Sea to Summit Kitchen Sink, 5 Liter
A light, durable camp basin that packs to palm size but only stands up when nearly full.
We bought ROADIE Collapsible Bowl, Large 5L / 1.32 Gallon. It's no longer documented anywhere, so this page reviews the closest well-covered match. It is a 5 liter collapsible fabric camp basin from a well known outdoor brand with a full maker page and independent long term coverage.
The short version
- Backpackers and paddlers who wash dishes away from water sources
- Car campers who want a basin that stores almost flat
- Anyone who needs a small bucket for carrying water at camp
- You want a rigid bowl that stands with only a little water in it
- You usually camp on sloped or rocky ground
- You need to wash with boiling water or bleach
What owners like
- Packs small and weighs very little
- Holds its shape and stays put when filled
- Long lasting, with one reviewer reporting no leaks after about ten years of trips
- Useful for dishes, hauling water, washing up and laundry
Common complaints
- Needs to be nearly full before it stands on its own
- Can lean and slowly spill if set on uneven ground
- Real weight can run above the listed figure
Based on Sea to Summit's product page, a long term Trail Recipes review of the 10 liter size and a Boundary Waters paddling forum thread..
Research scores
Scored from the maker's specs and what owners report. Drew's own notes and photos will refine these.
Ownership
Drew's hands-on notes for this product are on the way. Long-term updates will be added to this timeline.
What it does
A 5 liter fold flat fabric basin for washing dishes and hauling water at camp; reviewed here in place of the ROADIE Collapsible Bowl, Large 5L it resembles.
- Folds down into a palm sized pouch
- Fully seam sealed so it holds water without leaking
- Steel wire rim keeps the top open when filled
- Webbing handles for carrying and emptying
- Black interior absorbs heat and dries quickly
- PVC free fabric that the maker says can be patched with Seam Grip
A good pick for campers and paddlers who want a light basin that packs to palm size and has held up for years in long term use. The trade off is stability: it only stands on its own when close to full, and it can slowly tip on ground that is not level.
How it compares
Specs
- Capacity
- 5 liters (10 and 20 liter sizes also sold)
- Open size
- About 12 x 12 x 7 in (29.5 x 29.5 x 17.5 cm)
- Packed size
- About 5 x 5 x 1 in
- Weight
- 2.3 oz, 3.0 oz with packaging per the maker
- Material
- 70D recycled nylon with waterproof PU coating, steel wire rim
- Max water temperature
- 140°F (60°C)
Worth knowing
- Sea to Summit says not to use bleach or boiling water, and to keep water at or under 140°F (60°C).
Questions
How much does the Sea to Summit Kitchen Sink 5L weigh?
Sea to Summit lists it at 2.3 oz, or 3.0 oz with packaging.
Can you put hot water in the Sea to Summit Kitchen Sink?
Yes, up to 140°F (60°C). The maker says not to use boiling water or bleach.
Does the Sea to Summit Kitchen Sink stand up by itself?
Only when filled. The maker says it needs to be about four fifths full to stand on its own.
What sizes does the Kitchen Sink come in?
5, 10 and 20 liters.
Sources
- Sea to Summit: Kitchen Sink
- Trail Recipes: Sea To Summit 10L Kitchen Sink Review
- BWCA.com forum: Collapsible Sink
Researched 2026-10-02. We bought this product; our page is built from the maker's details and what owners report across reviews and forums. We never copy Amazon customer reviews.
