Unzip the vacuum bag (choosing an appropriately sized bag for your contents). Carefully add the contents and arrange them to make the best use of the space.

Depending on the climate and destination, water resistance may be nonnegotiable. A wet sleeping bag usually means a poor night’s sleep, so look for compression bags that protect their contents from moisture. Many are lined with PVC, polyethylene, or other material that prevents rain from seeping in. Those that are truly waterproof may have a roll top rather than or in addition to a zipper. Well-thought-out details can make the difference between a decent compression bag and a great one. Keep function in mind when deciding which features you need. Water resistance When travelling, you can also use vacuum storage bags to maximise space in your suitcase, cabin bag or kids' luggage or to keep dirty or soiled clothing separate from clean clothes on your return. What should you not put in vacuum storage bags? In all seriousness, let’s discuss the difference between all three so you can decide which is best to meet your needs. In a set, you get two large storage bags (14 x 10 inches), two small (10 x 7 inches), one slim (4.5×12.5 inches), and a laundry/shoe bag (18 x 13.5 inches).If your sleeping bag is insulated with down, a 10-liter compression bag should hold most models rated for 40°F and some rated for 20°F. Compression bags with a 20-liter capacity hold most down bags rated for 0°F to 20°F.

These compression cubes allowed me to fit more into my bags than I would have been able to do otherwise. Yes, I’m a fan!” These GONGSHI bags come in different sizes and can be used with either a typical standard vacuum cleaner or the provided pump. The cost of compression bags varies by size, as well as material quality and other features. When comparing prices by volume here, we’re discussing a bag’s uncompressed size rather than its final closed capacity. We researched the pros and cons of each vacuum storage bag, including assessing each product’s effectiveness in terms of durability and the quality of compression. We also looked out for any products prone to leakage and investigated whether these were down to user error or genuine product flaws.Using the particular compression method—be it a vacuum, valve, drawstring, or series of straps—tighten the bag. This pushes out excess air from within the bag until it cannot be made any smaller. The double-sealed zipper is specially designed for air to get out and they’re so easy to use! I put in my items, zip them up, and insert the pump to remove air. And the variety of sizes can fit everything from clothes to duvets. Each cube and pouch is made from waterproof nylon, so your contents will be protected from the elements. That being said, the mesh lid on the cubes is made from polyester, so one side won’t be as protected as the others. For your gadgets and non-waterproof valuables, you’re best keeping them in one of the laundry pouches.