Best Toiletry Bags
Standout Picks
Criteria Used for Evaluation
Features
There are certain features in a toiletry bag that makes them stand out from other bags on the market. Mesh pockets are always a plus when it comes to bags meant to hold a bunch of different types of accessories, because it means that you can see at a glance where everything is, and you won’t have to rummage around in a bag to find a pair of clippers, for instance. Bags that also had a look at the top is always a welcome plus because it means that you will have the opportunity to free up some countertop space by hanging your bag on the wall. Built-in mirrors are a feature that comes with some brands, and that is always a welcome plus. Sometimes when you are camping in the middle of the woods and you need to shave or makes you got all of the soap out of your hair, a mirror can be a much-needed tool that we often forget about how often we need one. However, if you are camping and don’t have access to the proper tools you require to look your best- such as a hair dryer or powerful shower… you might want to opt for the bag that doesn’t come with the mirror- for your own personal benefit and self-esteem.
Materials
While cotton and various types of soft fabrics might seem nice, they are absolutely the worst materials for toiletry bags- so we avoided those types of materials at all costs. The materials that make the best toiletry bags are ripstop nylons and different types of treated polyesters. While water-resistant exteriors were good, waterproof shells were even better. If we decided to select a bag that only had a water-resistant shell, we made sure to check the lining of the bag to make sure that it was line with a thick waterproof material. You are most likely purchasing a toiletry bag because you have suffered the messy plight of a leaky shampoo bottle for the very last time, and want to purchase something to solve that problem. If the bag cannot keep shampoo away from your clothes- then it is not a very effective bag.
Value
While there really isn’t a market for high-end toiletry bags that rival the cost of a car payment, some of the bags on the market were a little bit more expensive than others, and most of them for no real discernable reason. While we want to ensure that you get the best bag out there, no one wants to pay extra for something when they can get virtually the same item for half of the cost. We made sure to inspect each product on this list to make sure that the lower price point wasn’t due to inferior materials or poor craftsmanship. Money should be spent on buying road trip snacks and marshmallows to be roasted around a fire, so if we found an opportunity to save you a little bit of money- we took it.
Use
You would assume that when it comes to the best bags for your bathroom accessories, the bigger the bag- the better. But this isn’t always the case. Of course, you want to bring all of the items that you require to look your best and stay clean and fresh, but you also don’t want to weigh down your luggage in order to achieve this. The best bags out there were able to allow you to bring all of the things that you need, but also keep them neat and organized. When we began selecting the best bags, we used a certain set of criteria to judge all of the different styles and brands against. It may be a tad vain, but this is a bag isn’t something that you will be shoving under the bed once you reach your destination. It will be something that will be out and on display in the bathroom at the place you are staying or hanging from a tree at your campsite. With that in mind, we wanted to select bags that looked sharp and were offered in a variety of colors for the consumer to choose from. Just as you always want to present the world with your best self- no matter where you are in the world- we wanted to keep that same motivation in mind when selecting the above products.
Top 10 Picks
1. Freegrace Hanging Toiletry Bag
The Freegrace Hanging Toiletry Bag will be a welcome addition to your next trip away from home. It is compact enough to leave a small footprint in a suitcase, but large enough to hold full-size bottles of products. It also comes in a variety of colors and is made from high-quality materials.
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This bag comes with a basic square shape that makes it easy to pack into a suitcase. It comes in a variety of colors, such as black, aquamarine, blue, pink, purple, green, and sky blue. It has a handle on the top, as well as a hook that makes it able to be hung from a bathroom hook, and each model has sharp silver zippers.
Features
What makes this bag great is the ability to hang it from a hook. The top compartment folds back and is able to hold a lot of products such as combs and brushes, and has a mesh material that holds items in place while still being able to tell what every pocket holds. The side pockets also fold outwards and have sewn elastic strips that are great for holding makeup brushes, razors, and toothbrushes. The main compartment of this bag is big enough that it can hold full-size bottles of sunscreen, shampoo, and body wash so that you don’t have to make a special trip to the store to buy overpriced travel size bottles.
Durability
The mark of a good toiletry bag is its ability to get a little bit dirty and a little bit wet. It is made from a honeycomb nylon- which makes it easy to wipe down in a bottle of shampoo leaks (let's face it- it wouldn’t be a vacation if one of your shampoo bottles didn’t leak). This type of nylon also makes it water resistant, so it is able to stay with you in steamy showers without becoming moldy they way some cloth bags can become.
Value
The price point is incredibly reasonable for this bag and will set you back about the same amount as you would spend treating a friend to lunch. What makes this particular bag so great is that if you find that you are not completely satisfied within, you can return it up to 90 days after purchase and they Freegrace will give you a full refund with no questions asked.
