13 Best Toiletry Bags Tested and Reviewed (2024)
There were many great bags we tried, but their features or design weren’t enough to make the top spots above. However, everyone has something different they’re looking for in a toiletry bag, so while not perfect for us, some of these options may still be perfect for you.
State Bags Benson cleaning kit for $68: This is a simple, sturdy bag with three mesh pockets and an attach/detach plastic envelope that can hold toothbrushes and toothpaste or bath items like soap. The navy version I tested has a wipe-clean polyester exterior and interior made from recycled bottles, and I like that it has a hanging option. However, the construction is more rudimentary than similar bags we’ve tested, and it lacks some of the thoughtful details found on other bags in the same price range, such as a quick-storage pocket on the front. rear and a larger rubber hook. tip to prevent slipping. (This bag’s small, thick plastic hook isn’t even wide enough to hang on a towel rack.)
July hanging toiletry bag for $85: I own and love July carry-on luggageso I was excited to try out this brand’s popular hanging toiletry bag. It’s a great design with a zippered pocket on the back, along with a flat zippered body that reveals PVC zippered compartments and pockets as well as a large rubber-tipped metal hook that can be stored. compact. It looks well-made and stylish with its leather trim and metal hardware, but my husband took it on a business trip and noticed its pockets are actually quite small, which confirmed that I was nervous about trying it out. in the bathroom at home. It wouldn’t be a problem if the bag itself was small, but it takes up a full quarter of carry-on luggage.
Fjallraven Kanken toiletry bag for $55: I love this, it makes me feel like a Red Cross nurse on a World War II battlefield. It’s made from a proprietary Fjallraven fabric blend that combines organic cotton with recycled polyester, so it feels like fabric but is more water-resistant and durable. It has a clamshell design with a sturdy plastic hook inside. My quart bottle bag is stored in the extra large zip compartment at the bottom, toothbrush and deodorant in the top compartment, and has mesh pockets and MOLLE straps so you can easily see the items his little. However, its size is huge, so this might not be for you if you’re a minimalist who only has a toothbrush and a comb. —Adrienne So
Calpak Clear cosmetic case for $85: Made primarily of waterproof, wipeable PVC, this clear cosmetic case (I tried the medium size) zips around and folds flat to reveal two zippered compartments and one pocket. mesh with smaller zipper. It also looks like a cute little purse with 16 trendy color options, dual handles, and metal bottom rivets. However, the contents aren’t as easy to access as other cosmetic cases that only open from the top — you have to lay the Calpak flat to open both sides, which requires a 16-by-10-inch area and complete transparency. Construction is not very discreet.
Dopp Sympl set for $75: I love this bag’s durable Cordura exterior and its clip for hanging, as well as the fact that it comes with a lifetime warranty. The bag opens clamshell-style to reveal four simple waterproof zippered pockets—two slim and horizontal, one small rectangular pocket and one larger rectangular pocket. It’s an interesting idea, but in practice this severely limits utility as users are limited to products with specific hygienic sizes that fit the shape of each bag. (My deodorant doesn’t fit, nor does my toothbrush.)
Lululemon Command the Day Dopp Kit for $48: This simple waterproof canvas bag has an attractive unisex design (available in black only). I love that it’s made from recycled polyester and that the mesh bottom compartment is roomy and can hold large products. However, the bag is not hung or has a zipper that opens all the way to lie flat, nor does it stand up on its own, so it is forced to take up a fairly large space (about 8.5 x 11 inches) on the counter. I also felt frustrated several times trying to access my toiletries during the test, especially with the bottom mesh compartment. This compartment needs to be zipped all the way to open and close, and items frequently roll out because the bag can’t lie flat.
