Staples Hanging File Folder Box, Storage Bin Organizer, Snap Lid, Clear

I have used these Staples plastic file boxes for a number of years, and in all honesty, they have been my family's go file box almost any time one of us needs to get a new one. The reasons for that are multiple, but simple. First off, for the price, you are getting a decent plastic file box that takes both legal and letter files without any problems. Hanging file folders for either of those two sizes will fit the box with no problems, as the file box has rims designed to hang them on built right into the box and the hanging files move easily on those plastic rims. It is easy to file in them as once the lid is off, it is easy to maneuver everything inside of the box. I haven't had any major issues with fitting the lids on the Staples file boxes properly if I use the plastic file index tabs that fasten into the top of the hanging file folders either. Some brands of those index tabs are a bit taller than others, so the lid may compress the plastic insert label just a bit, but it is never presented itself as any kind of major issue. Probably the biggest reason why I pretty consistently choose this brand over other brands of plastic file storage boxes is that the plastic used to make these boxes has stayed in remarkably great shape. We have purchased other brands where the corners of the boxes have cracked and even broken off with just a minor impact with something else. The Staples boxes seem to hold up pretty well to minor impacts. The file box is waterproof to a certain point. It is dependent upon how high the water level would be, as well as how weighted down your file box is with papers. If there is little weight in your file box and enough water for the file to float in - then the file box will not be waterproof at all, as it will just tip over and your files will get wet almost immediately. These semi opaque plastic boxes are easy enough to see basically what is inside the box. You will be able to easily distinguish between whether your file is filled with papers vs clothes or toys without needing take off the lid. I know in the Staples stores you can usually find this same file box in gray or black, and sometimes they have sold it in a blue color too over the years. This Staples filing box does not come with a locking lid, so if that is what you want or need - you would have to look for a different file box. Finally, they are stackable, one on top of the other, and are pretty easily movable too. While not the most comfortable grip on the plastic box, there are others that are worse.

I purchased this item before so I knew it was exactly what I wanted. They didn’t have the color I purchased before but I don’t care about that and chose clear. It’s sturdy, holds my stuffed files to the brim and the lid will still close. Neither file boxes I’ve purchased have lids that snap into place, one side snaps in leaving the other side just closed but I have zero problem with that, just a note. Even full, the box design makes it easy to carry. For only $16., it is well worth it. Although, tracking showed it was lost in shipping and undeliverable, I received it without any delay on the day expected. Having to contact the seller after believing it was lost, I can say that they replied promptly and with all the information that it had been shipped and confirmed it was being delivered. It was already sitting at my front door before reading their reply. All this to say, I would purchase the file box, again, and other items from this company knowing I would be satisfied dealing with a reputable company.

I needed something I could use to file important papers, but small enough to carry and put it away. Easily transportable. Love the handle. I purchased hanging folders to go along with this and now with the flip of my fingers I can find exactly what I need. The closure works perfectly, nice size and locking mechanism works great. I love mine. It does have a place where you can place a lock on it also. It's sturdy. Great purchase at a great price.

Good file box to hold hanging file folders! Time to get organized! Sturdy. Great deal.

Immediately noticed the lid was broken on one side, as it came right off when i opened it, which made me sad. But overall its a great container. Its nice and long for all my sewing patterns. The container itself seems sturdy. I just wish the lid wasnt broken.

I use this to hold progress and screening files for my students. It’s easily portable and I put some sticky notes, paper clips, and pens in the top compartment. I put about 20 file folders in it and have plenty of extra room. It closes well and is easy to carry around. I put a clip through the locking portion so my young students can’t open it. It serves its purpose well and survives on the floor of my busy preschool classroom.

These are fine medium duty file boxes. Since I am using them for storage purposes only and not on a daily basis they work well for me. I was attracted by the price since the same item is more expensive at Staples.

This box is just right for files, it has plenty of space and the small compartments in the top is a bonus, sticky notes, pens, paper clips fit well for convenience, however the clasp pops off, so far it has not broken.