Key Specs
Thule also uses double-zipper compression for its cubes, which open on three sides to make packing fairly easy. The YKK metal zippers have easy-grab pulls, and the material is only semi-see-through, making these a good pick if you don’t want TSA to see all your clothing while going through security. The material is durable and scratch-proof, and online reviews comment that many users have had them for years. It’s also covered by the Thule Guarantee: while it won’t cover normal wear and tear, it does cover any issues that arrive from quality or manufacturing for the life of the product.
Key Specs
If you’re using packing cubes for active travel, be it backpacking, rafting, or just traveling in a monsoon-prone area, you’ll want your packing cubes to be completely waterproof. While many are water-resistant, few are truly waterproof. But fortunately, the Nite Ize packing cube is rated to IP67—the same as an iPhone X—so you can submerge it under a few feet of water for up to 30 minutes and still keep the contents dry. It’s also dust and dirt-proof, so it can double as an electronics or camera bag in arid or sandy environments.
