IRIS USA Plastic Storage Bin Tote 32 Qt vs Sterilite 18 Gal Storage Bin with Lid

The IRIS USA 4-pack is the better pick for organizing many small-to-medium loads: you get four latching, stackable bins with a pull handle, and the pearl body hides contents. The Sterilite 18 Gal is the better pick for bulky, heavy loads like off-season gear or dorm packing, since one bin holds far more and the recessed lid stacks well. Reviewers rate the Sterilite highly (4.7 from over 5,000 ratings); IRIS owners tend to praise the buckles and stacking but note the plastic is lighter than heavy-duty totes. Neither is a rugged moving crate.

• Choose the IRIS USA if you want several matching bins for shelves, closets or a game room, and you value latching lids and a pull handle over raw capacity.
• Choose the Sterilite 18 Gal if you need to pack bulky items like blankets, holiday decor or dorm gear into one large, stackable bin.