We don’t normally post on Sundays, but today we’ve decided to share a product review with you.

Today’s product review comes courtesy of Buttoned Up. I’ve reviewed* Smead and Esselte products for them in the past (check them out here and here). I’m always on the look out products that might make my life – and yours – a little easier.

This time, I’ve agreed to test out a couple more Smead products: TUFF® Hanging Folders with Easy Slide™ Tab and SuperTab® Folders. Though I’m focused on transitioning to a (mostly) paperless office, there are still a few pieces of paper that I must keep. That said, I didn’t pass up the chance to try these folders. If you’ve used any of them, be sure to leave a comment with what you liked and what you didn’t.

TUFF® Hanging Folders with Easy Slide™ Tab

What I Like

• Color. I really like the bold, vibrant colors, especially because you can assign a color to a particular file type. Smead seems to realize this because they use lots of color with their PileSmart® filing system, too.
  

• Function. They meant it when they said their files were tough. They even feel tougher. I used them for regular, lightweight paper and for manuals – lots of them. These files stood up well to the pressure. The clear tabs are also stronger than the usual flimsy ones that come with hanging file folders, and are already bent partially so you can easily see the label. You can also attach the tab to the folder in one motion – easier than with typical tabs. They really secure well to the folder.

• Green. The folders are made from 10% recycled content. I like that.

What Would Have Made it Perfect

• Ease of Use. Though I really liked the slider tabs, they didn’t always slide as easily on the folder as I would have liked. On the other hand, if they move too easily, there’s a possibility that they may fall off.

SuperTab® Oversized-Tab Folders

What I Like

• Coordinating Colors. The folder colors match up nicely with the Tuff® folders. You can also get them in manilla, pastel colors, and a heavyweight stock.

• Function. I love, love the over-sized label area. You have enough space to write or type your label AND you can actually see it easily. If you can see it more easily, then you can find what you’re looking for more quickly. Nice feature.

• Green. Yep, these are made from 10% recycled materials, too.

What Would Have Made it Perfect

• Nothing! It’s great as it is! Isn’t it nice when a product actually lives up to it’s description?

*Disclosure: This is sponsored content which means that I was compensated by Buttoned Up  for doing this review. What was my prize? A $20 Target gift card. Remember, we don’t give positive reviews for anything we do not believe in, and we’re always honest in our appraisal.  Our content was not edited or directed in any way by Smead or Buttoned Up.