2 Section Hamper Buying Guide

As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Links marked “Affiliate link” may earn us a commission at no extra cost to you. Learn more.

The SONGMICS Laundry Hamper with Lid and Pedal holds the most, 160 liters, and is the only one with a stated load limit, 44 lb. The STO STO has a removable, washable liner bag. By listed floor footprint, STORAGE MANIAC 2 Section Laundry Sorter is the smallest (2.17 sq ft) and SONGMICS Laundry Hamper with Lid the largest (2.83 sq ft). Specifications come from Amazon listing data checked October 4, 2026; we have not tested these products. Confirm the selected variant on Amazon before ordering.

Quick compare: the products in this guide

Sizes come from the Amazon listings as we read them; check the product page for the current details before you buy.

Product	Listed details	Link
STO STO Laundry Hamper 2 Section, 100L Rolling Laundry Sorter Cart with…	23.1″L x 13.8″W x 29.1″H; 23.1″L x 13.8″W x 29.1″H	See details on Amazon Affiliate link
SONGMICS Laundry Hamper with Lid and Pedal, 160L Laundry Basket，2 Sections	22″L x 18.5″W x 29.5″H; 22″L x 18.5″W x 29.5″H	See details on Amazon Affiliate link
STORAGE MANIAC 2 Section Laundry Sorter, Laundry Hamper with Wheels, Gray	18.5″L x 16.9″W x 30.9″H; 18.5″L x 16.9″W x 30.9″H	See details on Amazon Affiliate link

Three options at a glance

Pick	Listed dimensions	Floor footprint	Footprint rank
STO STO Laundry Hamper 2 Section	23.1″ L × 13.8″ W × 29.1″ H	318.78 sq in (2.21 sq ft)	Middle
SONGMICS Laundry Hamper with Lid	22″ L × 18.5″ W × 29.5″ H	407 sq in (2.83 sq ft)	Largest
STORAGE MANIAC 2 Section Laundry Sorter	18.5″ L × 16.9″ W × 30.9″ H	312.65 sq in (2.17 sq ft)	Smallest

1. STO STO Laundry Hamper 2 Section, 100L Rolling Laundry Sorter Cart with Removable and Washable Liner Bag, Clothes Hamper with Wheels and Metal Handle for Laundry Room and Bedroom — Middle listed footprint

Listed details: dimensions 23.1″ L × 13.8″ W × 29.1″ H; item weight 4.9 pounds; material Steel, PVC Mesh; color Beige.

The STO STO hamper is a two-section rolling sorter listed at 23.1 inches long, 13.8 inches wide and 29.1 inches tall, which works out to a 2.21 sq ft footprint. The listing gives 100 liters of capacity, steel and PVC mesh construction, and a 4.9-pound item weight. A removable canvas liner bag is described as machine washable, and the two compartments are meant for pre-sorting. The wheels are described as multi-directional, with two lockable. At 13.8 inches wide it is the narrowest of the three, so it suits a tight hallway or a gap beside a door.

Pros

• Listing states the liner bag is removable and machine washable, the only one of the three to say so
• 13.8-inch width is the slimmest of the group, useful in a narrow spot
• Multi-directional wheels with two lockable, so it can roll to the laundry room and stay put

Cons

• At 23.1 inches long it needs a long, straight run of wall even though it is narrow
• The listing does not state a weight limit for the frame or the bag
• Only 100 liters in total, and the listing does not say how that splits between the two sections

Who it is for / who should skip it: Pick it for a long, narrow gap where washable liners matter. Skip it if you want a lid or a stated load limit.

2. SONGMICS Laundry Hamper with Lid and Pedal, 160L Laundry Basket，2 Sections — Largest listed footprint

Listed details: dimensions 22″ L × 18.5″ W × 29.5″ H; item weight 7.7 pounds; material PP Plastic, Cationic Fabric, Polyester Fabric, Steel; color Cappuccino Beige.

