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Can't believe I'm so excited about this product, but I am. These storage bins are very sturdy, good quality, and the perfect size for me. They hold a lot but aren't too heavy for me to lift when full. For the first one I filled up, I was able to roll up 2 Belgium linen flat sheets, one fitted sheet, and two pillow cases and I still had a little more room left over. I was able to comfortably store several purses into another container. I plan on ordering more of this size after I finish cleaning out our walk-in closet. I highly recommend this product!

I originally bought these boxes to use for moving. We liked them so well I bought more for my son to use in his garage for storage ofseasonal items. They are sturdy and have locking handles that hold the lids in place. We are extremely happy with these and have themin 3 sizes. We also use them for blanket storage in the house and for storing Christmas and other seasonal decorations. They stack beautifully,

If you are debating what size of storage container to use here is my input. I have limited strength and am also short and with smaller hands making it a bit more of a challenge to pick up large and/or heavy container boxes. I have 18 qt, 50 qt and 70 qt containers. I protect items with bubble-wrap baggies and/or their original packaging. The 18 quart size is perfect for keeping fragile items by type (sewing, tea sets, home decor, ornaments, etc) or for paper materials (like music practice books, photos, keepsake art, etc). Since there is less wasted air space in the 18 qt than the larger containers it ultimately takes less closet space to store the same number of items in 18 qt containers than larger containers. It is easier to store the 18 qt size on shelving and it is much easier to carry. The largest containers work best for off-season bedding & clothing. The in-between sizes work well for clothing and lots of other items but don't fill them up with books or anything heavy as it will be difficult to move. The handle clips are fairly sturdy - out of all the container boxes I have purchased maybe one box was missing one handle and none of the other handles have been defective in any way.

I LOVE these bins. They are durable stackable and affordable. I use mine for toy storage. Link on Logs, Legos, Kenex, playmobil, take apart toys and more. What's really great is the kids can carry them to what ever room they want to play in. We also use them for road trips easy to have kids pick one or two bins to take to a hotel.

I bought these when I moved and they were great! Instead of buying and wasting flimsy moving boxes, I opted for these containers instead. They kept my items safe and dry during my move. What I really liked about them is the size. They are like the huge containers where you'll over fill them and then they become too heavy to carry. I liked these for all my smaller items but it kept me from over stuffing and was easy to carry. After my move, I used most of them for storage of my random items that I have no home for. And the remaining containers I was able to stack. And because I seem to move pretty often, I will be able to reuse for the next move. In my opinion this is definitely the economical option especially because it can be re-used and then used for storage.

We're fairly active in a number of hobbies that require gear: photography, camping/hiking, athletics/sports, sewing, woodworking. So, when my partner and I moved into a fairly small rental, I was given permission to cull and organize our things. I've bought two sets of these and the 18-quart counterpart Sterilite 19848006 18-Quart Ultra Storage Box, White Lid See-Through Base with Black Latches, 6-Pack, and I'm nearly ready to get more.We store *everything* in these and store the boxes on a set of metal wire racks. They made our recent move remarkably simple and are holding up to regular abuse.

These are just about the perfect size for me. I placed video games, books, hint guides, and game controllers in them and it was a reasonable size and weight to move and store. I particularly like the latching system which wraps around the lis and the container, locking them securely together. I've already ordered three batches of these containers as both my wife and I continue to find new uses. They stack well, too.

If you are debating what size of storage container to use here is my input. I have limited strength and am also short and with smaller hands making it a bit more of a challenge to pick up large and/or heavy container boxes. I have 18 qt, 50 qt and 70 qt containers. I protect items with bubble-wrap baggies and/or their original packaging. The 18 quart size is perfect for keeping fragile items by type (sewing, tea sets, home decor, ornaments, etc) or for paper materials (like music practice books, photos, keepsake art, etc). Since there is less wasted air space in the 18 qt than the larger containers it ultimately takes less closet space to store the same number of items in 18 qt containers than larger containers. It is easier to store the 18 qt size on shelving and it is much easier to carry. The largest containers work best for off-season bedding & clothing. The in-between sizes work well for clothing and lots of other items but don't fill them up with books or anything heavy as it will be difficult to move. The handle clips are fairly sturdy - out of all the container boxes I have purchased maybe one box was missing one handle and none of the other handles have been defective in any way.

