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An Organization Expert Recommends This Basic Storage Hack

We hope you love our recommendations! Some may have been sent as samples, but all were independently selected by our editors. Just FYI, BuzzFeed and its publishing partners may collect a share of sales and/or other compensation from the links on this page. "This was the best Amazon purchase of my life," writes one reviewer. Vacuum-seal bags can help maximize storage in even the tiniest of spaces, especially for bulky items like bedding and seasonal clothing, according to previous coverage. '[They] are great for storing blankets or extra pillows for occasional use when you have visitors, as well as winter jackets during the off-season,' said sustainable organization expert Colin Chee, who is founder and creative director of Australian design company Never Too Small. Whether you don't have a lot of storage space or are gearing up for a trip or a move, vacuum bags let you pack your clothes, coats, linens, and pillows extra tight. Some come with hand pumps and some with electric ones, but all will compress your garments, making them easier to transport and store — and giving you more space in your closet or basement. To help you get a head start, we rounded up the highest-rated vacuum storage bag sets on Amazon. We've included options with a variety of bag counts and sizes so that you can find the one that's best for your storage needs. 1. A set of 10 Spacesaver bags with an electric pump Amazon Rating: 4.4 out of 5 This set of 10 storage bags contains four medium bags, three large bags and three jumbo bags for pillows or comforters. The electric pump makes storage faster and easier, though the port on the bags also works with most vacuums. You can also get these in sets of 4, 6 and 8, and in sizes small, medium, large, and jumbo (all with the pump). Promising review: "This was my best Amazon purchase of my life...I am traveling to Europe and I was able to minimize my pieces of luggage with this purchase and extra supplies fits with no problem!" — Elaina Get a 10-pack from Amazon for $23.99 2. A set of hanging vacuum bags Amazon Rating: 4.1 out of 5 Make the most of your closets with this set of four hanging vacuum storage bags. The longer orientation is perfect for jackets, pants or anything else you need to keep on a hanger. There are other size and count options available from this brand, including ones with or without a pump. Promising review:"This is the best way to I find to organize and store out of season clothing. Love these bags and will purchase another set." — Del Get a set of four from Amazon for $28.89. 3. Amazon Rating: 4.4 out of 5 Store all types of clothing with this pack of 12 vacuum seal bags, containing three small bags, three medium bags, three large bags and three jumbo bags. They're made with a double seal zipper with a slider and triple-sealed valve to help you compress and re-open the bags with ease. Promising review: "Bought these for a ski trip to help pack all of the bulky gear better and they worked great. We sealed them before we left and on the way home and there were no problems either time. Saved so much room!" — FD Get a 12-pack from Amazon for $15.99. 4. A 10-pack of bags that you can compress with just your hands Amazon Rating: 4.2 out of 5 stars These 10 storage bags come in a variety of sizes and require nothing but your bodyweight to reduce in size. You'll get three 24-inch, three 20-inch and four slightly narrower options that measure 20 by 14 inches in the package. One enterprising reviewer used them to organize their clothes in a ' dry bag ' while on a dirt-caked ATV trip in Baja, Mexico. Promising review: 'Just buy them, there are plenty of different versions on Amazon, I tried this one, for the price you get great value. Different sized bags accommodate whatever you are packing. I found that slowly sitting on them I a good way to really squish all the air out. I use them when I travel to compress things like my down jacket, gym clothes, and the main reason I purchase was to compress my pillow, so I no longer have to deal with hotel pillows and a crummy nights sleep on the road. I've used them on about 8 trips so far without issue. Key is not to overstuff the bags with things, if you overpack them the seal will burst when you try to push air out. 10/10 would recommend. Also great to toss all you dirty clothes into these bags at the end of a trip to clear space in your bag for anything new you picked up on your trip. I also anticipate using these for backpacking as well.' — Michael Benvenuto Get a 10-pack from Amazon for $14.97+ (available in two styles). 5. A set of 10 large bags with an electric pump Amazon Rating: 4.2 out of 5 If you've got a lot to store, you'll be glad to have this set of 10 large waterproof bags. The pack comes with a useful hand pump that makes compression easy. Promising review: "For the longest time I debated getting one of these things. I'm so glad I did! Saves me a lot of room. The little pump does have a strong suction - no room for air." — Emily Get a 10-pack from Amazon for $25.99 (also available in other pack sizes). 6. A set of 12 small bags with a battery-powered pump Amazon Rating: 4.2 out of 5 Keep smaller goods stashed with this set of 12 compression bags — each roughly the size of a laptop — that can hold four to seven items of clothing each. As they're all the same size, they'll be easy to organize and can also be great for traveling. The battery-run pump helps compress bags quickly and easily and can inflate bags when you've arrived at your destination. Promising review: "These travel bags are a game-changer for maximizing luggage space. They make packing so much easier by compressing bulky items like clothes, blankets, and towels, allowing me to fit everything I need in my suitcase. Plus, the airtight seal keeps my belongings protected from moisture, dirt, and odors. Whether for travel or home storage, these bags are a must-have for anyone looking to save space and stay organized!" — Rudy vierra 7. A set of 30 bags with a hand pump Amazon Rating: 4.4 out of 5 Offering the most bang for your buck, this set of vacuum bags comes with four jumbo, four large, six medium, six small, five carry-on and five pouch sizes totaling 30 bags. The travel bags are "roll" style, meaning you don't need to pump them to compress, and the other bags work with the included hand pump or with most vacuums. Promising review: "I was pleasantly surprised by how massive these XXL Jumbo vacuum seal bags are! I was able to fit an entire king-size duvet inside with room to spare. The quality is fantastic, and the seal holds up perfectly, keeping everything compressed and airtight. These bags have saved me so much space, and they're incredibly easy to use. I highly recommend to anyone looking to store bulky bedding or seasonal clothes" — Christine