We compared two collapsible laundry baskets: the SAMMART 42L Collapsible Laundry Basket and the LIVIVO 58L Collapsible Laundry Basket.
What we looked at
Capacity, folded height, handles, material, and price.
The verdict
If you want a proven 42L pop-up basket that folds to 7cm, the SAMMART is the pick at £19.50. If you would rather save £4.51 and get 58L of capacity, the LIVIVO is the alternative, at £14.99.
A £19.50 42L basket that folds down to 7cm high.
A £14.99 58L basket with silicone and heavy-duty plastic.
SAMMART 42L Collapsible Plastic Laundry Basket (White/Grey) — Most Reviewed
Intended for: Marketed as a 42L BPA-free pop-up laundry basket with comfort-grip handles, expanding to 58 x 44.6 x 27cm and collapsing to about 7cm high to save over 70% space when stored. Carries 4.4 stars from 13.3K ratings on this listing.
What we liked
- Folds down to about 7cm high per the listing
- BPA-free with comfort-grip handles
- Pop-up design that stores flat
- Very large review history (13.3K ratings)
Worth knowing
- Costs £4.51 more than the LIVIVO on these listings
- Smaller 42L capacity than the LIVIVO's 58L
Best for
- Buyers short of storage space
- Anyone who wants a well-reviewed basket
- Those who want a stated folded height
Not ideal for
- Budget-conscious buyers
- Anyone who needs the most capacity
LIVIVO 58L Collapsible Laundry Basket with Handles — Biggest Capacity
Intended for: Marketed as a 58L collapsible pop-up laundry basket made from heavy-duty plastic with flexible silicone, with ergonomic side handles, described as multi-purpose for use as a utility tub, toy box or camping storage. Carries 4.2 stars from 2.4K ratings on this listing.
What we liked
- Cheaper than the SAMMART on these listings, at £14.99
- Larger 58L capacity
- Heavy-duty plastic with flexible silicone
- Described as useful for toys or camping storage
Worth knowing
- No stated folded height on the listing bullets
- Lower star rating and smaller review history than the SAMMART (4.2 from 2.4K vs 4.4 from 13.3K)
Best for
- Buyers who want the most capacity
- Anyone who wants the lower price
- Those who want a multi-purpose tub
Not ideal for
- Buyers who want the best-reviewed basket
- Anyone who wants a stated folded size
