ThuleCompression Packing Cubes

I purchased six Thule compression cubes for a three-week international trip, and I couldn't be more impressed. These cubes performed exceptionally well, even under the pressure of being overstuffed. The zipper was sturdy and didn’t give out, a big relief considering how much I packed into each cube. I’ve compared these to top brands like Eagle Creek and some cheaper alternatives, but none matched Thule in fabric quality and compression effectiveness.Made from 100D nylon, these cubes have a strong, resilient material that is both durable and water-resistant. The “100D” refers to the denier, a measurement of fabric thickness, and in this case, the Thule cubes strike a perfect balance between durability and lightness. The fabric’s strength really stood out during my trip.One of the best features was how perfectly the cubes fit into my Thule Charm 70L bag. I was able to fit four fully packed cubes and still had room for shoes and a cosmetic bag at the top and sides, maximizing every inch of space.These cubes are on the pricier side, but they’re worth every penny. In my experience, no cheaper alternative has come close in terms of compression ability and overall quality.

There are many different packing cubes that all seem to do the job. Why pay a premium for a name brand like Thule? Good question. In this case, my answer would be three things: quality of materials, quality of construction, and feature set.These Thule cubes are made of a high quality nylon material that feels both extremely sturdy and moisture proof. When one of my bottles of liquid spilled into my suitcase on a recent trip, my clothes in the Thule packing cubes remained completely clean and dry. There's another benefit as well. My recent trip was to India. I love India but the air is...pungent. When I returned home, my wife immediately noticed that even the ziplock bags I brought with me had absorbed an odor. But neither these packing cubes nor the clothes inside were affected.The other great thing about the material is its translucence. The product photos probably exaggerate it a little bit but you are able to tell what is inside a cube based on color and to a lesser extent shape. If an article of clothing is tight against the top, bottom, or side of the cube, it is easy to identify. (FWIW, the color of the cube is a creamy white.)The zippers and pulls on these cubes are robust and the seams are solid. This is important with a compression design that necessarily puts more stress on everything. I was surprised by how much these cubes held before they were compressed—much more than the older Eagle Creek cubes they are replacing—and how well they compressed their contents. It's worth noting that I did not roll the contents as Thule recommends. Instead, I placed the cube above my shirts and pants as I folded them. This allowed me to get the width exactly right. Then I placed the top of each item into the cube and folded them repeatedly to match the height of the cube. Even after compressing the contents, I was surprised at how wrinkle-free they were when I unpacked in my hotel room.These are the first packing cubes I have owned that compress their contents. This feature proved quite useful. I wouldn't buy another set without it. In the past, the lid of my suitcase has served to compress its contents. This is a much easier approach.The reason I bought these Thule cubes wasn't actually because of any of the things I have written about. It was because the dimensions of the Medium size and the Small size happened to fit perfectly together in my new suitcase. Everything else has been a great bonus. The bottom line is that I am delighted with these cubes and recommend them without reservation. In fact, my only concern is the way my wife has been eyeing them for herself...

I love this Thule compression cube which I got on sale. And now I got another one small and two in medium. I learned about it in YouTube videos that it helps with carryon packing. Recently went on a trip and didn’t want to carry checked bag or carryon and I tried it with my backpack. It really works! Was able to pack my 2-3 days of lingeries + several tank tops and a pajama in one single small size cube. The only thing I wish they have is the compartment to store dirty clothes. I think it’s an easy fix on my end too - just to get another one for dirty ones. I love its white and sheer enough to see what’s in there. The zipper is quite strong and has a nice handle for push and pull. Organization is self explanatory and easy. For me I don’t care the wrinkles on my lingeries but I think it would be easy to avoid those

Love how easy it is to compress your clothes with these bags. In comparison to cheaper variants it is much easier to close the second compression zipper. Definitely with the extra cost. These are great for space saving and have a great build quality.

Worked well for my girlfriend and my trip to Japan. We bought an extra set of the small and medium so we each had them. Great material and good compression. There is a limit on how much you can put in there but for socks and underclothes was perfect for the small. We got all of our 4 shirts and 2 pairs of pants into the medium. Perfect for traveling and fit into our carryon bags well. Will probably buy another set to carry in our bags to have as packing for any clothing souvenirs we buy to make traveling home that much easier.

These seem like good quality cubes and I love that the top piece opens fully, unlike many other compression cubes. The zippers also seem strong and smooth. However, these have what feels like a piped edge around the top that makes it not quite as flexible. This might be a small thing for some but for me it's important to be able to squish the packing cubes in my suitcase or backpack and that requires a little more flexibility around the edges than these allow. If you like more structure, these would be great. I just need flexibility over structure. Otherwise they are great.

I’ve tried many packing cubes, but these are the best ones. They are sturdy but lightweight. You can pack a lot in them and close them tightly. The zipper is high quality and is working properly after many uses. My other packing cubes did not compress as much and had major zipper issues after several uses.