The Best Trash Bags of 2020

It’s easy to underestimate the value of a great trash bag—that is, until you have to take out the trash with a weak, leaky bag. But even if you're sold on the necessity of a good trash bag, it's tough to know which ones are actually great. They don't come in sample sizes and it can take months to use up an entire box of whatever you bought.

Not to worry. We're here to help.

After hours of researching and testing the best trash bags from some of the most popular brands on the market, as well as some notable store brands, we’re confident we’ve found the best that money can buy. Our favorite Glad ForceFlex Plus Advanced Protection bags (available at Amazon) are strong and flexible, making them perfect for hauling around a big pile of garbage. However, they're not the only option that can get the job done. These are the best trash bags we found, in order: