I purchased these storage bins with the noble intention of filling them with soft blankets for the outdoor strays — a tiny sanctuary, a cozy nook, a feline Airbnb with a five‑star turndown service. In my mind, these bins were spacious, sturdy, and capable of holding at least one loaf‑shaped cat and their emotional baggage. Without the lid, I'm not a monster. Then they arrived. They are, in fact, the size of a banana. Not a bunch. A single banana. Maybe two if they’re feeling ambitious and want to snuggle. I don’t know why this keeps happening to me. I understand measurements in theory. I can read numbers. I passed math. Trig even. And yet, every time I order something with dimensions listed plainly in the description, my brain says, “Yes, that sounds enormous,” and then the universe hands me a tiny plastic box suitable only for storing paperclips, regrets, or perhaps a little mouse family with minimalist tendencies. The bins themselves are great — sturdy, clear, and latch with the confidence of something that knows it will never be asked to house a living creature. They are perfect for craft supplies, receipts, or the collection of Allen wrenches IKEA has cursed me with. Tape them to the back of the thing they came with, though, I PROMISE you'll need the exact one again. Five stars for quality. Zero stars for my ongoing inability to visualize scale. The cats remain unimpressed but warm, thanks to Plan B (they decided they wanted to live inside). Read more
I have a large collection of Disney Ear Headbands and we travel to the Parks several times a year. I usually check a bag when we fly and found these plastic storage cases work perfectly to hold them. They do take up room in your suitcase, but it’s worth it to me to have them protected. Depending on the style and fragility of the ears the case will hold 2-4 headbands. They are very sturdy with a tight closure. They appear like a container that will last for years to come. Read more
Great product for all my crafting supplies. Wonderful customer service! Read more
Although these bins are sized for paper products, I bought them to store sandpaper in my garage tool chest. It may sound a strange use but sandpaper can wick moisture and curl over time or get brittle. These bins will keep it crisp and neat. Sandpaper is 9 x 11 and fits pretty well, just slightly snug. The bins are pretty rugged and close securely. I wouldn't hesitate to get more if I had the need. The price wasn't bad at about $7 each. The only complaint I have is that they came with locking handles unattached and in a separate bag. It wasn't an item I figured would require any assembly. No big deal I thought, but when I went to snap the handles on, I was a bit surprised at the effort needed. I was pretty sure I was going to break one or more of the plastic hinge pins on the handle. I had noticed that they sent an extra handle, so I assume that's common and it seems they get returned frequently. What I found that worked well for me was to use a screwdriver to help push the pin into the notched tab. If I were only pushing on the handle I'm sure something would've broke. You could also try a drop of oil on the pin as well. On the plus side, you don't have to worry about these handles coming loose if you manage not to break them. Otherwise I recommend them, good quality and solidly made. Definitely 5 stars if it were not for the handles. Read more
I have a small collection of self-published Japanese artbooks that require careful storage, as if damaged they are basically impossible to replace due to non-existent supply, and by standard convention most of these are B5 and A4-sized. B5-size document cases are extremely difficult to find at all in the U.S., so the fact that Citylife's are available at all is a godsend. When it comes to A4-size document cases though, I have tried a number of other products, but these Citylife cases are the only ones I like: all the other cases have sharp protrusions on the inside that easily damage paper as it shifts around, which is totally unacceptable. These Citylife cases are also made of a much thicker, firmer plastic than the rest, and have no weird residue typical of cheaper plastic cases. The fit is a little bit roomier than I'd expect, but this is probably a good thing for usability, as a tighter fit might make it difficult to take the contents out. Since the inside surfaces are completely smooth and unproblematic anyway, I haven't noticed any damage to things shifting around inside. I highly, highly recommend these for any B5 or A4-size documents you care about; they're peerless at the price point. Read more
Perfect for my need. It appears to be a quality product. Latch locks snugly and they stack nicely. I used to keep my stock of various plastic bags (similar to zip-loc) in a couple of shallow boxes but it was always a mess. Now, everything is organized, contained, and easy to access. I've been very pleased with the result. Read more
Exactly what I needed for some puzzles with ruined boxes. Both puzzles were either 1000 pieces or 1200 pieces and fit perfectly in the bins with a bit of room to spare. Definitely would order again. Read more
Pros: The storage containers are nice - sturdy, easy to assemble, lid fits well. Cons: The dimensions are deceptive - I ordered 9x12 thinking it would easily hold 8.5x11 paper. No. The bottom of the container is 8x10. As you can see in the photo, a piece of typing paper does not fit. I would return these but (a) I'm not sure if I could remove the handles to repackage and (b) I have other uses for them in my classroom. I just won't buy from this seller again. Read more
