great idea!

[@princeofdarknessxyz1]

+Melissa Maker what kind of vacuum did you use? any vacuum would work?

[@DaisyMarino-mosafer]

ExhaleDreams, what kind of small pump did you use?

[@vince7735]

Wouldn't a pump pump air in and not take it out?

[@keriharguess5792]

you can remove the guard on the back of a hotel hair dryer if there is one and push the back of the dryer to it for suction.

[@Ladyleigh86]

I was traveling out to the east coast of Canada in the winter...so I needed all my snow gear bit was only taking carry on onto the plane. Bags like those saved my life! I was able to pack a weeks worth of cloths, snow pants, mitts, hat, scarf, shoes and my toiletries all in one!

[@PezzQT]

These will be great for storing winter clothes! I think I'll run to Walmart and grab a few for the family! Even bedding! O I'm getting excited to clean up and organize!

[@melissamaker]

Yes, great way to store winter clothes and bedding LOL!

[@danaadedokun21]

im so happy for a new video on this channel! I use these bags to store either winter or summer clothes. saves lots of space. but i do wash them and iron them after being for couple of months hidden away like that!

[@melissamaker]

Yes, absolutely, I agree that after being stored the clothes may benefit from a good wash!

[@ClaireElizaM]

Thinking about studying aboard in grade 11 ( which is 2 years away hahaha ) in Paris, France for the whole year so I'll be getting these then!

[@Thecrazynecklacelady]

I just purchased these for the first time, and your video popped up first. I'm living in my first investment property while remodeling and saving, and space is limited compared to my first home. With these bags, I was able to fit 2 queens comforters in an underbed box instead of 1! Sincere thanks, Jennifer Kindle Author of HOW TO BUY A HOUSE ON MINIMUM WAGE

[@daniellacseccxcsciences7461]

How long does the vacuum seal stay before they allow lots of air back in?

[@TonyHickschick]

What a good idea. I use one of those bags to store my winter quilt but I never would have thought to use it for packing a suit case. I Might think about this for an up coming trip, and wrinkles aren't too important if you are going on a casual one.

[@melissamaker]

Great - yeah, I didn't sweat about wrinkles too much :)

[@imthebossofme63]

I used the largest bags to move blankets. It worked very well, but I was able to pack so many blankets in one bag it was almost too heavy for me to lift.

[@TonyHickschick]

I like those bags but for travel I decided to go with the Eagle Creek cloth packing cubes, which is another great suitcase space saver.

[@melissamaker]

I might have to get some and try them out!

[@masumabegum9608]

That's where I've been going wrong. I jam pack it to the max and the vacuum out the air. No wonder they deflate and rip. I use them for our winter duvets and extra cushions and pillows. going to start using it for travel now though

[@melissamaker]

They have really large ones for storing bedding too...

[@TheFluffyPeacock]

I bought some similar to this to use a few years ago and I love them! The set I bought came with two medium and two large bags. You just zipped the top closed and rolled them up. And you're right...they are perfect for putting your dirty clothing in. The only problem I have had (and it had nothing to do with the bags themselves) is TSA opening them up and making a mess in my suitcase with the contents....but that's another story, lol

[@melissamaker]

Oh my gosh. Leave it to TSA to do that.

[@pogoarora7202]

My only problem with this method is hat when I just want one single item from the bag (which is in my backpack) I have to take everything out as the bag expands the moment you open it and then I have to repack the whole thing again and sometimes, I do not have the space around me to do that. How could one solve this ?

[@nawtybrunette82]

my dollar tree has similar item for 2 for a buck for the xl or 1 for a dollar for the xxl and they work great

[@melissamaker]

Yes - a lot of people have mentioned the dollar store selling alternatives - I wish I knew beforehand!

[@samanthaholder2914]

Be careful with those. You get what you pay for. I bought some and they lost their seal like a day later

[@carmenvaloroso1387]

@@samanthaholder2914 they leak

[@kishorimalvi2405]

I am off to Monaco, week on Saturday and I will be using my vacuum bag to save space, thanks for showing how you can squeeze the air out if you don't have a vacuum to hand, which will be on the way back. Thanks

[@KyAl2]

Yes, I was really happy to see the "manual" approach used and how much air was extracted.

[@kathleenwelsh7966]

I used to sell Eagle Creek luggage and supplies. They are a really durable company, but I imagine the space bags are about the same as these. I have the Ziploc ones too and an off brand. The Ziploc ones seem good.

[@melissamaker]

That's good to hear from you, then!

[@Tech_Advisor_to_CXOs]

Thanks for the review, Melissa. Does it wrinkle if you vacuum the air out without rolling it by hand?

