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The SONGMICS Laundry Basket has the smallest footprint, at 1.44 sq ft, which suits low space under a shelf. The STO STO 75L Laundry Hamper is the largest, at 1.65 sq ft, with a removable washable liner. By listed floor footprint, SONGMICS Laundry Basket is the smallest (1.44 sq ft) and STO STO 75L Laundry Hamper the largest (1.65 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.

ProductListed detailsLink
STO STO 75L Laundry Hamper, Space Saving Freestanding Clothes Basket with…18.31″L x 13″W x 22.44″H; 18.31″L x 13″W x 22.44″HSee details on Amazon Affiliate link
Lifewit 105L Large Laundry Hamper with Lid, Removable Inner Bag, Beige16.9″L x 12.9″W x 29.5″H; 16.9″L x 12.9″W x 29.5″HSee details on Amazon Affiliate link
SONGMICS Laundry Basket, 100L Laundry Hamper with Lid, 1 Removable Bag16.5″L x 12.6″W x 29.5″H; 16.5″L x 12.6″W x 29.5″HSee details on Amazon Affiliate link

Three options at a glance

PickListed dimensionsFloor footprintFootprint rank
STO STO 75L Laundry Hamper18.31″ L × 13″ W × 22.44″ H238.03 sq in (1.65 sq ft)Largest
Lifewit 105L Large Laundry Hamper16.9″ L × 12.9″ W × 29.5″ H218.01 sq in (1.51 sq ft)Middle
SONGMICS Laundry Basket16.5″ L × 12.6″ W × 29.5″ H207.9 sq in (1.44 sq ft)Smallest

1. STO STO 75L Laundry Hamper, Space Saving Freestanding Clothes Basket with Iron Frame, Dirty Clothes Storage Bin with Removable Washable Liner for Bedroom, Bathroom, Dorm, Closet, Apartment, Beige — Largest listed footprint

Listed details: dimensions 18.31″ L × 13″ W × 22.44″ H; item weight 2.7 pounds; material Metal, Polyester, Vinyl; color Beige.

The STO STO is a freestanding hamper with an iron frame, listed at 18.31 in L × 13 in W × 22.44 in H, which is 1.65 sq ft, the largest footprint of the three but also the shortest. The listing states 75 liters (19.8 gallons), which it says holds about 2 loads, and an item weight of 2.7 pounds. It is made of metal, polyester and vinyl, with vinyl mesh sides described as breathable. The inner liner has a drawstring closure and lifts out to carry to the washer. The listing does not mention a lid.

Pros

  • Shortest of the three at 22.44 in, which suits under-shelf spots
  • Liner closes with a drawstring and is described as removable and washable
  • Vinyl mesh body is described as breathable, to reduce moisture and odor

Cons

  • No lid is mentioned, so clothes are visible from above
  • Smallest capacity, 75 liters, which is 30 liters less than the Lifewit’s 105 (105 − 75)
  • Largest footprint of the three, 1.65 sq ft, for the least capacity

Who it is for / who should skip it: Pick it if you want a low hamper with a drawstring liner that you can carry like a sack. Skip it if you need a lid or the most capacity.

2. Lifewit 105L Large Laundry Hamper with Lid, Removable Inner Bag, Beige — Middle listed footprint

Listed details: dimensions 16.9″ L × 12.9″ W × 29.5″ H; item weight 1200 g; material Polyester; color Beige.

The Lifewit hamper is listed at 16.9 in L × 12.9 in W × 29.5 in H, which is 1.51 sq ft, with a 105-liter capacity, the largest of the three. The listing says it weighs 1200 g and is polyester with a plastic frame and four support rods, plus a lid that keeps out odor and dust. It comes with a detachable inner bag so you can carry laundry to the machine without moving the hamper. The listing describes assembly as unfolding the bag, inserting a support rod, attaching the hook and putting the inner bag on. The listing says the height equals a standard desk or table.

Pros

  • Largest stated capacity, 105 liters, in a 1.51 sq ft footprint
  • Lid and detachable inner bag, per the listing
  • Lightest at 1200 g, with a plastic frame and four support rods

Cons

  • 29.5 in tall, so it may not fit under low shelves
  • Polyester body and rods mean it relies on its frame to stay upright; the listing does not state a weight limit
  • The listing does not state whether the inner bag has handles or a drawstring

Who it is for / who should skip it: Pick it if you want the most liters in a slim hamper with a lid and a detachable bag. Skip it if you need a low hamper or a stated load limit.

3. SONGMICS Laundry Basket, 100L Laundry Hamper with Lid, 1 Removable Bag — Smallest listed footprint

Listed details: dimensions 16.5″ L × 12.6″ W × 29.5″ H; item weight 3.5 pounds; material 150 g/m² Polyester Fabric, PP Plastic, Fiberglass; color Cappuccino Beige.

The SONGMICS is listed at 16.5 in L × 12.6 in W × 29.5 in H, which is 1.44 sq ft, the smallest footprint of the three. The title says 100L and the listing says 26.4 gallons, with an item weight of 3.5 pounds. The listing states 150 g/m² polyester fabric, PP plastic and fiberglass, with four fiberglass rods giving it shape. It comes with one removable bag, and both the basket body and the inner bag have handles. The listing says it holds a week’s laundry for one person. It has a lid and the listing says no assembly is needed for the bag.

