10 Reviews: Best Laundry Basket for College (Apr 2024)

This slender, space-saving laundry basket can hold a lot of clothes despite being just 10 inches deep, thanks to its lofty 23.6-inch height and long 18-inch base. This hamper has a lid, cutout handles for hauling, and a ventilated woven design that allows odors from filthy clothing to escape. Because of its plastic composition, it’s lightweight (about 3 pounds) and available in five colors, including pink, gray, and ivory.

"Very heavy plastic. Slim just like I needed. Top opens and closes easily. If you do not want the top either leave open or remove. Very, very easy to put top on

by Dupont

A hanging basket, such as this cotton canvas laundry bag, can be the ideal solution when there isn’t enough room on the floor for a laundry basket. Despite its small size of 16.25 inches wide by 6 inches deep, this bag may be hung almost anywhere, from a doorknob to a closet rod or even the side of a changing table. The bag has a metal rim to keep it closed and a zippered rear to make pulling dirty clothing out easy. It’s available in black and white and is machine washable for you to choose from. 

"This is a genius invention. We live in a smaller older home and there is limited space for laundry. It is perfect for a small space but the bag itself is long/large. It is about the length of a king size pillow (for size reference). The whole thing is soft canvas fabric. ...At the same time it is very secure and never slips off itself. Totally full it is a good large load of laundry which is perfect."

by MmeP

If wicker is more your style, this Whitmor Rattique laundry hamper is both gorgeous and functional. It’s 17.3 inches wide and 12.6 inches deep, but it comes with a hinged top, a removable and machine-washable liner bag, and a lightweight plastic and metal wire design that’s durable but still easy to lift and move closer to your washer if you have the space. The mocha and gray-colored basket look like it’s made of real split rattan and features a lid to keep your belongings hidden. To put it another way, you won’t mind putting this hamper out in the open.

"I just got this today and absolutely LOVE it! It looks like real wicker, I can't believe it's plastic. I have a small bathroom and my other hamper took up too much space, this one is perfect! The color is like the picture, it's very pretty. .."

by Lori H.

This set comes with two slender yet tall hampers that are perfect for separating your light and dark clothing. What makes you think you’re a genius? To maximize storage, place them near to one another or, if space is limited, in different places. The hampers are 15 by 10 inches at the base, but with a height of 25 inches, they have plenty of space. They’re composed of tough Oxford cloth and include handles for easy transport as well as rods to keep the frames in place. They can, however, be conveniently collapsed when not in use, making them suitable for tiny settings.

"I was looking for a hamper that would fit between my bathroom vanity and toilet when I came across this set. It ended up being the perfect size and even though it is slender, it is tall enough and deep enough where it holds a good amount of clothes. It looks nice and even brightens up the bathroom a bit..."

by Mrs. Morgan

This stunning modern wire Yamazaki basket is not only beautiful to look at but also quite practical, making it an ideal choice for those who value both form and function. The basket’s folding hardwood handles may be used in a variety of ways, and the open metal frame allows for plenty of airflows. Its dimensions are 12.2 by 16.3 by 10.6 inches, making it ideal for modest places. A load of laundry the size of a middle-sized load can be accommodated in the basket.

"As advertised, this is a handy basket for clothes that fits in a small space, like a closet. Easy to carry with the two handles, seems sturdy and the open mesh design allows for air flow to minimize odors of clothing."

by victor

You can always have your soiled clothing looking its best with the help of this airy pop-up laundry basket. This hamper’s broad aperture allows you to easily load or unload the washing machine in one swift motion, regardless of whether you’re loading or unloading the basket. When not in use, this product collapses into a small size with just a twist, making it very easy to store that is perfect to use in a small college dorm. 

"These are great I love they can be turned sideways. The durability is amazing. I have had mine for over ten years and they are still in great shape and I use them every week."

by Krystle Fallon

This laundry basket is great for a small college dorm because it hangs over the door and takes up no floor space. It includes universal hooks for hanging. You don’t want it hung on the door, do you? It also comes with sticky hooks on the back so you can hang them in your bathroom or closet. The hamper has a vast capacity of 20 by 30 inches, but the sturdy Oxford cloth and double-reinforced stitching can handle heavy loads. A separate front pocket is great for carrying a few delicates, and the back zipper makes transferring the garments to your washing machine a breeze.

"We have a small home and needed some space saving options. These are super easy to carry down our stairs (compared to traditional laundry basket). I keep one in the laundry room for whites until I have enough to run a load with bleach. Love the zipper feature so everything dumps right into the washer.."

by Kaya

HAY’s beautiful laundry baskets will keep your laundry area tidy and garner well-deserved attention with their modern, graphic style. The BIG-GAME studio’s plastic basket can be used not just for laundry but also to keep all kinds of everyday items in the order. The baskets are made of a polypropylene/recycled polypropylene blend and are available in two sizes – pick your favorite or mix and match from a variety of subtle hues! In addition, the small and large laundry baskets can be stacked on top of each other.

The slender laundry hamper is 15.2 inches wide and 8.5 inches deep, making it compact enough to fit in even the tiniest of spaces. It is made of durable Oxford cloth so you do not need to be concerned about the durability. It can also be folded flat when not in use, but it isn’t flimsy thanks to its cardboard bottom insert and poles that keep it upright. It comes in eight colors and has robust carrying handles to make it easier to transport. To be your ideal choice, it has a 4.6-star overall rating based on over 3,000 reviews.

"This is a high quality hamper. Very nice and very sturdy materials. I use it in a bathroom at our mobile home getaway between the shower and toilet because it's a smaller space. I cannot say enough about how pleased I am with this product!"

by Chooch

A laundry basket with wheels is particularly useful since it can be easily carried from the hamper to the washing machine. As a result, this tiny rolling laundry hamper is a fantastic option. It features a tiny footprint of 15.4 inches broad by 7.3 inches deep with a rolling design. It also has a safety brake and is made of waterproof Oxford cloth, so you won’t have to worry about the hamper unexpectedly rolling away. The bag is also collapsible, which is a nice feature, and it has removable poles to keep it in shape while not in use.

"I like this laundry basket. This was interesting as the words on it make it a little more sarcastic and i like that. the durability of this product is good. Could hold a lot of clothes. Since this is Square, I like the idea of folding the clothes after drying straight into the basket which makes them more appealing."

by Ankit