In this second installment of our guide to laundry essentials, we continue our search for the perfect laundry basket. With input from cleaning experts, we’ve tested and evaluated a variety of options to bring you the top 10 choices that combine durability, functionality, and style. Whether you need a basket for a large family or a compact option for a small space, this list will help you find the ideal solution to keep your laundry routine efficient and organized.
6 Best set of laundry baskets
Sterilite Ultra Laundry Baskets, 6-Pack
Pros
- Stackable for storage
- Online customers reported the baskets are sturdy
- Easy to clean
Cons
- Only available as a 6- and 12-pack
If you need more than one basket, pick up this bundle of six (or 12) laundry baskets, so you can scatter them throughout the house (one in your primary bedroom, one in your kid’s room, etc.). The plastic material is easy to clean: Simply wipe the basket down with cleaning spray every so often and you’re good to go.
• Dimensions: 27.38″ x 18.63″ x 12.38″
• Material: Plastic
7 Best for Small Spaces
Full Circle Loads of Fun Laundry Hamper
Pros
- A small mesh bag for delicates can be attached to hamper’s side
- Folds down flat
Cons
- Hamper is not machine washable
This laundry hamper from Full Circle is collapsible for storage, lightweight to carry and big enough to hold a regular load of laundry. It fits easily in a small corner of your bedroom, bathroom or laundry room and has long handles so you can sling it over your shoulder.
It’s another great option for college dorm living too, but you won’t be able to throw it in the wash if the hamper gets too dirty. You can also attach a small mesh bag for delicates to the snaps on the hamper’s side to keep those items separate until wash day.
• Dimensions: 15″ x 14″ x 24″
• Material: Cotton with metal frame and polyethylene liner
8 Best with a lid
Joseph Joseph Tota Laundry Separation Basket
Pros
- Removable tote bags
- Helper handles make it easy to empty laundry
- Sturdy
Cons
- Assembly could be easier
Here’s a sleek, lidded hamper from Joseph Joseph that has everything you need to streamline your laundry day prep including removable tote bags and compartments to separate your lights and darks. It takes a bit of time to assemble this basket, but once you do, you’ll be impressed with the ease of use that comes with this hamper.
- Dimensions: 28″ x 22.25″ x 15.75″
- Material: Cotton tote bags with polyester exterior
9 Best ventilation
Brabantia Bo Laundry Hamper
Pros
- Ventilation helps prevent odors
- Stylish appearance
- Can easily toss laundry through Quick-Drop opening
Cons
- Pricey
Brabantia makes quality products we’ve tested at the GH Institute. Home Care and Cleaning Lab Executive Director Carolyn Forté recommended this particular model because of its unique appearance: “You almost can’t tell it’s a hamper!” she said.
The lid makes this hamper look like a regular piece of furniture, while the ventilation holes prevent bad odors from forming in the closed basket. You can even quickly toss items into the “Quick-Drop opening” without the need to manually lift the lid. We also love the leg stands that make sweeping, vacuuming or mopping underneath the hamper easier than ever. Plus, you can sort your clothes by colors, materials or items between the two compartments in this laundry basket.
- Dimensions: 21.26″ x 12.6″ x 31.1″
- Material: Alloy steel and plastic
10 Best with ironing board
Whitmor 3 Section Rolling Laundry Sorter
Pros
- Removable laundry bags
- Ironing board attached to the top
- Wheels make it easy to move
Cons
- Frame wiggles, according to some reviewers
Sort dirty laundry and then iron clean clothes and linens with this spacious laundry hamper-and-ironing board combo. Designed with removable laundry bags with handles and a wheeled frame, this rolling hamper gives you two easy ways of moving your laundry to your washing machine on wash day.
The ironing board serves as a handy folding station once everything is nice and clean. Some online reviewers reported the frame is a bit wobbly, but is sturdy for the most part.
- Dimensions: 32.5″ x 33″ x 18″
- Materials: Metal frame, cotton covered foam top and fabric bags with mesh sides
