A Mexican pantry is full of open bags. Tortilla chips, masa harina, dried chiles, piloncillo wrapped in plastic, a sack of pinto beans, the bag of tortillas in the fridge. A clip will not turn a bag into a canister, but it keeps chips crisp for another day, stops masa harina spilling across the shelf and keeps the smell of dried chiles in the bag instead of the cabinet.
The best bag clips depend on the bags you buy: wide clips for bulk sacks, small ones for spice packets, magnets if you want them on the fridge, dishwasher-safe plastic if they close raw or frozen food. This guide covers eight sets from established makers, with the count, material, magnet and care each one states, and what each maker actually claims about sealing.
Julia’s earns a commission on purchases made through links on this page, at no cost to you. Recommendations are based on what a restaurant kitchen looks for, product specifications and verified buyer reports.
Quick verdict: which bag clips to buy
For most kitchens, the pick is the OXO Good Grips All-Purpose Magnetic Clips, 4-Piece: a non-slip mouth holds the bag, a strong magnet keeps them on the fridge, and a hanging hole gives you a second place to keep them. For a clip for every bag, choose the Linden Sweden Twixit Bag Clips, Set of 26; for chips that stay crisp, the GripStic Bag Sealers.
Below, five standouts side by side, then all eight sets reviewed in full.
Five bag clip sets compared
One pick for each kind of bag, with the count and features each maker states. All eight sets are reviewed below.
| Clip set | Count | Magnet | Dishwasher-safe | Buy on Amazon |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 clips | Yes | Not stated | View on Amazon | |
Linden Sweden Twixit Bag Clips, Set of 26Best big set
|
26 in four sizes | No | Yes | View on Amazon |
OXO Good Grips Wide Bag Clips, 2-PackBest for big bags
|
2 wide clips | No | Not stated | View on Amazon |
GripStic Bag Sealers, 12-Pack AssortedBest slide-on seal
|
12 assorted lengths | No | Not stated | View on Amazon |
Farberware Classic Wide Magnetic Bag Clips, Set of 6Budget magnetic set
|
6 wide clips | Yes | Not stated | View on Amazon |
Product images from Amazon. Counts, materials and features are as stated by each maker or listing; check the listing before you buy.
Our picks for the best bag clips
These eight sets cover spring clips, hinged clips, a slide-on sealer and bag cinches, in plastic and stainless steel. Before you buy, look at the bags you clip most. Party-size chip bags and bulk sacks need wide jaws; spice and chile packets need small ones; and a mixed pantry needs some of each.
1. OXO Good Grips All-Purpose Magnetic Clips, 4-Piece – Non-Slip Grip and a Magnet on the Back
OXO’s all-purpose clips do the two jobs a kitchen clip needs to do: hold a folded bag shut, and be easy to find when you need one. Each clip has a non-slip mouth to grip the bag and a strong magnet on the back, so the set lives on the fridge door rather than in the back of a drawer. A hanging hole lets you hang one from a hook or peg instead.
OXO says they securely close bags of snacks, frozen foods and more, and suggests them for dish towels, notepads and a calendar too. That covers a bag of tortilla chips, a half-used sack of masa harina or a bag of dried guajillos, and the shopping list on the fridge.
OXO does not give the size of each clip or say whether they are dishwasher safe, and it makes no airtight claim. For long storage, a clip on a folded bag is a short-term seal; move masa harina or flour to a canister if it will sit for weeks.
Why we like it
- Non-slip mouth
- Strong magnet on the back
- Hanging hole
- Backed by the OXO Better Guarantee
Key specifications
| Clip set | OXO Good Grips, model 13328400 |
|---|---|
| Count & sizes | 4 clips; sizes not stated |
| Material | Not stated; non-slip mouth |
| Airtight claim (maker’s) | None; “securely close bags” |
| Magnet | Yes, strong magnet on back |
| Dishwasher-safe | Not stated |
| Hanging hole | Yes |
Why we recommend it
It suits most kitchens as an everyday set for chips, snacks and pantry bags that lives on the fridge.
Skip it if you need clips wide enough for big bulk bags; OXO’s wide clips below suit those better.
Pros and cons
Pros
- Grips well
- Always on the fridge
- Doubles as a note clip
Cons
- Only four clips
- Sizes and care not stated
2. Linden Sweden Twixit Bag Clips, Set of 26 – Four Sizes, Dishwasher-Safe, Made in Sweden
Twixit clips are a different design from spring clips: a hinged plastic clip that closes over the folded bag. Linden Sweden’s set of 26 includes 2 super, 6 large, 8 medium and 10 small clips, enough for every open bag in a busy pantry, from a family bag of chips to a small packet of Mexican oregano.
