If I had a nickel for every time I’ve stopped in the middle of a street, subway station, or the front porch to look for my house keys, lip gloss or wallet, I’d probably be on a yacht in the Mediterranean instead of writing this.
Digging through my bag in search of an elusive “something” is a daily occurrence for me, and I know I’m not alone. If you struggle with the same issue, a bag organizer can be an easy way to keep the things inside of your work bag, travel bag or purse tidy and safe.
I talked to organizing experts Tanisha Porter, a professional organizer and founder of Natural Born Organizers, and Zoe Katz, co-founder of Twice As Organized, a lifestyle organization company based in New York, to find out everything you should know when looking for the best bag organizers, including their shopping tips and recommendations.
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How I picked the best bag organizers
The purpose of a bag organizer, according to Katz. is simple: to keep the inside of your bag tidy so you aren’t constantly searching for items that should be easy to spot and grab. In other words, it should “help prevent a black hole of all your contents,” says Porter.Following their advice and recommendations, I used the following criteria to pick the best bag organizers:
- Size/Type: Bag organizers come in varying sizes and types, each with their own best uses, according to our experts. Purse organizers are best for purses and handbags; Porter also says they can be especially helpful for bags with no inner zippers or pockets. She says travel organizers can be used to optimize your luggage space, and to hold important documents, tech, accessories, and more. Lastly, she recommends baby bag organizers for separating frequently used baby items, or converting non-traditional baby bags into diaper-ready bags. Both purse and travel organizers have been included in the list below, along with pouches that Katz says are good for organizing smaller bags, or bags that aren’t compatible with traditional inserts.
- Adjustability: Both experts say that an adjustable organizer is best, so it can be customized to fit both your bag and your needs. Porter says this flexibility is also more economical because it can make your organizer versatile enough to be used with more than one bag. Following that advice, a few adjustable options are also included.
- Material: Although bag organizers can come in a range of materials, Porter recommends “durable and lightweight materials that are long-lasting and easy to clean.” The organizers in this list are lightweight and can be either machine-washed, hand-washed or spot-cleaned.
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The best bag organizers in 2025
Below, I rounded up the best bag organizers that align with Porter and Katz’s advice, along with some of their favorite options.
Best overall organizer: Ztujo Purse Organizer Insert
- Spacious
- Removable components
- May be too bulky for some bags
Katz calls this the “#1 bag organizer on the market” because of its removable parts, which allow you to customize your organizer from day to day. It’s very spacious, with ten interior pockets and three exterior pockets, along with a detachable, zippered middle pocket that can be used within the organizer or separately as a wallet or pouch, according to the brand. It’s handmade from a soft and pliable felt material that the brand says is easy to spot clean with a gentle detergent. This bag organizer is available in 17 colors and seven sizes, including small, large, extra-large and mini.
Type: Purse organizer, insert | Dimensions: 9.25 x 5.9 x 5.1 inches | Weight: | Material: Felt
Best purse insert: Samorga Felt Purse Organizer
- Wide size/style range
- Good for specific bag styles
- Price differs style to style
The material of this handmade organizer is a lightweight, water-repellent felt that’s easy to spot clean, according to the brand. Porter recommends this option for its high-quality material and size range, which she says makes it “ideal” for certain styles of designer handbags. It has four long side pockets lining one large inner pocket, along with two end pockets on the organizer’s smaller sides. If you’re looking for an organizer to match a specific brand-name bag, this may be exactly what you need — Samorga offers customized bag organizers that are designed to correspond to a variety of popular bags, including luxury options from brands like Louis Vuitton, Hermès, Goyard and more.
Type: Purse organizer, insert | Dimensions: 10.5 x 4.2 x 4.5 inches | Weight: 2.82 oz | Material: Felt
Best travel cube organizers: Travelon Packing Cubes
- Lightweight material
- Transparent front
- Multiple in a set
- Not great for everyday bags
Packing cubes are some of my favorite travel accessories for packing efficiently, and this set from Travelon is a great option for helping you to organize your carry-on or suitcase. It’s made from a lightweight polyester material and comes with three cubes of varying sizes, which are perfect for packing smaller items like electronics accessories and cords, grooming and toiletry products, jewelry and more. The cubes also have a mesh front so you can easily see inside, along with an interior mesh pocket for extra storage. Porter says these cubes are “excellent for keeping travel essentials organized and compressed,” which can help you save luggage space.
Type: Travel organizer, packing cubes | Dimensions: 5.5 x 8 x 5.5 inches | Weight: 6 oz | Material: Polyester, mesh
Best tech organizer: Dagne Dover Arlo Neoprene Tech Organizer
- Durable material
- Multiple sizes available
- Primarily for tech products
- Higher price
If loose cords and tech accessories are your main problems, this organizer from Dagne Dover may be just what you need. It has two large interior pockets, one mesh and one neoprene, and three elastic loops to hold your cords, charger blocks, and charging cases. For accessories that you may need to grab quickly, the pouch comes with an exterior back mesh pocket, along with a D-ring loop for any clippable products. The organizer also comes in a large size and in five colors, and has a 4.6 star average review from 624 reviews on Dagne Dover.
