Which is better for indoor hanging?

The Bloem. Its removable saucer tray catches runoff, so water won't drip onto floors. The Mudeela has no tray and will drip through the coir.

Which holds more soil?

The Bloem holds 8 quarts. Mudeela does not list capacity, but its 12-inch wire basket is smaller than the Bloem's 13-inch body.

Is the Mudeela set worth it over one Bloem?

If you want two baskets and don't mind watering more often, yes. At $15.99 for two it costs less than one $17.95 Bloem.

Which lasts longer outdoors?

The Bloem. UV-resistant plastic outlasts metal wire that can rust and coir that breaks down. Replace the Mudeela liner each season.

Can I grow vegetables in either?

The Bloem is rated for fruits, vegetables and herbs and has the larger capacity. The Mudeela is listed for flowers and herbs.

Which needs less watering?

The Bloem, thanks to its self-watering reservoir. The Mudeela drains freely and dries out faster in sun and wind.

Bloem Hanging Planter Basket vs Mudeela 12-Inch Hanging Planter Baskets

Buy the Bloem if you want one self-watering basket that holds more soil and won't drip indoors. Buy the Mudeela set if you want two baskets for less money and prefer a natural coir liner. As of November 5, 2026, the Bloem is $17.95 at Home Depot and the Mudeela set of 2 is $15.99 at Amazon.

Today the Mudeela 12-Inch Hanging Planter Baskets costs $1.96 less at its best price.

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