If you live in a city and often use public transport, having a reliable tote or cart is crucial. It helps with groceries, laundry, and moving items, reducing physical strain.
Top Picks
NBC Selected has tested various totes and carts.
- Hulken: Available in different sizes, it features three handles. It is perfect for grocery shopping and laundry. Inserts help in organizing and keeping groceries fresh.
- Clax: A sturdy, hardshell trolley cart. Excellent stability and easy movement across different surfaces. Ideal for bulk shopping.
Additional Recommendations
- Wellmax Rolling Cart: Features a sturdy metal frame and removable waterproof liner. It has 360-degree rotating wheels, making it stable and easy to maneuver.
- IKEA Cart: Affordable option with a metal frame, large wheels, and a polyester fabric bag. Suitable for personal items and groceries with ease of movement on various floors.
- Folding Wagon Cart: Equipped with a metal frame and water-resistant liner. It is great for moving heavy items up to 200 pounds. It collapses for easy storage.
Selection Criteria
Several factors were considered in selecting these carts and totes:
- Type: Includes both tote bags with wheels and metal frame carts. Wagon-style carts for heavy items are also considered.
- Weight Limit: Ranges from carrying light loads like laundry to as much as 220 pounds for heavy-duty use.
- Adjustability and Collapsibility: All options fold to some extent for convenient storage.
Why Trust NBC Selected?
The article is based on thorough testing by the NBC Selected team. Products like Hulken and Clax have been used for years. Selections also include carts with high ratings from at least 500 reviewers.