Summary
If you are looking for a bag that will keep all of you bathroom products organized and easily accessible on your next vacation, this is a great option to pack along in your suitcase, and you won’t have to worry about that leaky bottle of shampoo getting on all of your clean clothes.
2. eBags Pack-it-Flat Toiletry Kit
The toiletry bag brought to you by eBags is a little bit more expensive than some of the others out there, but it sports a flatter design that makes it easier to pack into a suitcase without taking up all that much room. It also comes in a variety of colors and is made from a durable material.
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What makes this bag a little bit different is the design: when empty, it lays almost completely flat. When packed with products, the bag will expand to approximately 3.5 inches tall. It comes in a variety of colors such as black, blue, yellow, green, and red. Each bag has black accents with black zippered pockets.
Features
The zipper of the front compartment unfolds and has a hook at the top so that it can be easily hung from a bathroom hook for easy access to all of your products without taking up countertop space. If you are out camping and don’t have access to a mirror, there is a mirror mounted to the top of the bag near the hook.
Durability
There is no need to worry about that leaky bottle of shampoo with this bag. It makes from an incredibly durable TechLite Diamond nylon that makes it resistant to water, and also easy to wipe down if one of your products doesn’t seem to survive the trip. The YKK RC zippers are some of the strongest zippers on the market and are resistant to becoming snagged or stuck, even if you have really packed your bag to the brim.
Value
It’s a little bit more expensive than some of the other bags on the market, but its durability and amount of products that it can hold without taking up a lot of space makes it well worth the slightly padded price tag. It also comes with a limited lifetime warranty, meaning eBags will offer you a replacement or a refund if there is any problem with defects or craftsmanship.
Summary
FOr the travelers that want to pack light, but still, bring all of their necessity bathroom products- this is an excellent bag. It won’t take up too much room in your suitcase, and the heavy-duty materials will ensure that no leaky soaps will make their way to any of your clothes.
3. Expert Travel Hanging Toiletry Bag
Simplicity is the name of the game when it comes to the Expert Travel Hanging Toiletry Bag. It sports a basic cube shape that makes it easy to pack into a suitcase and can be hung from a bathroom hook to lend easy access to all of your products while away from home.
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Unlike some of the other bags found on this list, this bag is only available in black with a sharp silver zipper. The cube design with handles makes it simple to pack into suitcase without taking up too much room, and it is able to hold a wide variety of travel size items.
Features
When completed unfolded and hung from a hanger in the bathroom, this bag measures in at approximately 34 inches long, Each compartment, when unfolded, measures to be 7.5 inches tall and 11 inches tall, and has mesh pockets so that you can see all of your products without the need to digging through your bag.
Durability
This bag is made from incredibly durable materials that are completely waterproof, and the zippers are of excellent quality to ensure that leaky bottles will not penetrate the outside of the bag and get your clean clothes wet. The waterproof exterior also makes it a great bag to take into the shower at the gym, and wipes dry so that you can immediately put it back into your gym bag.
Value
The price of this bag is a little bit more expensive than other bags but is still offered at an incredible value that costs about the same amount it would cost you to take a friend out for a nice lunch. If for any reason you find that you are not happy with your bag, you can request a refund and Expert Travel will let you keep the bag.
Summary
If you are looking for a simple and sturdy bag to being with you on all of your travels, this is an excellent option that is offered at a reasonable price. If you are cursed with a perpetually leaky shampoo bottle, the use of this bag will guarantee that your clothes will remain safe and dry.
4. DALIX Travel Toiletry Case
This is a great case for the traveler that needs big pockets to carry larger products but still want smaller compartments to stay organized. This model is available in a few neutral colors and is able to be hung on a hook to create more countertop space.
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This bag is available in three neutral colors such as gray, pink, purple, green, and black. It has a narrow design so that it doesn’t take up much space on a countertop if you don’t have a hook to hang it from, and won’t take up too much room in your suitcase.
Features
The rectangular shape of this bag takes on the same shape as a shoe box. When not hanging from a hook, it doesn’t take up that much room on a countertop or in a suitcase. Once the main compartment flap is opened, it can be hung from a hook, and smaller items can be stored in the zippered pouch on the inside of the flap. It can be used to carry full-size shampoo bottles if they are laid on their side, but only has the capacity to hold a few full-size bottles.
Durability
This bag is made from a heavy-duty polyester material, which isn’t waterproof like some of the other bags on this list. The interior, however, is lined with a waterproof material so that if any of your bottles leak, your clothes will stay safe from leaky shampoo bottles.