[@og531]

Found a 15 pack box of these on Amazon for $27 US!

[@Ginagon12]

Are these allow on your carry on bag?

[@davehodges7399]

I often wondered how well these worked. thank you I'll stick with my dollarama vacuum bag in either large or extra large for two dollars and they can be filled almost to the zipper and still vacuum flat. and stay flat for over a year. as well they come with a slider to pinch while zipping that makes it so easy. keep up the great work!! look forward to more reviews. and tips!

[@melissamaker]

Thanks Dave Hodges !

[@jaclynwhite102689]

Having limited space in my house, I use these and they work pretty well. I never thought to use them for traveling. Great idea!

[@rhythmrhy1380]

Does it get wrinkles on ur clothes? Or suitable for wollen ?

[@sukanyajain105]

So glad this video exists on youtube haha! It was so straightforward and put me at ease about investing in a pack of vacuum seal bags-Thank you so muchhh

[@pamelaevans9092]

I have NEVER had these things stay flat! Ever; even the new ones. The gradually leak every time and I cannot get them to stay deflated.

[@bettybroo70]

+Pamela Evans me too. i've tried them a few times over the years, and at some point or other the seal fails. :(

[@INAVACL]

Put like tape over the seal, the air is getting in somehow

[@Vorazun]

"When packing, leave some space near the entrance of the bag where the STOP line is--that's what the line is for! The extra space creates some buffer between the zippered opening and your packed clothes, so it prevents air from leaking in. Some people tend to ignore the line and overpack. That's a mistake. Air would just eventually get back in and re-inflate your bag." -Some guy

[@iamragdollsally]

Girl, I have been using them for years! I love em' that's how I store my bedding. Which reminds me, I need to buy more of the cubed ones, after 3 years in finally ripped. Lol. The lazy way I remove the air is by laying on it, lol!!!

[@melissamaker]

hahaha, that's kind of a fun way, too!

[@sowmskamath]

Great review....Extra space in suitcase sounds tempting (especially while travelling back from India).... and I love your top... its beautiful....

[@melissamaker]

Oh thank you - it was a sale find from the Gap!

[@ajulien4835]

You stated the obvious. I want to know how long the bags stayed flat, I looked at a few vids but I'm not getting the answer to that question.

[@ambrindhala7144]

Will these bags work for thick blankets and pillows ?

[@tamakitono]

Hi Melissa, how do I clean them after putting dirty laundry and maybe some of them were wet (I have a toddler)

[@mrssmurf55]

If it were me I'd wipe it with a disinfectant wipe and then use a hair dryer on a low heat to dry it out !

[@melissamaker]

You can gently flip them inside out, spray perhaps with rubbing alcohol, wipe and then dry.

[@bgregg55]

will these discourage the cruise line's bag inspectors from pawing through your luggage or will they just rip them open & find my rum runners?

[@racheldowd4843]

Would you recommend using them for storing off season clothes or like what I would need them for, unused baby clothes?

[@melissamaker]

Yes, all of those are great ideas for this product!

[@lucybuzztv3776]

Do you need a special or certain type of vaccuum or extra hose? Or will any ordinary vaccuum do?

[@Daveaaaaa]

Do your clothes get crinkled? Wondered if you would have to iron your clothes when you arrive at your hotel.

[@mrssmurf55]

Any idea if the bundle of clothes weight more or less when vac packed? Just in Europe we are restricted to very little weight for our luggage even though you would fit more in a small case wondering would it weigh more?

[@melissamaker]

I haven't weighed the clothing, but I don't think the weight gets affected by removing the air.

[@WhatSayCrochet]

I imagine space bags would be very helpful if you were going on a backpacking trip too. By saving space with these bags you need less space so a smaller size pack saving you a few pounds.

[@LydiaTarine12]

To anyone in the USA, Dollar Tree has their version of these and so far I have heard good things!

[@melissamaker]

Good to know!

[@michaelafuchs3299]

i love love love these bags! you can fit a whole household in one suitcase :))

[@melissamaker]

Yeah, no kidding! They are so efficient!

[@riri_hins]

This is fine as long as u keep your weight according to your airline's specs.

[@melissamaker]

Yes, exactly!

[@torselen]

"But that's life." Hilarious.

[@heatherpudding]

Have you ever used these for long term out of season clothing? I'm wondering how long they keep before deflating. I want to deflate my clothes by type of clothing in bags first and then put them all in one Tupperware instead of the currently used 3 bins. Love your videos. My cleaner home thanks you too!!

