Back to Mainstays 5 Qt. (1.25 gal.) Small Stackable Plastic Closet Storage Box, Clear, Set of 20

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4 out of 5stars
(20 reviews)

Most helpful positive review

5.00 out of 5 stars review
Verified Purchaser
09/12/2021
Max organization purposes.
Not extreamly sturdy, but for the price they still exceeded my expectations. Very pleased with my purchase, and I am excited to get my home more organized, and put together. I appreciate that they are clear , as I can see what the heck I'm looking for if they are stacked in my closets.
Chelsea

Most helpful negative review

1.00 out of 5 stars review
Verified Purchaser
08/23/2018
The plastic is thin and not durable.
Mainstays 5 Quart Shoe Box Storage, Clear, 20 Pack seemed to me a awesome way to store my shoes. I was excited to try this product because I do have a lot of shoes, sneakers, sandals, slippers, ect.. When I placed the very first pair of shoes in one of the containers I immediately notice the thinness of the plastic. After the shoes were inside the container I then saw that the storage box does not lock into place. No matter what shoe I put in the top does snap tight in place like it should. I wanted these storage boxes for shoes but I will be using them to store other items that don't need a tight seal for storage.I really don't see these boxes lasting though because they don't appear to be durable. Because of the quality of these shoe storage boxes I can not recommend them for storing shoes.
Dontliketowastemoney
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  • 2.00 out of 5 stars review
    Verified Purchaser
    06/13/2023
    Far from “snap tight,” Mainstay! Your description is very much a lie! These cheap, thin boxes are just enough to get things put away and more than enough to make me mad that I spend $20 on these little bins that I have to keep pressing the top on. I'm stuck between “they get the job done and just go spend the money and get what you need to be content….” Eventually, they will need to be replaced. So mad I got tricked into buying this thrifty hack.
    Andrea
  • 3.00 out of 5 stars review
    Verified Purchaser
    07/10/2022
    You get what you pay for
    I just received my delivery open the box and the first container I pulled out was cracked. The plastic is not as durable as I anticipated. Overall it's okay
    Lisa
  • 3.00 out of 5 stars review
    Verified Purchaser
    02/01/2022
    Good for light weighted materials
    I got these to organize my bathroom linen. The boxes are pretty flimsy (not structurally strong). So... if you have heavier items to organize, I would recommend getting something a little stronger. My closet looks pretty though, lol.
    JensLinenCloset
  • 4.00 out of 5 stars review
    Verified Purchaser
    01/26/2022
    good little containers. i knew they were shoebox size but i was a little surprised they were that little. made organizing a breeze and good deal for 20 of them! fit all my kids figets in one box, which is alot! holds slightly less clothes then i thought but still very happy with my purchase! i fit 3 dresses in one. and 4 to 5 legging in each box too.
    Brit
  • 5.00 out of 5 stars review
    Verified Purchaser
    10/12/2021
    Excellent lightweight storage!
    These are wonderful! They are very clear. The bottom is wider than other options giving them much more usable space. They are very lightweight and perfect for storing fabric and small, light objects. They would not be good for heavier storage. Using them for fabric storage for my embroidery business, I am in and out of them often, so I LOVE how light they are.
    Tammy
  • 5.00 out of 5 stars review
    Verified Purchaser
    09/12/2021
    Max organization purposes.
    Not extreamly sturdy, but for the price they still exceeded my expectations. Very pleased with my purchase, and I am excited to get my home more organized, and put together. I appreciate that they are clear , as I can see what the heck I'm looking for if they are stacked in my closets.
    Chelsea
  • 4.00 out of 5 stars review
    Verified Purchaser
    07/31/2021
    I'd buy it again.
    Thinner plastic than I would have liked, but it's fine for storing my size 10 shoes. Booties and platforms are too large for the 5 quart box. I do enjoy my shoes being stored and stacked in an orderly fashion. I'd buy this again.
    Michelle
  • 4.00 out of 5 stars review
    Verified Purchaser
    07/14/2021
    Does its job
    Very Flimsy; but does the job for the price, and I did buy them for the price!! 2 containers and lids were broke but Im too lazy to take it back. Did not have to put anything together which was another yes for me!
    JMom
  • 5.00 out of 5 stars review
    Verified Purchaser
    05/01/2021
    Great for Storage