Linden Sweden makes them in Sweden from polypro plastic and says they are food safe and BPA-free. They are safe in the dishwasher, the microwave and the freezer, which matters for clips that close bags of frozen corn or tortillas. The maker says you can also use the clip to date a frozen item.
The maker’s claim is that they keep food fresh and stop spillage; it does not call them airtight. There is no magnet, so keep them in a drawer or a jar near the pantry.
Why we like it
- 26 clips in four sizes
- Dishwasher, microwave and freezer safe
- BPA-free, made in Sweden
- Space to date frozen bags
Key specifications
| Clip set | Linden Sweden Twixit, model 26810BLU |
|---|---|
| Count & sizes | 26: 2 super, 6 large, 8 medium, 10 small |
| Material | Polypro plastic, BPA-free |
| Airtight claim (maker’s) | None; “keep food fresh, stop spillage” |
| Magnet | No |
| Dishwasher-safe | Yes; also microwave and freezer safe |
| Hanging hole | Not stated |
Why we recommend it
It suits a big household or a cook who freezes in bags and wants a clip for every size.
Skip it if you want clips that stick to the fridge; these have no magnets.
Pros and cons
Pros
- Huge range of sizes
- Goes in the dishwasher
- Freezer safe
Cons
- No magnets
- Hinged bar takes getting used to
3. OXO Good Grips Wide Bag Clips, 2-Pack – Wide Jaws for Bulk Bags
Big bags need big clips. A big bag of masa harina, a party-size bag of tortilla chips or a bulk sack of pinto beans is too wide for a small clip, and a clip that covers only part of the fold lets air in at the ends. OXO’s wide clips are made for large and bulk-size bags.
Each has a non-slip mouth and a hanging hole, and OXO says they are strong enough to hold a book open. They are not magnetic, so they hang from a nail, hook or peg instead.
OXO does not state their width in the listing or say how to clean them, and it makes no airtight claim. If you keep masa harina in its bag, fold the top over twice before you clip it.
Why we like it
- Wide jaws for bulk bags
- Non-slip mouth
- Hanging hole
- Strong enough to hold a book open
Key specifications
| Clip set | OXO Good Grips, model 13328500 |
|---|---|
| Count & sizes | 2 wide clips; width not stated |
| Material | Not stated; non-slip mouth |
| Airtight claim (maker’s) | None; “keep large and bulk-size bags closed” |
| Magnet | No |
| Dishwasher-safe | Not stated |
| Hanging hole | Yes |
Why we recommend it
It suits a pantry with big bags of masa harina, flour, beans or rice.
Skip it if you want a magnet; these are made to hang instead.
Pros and cons
Pros
- Covers a wide fold
- Strong grip
- Hangs neatly
Cons
- Only two in the pack
- No magnet
4. GripStic Bag Sealers, 12-Pack Assorted – A Sealing Stick You Slide Along the Bag
GripStic is not a spring clip. It is a slotted plastic stick: you flatten the top of the bag, press out the air and slide the stick along the edge, so the whole width is pinched shut. The 12-pack comes in several lengths for everything from a small snack bag to a family-size package.
GripStic is the only maker here that claims an airtight seal: it says the sticks create an airtight seal that helps lock out air and moisture, for chips, cereal and snacks. That makes them a good fit for tortilla chips, which go soft quickly once the bag is open.
They suit the pantry, the fridge and the freezer, per the maker. The listing does not give the exact lengths, the plastic or whether they are dishwasher safe. They do not fold bulky bags as easily as a clip, so they work best on thin bags with a flat top.
Why we like it
- Seals the whole width of the bag
- Maker claims an airtight seal
- Several lengths
- Pantry, fridge or freezer
Key specifications
| Clip set | GripStic 12 Pack Assorted |
|---|---|
| Count & sizes | 12, assorted lengths |
| Material | Not stated (plastic stick) |
| Airtight claim (maker’s) | Yes, “creates an airtight seal” |
| Magnet | No |
| Dishwasher-safe | Not stated |
| Hanging hole | Not stated |
Why we recommend it
It suits anyone whose main complaint is chips and snacks going stale in an open bag.
Skip it if your bags are thick, crinkly or bulky; the stick slides best over a flat, thin top.
Pros and cons
Pros
- Full-width seal
- Range of lengths
- Slim to store
Cons
- Fiddly on thick bags
- Lengths not listed
5. Farberware Classic Wide Magnetic Bag Clips, Set of 6 – Six Wide Clips With Ribbed Teeth
Farberware’s set gives you six wide clips, each with a plastic body, a metal spring, ribbed teeth to grip the bag and a magnet on the back. That is more clips than the OXO magnetic set, and they are wide enough for most bags of chips and cereal.