Value
The price of this bag is one of its best features- it is one of the least expensive bags to make this list, and will cost you about the same amount that you would spend on a cup of coffee for you and a friend.
Summary
If you would like a sharp toiletry bag that fits easily into your suitcase and will keep your clothes protected from annoying and leaky shampoo bottles, this is a great choice that is offered at an excellent price.
5. MelodySusie Toiletry Bag
The MelodySusie bag is tight and compact, but then it expands out to hang on the wall of a bathroom to free up countertop space and display all of your essentials in clear pockets for ease of use.
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What makes this bag great is that is has a shoulder strap so that you can carry it with you if you don’t want to pack it into your suitcase, but it also has a compact design that won’t take up a lot of room in your suitcase. It is available in many stylish colors, such as black, pink, purple and blue.
Features
Like any great toiletry bag, this model is able to unfolded and hung up on a bathroom hook for easy access to all of your products. The larger bottom compartment is able to accommodate multiple full size bottles of sunscreen, shampoo, or body wash. The side compartments have elastic straps that are able to display razors, toothbrushes, or makeup brushes for easy access.
Durability
There is no need to worry about leaky bottles infiltrating your packed clothing with this bag because it is made from 300D polyesters that is easy to clean and waterproof. The high quality double ended zipper makes closing a fully packed bag a cinch, and will not snag or get stuck.
Value
The cost of this bag is an incredible value and will set you back about the same amount that you would spend taking a friend out for a nice lunch, or a couple of magazines at the airport gift shop. If you any reason you are not satisfied with this bag, MelodySusie offers a 12-month money back guarantee from a friendly customer service staff.
6. IQTRAVELS Dopp Kit
This is the bag that you would use if you are planning to travel light, and want to keep all of your essentials in a small and compact waterproof bag that keeps everything organized and in one tight and small space, and is perfect to pop into a suitcase or a backpack.
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The name of the game when it comes to this product is simplicity. It is only available in black, and sports a basic rectangular design that fits easily into any suitcase. It also has a handle on the top that makes it easy to grab and go. It has one main pocket in the middle, and two pockets that fold out that have rubber bands that hold items into place, and has mesh pockets for smaller items.
Features
The main compartment of this model is able to hold a travel size deodorant, toothpaste, moisturizer, and miscellaneous makeup items. The side pockets that fold out are perfect for makeup brushes, toothbrushes, and electric razors.
Durability
One of the most notable features of this product is the quality materials that it is made from. Additionally, this bag comes with a waterproof bag, so that you can ensure that none of your products will get wet, no matter what type of weather conditions you find yourself in.
Value
The price of this model runs about in the middle of the road, and coast about the average price of other bags on the market. If for any reason you find that you are not satisfied with this bag, IQTRAVELS will offer you either your money back or a replacement bag with no questions after 90 days after your purchase.
Summary
If you need something simple, and a little smaller than some of the other units on the market that will fit easily into a carry on or a backpack while camping, this is a great choice that is offered for a reasonable price.
7. Pro Packing Cubes Toiletry Bag
This model has a lower and flat design that makes it easier to throw into a suitcase and unfolds so that it can be hung up in a hotel bathroom to give you more countertop space. It sports a unique and innovative design and comes at a great price.
Read moreDesign
The design of this back is sleek and sporty and comes in various colors such as black with a blue interior, black with a green interior, and blue with a grey interior. It has tons of zippered pockets so there is a place to put just about everything.
Features
With just the unzipping of the sides, you are able to expand this bag to accommodate larger size bottles if you are going to be gone for a longer period of time, and can be collapsed to be used on brief weekend getaways. Just like any great piece of travel gear, this model can be unfolded and hooked to a bathroom hook so that it doesn’t take up any countertop space all of your amenities are easily accessible. Pockets also have a mesh panel so that you can easily spot the one thing that you need without rifling through the entire bag.
Durability
The exterior of this bag is made from lightweight and durable materials that are easy to wipe down, and are also waterproof. If the cap to one of your bottles happens to shimmy off during transit, you won’t have to contend with soggy clothes once you reach your destination with this bag. The zippers are also YKK zippers, so you know they are the most dependable zippers out there on the market.
Value
The price of this packing cube runs about the same as many of the other units on the market and will set you back about the same amount of money as it would cost you to pick up a few magazines at the airport gift shop. Pro Packing Cubes is so confident in the quality of this model that they offer a 100 percent money back guarantee if this bag doesn’t meet your traveling needs.
Summary
The design of this bag may not be ideal if you were looking for something that was easily thrown into a backpack, but it’s perfect for traveling via the suitcase. Priced reasonably with a lifetime guarantee, there is no reason not to give this bag a try on your next vacation.
