We also tried the Sorbus Foldable Bags but they were so floppy that filling them was a challenge—the iWill’s rigid sides were much easier to pack. quart, 19 quart, 30 quart, 41 quart, 46 quart, 62 quart, 74 quart, and 103 quart WEATHERTIGHT heavy-duty storage totes. We like that this tote is easy to open, can withstand freezing temperatures and costs less than similar bins. The Brute’s molded handles also made them more comfortable to carry than the less expensive garage bins we recommend, the Home Depot HDX.

The lid has no latches to secure it—its two halves just lift open—so it’s easier to open than any other we tested.

They were also the tightest-sealing clear bins we tested, thanks to a foam gasket in the lid and extra latches around the edges (most bins have only two on each end). Over the years we’ve simulated flooding and water leaks by hosing the bins down, submerging them in a kiddie pool, and leaving them out in the rain overnight. Why it’s great: If you want bins for your garage, attic, or basement that can take a lot of abuse, we recommend the Rubbermaid Brute Totes. I have already put some food items in it and put it in the concrete outdoor shed we have to make sure that it can keep food dry. In addition, one Wirecutter staffer says that at her previous job people used these bins to haul AV equipment back and forth to various locations, and they were durable and comfortable to carry.

Why it’s great: The extra-large Sterilite 40 Gallon Wheeled Industrial Tote is helpful for anyone who struggles to carry heavy containers or for those who want to save multiple trips by filling one giant bin instead of several smaller ones. Long-term test notes: We still think these are the best easy-access bins, and although they don’t seal as tightly as our other picks, I was surprised to see how dry, dust-free, and pest-free our test Akro-Mils bin stayed after a year in my storage room. Long-term test notes: I’ve used the test samples for three years, and they do a solid job of keeping everything inside clean.To find the best, we tossed 32 bins and totes down a flight of stairs, left them in the rain, and stuffed them full of books and blankets. And one of our three-year-old test samples survived a bear attack in 2020 and is still going strong. They fit neatly on my closet shelves, but they’re not firm enough to stack if I fill them with anything bulky or heavy. In testing we consolidated three bins of holiday decorations into the Sterilite and wheeled it into storage—quick and easy. LATCHING BUCKLES - Multiple latching buckles secures to the durable lid making it ideal for clothes storage, document storage, food storage, hunting gear storage, camping gear storage, tool storage, trunk storage and other items.