Farberware says the clips create a tight seal on open bags of chips, cereal, coffee, frozen foods and snacks. It suggests them for grocery lists and recipes on the fridge too.
Farberware covers them with a limited lifetime warranty. The listing does not give their size or say whether they can go in the dishwasher.
Why we like it
- Six wide clips
- Ribbed teeth and metal spring
- Magnet on every clip
- Limited lifetime warranty
Key specifications
| Clip set | Farberware Classic, model 5078762 |
|---|---|
| Count & sizes | 6 wide clips; size not stated |
| Material | Plastic body, metal spring |
| Airtight claim (maker’s) | “Tight seal” (not called airtight) |
| Magnet | Yes |
| Dishwasher-safe | Not stated |
| Hanging hole | Not stated |
Why we recommend it
It suits a kitchen that wants a handful of wide magnetic clips for everyday bags.
Skip it if you want a range of sizes; all six are the same wide clip.
Pros and cons
Pros
- More clips than most magnetic sets
- Wide grip
- Lifetime warranty
Cons
- One size only
- Care not stated
6. Norpro Stainless Steel Jumbo Bag Sealing Clip – Brushed Stainless Steel and a Strong Spring
Norpro’s clip is brushed stainless steel with a strong internal spring, and Norpro pitches it as a long-lasting alternative to fragile plastic clips. It measures 2.75 by 4.5 by 1.25 inches.
Norpro says it seals open bags tightly and calls it air-tight, for chips, pretzels, bread, coffee beans, flour and pet food. The clamping edge is designed to grip without slipping; Norpro suggests folding the top of the bag down before you clip.
It is sold singly, so it is the clip for the one bag that matters most, such as the open sack of masa harina or the coffee by the comal. The listing does not mention a magnet or dishwasher use.
Why we like it
- Brushed stainless steel
- Strong internal spring
- Resists rust and fingerprints, per Norpro
- Non-slip clamping edge
Key specifications
| Clip set | Norpro, model 169 |
|---|---|
| Count & sizes | 1 clip, 2.75 x 4.5 x 1.25 in |
| Material | Stainless steel |
| Airtight claim (maker’s) | Yes, “air-tight food freshness” |
| Magnet | Not stated |
| Dishwasher-safe | Not stated |
| Hanging hole | Not stated |
Why we recommend it
It suits a cook who has broken one plastic clip too many and wants one that lasts.
Skip it if you need several clips; this is a single clip.
Pros and cons
Pros
- Stainless steel body
- Strong spring
- Looks tidy on the counter
Cons
- Sold singly
- 4.5 in may not span a party-size bag
7. Chef’n Small Magnetic Bag Clips, Set of 4 – Small Bags, Spices and Chile Packets
Not every bag is big. Mexican spices, dried chiles and herbs often come in small cellophane packets, and a big clip on a small bag just tips it over. Chef’n’s small clips suit those packets, and the set of four comes in cherry, arugula, apricot and pacific blue.
Chef’n says the strong springs and secure grips keep bags closed so food does not go stale, and each clip has a magnetic backing so it can live on the fridge or another metal surface.
The listing does not give the clips’ size, material or care. Think of them as the companion to a set of wide clips, for packets of ancho chiles, achiote or Mexican oregano.
Why we like it
- Sized for small packets
- Magnetic backing
- Strong springs
- Four easy-to-spot colors
Key specifications
| Clip set | Chef’n, model 102-015-036 |
|---|---|
| Count & sizes | 4 small clips; size not stated |
| Material | Not stated |
| Airtight claim (maker’s) | None; keep bags closed and food from going stale |
| Magnet | Yes, magnetic backing |
| Dishwasher-safe | Not stated |
| Hanging hole | Not stated |
Why we recommend it
It suits a spice drawer or pantry shelf full of small packets of chiles and herbs.
Skip it if you want one clip for every bag; these are too small for chip bags.
Pros and cons
Pros
- Right size for small packets
- Magnetic
- Colorful
Cons
- Too small for big bags
- Few listed details
8. OXO Good Grips 8-Piece Bag Clip Set – Clips, Cinches and a Large Clip in One Set
OXO’s mixed set covers more than one kind of bag. It has four all-purpose clips, three bag cinches and one large bag clip. The cinches are for twisted bags like tortilla and bread bags, and OXO says they replace awkward, easy-to-lose bread tags and twist ties.
