In the market for packaging materials containers closures, the straight-wall storage tote is a familiar workhorse. The main decision for a buyer is whether to choose a wall that lets air through or one that doesn't. Akro-Mils offers two gray, stackable totes side by side: the 38358Gry Solid & Stackable Straight Wall Storage Container, 11.2 Gal, and the 37616Grey Vented & Stackable Straight Wall Storage Container, 26.6. Both are plastic, both list nearly identical depth and length dimensions, and both are sold without a lid or fork pockets. The meaningful differences come down to wall type, listed price, and how each product states its size.
Quick Verdict
The Vented 26.6 container is the less expensive of the pair. The Solid 11.2 container is priced higher but gives you an explicit 11.2-gallon label and a closed container surface. If you need to keep contents sealed from airflow, the solid model is the straightforward pick. If you'd rather have air move through the sides and spend less, the vented model takes it. The table below puts their listed prices side by side.
Comparison at a Glance
| Product | Listed Price | Price Bar | Wall Type | Listed Dimensions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Akro-Mils 38358Gry Solid & Stackable Container (11.2 Gal) | $40.19 | Solid | Depth 15.75 in, Length 23.62 in | |
| Akro-Mils 37616Grey Vented & Stackable Container (26.6) | $32.69 | Vented | Depth 15.70 in, Length 23.60 in |
Where Each Model Wins
- Solid 11.2 Gal: Choose it when you want a closed container surface. The capacity is plainly labeled and the listed dimensions are fractionally larger than the vented model's.
- Vented 26.6: Choose it when you want air movement through the sides. It has the lower listed price, which can make the decision easier.
Product Notes
Akro-Mils 38358Gry Solid & Stackable Straight Wall Storage Container, 11.2 Gal
Listed at $40.19, this is the costlier container of the pair. The 11.2-gallon capacity appears right in the product name, so the volume is explicit. Its solid walls create a closed barrier, which is the main reason to choose it if you want the contents sealed off from air flow. The listed depth is 15.75 inches and the length is 23.62 inches, just a bit more than the vented model. Keep in mind that the lid is not included, so the tote will arrive open-topped.
Akro-Mils 37616Grey Vented & Stackable Straight Wall Storage Container, 26.6
Listed at $32.69, this is the lower-priced option in the matchup. The vented walls give the container openings along its sides, allowing air to circulate through the tote. That design suits items you'd rather not seal in. The listed dimensions are 15.70 inches deep and 23.60 inches long, essentially the same footprint as the solid container. The trade-off is the exposed wall openings, which means dust can pass through more easily than through a solid wall. Fork pockets are not included on this model.
Final Choice by Use Case
If closed-wall storage is the priority, the Akro-Mils 38358Gry Solid & Stackable Straight Wall Storage Container, 11.2 Gal is the one to go with. If air movement through the sides and a lower listed price matter more, the Akro-Mils 37616Grey Vented & Stackable Straight Wall Storage Container, 26.6 is the better fit. In short, the solid wall gives you a closed container, the vented wall gives you air flow, and the listed price follows that split.
