I have been using small compostable bags for my food trash for quite a few years now. I have tried different bags along the way, and I am taking the time to write to say these are the best so far. What made me stop to write this is... I just emptied it into my big compost bin, and there is no leakage in the bottom of my container. I haven't had to wash my container in three bags, so far and that's a first. I love the drawstrings, and that it's larger than most compostable countertop bags. It's definitely worth the few pennies more. I hope Amazon continues to carry these because I will be buying them again for my winter home when I get there.