OXO says the pieces have soft, non-slip touchpoints and openings that hold items securely, and lists a strong magnet on the back for posting notes and shopping lists; it does not say which pieces have the magnet. The large clip has a wide mouth for large bags and can hold a cookbook open.
Like OXO’s other clips, the listing gives no sizes, no care instructions and no airtight claim. It is the set to buy if you want one box that handles chip bags, the tortilla bag and the bread bag.
Why we like it
- Three kinds of closure
- Cinches for tortilla and bread bags
- Large clip for big bags
- Magnet on back, per OXO
Key specifications
| Clip set | OXO Good Grips, model 13327900 |
|---|---|
| Count & sizes | 8: 4 all-purpose clips, 3 cinches, 1 large clip |
| Material | Not stated; soft non-slip touchpoints |
| Airtight claim (maker’s) | None stated |
| Magnet | Yes, per listing (which pieces not stated) |
| Dishwasher-safe | Not stated |
| Hanging hole | Not stated |
Why we recommend it
It suits a kitchen that wants one set for chip bags, tortilla bags and bread.
Skip it if you only need clips; the four-piece magnetic set is simpler.
Pros and cons
Pros
- Covers twisted and folded bags
- One large clip included
- Magnetic, per OXO
Cons
- Only one large clip
- Sizes and care not stated
How to choose bag clips for a busy pantry
Width. A clip should span the whole fold. If it covers only the middle, air gets in at the ends. Match wide clips to chip bags and bulk sacks (the OXO wide clips, Farberware), and small clips to spice and chile packets (Chef’n).
Grip and spring. A strong spring and a textured or non-slip mouth keep the clip from sliding off a slippery foil bag. OXO lists a non-slip mouth; Farberware lists ribbed teeth and a metal spring; Norpro lists a strong internal spring in stainless steel.
What the maker claims about sealing. Most clips simply hold a bag closed. Only GripStic and Norpro here claim an airtight seal, and those are the makers’ own words. For anything you want to keep for weeks, such as masa harina, flour or a big bag of dried chiles, a sealed canister or a vacuum-sealed bag does more than any clip.
Magnet or not. Magnetic clips live on the fridge, where you can find them. Non-magnetic clips need a drawer, a jar or a hook. OXO’s all-purpose clips, the Farberware set and the Chef’n clips are magnetic.
Cleaning. Clips on frozen or raw food need washing. Linden Sweden says its Twixit clips are safe in the dishwasher, microwave and freezer; most other makers here do not say, so hand wash them.
How we chose these eight bag clip sets
We looked at the bags a Mexican kitchen actually clips, from party-size chip bags to small packets of dried chiles, and chose real, branded sets that cover those sizes, sold on Amazon in the United States. We checked that each was in stock when we wrote this, took every count, material and claim from the maker’s listing, and wrote “not stated” where a maker gives no detail. We left out the many unbranded multi-packs and sets whose listings show only renders. IKEA’s Bevara clips are not sold on Amazon, so they are not here. We have not used these products ourselves.
Bag clip questions, answered
What are the best bag clips for chips?
Wide clips that span the whole fold, such as the OXO wide clips or the Farberware set, or a GripStic sealer slid across the full width of the bag. GripStic is the only set here whose maker claims an airtight seal for chips.
Do bag clips keep food fresh?
They slow things down by keeping the bag closed, but most makers here do not claim an airtight seal. For tortilla chips over a day or two, a clip is fine; for masa harina or flour you plan to keep, move it to a sealed container.
Are magnetic bag clips worth it?
If you lose clips, yes. A magnet keeps them on the fridge, where they are easy to grab, and they double as note holders. OXO, Farberware and Chef’n all make magnetic sets.
Can bag clips go in the dishwasher?
Some can. Linden Sweden says its Twixit clips are dishwasher, microwave and freezer safe. Most other listings here do not say, so wash them by hand unless the maker says otherwise.
What are the top-rated bag clips?
We do not rank by star ratings. Our pick is the OXO Good Grips magnetic set for everyday use, with the Linden Sweden Twixit set for a full range of sizes.
The clips we would buy first
Start with the OXO magnetic clips for the fridge, add the OXO wide clips for bulk bags and a few Chef’n clips for chile packets. For the bags themselves, see our guide to the best tortilla chips. When a clip is not enough, move pantry staples into the best flour container or best food storage containers, or seal them with one of the best vacuum sealers. To learn what is in those chile packets, read Mexican chiles explained.
More storage guides: meal-prep containers, canister sets, spice jars, beeswax wraps.
When you would rather someone else did the cooking, see our menu and call to order.