The 7 best vacuum storage bags for maximizing space and organizing your stuff

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Vacuum storage bags reduce the amount of space off-season clothing takes up, while also protecting it from mold and mildew. bojanstory / Getty ImagesIf you’re tight on closet space, vacuum seal storage bags can help you organize off-season clothes and keep extra bedding and towels manageable, minimizing the amount of space they take up. “The main benefits are space and protection. Removing the air significantly reduces the volume of bulky items, and the sealed bag keeps out dust, moisture, odors, and moths,” says Salvador Villarreal, owner of dry cleaning company VIP Cleaners in San Diego. “That makes them ideal for off-season storage in closets, under beds, or in garages.”

With the right vacuum bag, items like bulky sweaters and fluffy blankets can also be reduced down to a quarter of their original size — if not smaller. To help you find the best options, I spoke to Villarreal and a professional organizer about what to look for when shopping. Then I rounded up some of the best vacuum storage bags based on their expert guidance, making it easy for you to shop for what you need.

Best overallSpacesaver Premium Vacuum Bags$undefined$25.99AmazonLearn moreBest budgetGongshi Vacuum Storage Bags$12.99$14.56AmazonLearn moreBest for beddingHefty Shrink-Pak Vacuum Storage Bags$undefined$22.46AmazonLearn moreRelatedselectedselected11 best vacuums for pet hair, according to experts and pet ownersWant more from NBC Selected? Sign up for our newsletter, The Selection, and shop smarter.

While drawers are best for clothes you wear every day, vacuum storage bags are best for storing clothing or bedding that you might only wear or use a few months out of the year, according to Villarreal. To find the best vacuum storage bags for seasonal clothing and bedding, We asked Villarreal and other experts for their guidance and recommendations. We also sourced highly-rated options that aligned with the guidance they provided.

$25.99AmazonWhat to knowWhat we likeTear-resistantSize varietyDouble seal featureSomething to noteSizes not markedThese bags, which have over 90,000 ratings on Amazon (with a 4.3 average), are available in sets of large and jumbo bags, and a variety pack that includes the different sizes. All Spacesaver bags come with a triple-sealed valve and a hand pump, and are made from tear-resistant plastic, according to Spacesaver. People who bought them say they love how easy they are to use and that they’re great for storing items like winter apparel and even stuffed animals.

$21.99AmazonWhat to knowWhat we likeComes with hand pumpRepels moisture and dustWorks with a vacuumSomething to noteDoesn’t come with labelsThis set includes 10 jumbo-size vacuum storage bags, which are perfect for storing items like comforters, pillows, quilts and much more. Each bag has a double zipper closure, which helps block out moisture and dust, according to the brand. Plus, the bags lay flat, which makes them easy to stack on top of each other in a closet or storage bin. The set comes with a hand pump, but you can also use a handheld tool from a vacuum to remove the air. Shoppers also say they’re great for storing jackets.

$29.99AmazonWhat to knowWhat we likeBudget-friendlyWide variety of sizesSomething to noteReseal needed in a few monthsFor about $30, you get 20 bags of various sizes, including extra-large bags that can fit large bedding (think comforters and pillows). The bags have a double zipper to keep them tightly closed and come with a hand pump to easily compress them. Keep in mind that some customers have noted that over time they’ll need to be resealed and re-pumped, but in some cases just a few, not all of the bags.

$17.03AmazonWhat to knowWhat we likeFive bags in a setSturdy valveSomething to noteFeel a bit thinMy bedroom closet is on the smaller side, so I store clothes I’m not wearing in these bags and tuck them under my bed. The medium size fits about eight sweaters and you get five in a pack, making these bags ideal storage for someone with a lot of clothes. I find that they give me enough space to store my summer wardrobe in the winter and winter wardrobe in the summer. The bags come with a handpump and the sealed valve feels super durable. They come in medium, large, jumbo and x-jumbo sizes, and a multipack that includes a few of each size.

$22.46AmazonWhat to knowWhat we likeGood for comforters/pillowsDurableSomething to noteNeed vacuum to compressYou may know Hefty as a trash bag brand, but they also make these durable plastic vacuum bags. The jumbo bags can hold two pillows and a comforter, according to the brand, so they’re ideal for summer months when you want to put away your winter bedding. You can compress the bags by rolling them to push air out or by attaching a vacuum hose to the valve — they don’t come with a hand pump.

$12.99$14.56AmazonNow 11% offWhat to knowWhat we likeHand pump includedAffordableSomething to noteNothing to note at this timeThis set comes with 12 vacuum bags — three jumbo, three large, three medium and three small. The valve you use to compress works with the included hand pump or can be attached to your vacuum hose. The bags are made from a thick plastic meant to last and that will keep moisture and mildew out, according to the brand. They’re already inexpensive, but because the set includes a variety of sizes and a lot of bags for the money, it’s the best value on this list.

$35.99AmazonWhat to knowWhat we likeLarge setsComes with hand pumpSomething to noteSells out oftenIf you have a ton of items you need to store, consider this set. It includes up to 35 bags (available in smaller amounts too) in different sizes — including jumbo for items like comforters and small for things like tops and pants. The set also includes travel roll-up bags, which you can use to save space in your suitcase.

To put together a list of the best vacuum storage bags, I asked experts for tips on what to look for when shopping. Here is what they suggested:

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