[@melissamaker]

Yes, that's what a lot of folks use them for. I haven't but I think next year I just might. That seems like a great organization idea! You are most welcome, and I am so glad you love our videos :)

[@tashmarie20]

Can you suggest a hand pump that fits the valve size of that the bag? Or can you tell me the diameter of the valve?

[@deidra1678]

Might purchase for college!

[@melissamaker]

A great space saving solution!! Thanks for watching Dogma Deidra !

[@pogoarora7202]

My only problem with this method is hat when I just want one single item from the bag (which is in my backpack) I have to take everything out as the bag expands the moment you open it and then I have to repack the whole thing again and sometimes, I do not have the space around me to do that. How could one solve this ?

[@worstbehaviorstories]

Does this work well with ACU's? I'm getting ready to deploy and I want to pack light, lol and our uniform is bulky as hell.

[@aurorajane94]

+Worst Behavior Yes! I do it!

[@stephhsu86]

Do you need a special vacuum attachment for this to work? Thanks ;)

[@rhythmrhy1380]

Does it suits for wollan clothes?

[@jesusmena2260]

How much did it weight

[@ltellis63]

I really like this video. Do you find that the shape of the bag/clothing once it is compressed works well in your luggage? I find that one of the big appeals of the standard (non-compressed) packing cubes is that they put my clothes into a good shape that can be easily packed and stacked in my luggage, particularly in the carry on bags.

[@melissamaker]

Thanks Leigh Taylor Ellis ! I felt it did, it was quite easy to use. It was easy to pack and stack :)

[@ltellis63]

Good to know. Thanks!

[@CutieRingoJoy]

im having a problem, it turns hard rock so its literly unable to mold into the luggage

[@MonaMBurns]

Will try thanks

[@eddiegonzalez2883]

So...you have to take a vacuum on vacation to repack from your destination ?

[@xsjad0man]

So do they actually save space? Just it looked like I could cramp all that in my tiny suitcase if I wasn't worried about how it went in lol.

[@lolapaola200]

Do they by any chance make your suitcase lighter in weight?

[@adetounlawal906]

Exactly what i want to know before purchasing!!! If it makes the luggage lighter!

[@ConchitaProductions]

+Adetoun Lawal well technically if it is compresed and you are able to stuff more shit in your luggage it will weigh alot more than originally.

[@SallySallySourScream]

Maybe google it, you're on the internet if you're looking at this!

[@scottmagruder6907]

Very nice review. im getting ready to use them on my trip to the Cayman Islands. And your really pretty too!

[@seyriruiz5305]

When your bored at 10 pm

[@lelaariana4367]

Seyri Ruiz omg it’s 10pm rn 😂

[@adamhenry1456]

Seyri Ruiz 😂

[@Vorazun]

Hi I'm a necromancer I hope this spell brings this comment back to life.

[@Angelda.heavenly]

Me at 9:09

[@CaitlinTV]

Does this work for jeans?

[@kevindurham3704]

Yay! Product review!

[@melissamaker]

2 vids this week! :) Thanks for watching and commenting Kevin Durham !

[@Athenalovexoxo]

Thanks for the video :) very informative :) I didn't realize u could use those bags without a vacuum :) i watched both ur new videos and it's helped me thank u :)

[@melissamaker]

You are most welcome!

[@JessicaReinke]

The darn zipper on mine always pops off

[@melissamaker]

I had the same issue - they snap back on as easily as they fall off - but it's still an annoyance! What do you think of them otherwise? Thanks for watching Jessie Reinke !

[@fhockey9932]

Did you take these on an airplane?

[@livelovelaugh473]

Melissa Maker As asked by another viewer, did you feel that it made your luggage lighter ?

[@robhingston]

Where I get them ?

[@sandrafofie4473]

Did it save any weight?

[@butterfly2canada]

what about the weight? Do they weight the same or less? just curious because on my next trip i may have clothes to give away to family and friends but dont want to pay extra at the aeroport .

[@user-ju5df5bf1p]

they weigh more

[@Besyl]

Ana Yes! Nobody tells the story of how removing air adds 3-6x extra weight. (Not really, people. It'll weigh the same.)

[@ProgressiveHouse94]

very useful thank you

[@kalenagy]

My experience was that the sealing pin/slider falls off easily and the air seeps back in

[@rolfanders6919]

yes mine as well!!!!!

[@frostflower5555]

So what do you do? I don't want them all to deflate while in my closet-it might bust my closet door?

[@poojamusai2629]

What if I don't have vacuum pump? If I buy storage bag with air pump will it work? will 150 Watt air pump be helpful to deflate air from jumbo bag?Please reply fast

[@eorti003]

Can you re-use the same Ziploc bag more than once?

[@ConchitaProductions]

Yes, they are 25$ for 5, for that price they must be reusable otherwise it would alot of money down the drain.