8. Pantheon Dopp Kit
This toiletry kit is perfect for those that want to fit a lot of bottles and miscellaneous items within a little space so you have more room in your pack for the important things: clothes and snacks. It’s made from durable materials and is deceptively spacious.
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The shape of this bag has the shape of a mini mailbox. It comes in three neutral colors: grey, blue, and brown. If you are staying at a hotel and need to make for some added countertop space, this model also has a hook at the top lip once opened with a mesh window so that you can easily spot all of your important amenities at a glance.
Features
The best part about this bag is how easily it can just slide into a backpack for a camping trip, or into a suitcase for a long getaway. Although the main compartment isn’t sectioned off, it isn’t so deep that you feel you will have to do a lot of digging to find the one particular item that you need.
Durability
The exterior of this product not only looks sharp and stylish, but it is also water resistant. Water resistant means that it will wick away water from showers or rain, but you might run into problems if you accidentally drop it in the airport fountain. With this bag, you don’t have to worry about any leaky bottles ruining any of your packed clothing.
Value
Pantheon offers this bag at a fraction of what most of the other products on the market are offered for. It will likely set you back the same amount that you would spend on a cup of coffee and a donut at the airport while you are waiting for your gate to open.
Summary
If you want something simple that doesn’t take up a lot of room, and is also able to but hung up when not in use, this is a great option and it’s available at a really great value.
9. Bago Hanging Toiletry Bag
This model might look a lot like some of the other units on this list, but a few innovative design tweaks make it really stand out from the rest. It is available in many different color options and is slightly less expensive than some of the other similar styles.
Read moreDesign
This bag looks sharp and is available in many fun and bright colors such as black, sky blue, royal blue, green, pink, purple, or red. It has a compact square design with a handle on top that makes it the perfect addition to your suitcase, or to just carry on its own as a purse as you navigate your way through the airport.
Features
What makes this model a little bit different than many of the others out there is the design of the side pockets. Many of the other brands use the side pockets to store toothbrushes and razors attached to elastic bands. The Bago model has vertical zippers on the side so that you have even more room to tote full-size bottles in addition to the main compartment in the middle. The flap on the main compartment also has a hook, so you are able to hang it up in the bathroom to give everyone more countertop space.
Durability
This bag is made from incredibly resilient ripstop honeycomb nylon that is not just water resistant, but waterproof. This model uses double heavy duty zippers that are sure to last you for many trips. And when it is time to clean it out, you can simply wipe it out with a damp cloth and you are good to go.
Value:
This product is priced slightly under similar style toiletry bags on the market, and would most likely cost you the same amount as you would spend on lunch at the airport dining area. Bago is so confident that you will love your new piece of travel gear that they offer you a full refund if you are not completely satisfied.
Summary
If you were looking for a bag to keep all of your bathroom items that had a little bit more room than some of the others and cost a little bit less, this is a great choice, and with the option of a full refund if it doesn’t work out for you, there is really no reason not to give it a try.
10. NeatPack Toiletry Bag
NeatPack is another brand that designs its bags for the traveler that wishes they could also pack along their bathroom sink if only they had just a little bit more room. It has a very large front pocket that is perfect for bigger bottles and plenty of little pockets for those little items that you just can’t leave at home.
Read moreDesign
The design if this model is a little bit more sporty than some of the others, and looks like a next of kin to the classic duffel bag. It is available in various colors such as green, purple, red, black, and blue. The main compartments lip folds open and is able to be hung on a hook in a bathroom or off of a tree branch if you are out camping.
Features
Features
The main compartment of the bag is able to hold larger items such as shampoo, body wash, or hairspray, and the side pockets are designed more for smaller items such as tweezers and nail clippers. All of the pockets have a mesh lining so that you are able to see everything that the pockets contain without the need to dig around in search for one particular item.
Durability
The bag is made from 420D nylon fabric & antimicrobial mesh that is also considered to be water-resistant. Water resistant means that the fabric is great about wicking away water from showers or light rain, but you might run into a problem if you accidentally drop it into a lake.
Value
Surprisingly, this model is priced a little bit lower than similar styles like it on the market. The cost of this bag will likely run you the same amount that you would spend if you were to treat yourself to something at one of the airport's restaurants. It also comes with a lifetime warranty- so if you aren’t pleased with your purchase for any reason, they will give you your money back.
Summary
If you were looking for a bag that was able to hold a little bit more than some of the others out there, this is an excellent choice that is offered at a little bit of a lower price point than some of the others as well.
Sources
- The 8 Best Toiletry Travel Bags of 2019, Article ,