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"Durable, sturdy, and much more convenient than using cardboard boxes."

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The middle of summer tends to be a popular moving time, not only due to warm weather, but also because universities across the country open up for the fall semester. These two scenarios have sparked a new viral trend in moving—ditching cardboard boxes for reusable totes. Most people are familiar with the classic Ikea bag, but over on Amazon, the No. 1 new release in home gear is a set of four reusable moving bags that are nearly as tough as a box, with the ease of packing of a bag.

The Homesure Heavy Duty Moving Bags are just $20 for a 4-pack right now. Each bag is water-resistant, has strong handles, and both transparent and solid color versions are available. They’re perfect for organizing your next move, from getting all the clothes out of your closet to clearing the odds and ends on your filled shelves.

Homesure Heavy Duty Moving Bags, 4-Pack, $20 (was $23) on Amazon

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What Shoppers Should Know

  • Color Options: Semi-transparent and solid color options both exist.
  • Dimensions: 29 x 14 x 13 inches
  • Capacity (Weight): 200 pounds
  • Capacity (Volume): 24 gallons (approx. 90 L)
  • Best Use Case: Moving, such as into a dorm, and other transport issues. Some even use these bags for camping.

We’ve all had the issue of needing to put something into a box for moving, but the object was just slightly too wide. Very annoying. A lack of rigidly-defined dimensions is one of the reasons why duffel bags have stood the test of time.

And so, you can think of this as getting four 29-by-14-by-13 boxes with reinforced handles. But I think it’s somewhat better to approach it like you are getting four 90 L backpacks. And what a deal that is when you consider that even a budget travel backpack will cost around $30 for 40 L. This is a hyper-cost-efficient moving solution.

The form factor is also nice, plain and simple. Each bag is made from a strong polyurethane, granting the bags water resistance, and with some care, you can load approximately 200 pounds in each bag. If you hate searching through each bag for the precise object you need, get the semi-transparent bags to aid you later. Meanwhile, there are several solid color options available if you prefer privacy.

Related: Walmart's Ozark Trail Line Has a $30 Travel Backpack That Goes Toe-to-Toe With Major Outdoor Brands

What Shoppers Are Saying

Already receiving more than 7,000 ratings, the Homesure moving bags are still holding onto a 4.8-star rating.

One parent described using them for moving the kids in and out of college. “The bags are durable, sturdy, and much more convenient than using cardboard boxes. The handles make them easy to transport, and they fold flat for storage when not in use.”

But don’t get stuck in the mindset that these bags are a dorm-only sort of affair. Another shopper described an entirely different use for them that I think Men’s Journal’s more outdoor adventure types might appreciate, too. “I purchased these for a family mountain trip! And I’m so glad I did! They are waterproof with a great zipper to ensure everything stays inside out of the weather!”

The Homesure Heavy Duty Moving Bags are just $20 for a 4-pack and are well worth the investment to avoid sloppy cardboard.

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