Are you a razor and toothbrush man, or a shameless overpacker? That’s not a rhetorical question—your answer will determine which of the best men’s toiletry bags you pick for your next trip. And to narrow down your options even further, we tested dozens of these bags on our latest travel adventures. We found bags sized for those just-the-essentials overnights, plus spacious hanging bags with room for every moisturizer, razor, sunscreen, face wash, beard trimmer, and hair brush you could possibly need to be your most dapper self.

Toiletry bags, also known as “dopp kits” (stemming from leathersmith and inventor Charles Doppelt), went mainstream after they were provided to American military men during World War II, at least, according to grooming lore. Like a lot of modern-day style icons—the classic t-shirt, the bomber jacket, aviator sunglasses—servicemen brought them home from overseas, and the rest is menswear history.

The best dopp kits for men have useful features like waterproof linings, easy-to-clean materials, internal pockets, and hanging straps. For guys who care about grooming, style, and the proper way to pack a dopp kit, we’ve gathered all of our favorites into this guide.

The Best Men’s Toiletry Bags, According to GQ:

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The Best Overall

Dagne Dover Seoul Dopp Kit

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The Budget Pick

Bagsmart Travel Toiletry Bag

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The No-Frills Pick

Patagonia Black Hole Cube

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Best Dopp Kit Overall: Dagne Dover Seoul Dopp Kit

With a roomy interior to hold full-sized toiletries, mesh zippered pocket, and hanger, Dagne Dover’s souped-up Seoul dopp kit is for the type A traveler who wants to bring all of their toiletries with them, no matter how long the trip. Its wipeable interior makes it easy to clean up accidental spills and there’s even a separate compartment for a toothbrush (though it has to be a thin manual brush).

Best Budget Dopp Kit: Bagsmart Travel Toiletry Bag

Bagsmart makes affordable, no-nonsense travel bags—and they can be at your door in 48 hours if you’ve got a Prime membership. This is our top pick if you just want a cheap dopp kit from Amazon, but it’s no slouch. We found that it’s easy to clean and surprisingly spacious, letting you spend more money on those expensive moisturizers of yours.

Best Simple Dopp Kit: Patagonia Black Hole Cube

If you’re planning to brave the great outdoors, you’ll want to opt for Patagonia’s cylindrical number, which is made from the brand’s legendary ripstop nylon. It also features an internal pocket to keep your stuff from rolling around at every twist and turn. Not only is it the best toiletry bag for backpacking, but it pairs perfectly with your Black Hole duffle bag—even if you never stray beyond the city limits.

Best Leather Dopp Kit: Korchmar Ryder Leather Toiletry Bag

Looking for a dopp kit that you can keep for all your days? Upgrade to Korchmar’s gorgeous luxury dopp kit. The exterior lining is made from premium American cowhide, and it has a spacious, expandable interior with a twill lining. The best dopp kits for men also make great gifts, and if you’re feeling generous, you can add your beau’s initials as a monogram.

Best Waxed Canvas Dopp Kit: Filson Tin Cloth Travel Kit

Filson’s tough-as-nails dopp kit, which has barely changed in over two decades, neatly stows your grooming essentials, keys, tech and whatever else you throw in it without taking up too much space. The travel bag features handsome bridle leather and rugged twill from “Britain’s oldest, most storied mills.” The exterior fabric is waxed for water and stain resistance, while the inside is waterproof in case your sunscreen explodes at 35,000 feet.

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What to Look for in a Dopp Kit

Size: Bringing your whole medicine cabinet with you? Maybe just a face wash and some moisturizer? Take stock of what you actually want to bring with you when you travel and get a dopp kit in a size that’ll accommodate all of that. It’s best to not get something too big because carry-on real estate is precious, but also don’t get something so small that you’ll have to nix your favorite products on your next journey.

Materials: A good dopp kit will be made of something that’s easy to clean and can also contain any messes and spills that occur inside. Bonus points to whatever you can throw in the washing machine for easy cleaning.

Hanger: For convenience, a dopp kit with a hanger will free up your sink counter and make it easy to access all of your products. This is all up to preference, so decide whether or not it’s something you want on your dopp kit.

How We Tested

We’ve done a decent amount of traveling over the years, and have had the chance to test out numerous dopp kits. We found the best ones to be able to carry the most stuff, prevent leaks from inside spilling out, and just really good looking. We curated a selection of dopp kits for all kinds of travelers whether they just want to bring their toothbrush and toothpaste or all of their products in their 12-step skin care routine.