Best collapsible laundry baskets [UK]: Top Addis, Beldray, and Brabantia collapsible laundry baskets reviewed

A collapsible laundry basket for the medium sized family, this product from UK based firm Addis can hold up to 45 litres at a time. It is constructed out of a combination of plastics, some being rigid, while others are flexible in order to make it foldable, yet solid once popped up into shape.

And ‘pop up’ is a good way to describe how this  plastic, collapsible, laundry basket works. From its flattened position you simply place your foot on the bottom and then pull the handles up and it pops into its usable position.

When flat it has dimensions of 61cm wide by 45cm deep, but just 8.5cm high, and resembles a tray in this position, and this makes it easy to find a storage space for it. Once fully erected the width and depth stay the same, but the height increases to 28cm.

The way the basket folds up and down is smooth in operation, and easy to do, but the flexibility of some of the plastic/rubber components on the side made me feel that I had to be a little bit careful with the basket so that I don’t prematurely damage it. Don’t get me wrong, it didn’t feel flimsy, just not as solid as my old regular non-folding basket I have in the bedroom, but I guess that’s to be expected from something that has to be collapsible.

Unlike some cheaper collapsible baskets, you won’t have to hold this one in place, as it will stand up freely on its own, whether that is when fully assembled or only popped up halfway. This I really liked because it can be so annoying when these baskets collapse all the time of their own accord. The Addis foldable laundry basket has a good design, it pops up and folds down easily, and has a decent amount of room to get your laundry in. All in all, it’s a decent product.

I haven’t updated this article for a while and after reviewing the consensus online, I changed up some of the opinions but also had to include this beautiful collapsible laundry basket. Now I know you want budget sometimes but this isn’t that, this is really class and fits into most stylish decor setups. But there’s more, the removable laundry bags means you don’t have to worry about the outer frame dirtying and at the same time can separate your lights and darks in an organised fashion.

The first thing you’ll notice is the fact this doesn’t take up much space at all. Being taller you have less footage used so fits nicely in most small spaces as well because it’ll still fit nicely under work counters.

Setup isn’t much of a bother either. Have you ever seen a pop up gazebo or a tent? This basically works in exactly the same way, threading the wooden structure with a rubber core throughout to give stability. I’d say setup is less than 5 minutes for even the most basic DIY’ers. One thing to be careful of is pulling the cords tightly so it all comes together and looks like the sales pictures. IF you don’t get this step right it’ll look a bit disappointing.

PRO TIP: One thing you want to avoid though, don’t let this get wet or it’ll stain and go mouldy. Being fabric this is one of the biggest problems you’ll face with whatever collapsible laundry basket you opt for. Not only will it end up looking rough – it’ll go mouldy which isn’t healthy and it’ll do it quickly! Worse still, you won’t get a refund as most fabric collapsible laundry basket manufacturers state this very clearly in their listings!

Some have complained the material is cheap. I have to say my opinion is for the money this looks luxury and as long as you don’t let it get wet you have a real diamond.

Our first review is of the excellent DII collapsible storage basket/bin. This round collapsible Laundry basket is one of the smaller options out there, measuring just 12”x15”, and is better suited to people who do laundry more often as the basket will get full after a few days. There are larger versions available, but they are not that big either, and there is also the choice of getting a rectangular basket, but we preferred the look of the round one.

This is a collapsible laundry basket, but because of its compact size, and the fact that all of the 9 colour schemes that it comes in look fantastic, you probably won’t want to put it away out of sight.

These collapsible laundry baskets can easily be used to store books, toys, and just about anything else you like, while adding a touch of colour to your child’s bedroom at the same time.

They are made from thick polyester and constructed very sturdily. The cotton rope handles are soft to hold in the hand, yet very strong, making these a good option to move kids toys from upstairs to downstairs or to use as a funky shopping bag when you visit the supermarket.

To sum up, these round baskets look great, and are very well put together from strong materials. They would be a great addition to a child’s bedroom, or even in the living room to keep books or magazines in.

Need something a bit bigger to keep all your dirty clothes in under the weekend rolls around and you have time to do your laundry? This 82 litre capacity collapsible laundry basket might be just the thing for you.

It is made from a strong feeling fabric that can handle loads up to 12kg, and is held together by durable seams. The handles are made from aluminium, again for durability, but have rubber coatings to make them more comfortable to carry.

The material is a combination of 600D Oxford fabric, which is known for its strength, and the lining is coated with Polyethylene to make it waterproof.

This collapsible laundry bag stands at 38 x 38 x 72cm at its full extension, and it is stable enough to stand freely without collapsing again. Once empty and folded down it weighs 560 grams and is small enough to slip under a bed or washing machine until needed.

There are multiple colours to choose from, but no variety in patterns, just paint colours. This is not a bad thing though, as it gives this product a modern look and feel, and makes this collapsible laundry basket suitable for teenagers and college students. Of course, these bags can also be used for a wide range of applications other than laundry, such as books and toys, and the neutral colours mean that it can fit into any bedroom without looking out of place.

This is a really good quality product, and definitely one of my favourites out of all the collapsible laundry baskets we tested. It has a large capacity, but doesn’t take up too much room, even when left standing up, it’s made out of very good materials, and those materials are well put together. What’s not to like?