    These are great containers. They aren't air-tight, but I didn't need them to be. They stack great and the plastic is nice and clear. Other reviews mentioned breakage when their containers arrived but, mine were intact. They came double boxed, so I'm assuming Walmart listened to those reviews and fixed the problem.
    Yardener
  • 5.00 out of 5 stars review
    Verified Purchaser
    03/31/2021
    Great bins with many uses
    I used these bins to organize my sewing room. I first bought 3 boxes and then had to buy a 4th. It makes it so much easier to see what is in each bin since they are totally clear. I do not need the lids to lock in place, just mostly so they will stack on top of each other. Should also be good for shoes.
    katphoto4u
  • 3.00 out of 5 stars review
    Verified Purchaser
    03/23/2021
    Boxes run small
    These boxes run really small. I wear a ladies size 6, and *most* of my shoes fit. Very high heeled Platform shoes did not. I could put two pairs of flat sandals or flip flops per box. None of my husbands shoes will fit (size 11/12). The plastic is very thin and flimsy, so don't expect to use them for anything more than a pair of shoes, and I wouldn't stack too high for fear they may collapse. I stacked 3 high and they are fine. Overall, they work for what I intended, but will have to find a different solution for my husbands shoes.
    Lori
  • 4.00 out of 5 stars review
    Verified Purchaser
    03/21/2021
    Thin, wish the lid locked, but they work.
    I love that they're clear and stackable. My booties and stilettos don't fit, so I keep those in larger boxes. They're thin, kinda flimsy, but for sandals, sneakers, and shorter heels, they work great. I wish they were a little more sturdy. My main concern is that the lids don't latch. I really wish the lids would latch on them. -The reason I didn't rate 5 stars. But they work, they do what they're made for. Overall I'm happy with them. I ordered two sets, one for myself and another for my wife.
    Tabatha
  • 4.00 out of 5 stars review
    Verified Purchaser
    03/08/2021
    Great for average sized shoes
    Great for average sized shoes. I wear a womans size 8 and the boxes were perfect. They stack pretty well and are clear so you can see whats inside Don't expect a really heavy plastic. These open from the top so getting to shoes on the bottom of the stack can be annoying. Overall a great product for the price.
    Monica
  • 5.00 out of 5 stars review
    Verified Purchaser
    09/10/2018
    Everything Looks Cleaner!
    Perfect Storage Container! I just got my shoe containers and they are truly the best thing since buying my shoes. I can now organize all my shoes and keep them covered, without having to fumble over getting the right pair out. I can sometimes put the wrong shoes in different boxes and when I am ready to go, I can find the pair that I really want. But now it doesn't matter, I can look at the boxes and see what I want. Next, they stack and line up so perfectly on my closet shelf. I also use my closet for storage, so my shoes need to go on the top shelves so that I can tuck away everything else that I am trying to hide. Finally, these are perfect for storing all of my kid's little toys. I have two boxes full of gear toys and because of the compact size of these I can divide them up and they fit perfectly on the bookshelf. No more gears all over the place. They are also great for storing old loose pictures, now instead of opening entire boxes of old pictures, I can kind of get an idea of what's in a box by the pictures I can see on the outside. The combinations of storage ideas for these are endless. They really are the perfect size for divide and organize.
    MommyMinski
  • 5.00 out of 5 stars review
    Verified Purchaser
    08/24/2018
    Nice storage bin!
    I love this pack of 20 storage bins with lids. The clear feature is great to see what is in them and they stack nicely. You can also stack the lids and bottoms separately. They will be a great choice for storage purposes and organization. If you are using them for shoes, they would not fit larger type shoes (the slippers in them are an size 8/9 ladies). Overall a good choice for organizing!
    TrixieSez
  • 5.00 out of 5 stars review
    Verified Purchaser
    08/24/2018
    Perfect for organizing
    Wow these are awesome! I love that they come in a pack of 20 (!!!!). I organized my baby bottles and a galillion of pumping parts so my counter is CLEAN and free! I also used a box for storing coggee mug lids, measuring cups and spoons etc and now it all looks so neat! I also will be using some of these boxes and lids for "Operation Christmas Child". The boxes are nice and sturdy and the best part -- see through! The lids are see through also, but come off semi-easy so beware! Other than that, it's a great product worth the money.
    SongForSomeone356
  • 5.00 out of 5 stars review
    Verified Purchaser
    08/23/2018
    Great shoe storage!
