For this post, I have put together a collection of the best collapsible laundry baskets currently available. See our top picks and buying guides for the best in bedroom accessories.
Our Top Picks
- Best Overall: Brabantia Folding Laundry basket
- Best Foldable: 82 litre basket bag from Dokehom
- Best Collapsible: Addis Foldable Rectangular Laundry Basket.
A collapsible laundry basket is the perfect place for throwing your dirty clothes into before washing.
How We Selected
From foldable linen hampers to plastic and rubber options, there are collapsible laundry baskets to suit all budgets and tastes.
The best collapsible laundry baskets can be folded down to a size that makes them convenient for storing away so they don’t take up too much space.
We’ve searched the internet looking for the top collapsible laundry baskets, all of which have excellent buyers feedback and 4-5/5 star ratings.
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So here is my list of the the best collapsible laundry basket.
Brabantia Laundry Basket with Bamboo Top
- Grey fabric with bamboo top.
- Foldable & Waterproof.
- 40L equivalent of complete machine load (25kg)
- 2 year guarantee.
- Multifunctional – can also be used as a storage box for paper, toys etc.
- Weights 0.95kg.
- Pros: Large capacity, looks stylish, suitable for wet and dry laundry, folds flat.
- Cons: A little pricier than some options.
- Consumer Score: Excellent reviews – 83% of buyers give this 5 stars.
DOKEHOM Extra Large Laundry Basket
- Thickened 100% Cotton with waterproof coating.
- Available in three sizes: Medium (17.7″), Large (19″) Thickened, XL (22″) Thickened – Pictured.
- Available in 6 designs: Pink, Blue Strips, Purple, Blue Star, Navy Blue and Grey Star.
- Large size so can be used for kids toys, dog toys, linen, blankets, and the nursery.
- Large leather handle & drawstring included.
- Pros: Available in nice prints and patterns, large capacity, drawstring cover.
- Cons: Not ideal for wet clothing.
- Consumer Score: Very positive feedback from buyers – 78% of buyers give it 5 stars.
VIROSA Oval Collapsible Laundry Basket
- White and grey high quality, durable plastic.
- When not in use it folds away.
- Lightweight with strong handles.
- Pros: Easy to carry, folds flat, durable.
- Cons: Not as aesthetically pleasing.
- Consumer Score: Excellent reviews with 74% of buyers giving it 5 stars.
Addis Foldable Rectangular Laundry Basket
- Everyday family laundry basket with large 45 litre wash load capacity
- Folds flat away for easy storage.
- White & Aqua Haze.
- Pros: Folds flat for easy storage, large capacity, easy to carry.
- Cons: Some customers report it’s not that durable.
- Consumer Score: Excellent reviews – 79% of buyers give this 5 stars.
Sea Team Moroccan Collapsible Basket
- Collapsible storage basket with drawstring cover and PU leather handles.
- Waterproof inside.
- Made from faux leather, cotton and jute.
- Weighs 390 grams.
- Available in 33 different designs!
- Round and square shapes.
- Pros: Lots of designs available, cheap, with waterproof PE lining.
- Cons: Small capacity.
- Consumer Score: Brilliant reviews with 70% of buyers giving it 5 stars.
DOKEHOM 82L Large Collapsible Washing Laundry Basket Bag
- Collapsible and waterproof.
- Very large capacity holding up to 82L of washing.
- As a result of its potential load it has aluminium handles with soft grip.
- Available in 7 different colours.
- Excellent value for money.
- Pros: Looks stylish, affordable, waterproof, large capacity.
- Cons: The word laundry printed on it make the basket less versatile.
- Consumer Score: Brilliant reviews – 81% of buyers give this 5 stars.
DOKEHOM 105L X-Large Linen Double Laundry Hamper
- Huge laundry basket divided into two sections that separates dark and light clothes.
- Aluminium ring handle with soft grip.
- There is a big pocket on the side of bag, and you can carry Laundry Detergent, coins, keys, phones, etc with this bag.
- Pros: The built-in sections which separate dark and light clothes, stylish, large capacity.
- Cons: The basket is less versatile due to the words printed on it.
- Consumer Score: Excellent buyer reviews – with 76% giving it 5 stars.
Brabantia Foldable Laundry Basket
- Compact, space-saving foldable basket that pops up and folds flat in seconds.
- Suitable for wet and dry laundry – special water-resistant coating.
- Multi-functional – can also be used as a storage box for paper, toys etc.
- Pros: Water resistant, basket could be used for storage other than washing.
- Cons: Small capacity.
- Consumer Score: Almost universally loved from buyer reviews – 84% gives this 5 stars.
Things To Consider When Buying A Collapsible Laundry Basket
Size
If you have large loads of washing, you will need a basket large enough to accommodate this. Think about the size you require before purchasing.
Material
The most common types of collapsible laundry basket are those made from plastic and rubber, and those made of coated fabrics.
Plastic and rubber baskets fold down flat and are easy to wipe clean and fabric collapsible laundry bags and baskets look more appealing and can be folded away when not in use.
Durability
You want a laundry basket which will stand the test of time. Plastic and rubber options are durable, but some buyers have reported of the rubber splitting, so check reviews before you buy.
Fabric baskets can lose their shape after multiple uses so opt for ones that hold their shape, even when they are empty.
Style
If you’re planning on your laundry basket being on show, you will want something which looks nice.
There are plenty of options available to suit all tastes from ones which are appealing to kids and neutral ones which will look cool in a bathroom.
Price
Luckily collapsible laundry baskets are fairly inexpensive items, so you can take your pick when it comes to buying one. From £10-£30, there are lots to choose from.
FAQ’s Collapsible Laundry Baskets
Use warm soapy water to clean them but don’t place in the washing machine as this can affect the waterproof coating on fabric baskets.
To get rid of odours use baking soda to neutralise them.
A collapsible laundry basket can be stored flat when it’s empty, taking up less space than a standard laundry basket.
Ideal for small spaces!
There are lots of places in a home that you can keep a laundry basket, but the most popular places tend to be a bedroom, a large cupboard, a bathroom or a utilities room.
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Final Thoughts
My top pick overall is the Brabantia Folding Laundry basket because it’s compact, folds flat in seconds, suitable for wet and dry laundry, can be used for other storage uses and gets outstanding reviews with 84% of buyers giving it 5 out of 5 stars.
If you’re looking for a foldable bag that will hold a lot more then I would recommend the 82 litre basket bag from Dokehom.
For a standard collapsible plastic one this is a great option Addis Foldable Rectangular Laundry Basket.
I hope this list of the best collapsible laundry baskets was helpful.
If you think I left any out that should be included or have a suggestion for a future article, let me know in the comments below.
Nicola
Last Updated: February 2022
- Added ‘How We Selected.’
- Added Top Picks.
- Updated image.
- Added Internal links.
- Added Pros/Cons on all products.
- Updated Consumer Scores.
- Added ‘Things To Consider’.
- Added FAQ’s.
- Added Alternative Retailers.
- Added Final Thought.