This containers works perfectly for storing cleaning products under the sink. I also use it to store bath products cabinets in the bathrooms have not had any leaks or busted containers. I stacked all six containers (fully loaded) and no busted lids so these are definitely strong.

Really like the containers. They were the right size and perfect for what I need them for. I use them to store my Christmas decor, magazines/books and craft supplies. I have not used them with anything extremely heavy but they do look like they would break obviously break with a super heavy object. They fit just about anywhere and really helped me organize my clutter. The lid and latches are very easy to put on and take off, they to stay on properly and they are easy to carry around.

These are the best! My shoes all have their own home now, and they stay clean and off the floor!

These boxes are nice and sturdy, and the lids fit snugly. All of mine arrived in mint condition. I purchased these specifically to help organize my craft room - yarn is taking over! Now, I can find a given weight and color of yarn at a glance. I'm also being saved from some of those impulse buys (okay, not all) since I can see right away what I have. Will order more storage boxes soon to finish out the yarn stash, and get going on the sewing material . . . .

These are great, a huge help when moving, and good for storage around the house. The plastic seems of good quality. The lids seem slightly flimsy, but when in-place on the box with the handles locked in, they're fine. They stack 3-4 high without any problem, even when full of books. The handles lock securely and unlock easily, and provide good grip for carrying.One thing to note: there are small gaps in the plastic around the handle hinges, so these are obviously not airtight, so maybe not good for, e.g. long-term storage of humidity-sensitive items in a non-air-conditioned storage unit.The only real complaint I have is that the price went up by a few dollars a box, and they seem somewhat expensive. But they seem sturdy enough that I think they will last a long time.

I actually purchased these by accident thinking they were a larger size, but decided to keep them anyway. I used these during a recent cross-country move - moving boxes are expensive and these were only slightly more money. They offered a lot of great advantages during the move - I could see what was inside of each bin so I didn't have to tear through cardboard boxes trying to locate one thing that I needed. They're obviously also reusable and now we can use them for storage in our basement, garage, etc. They are a bit of an odd size (at least in my opinion) - a little bit too large for storage in a closet, but a little bit too small for a garage. Overall, I'm really happy I purchased these - I love having things organized and this really helps!

I thought I'd replace the Xerox paper boxes I use for storage. These are great since I can see through them and spot which one has what I'm looking for. The bad is the severe tapering from top to bottom. I had to refold clothing I stored in the Xerox boxes to fit at the bottom. Toward the top, these boxes are about the same size. Don't know why the manufacturer had to put in the taper, except to make them stackable for shipping.

This 30-Quart Storage Container really nice and sturdy. My choice was clear I wanted clear storage container, so you can see what is inside, it makes it easy to locate your items without attaching the labels. Consider the width of this container, some of the items needs to stand up, so you can fit more like books that's perfect choice . This is the reason I gave it 4 stars, I thought it much wider, that's why you need to consider what you'll be putting inside. Otherwise it's a great product, latches very well made and hold strong . I like these containers , but needed to buy the other sizes too.

I store off season and too small kids clothes in the attic just in case more kids are in our future in various brands and sizes of tubs. I recently got them all down to comb through for a garage sale, and in almost every box except these, the clothes had some yellow spots on them, possibly mouse urine or bug guts. The latches on these keep things out. The only thing I would improve is to make the ends square instead of curvy. That would make for a more efficient use of the space. Otherwise, excellent.