    This is a 20- pack of clear shoe storage boxes. I thought to myself I may use five. I'm embarrassed to say that I used 15! My shoes will now stay dust- free and they're very organized. The boxes are clear so I can easily see which shoes I'm looking for. Even my crazy four and a half inch wedges fit in these boxes. I wear a size 7, my husband's size 11 and a half shoes however will not fit. These stack nicely as there is a depression in the lid that the bottom of the top box fits into, making a stack of these less likely to fall over. These are light duty; I would use them for shoes or very light household items. They would not do well in a garage or shed. They are good value coming in at way less than $2 each for the lid and box.
    gimmieadeal
  • 4.00 out of 5 stars review
    Verified Purchaser
    08/23/2018
    Decent Boxes
    I am excited to review the Mainstays 5 Quart Shoe Box Storage which are clear and come in a 20 pack. I feel that these work good for the purpose they are intended for which is to store shoes, sneakers, flip flops or other foot wear. Shoe storage boxes are usually meant to simply keep dust off shoes and / or be able to stack shoes for storage. My average sneakers fit in them no problem. I could arrange them in the box the same way shoes would be arranged in a show box when you buy them ( turned on their sides ) Or if you want the sneaker to show in your closet so you know which one it is, you can also have the bottom of one sneaker on the floor of the box and the other one turned sideways and they will still fit in the box that way. If a show is barely fitting the box has a little give to it to stretch it a bit and make it fit. The lid just may have a harder time securing on top. Bigger sneakers like high tops or with abnormal size may not fit in them well. I would say the quality of these plastic boxes is about medium. It's not super flimsy but its not tough either. The lids snap on very loosely so I would not use them to store food or anything you need a box to be air tight for such as outdoor water proof storage of any kind. For general, very basic storage using boxes of this size I feel they will do the job. Obviously you can store a multitude of things in them other than footwear but again just make sure its nothing you need a tight sealing lid for. Overall I recommend this 20 pack of boxes for storage.
    Shannon
  • 1.00 out of 5 stars review
    Verified Purchaser
    08/23/2018
    The plastic is thin and not durable.
    Mainstays 5 Quart Shoe Box Storage, Clear, 20 Pack seemed to me a awesome way to store my shoes. I was excited to try this product because I do have a lot of shoes, sneakers, sandals, slippers, ect.. When I placed the very first pair of shoes in one of the containers I immediately notice the thinness of the plastic. After the shoes were inside the container I then saw that the storage box does not lock into place. No matter what shoe I put in the top does snap tight in place like it should. I wanted these storage boxes for shoes but I will be using them to store other items that don't need a tight seal for storage.I really don't see these boxes lasting though because they don't appear to be durable. Because of the quality of these shoe storage boxes I can not recommend them for storing shoes.
    Dontliketowastemoney
  • 4.00 out of 5 stars review
    Verified Purchaser
    08/23/2018
    Decent Boxes
    I am excited to review the Mainstays 5 Quart Shoe Box Storage which are clear and come in a 20 pack. I feel that these work good for the purpose they are intended for which is to store shoes, sneakers, flip flops or other foot wear. Shoe storage boxes are usually meant to simply keep dust off shoes and / or be able to stack shoes for storage. My average sneakers fit in them no problem. I could arrange them in the box the same way shoes would be arranged in a show box when you buy them ( turned on their sides ) Or if you want the sneaker to show in your closet so you know which one it is, you can also have the bottom of one sneaker on the floor of the box and the other one turned sideways and they will still fit in the box that way. If a show is barely fitting the box has a little give to it to stretch it a bit and make it fit. The lid just may have a harder time securing on top. Bigger sneakers like high tops or with abnormal size may not fit in them well. I would say the quality of these plastic boxes is about medium. It's not super flimsy but its not tough either. The lids snap on very loosely so I would not use them to store food or anything you need a box to be air tight for such as outdoor water proof storage of any kind. For general, very basic storage using boxes of this size I feel they will do the job. Obviously you can store a multitude of things in them other than footwear but again just make sure its nothing you need a tight sealing lid for. Overall I recommend this 20 pack of boxes for storage.
    OceanDreams1979