Customer Reviews L.L.Bean Personal Organizer Medium

I had an organizer from LL BEAN for approximately 20 years. The clear plastic on the middle section tore after so many years. So I ordered another one. There was only one choice in the color and it wasn't quite the same dimensions as the original. Maybe I should have bought the large size. Needless to say I'm a little disappointed.

This is my second. The first one lasted several years. Definitely with the money. I think there should be some improvement on design. When in the hanging position there is too much tension on the top zipper and seam where the plastic pouch is and is prone to fail.

The small size is too small and the middle size is a little too large.... but I do like it.

It's smaller than it looks in catalogue, but it's probably sufficient for one person. Made well, and will definitely cut down on how many little bags I pack for toiletries and make-up.

I purchased this toiletry bag in 2014 (and have since purchased more as gifts). I travel frequently for work, so the bag has gotten lots of use and it's served me well. The size & organization of the bag are great. The insert section is awesome. I appreciate the hooks as well. A couple years ago the velcro on the plastic pouch of the top section ripped off and this year the rest of that plastic has ripped away. It should be made with the same reinforced plastic as the section below it. It's a shame L.L. Bean doesn't offer repairs on this product because it feels wasteful to throw the whole bag away. It's this reason I find myself turning to other brands over Bean these days; ones who are are concerned about the entire lifespan of their products. Perhaps I can find someone local who can do the repair.

It holds a lot and yet stays flat for easy packing. There is a nice waterproof pocket to carry cotton rounds. I found it relatively easy to store and find my things.

I have two of these bags, one medium and one small. They both hold a lot and are sturdy, but are limp and floppy when standing on the hotel bathroom counter. I wish that there was a way to slip closed cell foam inside the layers for a less floppy condition. Please look into this as a redesign option.

I received a medium, black, monogrammed bag fourteen years ago from a neighbor as an off-to-college present. It has served well and held everything I've asked of it. Its only flaw, and downfall, is the clear plastic pouch. Over time the plastic yellowed and weakened, and once that happened, the plastic slowly ripped as the force of the bag hanging on its hook was transmitted through it. I've attached a picture of the way it ripped into strips (slowly, and then all at once) from being hung. The mirror also became detached from its half of the velcro strip, as the original glue lost potency. But superglue reattached it.

plenty of space. I like the contrasting trim/zipper. A little clunky if it isn't full. LL Bean needs to work on the design/placement of the hanging hook - gets stuck in the zipper when trying to close it.

Performs as expected and organizes my supplies....

I just replaced my old organizer with this one which is of the same good quality but an inch or two shorter than the old one. The side pockets are therefore too short to hold a normal size toothbrush and toothpaste. I know a larger organizer is available but it is much larger than would suit my travel needs and would take up too much of suitcase space. I recommend that LL enlarge its medium to the former size.

Sturdy ! Roomy! We have two in our household, both over 20 years old. Will go thru washing machine when needed. Just ordered three for my grandsons.

Overall, I love the roominess of this bag. What bothers me about all the hanging toiletry bags on the market is the hook. Where are folks hanging them if you have a large one? In a hotel perhaps on the back of door where there may be a robe hook. Maybe on a towel rack, but then if the rack is above the counter around the sink, it's not high enough. This one is bottom heavy, so if you do hang it up on a door, the bottom section will fall forward, dumping things out. Then you have to walk back and forth to the bag, when you really want everything next to the sink. I'm waiting for a large bag that is designed to sit on the counter of a bathroom. Take away the hanging section and just have two large front and back pockets and fold-out side pockets. Most people pull out their toothbrush, floss, toothpaste and perhaps brush, soap, but leave the rest in the bag. Then you need to be able to reach in and take what you need and then put it back in the bag, perhaps zip it up and place on floor when sharing a bathroom.

The Personal Organizer Medium is very spacious and the soft sides allow packing it fuller or less so. I was used to a toiletries kit between the Small and Medium in size, so this seems a little too large right now, and some of the interior pockets seem (oddly) rather small. But the detachable shower caddy with hanger (pockets on both sides!) is great. The fabric and overall construction are both attractive and sturdy, and the price is excellent for this high quality. I'm quite pleased with this product and would recommend (perhaps in the smaller size if you need to save space).

The fabric is beautiful. I wish I'd gotten the larger size. This is good for overnight but I'm leaving for a 10 day trip.

Love the color. Ordered a small first but the side pockets weren't tall enough for my electric toothbrush so got the medium.

The Personal Organizer Medium is a high-quality product. It is reasonably priced and it holds many toiletries in a compact and organized manner. The Light Gray Heather version that I recently purchased is quite attractive a cut above basic. The only thing I personally don't like is that there is no way to velcro the bag's hook in place when closing it up if the mirror is left attached.

I've used LL Bean toiletry bags for years -- now the medium. Same problem with all. I leave mine sitting on the hotel counter and the hook just gets in the way. It gets caught on things. When the flap is folded full open (360 degrees) the hook bangs on things. It needs a stow-away clip or a tie-down for those of us who don't use it. I might cut it off but some day it might come in handy.

Had my previous bag for over 25 years when I "lost" it last fall. Hope the quality of my new one is as good. No Rips or tears in the material or the mesh pockets and all the zippers worked.

Great organizer. I have the small and been using it for years. Needed a larger size for trips.I had it monogrammed but should chose a different color thread but that's not LL Beans fault. Still fineand well done just not as distinct as I would like.

Nice looking bag, appears sturdy. Purchased for a trip, but it was on back order and didn't come in on time, so I gave a lower rating. Hope it'll fit everything I need to take.

It was a gift for my granddaughter. She liked it and it's color. It was originally going to be late because so many had been ordered, but it ended up coming in time, so I am very thankful for the effort by the men and women at L. L. Bean trying their best to make deliveries happen on schedule.

The persons I gifted this to were very happy with this product.

I love these organizers! So many compartments to get you organized for travel! However, I ordered a medium and it is actually pretty large. It's kinda big in my opinion.

I bought a new organizer after my old one gave out.after 15 years. I got a medium one because we often go on weeklong+ trips. It had multiple pockets and pouches to store toiletries and medicines, etc. I love it, but it is too big for just me! The quality is great, and if you carry alot of makeup, hair items, etc. it may be perfect for you. I am going to use this one for awhile because I have it, but will order the smaller one eventually, esp for long trips abroad where size and bag weight matter.