Pros

  • Smallest footprint, 16.5 × 12.6 in or 1.44 sq ft
  • Handles on both the basket body and the inner bag, per the listing
  • Listing says the capacity suits a week’s laundry for one person

Cons

  • Heaviest at 3.5 pounds, though it is still light
  • 100 liters is 5 liters less than the Lifewit’s 105 (105 − 100) for a similar size
  • Only 1 removable bag is included, so you cannot sort into two bags

Who it is for / who should skip it: Pick it if you want the smallest floor space and handles on the bag for stairs. Skip it if you need the most capacity or more than one bag.

What to check before buying hamper with removable liner

A hamper with a removable liner is bought for moving laundry easily, so judge how the liner works before capacity.

  1. Liner design. The STO STO liner has a drawstring closure and lifts out like a sack. The Lifewit has a detachable inner bag, and the SONGMICS has one removable bag with handles on both the basket and the bag. Rule: if you climb stairs to the washer, favor handles or a drawstring; if you have a washer next to the hamper, any liner works.
  1. Capacity. 75 liters (19.8 gallons, about 2 loads per the listing), 100 liters (26.4 gallons, a week for one person per the listing) and 105 liters. Rule: one person washing weekly needs about 100 liters; a couple or family should move to 105 liters or more and expect more than one hamper.
  1. Footprint. The SONGMICS is 1.44 sq ft, the Lifewit 1.51 sq ft and the STO STO 1.65 sq ft. The difference between the first two is 0.07 sq ft, which is not meaningful. Rule: decide on height and capacity, not footprint.
  1. Height. 22.44 in (STO STO) against 29.5 in (the other two). Rule: measure the space under any shelf or sink before you order a tall hamper.
  1. Lid. The Lifewit and SONGMICS have lids. The STO STO listing does not mention one. Rule: for a bedroom where laundry is visible, choose a lid.
  1. Frame and washing. The STO STO has an iron frame, the Lifewit a plastic frame with four rods, the SONGMICS fiberglass rods. None of the listings gives washing instructions beyond the STO STO calling its liner washable. Rule: ask the seller for care directions if you intend to machine wash.

Most capacity with a lid, Lifewit. Smallest footprint with handles, SONGMICS.

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 75L Laundry Hamper: 36 − 13 = 23 inches spare; centred, 11.5 inches on each side before trim, plugs or curtains.
  • Lifewit 105L Large Laundry Hamper: 36 − 12.9 = 23.1 inches spare; centred, 11.55 inches on each side before trim, plugs or curtains.
  • SONGMICS Laundry Basket: 36 − 12.6 = 23.4 inches spare; centred, 11.7 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 75L Laundry Hamper: 36 + 18.31 = 54.31 inches of total path width.
  • Lifewit 105L Large Laundry Hamper: 36 + 16.9 = 52.9 inches of total path width.
  • SONGMICS Laundry Basket: 36 + 16.5 = 52.5 inches of total path width.

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

  • STO STO 75L Laundry Hamper: 18.31 × 13 = 238.03 sq in, or 1.65 sq ft.
  • Lifewit 105L Large Laundry Hamper: 16.9 × 12.9 = 218.01 sq in, or 1.51 sq ft.
  • SONGMICS Laundry Basket: 16.5 × 12.6 = 207.9 sq in, or 1.44 sq ft.

Mistakes to avoid

  • Assuming a liner is machine washable. Only the STO STO listing calls its liner washable. For the other two, the listing does not say, so check before washing.
  • Ignoring height. The Lifewit and SONGMICS stand 29.5 inches tall. Under a shelf or on a counter, the 22.44-inch STO STO may be the only one that fits.
  • Buying for a household with a one-person hamper. 75 to 105 liters is about one person’s weekly load or a family’s two loads. A family may need two hampers.
  • Overlooking the lid. The STO STO has vinyl mesh and no lid mentioned, which gives airflow but leaves clothes visible.

Frequently asked questions

How do removable liners help on laundry day?

You lift the liner out and carry it to the washer instead of moving the whole hamper. The STO STO liner has a drawstring, the Lifewit has a detachable inner bag, and the SONGMICS bag has handles, per their listings.

Can I machine wash the liner?

The STO STO listing calls its inner liner washable. The Lifewit and SONGMICS listing excerpts do not give washing instructions, so check the full listing or ask the seller before machine washing them.

How much laundry do these hold?

The listings state 75 liters (19.8 gallons) for the STO STO, 105 liters for the Lifewit and 100 liters (26.4 gallons) for the SONGMICS. The STO STO says it holds about 2 loads, and the SONGMICS says a week’s laundry for one person.

Do all of them have lids?

The Lifewit and SONGMICS are listed with lids. The STO STO listing describes vinyl mesh for airflow and does not mention a lid. If you want laundry out of sight, choose one of the other two.

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.

STO STO 75L Laundry Hamper, Space Saving Freestanding Clothes Basket with Iron Frame, Dirty Clothes Storage Bin with Removable Washable Liner for Bedroom, Bathroom, Dorm, Closet, Apartment, Beige

listed dimensions: 18.31″L x 13″W x 22.44″H; Product Dimensions: 18.31″L x 13″W x 22.44″H

See details on Amazon Affiliate link

Lifewit 105L Large Laundry Hamper with Lid, Removable Inner Bag, Beige

listed dimensions: 16.9″L x 12.9″W x 29.5″H; Product Dimensions: 16.9″L x 12.9″W x 29.5″H

See details on Amazon Affiliate link

SONGMICS Laundry Basket, 100L Laundry Hamper with Lid, 1 Removable Bag

listed dimensions: 16.5″L x 12.6″W x 29.5″H; Product Dimensions: 16.5″L x 12.6″W x 29.5″H

See details on Amazon Affiliate link

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