I bought these about two years ago to organize things in my garage, and they have held up very well. Here is a summary of my usage experience:POSITIVES:1. They look nice and are stackable. I have stacked no more than two (quite full) and it held without any problems.2. They latches are firm and sturday and unlikely to break.NEGATIVES:1. These are not rectangular with fairly deep grooves all the way down under the latch. This can limit the storage options.2. The lid fits securely near the latches, but not in the center portion. This can be a concern if your contents need tight closing.OTHER:The bottom is smooth but not appropriate for sliding, and they can leave marks on the shelf surface if you try sliding them out. You may like to put felt pads at the bottom.I have started using Sterlite more than Rubbermaid over the last 3 years, and am very pleased with them. They can be a formidable competition for Rubbermaid if they can improve the design a bit more.

These are great what can I say. I think they are getting a bit expensive though. I like clear bins only so I can see what is inside. Cleaning the house of all unused items but need to keep some things. Nice to get everything in easy to use same size units for smaller items.

I went off to college and wanted to pack my highschool memories away (letterman, awards, etc), and this exceeded my expectations, was able to pack my items adequately, except the price is kind of heart-breaking haha.

We've been using them a few months as toy bins and they have held up great. No cracks or breaks yet. Not as thick of plastic as we usually buy but has not been an issue yet.

These containers have been very helpful to me and my wife in cleaning and organizing our house. The only thing I wish they had was a more secure locking system.

I purchased these storage containers based on wanting the same storage containers that I have at home. I took the measurements and size into account, I even read the other reviews which stated that they were small but thought nothing of it since I measured them and they were the same size that I had at home.They arrived and while the quality is excellent and exactly what I was looking for to match our other storage bins, they're much smaller than my other storage bins that I measured that were supposed to be the same size. They're a decent size for storing small items such as a pair of shoes which is great if that is what you're trying to store.I'm keeping them because I don't want to take the time to send them back but I'm unable to use them for what I had originally purchased them for which was for storing my daughter's clothes.

I actually purchased these by accident thinking they were a larger size, but decided to keep them anyway. I used these during a recent cross-country move - moving boxes are expensive and these were only slightly more money. They offered a lot of great advantages during the move - I could see what was inside of each bin so I didn't have to tear through cardboard boxes trying to locate one thing that I needed. They're obviously also reusable and now we can use them for storage in our basement, garage, etc. They are a bit of an odd size (at least in my opinion) - a little bit too large for storage in a closet, but a little bit too small for a garage. Overall, I'm really happy I purchased these - I love having things organized and this really helps!

I purchased this product and was happy on the timely arrival and the product sturdiness. I was however disappointed with the size, it's appeared larger in the picture than it really is. I will keep the containers but must order a larger size. I don't think its appropriate for storing clothes, due the its size being much smaller than illustrated in the picture.

These boxes are a good size for sheet music, but one of the lids was cracked when I received them. I hesitate to stack them on top of one another. The price is very good when compared to local stores carrying the same type of plastic boxes.

These will be great bins. I was super excited to get things organized today but my package only had 4, not 6. Not sure how that happens, especially since it's in a sealed sterlite box that says 6 pack, but I am disappointed I can't start. Knocking some stars for the inconvenience.

I ordered this to store item in for selling on eBay. I am a little disappointed because two have already broken.I am not being rough with them, but they crack very easily. I vaguely remember having issues with sterilite before. It could be that I am using them on a daily basis. It would better suited for someone who needs long term storage.

These containers seem to be very sturdy. But, looking at the measurements before I purchased it, I thought I could fit two 8 1/2 x 11 sheets of paper side by side in this container. Because of the recessed sides, I am unable to do so. I wish I had known that. I can't use these containers for the purpose I bought them for.

Nice product, but fragile. Two of the boxes fractured on shipping, but Amazon was kind enough to give me a partial refund and allow me to not ship back the broken items. These boxes work well for a declutter project I'm on; I have a box with lid in each main room in my home, and it encourages me to put things I don't love in the boxes. As the boxes fill, a dump them into a garbage bag and take them to our local Goodwill.

weren't the size I was expecting but we put to good use anyway

The storage is ok if you don't have heavy stuff to put in them. most of mine have cracked or broken. the lids and lock handles wear out fast

Too small!