Similar in design to the Addis foldable laundry basket, and priced around the same, this product’s 27 litre capacity makes it better suited to smaller families or individuals who only do laundry once a week. Before I get into the review further let’s take a look at their demo video:

It is constructed out of the same kinds of materials as the Addis product; a mix of plastic and rubber, but I have to say that the rubber parts on this Beldray model felt a little bit thicker to me. At the same time though, the hard-plastic handles didn’t seem quite as thick or strong as its rival.

The unfolding mechanism is very easy and smooth, you just have to push your hand into the bottom, and likewise, the collapsing is done by placing the basket on a hard surface and pushing the handles down. You’ll have to make sure that you are folding the soft rubber sides the way there were intended though, but this becomes easier the more you do it.

When empty, the Beldray collapsible laundry basket weighs 1.3 kilos, which is noticeably heavier than your average wicker laundry basket, but it does make you feel that this isn’t a flimsy product, even if it does make lifting a full load a little bit harder work.

The main problem I have read about this product is with the sticker that comes attached to the inside of the basket. It is held on with an extremely strong adhesive and is very difficult to remove. I had already read about this before ours arrived, so I didn’t even bother trying to remove it, and it didn’t bother me leaving it there. You can purchase this collapsible laundry basket in either grey, turquoise, purple or red.

Another one of my favourites, the Brabantia foldable laundry basket is a good value and dependable product. With dimensions of 37 x 44 x 26cm, it is not the largest collapsible laundry basket out there, but it can hold a surprisingly large amount of laundry, and would be enough for a couple with no children, or more than enough for a single adult.

Although this is collapsible, it doesn’t fold down as flat as say the Addis basket, but because the Brabantia is made of fabric and not plastic and rubber, you can feel comfortable squeezing it into gaps without worrying about tearing or damaging it.

The actual materials used to make the Brabantia are polyester (75%) and cotton (25%), with a PU coating on the inside to make it waterproof, and to help with the structure of the basket. The outside layer does not have this coating, but feels like it won’t be damaged by a bit of water in any case. I really like the look of this product, it has a simple, yet stylish aesthetic that makes it look like a nice addition to your home rather than an eyesore if left stood up. 

The carry handles are well made and comfortable to hold, even when the basket is full, and the dimensions of the product felt just right to carry in front of me naturally, and I hardly even realised it was there when walking up and down stairs. In my opinion, this is easily worth the eighteen pounds that it is going for on Amazon at the moment. It will certainly last longer than most plastic baskets, and looks nicer to boot.

A good alternative to the UOON product when it comes to large capacity collapsible laundry baskets, this excellent basket from Delgeo has some nice design features to set it apart from its closest competitor.

For a start, this model has a more rigid structure, yet still folds down very quickly and easily down flat for ease of storage. The bottom of the basket is made from a strong MDF board and this prevents it from sagging when filled to it’s 100 litre capacity, and also helps to keep it standing stable.

The other materials used in this basket’s construction are polypropylene and polyester, and this gives it a strong, robust quality while still being breathable which prevents odours. The whole product feels like it will last for a fair old while, and even comes with a 1-year warranty for your peace of mind.

To keep the contents in place, there is a drawstring that you can tie across the top of the clothes, and also my favourite feature: a solid lid that saves you from smelling other people’s dirty socks as you carry it to the washing machine!

The Delgeo collapsible laundry basket arrives as a flat pack, but only takes a minute to set up and then stands 63cm tall, and 38cm wide and deep. 

Although only available in a  single colour: grey, it does look good and will blend in with your home’s colour scheme and decorations effortlessly. 

I honestly can’t find anything to fault with Delgeo’s collapsible laundry basket, and if I really had to choose one to spend my money on, this would probably be it. I’m a bit busy getting around to doing laundry more than once a week, and the large capacity, plus the closable lid, is perfect for that purpose.

If you’re like me, you’ve probably accidentally mixed the odd coloured item in with your whites when you shouldn’t have, and ended up with a load of pink, grey, and other washed out colorer clothes that previously weren’t that shade. To avoid this situation, you could invest in ones of 3-section collapsible laundry bags from Vinsani. The three separate sections mean that you can drop your colours in one side, whites in the other, and darks such as black and dark brown in the third. This should prevent people like me throwing in the wrong things together, and avoiding a teenage melt down when your son sees his favourite England shirt has now got a very distinct rosy tint to it.

Made from extremely durable double layered Oxford fabric, and coated with polyethylene to make it waterproof, this is a laundry bag that should last you a while even if you aren’t the most careful of people. 

The handles are aluminium, known for its rust-resistant properties, and they have been given a rubber coating for comfort. These handles are attached to the bag’s fabric and feel like they have been made to be strong and sturdy and I think they could easy hold up a fully loaded bag for years to come.

When the bag is empty, it does lose its shape slightly, but this is hardly enough to be a problem, and is fine when filled with clothes. The package arrived as a little flattened down pack wrapped in plastic and looked quite small, but when I opened it up, I was happy with the 60 x 32 x 49cm dimensions, that is more than enough for normal sized family, and if you have a larger family, then why not buy a second or third basket? At the bargain price of just over a tenner, you can’t go wrong.