[@bobcarr2464]

what no vacuum noise

[@BriNguyen]

Super helpful! thanks a lot!

[@83optics]

i missed this channel. the thumbnail still of this video is awesome.

[@melissamaker]

LOL Chad picked it. I was not a fan...

[@Eccentric-YURR]

Do you think this would save money when you’re selling clothing online?

[@just4therecord]

I borrowed the hotel cleaner’s vacuum. 😬

[@shari04]

Great review, thank you!

[@eiojgahum]

instead of putting my things on a ziplock, i used roadeavour's travel toiletry kit

[@gregdiamond6173]

I'm using them to pack for a move and putting clothes in right up to the fill line then using the vacuum and it's getting nowhere near that small. it's getting small but nothing like the box. anyone else used them to move and not just for a vacation? also anyone else filled them as full as they can go and then vacuumed out all the air?

[@melissamaker]

Was the seal closed properly?

[@gregdiamond6173]

Everything was sealed fully they also break way to easy not worth 20 bucks a box great idea horrible product

[@Grace-fu1yc]

I bought one of these and they have this weird odor & it made all of my CLEAN clothes stink. Anyone know a way to get the odor out?

[@tien315]

Pour chili on them, then wash again so washing doesn't feel unneeded.

[@myaalexis4763]

Does it weigh less ?

[@stephdcc788]

Mya Alexis no... it doesn't change the weight of the clothes.

[@user-ju5df5bf1p]

I use a different brand but it will make it heavier because it becomes more condensed

[@oreobenavidez5870]

I like the way you pack your clothes all neat than pack his how ever lol

[@abigailhorner6685]

how about how to wash your furniture that can't be washed in a machine

[@binkokim2153]

+Abigail Estrada I thinks the other packing cubes maybe much better that can wash easy, also use waterproof materials, if water on the outside, just weep it. EASY PACKING, just 23.99 free shipping, you can reference it, recommend it by myself for amazon Yanuoki packing cubes

[@binkokim2153]

+Binko Kim can look at this video also can directly by from here, www.amazon.com/review/R2AUMMSUCUDKE/ref=pe_1098610_137716200_cm_rv_eml_rv0_rv

[@RamonaMcKean]

Thank you. I'm heading for China and will give them a try! :-)

[@MrOrthopedia]

I didn't think they made them after all those years.

[@twent-qm9db]

Handbags how to solve

[@casiunangelnetta]

Doesn’t it wrinkle your clothes?

[@chosenmoi777]

Will you do an apartment tour pls. Thank you :)

[@melissamaker]

We have a house tour up on Clean My Space!

[@sailorsaturn305]

Why did she pick it up and drop it like it was disgusting

[@lesleyvivien2876]

Can't listen with the thumping in the background - sorry.

[@amelialin8090]

I feel like it’s the same effect as rolling ur clothes. Doesn’t make a big difference

[@shizuktesar4747]

rl suntan

[@AerielFerguson]

Is it just more or are li ks not working?!!

[@Ojeramup12]

Used these but I had to pay $60.00 to carry vacuum cleaner.

[@BubbleGumzKorner]

It says not to vacuum. OK. You vacuumed it going ON your trip, if you're on a cruise, you can't vacuum on your way back to get the same results. I wouldn't reccommend using a one way vacuum, as it's not a realistic judge of how much space you have. 🤷🏽

[@Stella-cf4cl]

MeToo84 you can just get a travel vacuum or pump

[@melnee]

The video came across like it was sponsored

[@coes9478]

U should do a giveaway for house hold orginizing things..... just a suggestion... :) ily! And u save my life orginizing

[@melissamaker]

Good idea!

[@ninjanerdstudent6937]

With all the space you save, take a small & powerful dirt devil. Solve the problems of the wrinkles with the hotel's iron. Done. Problems solved. I'm doing this next time.

[@Jodelorakel]

Simba or just pack normal? it's lighter and you won't need to iron

[@peapod14]

Nice username and picture

[@vince7735]

I wouldn't want to put dirty clothes in them when I'm returning home.

[@Nboudreault009]

ok but when you're travelling, you,re not go with the vacuum,!!!!

[@melissamaker]

That's why I showed both the rolling and the vacuuming technique :) Thanks for watching Michel Beaulieu :)

[@mrssmurf55]

If your at a hotel if you ask the cleaning staff they always let u have their hoover for a few mins to pack just don't forgot to tip those hard working people!

[@jasminemalbeuf6792]

Don't those cripple your clothes

[@melissamaker]

They wrinkle them a little bit..

[@reaganclark540]

Not being rude but so much talking