These might be pretty fragile, because one of the boxes arrived cracked. Or it could be due to the way it was shipped. I decided to return them for a sturdier type of box.

One of the storage bins was damaged upon delivery. An entire corner was cracked and shattered. They are delivered in a stack, so I imagine that it was the pressure and lack of cushioning, that didn't prevent this from happening. Still, an okay product, but one is not usable. I keep the storage bins for organizing programs at the nursing home. One has papers, another has crayons, scrapbooking, sensory items. etc.

These containers seem to be very sturdy. But, looking at the measurements before I purchased it, I thought I could fit two 8 1/2 x 11 sheets of paper side by side in this container. Because of the recessed sides, I am unable to do so. I wish I had known that. I can't use these containers for the purpose I bought them for.

The containers themselves are fine, but 3 out of 6 were cracked on arrival.

Nice bins but one of the lids arrived damaged.

They are fragile. I got one of them broken and got the wrong size.

I only received 4 boxes. I should have received 6storage boxes. The package is marked 6storage boxes. There are only 4storage boxes. How do I get the other two boxes boxes?

The design of the bins makes the bin even smaller than advertised and can only hold small items and small toys. Forget about storing any clothes other than socks. Look for larger bins especially when buying these bins in bulk

I ordered two sets of these containers, for a total of 12 containers. Two containers were cracked/broke to the point the container would not seal. The containers are useful and are sturdy, but they were broke upon arrival.

The containers themselves are fine, but 3 out of 6 were cracked on arrival.

I received this and it was very dirty and bent

Great sturdy storage bins that are perfect for storing tiny baby clothes. However, I received my order from Amazon with only 5 lids to 6 containers. A storage container without a lid isn't much use. Disappointed.

They arrived with 2 of the black clips missing I should have checked size...too small

I found the listed dimensions to be very misleading and the Amazon "answered questions" to be wrong. The "answered question" that lists these as 7.25" deep is incorrect. The boxes are only 7" deep at the very edges (this is listed on the side of each bin), then there is a weird bubble in the center that takes away another 1/4"-1/2" of usable storage space and also makes it impossible to have items flat in the box. I wanted these to store unfolded greeting card stock and they are not right for my purposes.

I hate getting damaged products.. Cracked so saddened

The first batch of bins were great but my second set arrived cracked. Very disappointed....

Smaller than I expected and of all 6 tubs & lids, it was the. Dry center of the box where one was cracked. Doesn't sound like a shipping accident.

I ONLY RECIEVED 4 OF THESE!!! I SPECIFICALLY GOT THESES BECAUSE THERE WAS 6!

They are covered in a white film on the inside. The last thing i want to do is have to clean everyone of these containers i just bought. I want to return them but it seems i will have to pay to return them. I should NOT have to pay to return something that to me is unusable.

Lids cracked first time I used the containers, they were packed light items barely any weight

It's definitely my fault that I didn't read the description carefully, but these are much smaller than I expected. I was solely paying attention to the price because for $6-7 you can get a 58 quart container at Walmart. My mom did try to tell me that sterilite containers, especially clear ones, break easily. One of the lids cracked so fast I don't even know how it happened. I literally had them for two hours and as I was packing I looked down it was just broken.

Got one lid out of the 6 pack. Kinda pointless with out the lids

The size listed on these boxes is inaccurate. They only measure 11 inches across from outside edge to outside edge. Plus they are not 7 inches deep except on the very outer edges. Not an accurate description. I specifically ordered these to house items that measured 11 1/2 by 6 1/2 (wide and tall). Yes I could put them in the other direction but then I have so much extra space that it is a waste.

I didn't get the big one, instead I got 6 small ones.

I ONLY RECIEVED 4 OF THESE!!! I SPECIFICALLY GOT THESES BECAUSE THERE WAS 6!

These storage bins only had the black clasps on one side. There is supposed to be a black closure on each end, but in this one specific order, they were missing on one side. Very disappointing. I did not open them immediately, so I did not notice it until today when I opened the box.

A lot smaller than I thought