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Quick answer
For US shoppers comparing 13-gallon kitchen trash bags, Hefty Ultra Strong is the lower-price primary pick at $15.47 for a listed 80-count pack. It has a current 4.8-star rating from 89,322 reviews. Amazon Basics costs $20.19 for a listed 120-count pack and has a 4.4-star rating from 101,007 reviews. Amazon Basics therefore provides 40 more listed bags, while Hefty is $3.56 cheaper at the current displayed prices. This is a listing and registry comparison, not a controlled test of tear resistance, leak resistance, odor control, drawstring strength, or bag fit. Confirm the live count, dimensions, scent, variation, seller, and current price before ordering. Both primary products were verified in stock in the current US registry.
Hefty costs less upfront and has the higher current rating; Amazon Basics lists 40 more bags. The calculated price per listed bag favors Amazon Basics, but verify live count, dimensions, and variation.
Mubboo Verdict
Winner
Hefty Ultra Strong 13 Gallon, 80 Count
Hefty Ultra Strong 13 Gallon, 80 Count vs Amazon Basics 13 Gallon, 120 Count, side by side
Hefty Ultra Strong 13 Gallon, 80 Count
Pros:
- Current price is $15.47
- 4.8-star rating from 89,322 current reviews
- 13-gallon and 80-count details appear in the listing title
Cons (honest weight):
- Fewer bags than the Amazon Basics 120-count listing
- Strength, leak resistance, and odor performance were not tested
- Confirm bag dimensions, scent, count, and live seller
Amazon Basics 13 Gallon, 120 Count
Pros:
- Current price is $20.19
- 120-count detail appears in the listing title
- 13-gallon tall-kitchen format appears in the listing title
Cons (honest weight):
- Higher current price than Hefty
- Current rating is lower than Hefty’s
- Strength, leak resistance, and fit were not tested
Where each one wins
8 dimensions scored head-to-head. Hefty Ultra takes 2; Amazon Basics takes 3.
| Dimension | Hefty Ultra Strong 13 Gallon, 80 Count | Amazon Basics 13 Gallon, 120 Count | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Current priceHefty is listed lower. | $15.47 | $20.19 | Hefty Ultra |
| Listed countAmazon Basics lists 120 bags. | 80 | 120 | Amazon Basics |
| Calculated price per bagThe larger pack calculates lower. | $0.19 | $0.16 | Amazon Basics |
| RatingHefty shows the higher rating. | 4.8 | 4.4 | Hefty Ultra |
| Review countAmazon Basics has the larger pool. | 89,322 | 101,007 | Amazon Basics |
| CapacityBoth titles use 13-gallon wording. | 13 gallon | 13 gallon | Tie |
| StrengthNo controlled test. | Not tested | Not tested | Tie |
| Return termsCheck live terms. | Verify | Verify | Tie |
| Overall | 2 wins | 3 wins | Amazon Basics |
Price, count, and unit math
Hefty is currently listed at $15.47 for 80 bags. Amazon Basics is listed at $20.19 for 120 bags. Amazon Basics costs $3.56 more upfront but lists 40 additional bags. Dividing the displayed price by the displayed count gives about $0.19 per Hefty bag and $0.16 per Amazon Basics bag.
That calculation is useful for a quick restock decision, but it is not a complete cost-of-use measure. Coupons, taxes, shipping, bag dimensions, how full you load each bag, and the rate of tearing can change the real value.
Capacity and kitchen fit
Both captured product titles use a 13-gallon tall-kitchen format. Confirm the actual bag dimensions and the opening of your trash can before checkout. A “13 gallon” label does not guarantee that every bag fits every can equally well.
Check the live count, closure style, color, scent, seller, and variation. Amazon Basics uses tall-kitchen drawstring wording; Hefty’s title identifies Ultra Strong and an 80-count pack. Those details are useful listing signals, not a substitute for checking the complete product page.
Strength, leaks, and odor claims
This page does not include a controlled test of tear resistance, puncture resistance, leak resistance, drawstring strength, stretch, or odor control. A product name or listing description may describe a feature, but it does not tell us how a bag performs with every type of household waste.