Type: Tech organizer, pouch | Dimensions: 8 x 3.25 x 5.25 inches | Weight: 13.4 oz| Material: Neoprene, mesh
Best diaper bag organizer: Parker Baby Diaper Caddy Organizer
- Spacious
- Lots of pockets
- Adjustable
- Best for larger bags
This organizer has everything you need to get your baby’s diaper bag in order. There is a removable insert with three large packers that can double as a toy storage bin in your home, along with eight external pockets on the bag for smaller toys, snacks, and on-the-go baby supplies, according to the brand. The bag’s made from a lightweight felt, which makes it easy to carry and has a 4.7-star average rating from 14,422 ratings on Amazon.
Type: Diaper bag organizer, caddy insert | Dimensions: 9 x 13 x 7 inches | Weight: 13.4 oz| Material: Felt
Best luxury bag organizer: Cuyana Classic Easy Tote Insert
- Designated laptop sleeve
- Very spacious
- Easy to wash
- Pricey
Cuyana makes one of our favorite work totes, and this bag organizer insert is the perfect accessory to go with it (although you can use it in any bag with similar dimensions). It has three pockets for all of your on-the-go essentials, along with a water bottle loop, a key ring, and a built-in laptop sleeve that can fit up to a 16” Macbook Pro, according to the brand. It’s made from a recycled plastic that’s machine-washable on a cold cycle, and is available in sizes small, classic and tall, so it can fit bags of varying dimensions. This bag organizer has a 4.3 star average rating from 38 reviews on Cuyana.
Type: Purse organizer, insert | Dimensions: 20.5 x 9.3 x 5 inches | Weight: 1.2 lbs | Material: Recycled plastic
Best organizer pouches: HRX Nylon Mesh Zipper Bags
- Multiple in a pack
- Flexible
- Best for smaller bags
These nylon pouches are one of Katz’s preferred bag organizers. She suggests pouches as a bag organizer alternatives for smaller bags, or for those who aren’t a fan of the usual, bigger organizers. “They’re good for categorizing any item, and labeling them makes it easy to find what you’re looking for,” she says. She suggests buying pouches in multipacks like this one — it has six pouches in two different sizes, each of which is designed to be lightweight, durable, and flexible enough to be able to squeeze and manipulate the pouches into the smaller crevices of your bag, according to the brand.
Type: Pouches | Dimensions: 9.45 x 5.12 x 0.39 inches | Weight: 11 lbs (total) | Material: Mesh
Best pouch multipack: BBTO 15 Pcs Small Cosmetic Bags
- Multipack
- Durable
- Fits in smaller bags
- No zipper
Another one of Katz’s pouch picks, this set comes with 15 multicolored pouches — great for storing smaller items like cosmetics, jewelry, and charger cords and accessories. They’re made from a waterproof lambskin leather that’s lightweight and scratch-resistant, and are small enough to be used in purses, totes and mini bags. These pouches are also self-closing, meaning that there are no zippers — instead, the pouches snap open and close by being squeezed on the sides, according to the brand.
Type: Pouches | Dimensions: 4.7 x 4.3 x 4.7 inches | Weight: 12.6 oz (total) | Material: Lambskin
Best budget organizer: Vercord Nylon Purse Organizer
- Water-resistant
- Multiple sizes available
- No removable pockets
This purse insert bag organizer has an interior fabric lining and a nylon exterior, making it soft, lightweight and water-resistant, according to the brand. It has three pockets each on the front and back, along with two hooks on the side and six interior pockets, giving you plenty of space to store and organize your valuables. The middle pocket also has a zipper to better secure any important items, and an additional hook for your keys. Katz likes to use this organizer for smaller totes — it also comes in four other sizes, ranging from medium to extra-large.
Type: Purse organizer, insert | Dimensions: 9.3 x 3.2 x 6.2 inches | Weight: 1.2 lbs | Material: Nylon
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How to shop for bag organizers
When shopping for your own bag organizer, in addition to the suggestions above, here are a few other things experts recommend keeping in mind:
- Use: Both Porter and Katz recommend considering the intended use of your bag organizer. “Choose an organizer that matches a specific need, whether for daily use, work, travel, or parenting,” says Porter. This also includes checking that your organizer of choice has the right kind and size of compartments; for example, if you’re looking for an organizer for work, you may want one with a laptop sleeve, or a pocket for pens and other office supplies.
- Weight: A lightweight organizer is key to avoiding any unnecessary weight being added to your bag, according to Porter. When shopping for an organizer, pay attention to not only the measurements, but the weight specs as well, to be sure that you’re not overloading your bag. Try to look for bag organizers made of cotton, linen and felt, which are known for being lighter materials.
- Extra features: Both experts suggest looking for bag organizers that have added features and components, like special pockets, hooks and locks. “Features like zippers, key hooks, or padded compartments add extra functionality, such as securing valuables or protecting electronics,” says Porter. Removable components and pockets can also make bag organizers easier to customize from trip to trip, according to Katz.
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Tanisha Porter is a professional organizer and the founder of Natural Born Organizers.
Zoe Katz is the co-founder of Twice As Organized, a lifestyle organization company based in New York.
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I am an associate SEO reporter with NBC Select, where I’ve consulted with experts for multiple articles about work and office supplies, including roundups of the best work totes and best ergonomic office chairs. For this story, I spoke to two organizing experts to find out everything you need to know about the best bag organizers, including their recommendations and shopping advice to help you find one of your own.
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