* Notes for following statements:*** DPB stands for disposable plastic bags*** 'Zipper' refers to the typical closure on disposable plastic bags (the ones that interlock as you push the pieces of plastic together [with or without color changing function], not the ones with the plastic slider)★★★★★ (5.0) - Bag Quality and Design:~ Good quality, very thick silicone - Increases longevity due to high quality level - Feels more secure for storage than DPBs~ Unintentional bag puncture or opening unlikely~ Intelligent closure design - Uses rigid but durable plastic bars - Likely will last longer than a 'zipper' design - High probability of having a good seal for life of use~ Markings on bags and plastic bars are thick - Should not wear down quickly~ Small rings allow storage of bags on ring or hook★★★★✬ (4.5) - Instructions and Other Included Inserts:~ Clearly, concisely, and simply written - Have illustrations for potentially confusing statements~ 2 small informational cards included - Instruction card topics include = Filling and closure directions = Cleaning instructions - Company card topics include = Thank you for product purchase = General company information = Rewards program information = Social media handle - Cards exclude instructions on how to open the bags★★★★★ (5.0) - Cleaning and Sanitation~ Bags are dishwasher safe~ Easy cleaning and sanitation between each use~ Color bars likely wipe clean easily if needed - Can't go in dishwasher, as they would likely melt★★★★☆ (4.0) - Plastic Multi-Colored Bars:~ Stop tab on end of bar - Prevents pushing it past the full seal point - Ensures the storage ring doesn't get blocked~ Bars are color-coded - Allows user to easily identify bag size - Helps to remind of what's stored in each bag~ Arrow indicates direction to push bar for closure - Not labelled or indicated in instructions~ No instructions for how to open the bag - Can be confusing, especially at first - Took me at least a couple minutes to open first bag~ Difficult to move when near the sealed position - Easy to move in other parts of closure - Likely helps keep bar in position and ensure seal quality - Gives sense of security~ Creates a closing mechanism that essentially pinches the bag shut - More secure closure than on DPB - Unlikely to open unintentionally★★★★✬ (4.5) - Filling and Storage Capabilities~ Able to store solids and/or liquids - Leakage not a big concern = Due to seal type and bag material/thickness - Less risk of leakage than with DPB~ Slightly difficult to open the first time using the bags - Layers of silicone stick to each other - Similar experience to opening DPB, but amplified effect - Likely is an issue of any similar product~ Opens with a wide mouth to allow for easy filling~ Will not stand up independently - May be harder or messier to fill the bags for some substances~ Marks indicate amount of a substance in the bag - Measurements in cups, mL, and fl oz. - Lines are thick and won't wear out quickly~ Max fill line included - Prevents overfilling - Eliminates inability to close the bag★★★★★ (5.0) - Amount of Bags:~ Good amount of bags for the price - Especially considering the bags' quality and material~ 6 reusable bags total - 2 each of 6-cup, 4-cup, and 2-cup bags★★★★★ (5.0) - Company:~ This company appears socially conscious~ Focus on being environmentally-friendly~ Description increases confidence in the companySummary/TLDR:This set of bags has innumerable good qualities, with a couple of neutral qualities and a couple of negative qualities to them. I feel that most of these are either inevitable facts of this type of products or done intentionally as part of the intelligent design of the bags. For the couple issues mentioned (as part of the color bars and instructions) that are exceptions to this, I believe they're easy to overcome for the consumer and would be manageable for the company to adjust in the future.Final Recommendation and Star Rating Justification:Overall, I would highly recommend this product to others, and still feel that it's worthy of 5 stars despite the less than an handful of minor issues noted above, as the pros are very strong and greatly outnumber the neutrals and cons. These bags are a great find and are worth the price they are listed for.