The SONGMICS hamper has two sections, a lid and a foot pedal that opens it without using your hands. The listing gives 22 inches long, 18.5 inches wide and 29.5 inches tall, a 2.83 sq ft footprint, and a 160-liter (42.2-gallon) capacity. The frame is steel, the outer cover is cationic fabric described as water-resistant, and the listing states it holds up to 44 lb. Item weight is 7.7 pounds. Assembly starts with inserting 4 support tubes to build the frame; the inner bags need no assembly.

Pros

• Largest listed capacity of the three at 160 liters (42.2 gallons)
• Lid and foot pedal keep contents covered and let you open it hands-free
• The only listing that states a load limit, 44 lb on a steel frame

Cons

• Biggest footprint at 2.83 sq ft, 0.66 sq ft more than the Storage Maniac’s 2.17 sq ft (2.83 − 2.17)
• Heaviest at 7.7 pounds, and the frame needs assembly
• The listing data does not mention wheels, so check before expecting to roll it

Who it is for / who should skip it: Pick it if you have floor space and want a week of laundry in one covered hamper. Skip it for a narrow gap or if you need to move it often.

3. STORAGE MANIAC 2 Section Laundry Sorter, Laundry Hamper with Wheels, Gray — Smallest listed footprint

Listed details: dimensions 18.5″ L × 16.9″ W × 30.9″ H; item weight 2.9 kg; material Alloy Steel; color Gray.

The Storage Maniac sorter lists a frame of 18.5 inches long, 16.9 inches wide and 30.9 inches tall, a 2.17 sq ft footprint, with 90 liters of capacity. Each of the two laundry bags is listed at 14.76 × 8.66 × 21.65 inches. The frame is alloy steel with 6 horizontal metal bars, and the listing gives a 2.9 kg item weight. It has 4 casters, 2 of them lockable. Its footprint edges out the STO STO’s 2.21 sq ft, though it is the tallest of the three.

Pros

• Smallest listed footprint at 2.17 sq ft, with a near-square 18.5 by 16.9 inch shape
• 4 casters, 2 lockable, so it rolls and can be parked
• Listing gives the size of each bag, so you can judge what fits in a section

Cons

• Lowest capacity of the three at 90 liters
• No lid, so the laundry stays uncovered
• The listing does not state a weight limit or say whether the bags are washable

Who it is for / who should skip it: Pick it for a squarish corner where footprint matters most. Skip it if you need a lid or confirmed washable bags.

What to check before buying 2 section hamper

Start with floor space, because all three hampers sort laundry into two bags and differ mostly in shape. The STO STO is 23.1 by 13.8 inches (2.21 sq ft), the Storage Maniac is 18.5 by 16.9 inches (2.17 sq ft), and the SONGMICS is 22 by 18.5 inches (2.83 sq ft). A narrow but long gap suits the STO STO. A squarer corner suits the Storage Maniac. If you have room, the SONGMICS adds 0.66 sq ft over the Storage Maniac (2.83 − 2.17).

Second, capacity. The listings give 90 liters for the Storage Maniac, 100 liters for the STO STO and 160 liters (42.2 gallons) for the SONGMICS. Choose the 160-liter model only if you want about a week of laundry in one place; the other two suit smaller loads washed more often. None of the listings splits the liters between sections, though the Storage Maniac lists each bag at 14.76 × 8.66 × 21.65 inches.

Third, bag care. Only the STO STO listing says the liner is removable and machine washable. The SONGMICS lists a water-resistant outer cover. The Storage Maniac data does not mention washing, so confirm on the listing if that matters.

Fourth, mobility. The STO STO and Storage Maniac list wheels, 2 lockable on each. The SONGMICS data does not mention wheels, so confirm before choosing it for a hamper you plan to roll.

Fifth, lid and load limit. Only the SONGMICS has a lid and pedal, and only it states a limit, 44 lb. For the other two the listing does not state a limit, so do not assume one.

Worked example: fit math for these three options

This worked example is our own planning arithmetic from the listed dimensions, not test results. The wall length and walkway width are assumed example values; replace them with your measurements.

