Ever tried to repack your backpack in a hostel dorm at 6 AM without waking everyone up? Or spent 10 minutes digging for that one clean pair of socks? Enter: packing cubes. Specifically, my Eagle Creek packing cubes—aka the secret to my stress-free travel days.
What’s to Love?
Eagle Creek offers packing cubes in all shapes and sizes—whether you need a double-sided laundry cube to separate clean and dirty clothes or a dedicated boot cube to keep dirt and gravel out of your pack. Whatever your packing needs, they’ve got a cube for it!
Organization
No more digging through every nook and cranny of your backpack or suitcase. Using Eagle Creek packing cubes means you can pull just one, neatly organized, cube out at a time.
And with all the different types of cubes, I can keep everything separate so I know exactly which cube my t-shirts are in and where to put my toothbrush back.
I use this cube as my “junk drawer” of traveling. I keep things like a laundry line and clothespins, a sink stopper for washing in the sink, a corkscrew, and my reusable silverware in it. This way, I always know where the small things that I don’t use every day are and I don’t have to sift through various bags to find them.
Space Savers
Because these cubes come in so many shapes, sizes, and types, you can easily pack your suitcase or backpack like a perfectly placed Jenga set. But what’s better is that these cubes hold A LOT! I can fit 3 days of outfits in this cube!
The compression cubes mean you don’t have to compromise valuable space, either. Fitting multiple cubes in your luggage becomes a breeze when you can cinch them up smaller.
Style for Days
Packing cubes don’t have to cramp your sense of style either! Eagle Creek cubes come in a variety of fun, bright colors (as well as muted ones, if you prefer) and colorful patterns that will have your bunkmates jealous. These color and pattern choices are great not only for the style you crave, but they also keep things private – those intimates stay private!
How They Stack Up
See what I did there? Packing cubes… get it?
For me, Eagle Creek is a no-brainer. I’ve tried other brands—L.L. Bean, Eddie Bauer, various knock-offs—but Eagle Creek fits all my needs every time.
Take my L.L. Bean toiletry bag, for example. I liked the hanging hook, but in most hostel bathrooms, there wasn’t a great place to hang it. Instead, it would slump and tip over on a tiny pedestal sink, making more of a mess than a solution. It also added extra weight to my pack—something I try to avoid.
Eagle Creek’s quality and design always win me over. Their cubes feel more versatile, like they were designed with real travelers in mind. And with their “No Matter What” warranty, I know my gear is covered for life.
Sure, some brands like REI offer a bit more compression, and L.L. Bean’s travel accessories get creative with extra pockets. But for me, L.L. Bean’s cubes feel bulkier and add unnecessary weight—something I notice every time I hit the road.
The Breakdown
| Brand | Pros | Cons |
|---|
| Eagle Creek | Durable, lightweight, large variety of sizes, “No Matter What” warranty, see-through options, made with recycled materials, clamshell opening for full access | None I’ve found yet! |
| Osprey | Ultralight, made with recycled materials | Fewer size options, no see-through panels, no compression, J-zip opening makes accessing items at the bottom harder |
| Amazon Basics | Affordable, variety of shapes | Less durable, mesh can snag and rip easily, fabric feels cheaper |
Pro Tips
- Choose the right cube size: Small for toiletries, medium for tops and bottoms, large for bulkier items.
- Roll, don’t fold: Rolling clothes maximizes space and reduces wrinkles.
- Separate categories: One cube for tops, one for bottoms, and a smaller one for underthings.
- Color-code your cubes: If you have multiples, buy different colors to keep things straight.
- Use a “junk drawer” cube: Store small essentials like reusable cutlery, a laundry line, or a corkscrew in one cube for easy access.
Eagle Creek Packing Cubes Are my Winners
Eagle Creek packing cubes are my go-to for any trip – long or short, domestic or abroad, backpack or suitcase. Being able to slide the cubes in and out for easy access while still fitting everything I need is a no-brainer for me.
What’s your favorite packing hack? Do you swear by packing cubes, or do you have another go-to travel organization tip? Drop your best advice in the comments—I’d love to hear it!
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