ITW Space Compressible Bag BRS-9212ZG Vacuum-Seal Travel Roll Bags, Set of 4
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Tools and Hardware Reviews of ITW Space Compressible Bag BRS-9212ZG Vacuum-Seal Travel Roll Bags, Set of 4
Customer Review: Gets the job done with a little practice
Summary: 4 Stars
I've now used these a few times while traveling. I've only used them on sweaters, since they take up the most space in my bag. Although they didn't get them as flat as the vacuum-style bags do, they definitely took up less space than if I hadn't used them. It definitely took a little practice, though. First to figure out how to effectively get the air out, and then how to do so without it sliding down to the end. I've gotten good at that first part, but am not always good at avoiding the thick lump at the end when rolling.
i haven't tried this on anything but thick sweaters, since I've gotten pretty good at packing everything else efficiently. I'm pretty sure that I could have gotten my sweaters this compact by tightening the straps on the bottom of my bag and squishing them down. However, this made it really easy to take out and rearrange my belongings to maximize space. I also use packing cubes, and can fit a lot in a small bag!
Customer Review: really helpful for airline travel
Summary: 4 Stars
One of the things I like best about the Space Bags is that everything in my suitcase is contained. Not only are my clothes compressed to save space, but should my bag be opened for inspection, it is less likely that my stuff will be disturbed. I don't know about anyone else, but it just makes me feel weird to think of TSA agents tossing through my undies! If they can see what's in the plastic bag, they usually won't open it up.
The bags work multiple times, but eventually seem to lose their ability to seal up. I've had some pop because I smooshed on them too hard and fast while trying to push the air out and I've had the zip top stop sealing. But only after multiple satisfactory uses.
All in all, Space Bags are definitely handy, both for getting more stuff in less suitcase and for keeping it safe and contained.
Customer Review: Space Bags Defeat Fee-Happy Airline Charges!
Summary: 4 Stars
Ever since 9/11 I've hated traveling. I recall with nostaglia the good ol' days when there were meals on domestic flights, flight attendants were happy, you didn't have to take off your shoes during security, and big bags didn't mean big fees. Well, those days are gone. With all the airlines charging fees left and right to make up for their near-bankruptcies, I'm relieved that there's a solution - Space Bags! I stuffed 2 weeks of clothing into one checked bag (instead of two) thanks to these deluxe ziploc bags. They cost $15 but are reusuable, whereas I would have been out $20 to check in a second bag. While they aren't perfect (repeated use caused one to tear), the bags allowed me to maximize space in my carry-on. They are ideal - I plan on using them more in the future. Take that, American Airlines!Customer Review: works as stated, but requires some effort on your part.
Summary: 4 Stars
The space bag works as stated. I packed clothes for a 1.5 week trip to Korea, and this really helped out. Not only does it reduce the volume the clothes use in the luggage, it also keeps the clothes clean and compartmentalized. The space bag does take some effort to use since you have to roll the air out. As I rolled the clothes, the clothes typically shifted towards the end of the bag where the trapped air is expelled. This seemed to block the vent and prevented further air from being pushed out of the bag. However, I just had to jostle the bag to shift the clothes towards the other end of the bag and then continue rolling, and more air got out. Its not difficult, and much better than lugging a vacuum around. Overall very pleased.Customer Review: These worked really well!
Summary: 4 Stars
I used some of these bags on my recent cruise vacation and I was able to bring a lot more clothes as a result. I probably could have packed the bags more carefully, and had fewer wrinkles, but some items did not need ironing anyway. Easy to follow directions for putting clothes in, you snap, then zip it shut and roll from the zipper to the other end which has air release "valves." I probably decreased the clothes volume by 50%. They worked very well, and stayed shut during a long flight both ways. I don't know about the longterm durability yet, but they're definitely a go to use again.