Wall example. Assume 36 inches of clear wall.

• STO STO Laundry Hamper 2 Section: 36 − 13.8 = 22.2 inches spare; centred, 11.1 inches on each side before trim, plugs or curtains.
• SONGMICS Laundry Hamper with Lid: 36 − 18.5 = 17.5 inches spare; centred, 8.75 inches on each side before trim, plugs or curtains.
• STORAGE MANIAC 2 Section Laundry Sorter: 36 − 16.9 = 19.1 inches spare; centred, 9.55 inches on each side before trim, plugs or curtains.

Walkway example. The US Access Board gives 36 inches as the minimum clear width for an accessible route. That figure is a yardstick, not a rule for private homes. To keep 36 inches clear beside each product, the walkway between it and the opposite obstacle must be at least 36 inches plus its depth:

• STO STO Laundry Hamper 2 Section: 36 + 23.1 = 59.1 inches of total path width.
• SONGMICS Laundry Hamper with Lid: 36 + 22 = 58 inches of total path width.
• STORAGE MANIAC 2 Section Laundry Sorter: 36 + 18.5 = 54.5 inches of total path width.

Footprint. Depth × width, converted at 144 square inches per square foot:

• STO STO Laundry Hamper 2 Section: 23.1 × 13.8 = 318.78 sq in, or 2.21 sq ft.
• SONGMICS Laundry Hamper with Lid: 22 × 18.5 = 407 sq in, or 2.83 sq ft.
• STORAGE MANIAC 2 Section Laundry Sorter: 18.5 × 16.9 = 312.65 sq in, or 2.17 sq ft.

Mistakes to avoid

• Buying by liters alone. The three range from 90 to 160 liters, but the 160-liter SONGMICS also has the largest footprint at 2.83 sq ft. Measure the space before you pick the biggest number.
• Ignoring length versus width. The STO STO is only 13.8 inches wide but 23.1 inches long. Check the run of wall, not just the depth.
• Assuming every liner can go in the washer. Only the STO STO listing says its bag is machine washable. Check the care details for the others.
• Assuming every hamper rolls. The STO STO and Storage Maniac list wheels, but the SONGMICS data does not mention them. If you plan to roll it to the laundry room, confirm first.

Related guides

• best cube storage organizers for small rooms
• best narrow console tables for small entryways
• best computer desks for small spaces

Frequently asked questions

How much floor space does a 2 section hamper need?

Among these three, the listed footprints run from 2.17 sq ft (Storage Maniac, 18.5 by 16.9 inches) to 2.21 sq ft (STO STO, 23.1 by 13.8 inches) to 2.83 sq ft (SONGMICS, 22 by 18.5 inches). Measure your gap in both directions, since the shapes differ more than the areas do.

Which of these states a weight limit?

Only the SONGMICS. Its listing says the steel frame holds up to 44 lb. The STO STO and Storage Maniac listings, as far as the data we have shows, do not state a load limit, so treat that as unknown and avoid overloading either one.

Can I wash the laundry bags?

The STO STO listing says its removable canvas liner bag is machine washable. The SONGMICS lists a water-resistant cationic fabric cover, and the Storage Maniac data does not mention washing. If bag care matters to you, verify it on the product page before ordering.

Do these hampers have wheels?

The STO STO lists multi-directional wheels with two lockable, and the Storage Maniac lists 4 casters with 2 lockable. The SONGMICS data does not mention wheels, so check its listing if you want to roll it. The SONGMICS does add a lid and foot pedal.

Products worth checking

We have not tested these products. Sizes and features come from the Amazon listings as we read them; where a listing does not say, we say so.

Sources checked

• US Access Board guide to clear width
• Amazon listing for option 1
• Amazon listing for option 2
• Amazon listing for option 3

Specifications come from the Amazon listings as we read them for this guide. Product details and availability can change, so confirm on the product page before you buy.

How we research our guides