Okay, so I just HAD to share my experience with these vacuum storage bags because wow - they're life-changing for my tiny apartment closet situation!
The electric pump is a GAME CHANGER. I literally laughed out loud watching my winter comforter shrink down to pillow size in seconds. No more wrestling with my vacuum cleaner hose like I did with my old set.
BUT... (there's always a but) the zipper thingies are weird. They keep falling off? Like little plastic rebels refusing to stay put. Pro tip: I just hold them while sealing then toss them back in the box.
Also - heads up - you gotta twist those valves open before vacuuming. I sat there like an idiot for 5 minutes wondering why nothing was happening until I realized this. Rookie mistake!
After 2 weeks, 3/6 bags are still perfectly flat. The others puffed up a bit, but honestly? For the price and how much space I saved during my move, I'll take it. Just check on them occasionally like you would a mischievous pet.
Final verdict: Not perfect, but for the price? Absolute closet wizardry. 4/5 stars from this space-starved city dweller!