For wet, sharp, heavy, or unusually bulky waste, follow the bag maker’s instructions and local disposal rules. Do not use a household trash liner as a substitute for a specialized hazardous-waste container.
What the rating data means
Hefty currently shows 4.8 stars from 89,322 reviews; Amazon Basics shows 4.4 stars from 101,007. That is retailer feedback-pool evidence. It is not a lab result, a guarantee of the next pack, or proof that one bag will fit your can better.
Ratings and prices can change with time and variation. Use the live product page to confirm the exact count and terms before purchase.
Who should choose which
Choose Hefty if you want the lower upfront price and higher current rating. Choose Amazon Basics if the listed 120-count pack and lower calculated price per listed bag matter more than paying $3.56 extra today.
The retained Hefty 110-count and Glad alternatives are separate paths for shoppers who want different pack or scent options; they are not silent replacements for either primary product.
Which should you buy?
| Your situation | Pick | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Budget-first restock | Hefty Ultra Strong 13 Gallon, 80 Count | Lower current upfront price. |
| You want fewer repeat orders | Amazon Basics 13 Gallon, 120 Count | 120 listed bags instead of 80. |
| You compare unit cost | Hefty Ultra Strong 13 Gallon, 80 Count | Lower calculated price per listed bag. |
| You prefer the higher rating | Hefty Ultra Strong 13 Gallon, 80 Count | Higher current registry rating. |
| You prefer this brand listing | Hefty Ultra Strong 13 Gallon, 80 Count | Hefty name and Ultra Strong listing fit your preference. |
| You need more liners in one pack | Amazon Basics 13 Gallon, 120 Count | Amazon Basics has the larger listed count. |
Lower current upfront price.
120 listed bags instead of 80.
Lower calculated price per listed bag.
Higher current registry rating.
Hefty name and Ultra Strong listing fit your preference.
Amazon Basics has the larger listed count.
What if neither is right?
Hefty Ultra Strong 13 Gallon, 110 Count
$16.46
A current in-stock Hefty alternative with 110 bags; its title includes continuous odor control and a scented variation.
Glad Tall Kitchen Drawstring 13 Gallon Bags
$19.97
A current in-stock 110-count Glad listing; verify the live scent, count, and variation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better, Hefty or Amazon Basics trash bags?
Hefty is the lower-price pick at $15.47 and has the higher current rating. Amazon Basics is the better fit if its listed 120-count pack matters more than the $3.56 premium.
Which pack has more bags?
Amazon Basics lists 120 bags, while the Hefty primary listing states 80 bags.
Which has the lower price per bag?
Using the current displayed prices and listed counts, Amazon Basics calculates to about $0.16 per bag versus $0.19 for Hefty. This excludes taxes, shipping, coupons, and actual usage.
Are both bags 13-gallon kitchen bags?
Both captured titles use 13-gallon kitchen-bag wording. Check the live dimensions and can fit because nominal capacity does not guarantee identical dimensions.
Did this comparison test strength or leaks?
No. It compares current registry and listing evidence and does not include controlled testing of tear resistance, leak resistance, odor control, drawstrings, or fit.
Evidence checked 2026-08-04: current US product-registry facts and the linked Amazon listing records. Prices, ratings, review totals, titles, images, and stock can change; verify the exact live variation before ordering.
- Amazon US product listing (B01BZ0LXL8)
- Amazon US product listing (B093X8QQ12)
- Hefty Ultra Strong 13 Gallon, 110 Count (B07Z8G9PQM)
- Glad Tall Kitchen Drawstring 13 Gallon Bags (B07T9MBNTT)
Primary sources. Exact listing details were checked against Manufacturer product page. Product-family context comes from the linked manufacturer pages; prices, stock, ratings, and review counts are volatile registry fields and should be checked again before purchase.
Who wrote this and where's the data from?
Mubboo Editorial Team — independent US-market consumer research. This comparison uses current registry facts and listing evidence; it does not claim controlled trash-bag testing.