Top 10 Great Miniature Transport Cases and Bags

Are you looking for the best miniature transport cases and bags? Look at all those hours you spend painting your models and now you want to take them somewhere without damaging them. You could throw your painted miniatures into a plastic bag (gasp!). Or, you could get a dedicated army transport bag or case. Over the years, companies have developed specialized products for our tabletop gaming hobby. Now there are so many, you’re not sure where to start. Have a look here at some popular model army transport cases and bags.

I’ve used foam bags, hard cases, and magnetic systems for painted miniatures. These 10 options cover skirmish forces, full armies, and collections that are too heavy for one shoulder. The best miniature transport case matches the size of your army, the height of your models, and how you travel. Foam is the easiest all-around choice, while magnetic trays make changing army layouts simpler.

Fortunately, game companies and accessory makers offer cases and boxes in almost every size and shape. Most use molded, pre-cut, or customizable foam designed around common 28–35 mm miniatures.

Where do you start?

To be honest, I don’t know. I have tried many types of bags. I’ve purchased them new or used (usually eBay). I have also sold off the ones I didn’t like, either because they were too big and unwieldy, or didn’t fit my needs. And, as any of you tabletop gamers know, your needs change as your army composition never stays the same.

What do you do? Find a bag that does the job with space to grow. 💡

10 Popular Miniature Transport Cases in This Review

1. Feldherr Storage Box Compatible with Large Based Miniatures  
2. Feldherr Mini Plus 64 Miniatures Figure Case
3. Guardian Tabletop Gaming Backpack 
4. Enhance Portable Miniature Figure Storage & Carrying Case
5. Chessex Figure Storage Box
6. CASEMATIX Hard Shell Miniature Carrying Case
7. Battle Foam P.A.C.K. 720 Molle Pluck Foam Load Out Miniatures Case
8. Battle Foam P.A.C.K. 352 Pluck Foam Load Out Miniatures Case
9. Jucoci Large Miniatures Transport Case
10. oTTRPGo Large Magnetic Carrying Case with Wheels

For more details about some model army transport bags and cases, continue reading below!

All you would need to do is find the appropriate fitting foam for your model(s).

Are DIY transport options worth the trouble?

A cheaper option is to buy foam trays separately and place them in a sturdy box. This setup gives up the reliable closures, handles, and accessory pockets of a dedicated case. It keeps more of your budget available for models.

What are the alternatives to foam storage options for models and miniatures?

…magnets.

Fair warning, however, for those in the ultimate search for the one bag/case to rule them all.

There is no perfect bag for miniature storage or transport.

Finding the perfect one-size-fits-all army transport system is a never-ending adventure. You won’t find that pot of gold at the end of the rainbow.

I eventually moved to a magnetic army transport system. It takes more setup because every model needs a magnet, and the case’s metal shelving may require assembly.

Simple foam cases remain the easiest do-it-all miniature storage and transport option. Relatively inexpensive, easy to upkeep, and easily does the job without too much hassle.

Check out the review below of some popular foam miniature transport and storage systems.

Here are 10 recommended miniature transport bags and cases

1. Feldherr Storage Box Compatible with Large Based Miniatures

Feldherr means “commander” in German. Made in Germany, the Feldherr Storage Box is a straightforward, inexpensive alternative to a fabric carrying bag.

The box uses its interior well, with foam compartments for up to 89 miniatures on 35 mm and 40 mm bases. That covers most infantry in Warhammer, Age of Sigmar, Warmachine, and similar games.

Fit several 40k Kill Teams in this storage box and take them with you. Or, safely store them in the foam trays! This carrying case is a perfect choice for those who are looking for an option that’s simple and budget-friendly.

It is one of the sturdier storage boxes in this price range and works well for light-duty transport.

Transferring into or out of the case is also pretty nice with the soft foam layering. The soft, flexible foam tray system will adjust and bend according to the shape and size of your minis and models with little risk for damaging them. Not too shabby for a budget-friendly case, especially if you buy directly from Feldherr.

The Feldherr Mini Plus 64 is a compact soft case for 25–28 mm infantry-sized models, including Space Marines, Bolt Action miniatures, and Dropzone Commander units.

Feldherr also sells larger case configurations when 64 slots are not enough.

If you play D&D or tabletop skirmish games, this keeps your transport footprint small. The compact bag is discreet and comfortable to carry.

Four foam trays provide 16 compartments each for 25–28 mm figures. The rectangular slots suit infantry and other compact models, making this a useful general-purpose case for a smaller collection.

The foam trays are swappable, so extra trays let you change the models you carry for each game. The small case does not suit vehicles, warjacks, or other large miniatures. The current Mini Plus 64 includes four 16-compartment trays and a foam topper.

The Guardian Tabletop Gaming Backpack is a unique transport system. This is a backpack you can wear. Pretty much a high-quality large storage case that holds foam that you strap to your back. There is a lot of space for miniatures with multiple foam trays with arrays of compartmentalized space for miniatures sized at 32mm x 54mm. There are 135 compartments across 5 trays.

For customization, you also get three 54mm deep pluck foam trays for larger figures, including vehicles, tanks, ships, and other odd shaped sculpts.

This is the ultimate transport case that uses foam. If you’ve got free space, the extra trays keep things snug so things don’t jostle around while you’re traveling.

Made by gamers for gamers, the Guardian backpack competes directly with transport systems from Citadel and Battle Foam.

The feature-rich backpack uses durable cloth and straps that should withstand regular trips to the local gaming store.

Fully loaded, this remains a good-value army transport backpack.

The Enhance Portable Miniature Figure Storage & Carrying Case is a stylish and big miniature army transport case that can store and protect your miniature army. The bag comes with a strap as well as handles. Bring it with you over-the-shoulder style, or lug it around like a box of dynamite.

The multi-tiered storage includes four trays, of which three trays consist of 36 slots each. The fourth tray is customizable for those unwieldy larger figures, e.g., vehicles, flyers, tanks, and those larger fantasy siege engine models.

You can also create custom slots for your miniature army. Large accessory pockets hold essential wargaming supplies such as pencils, dice, and rulers.

If you own large figures, then this product is not really for you. The Chessex model storage box will, however, comfortably accommodate miniatures with 25mm size. The capacity of this miniature carrying case is around 80 figures and has two levels of foam that protect your miniature army. The nice thing about this box is that you can have multiples of them and stack them up.

I have two of these and you can take a sharpie marker and label each box directly on the plastic casing. For long-term safe storage for your painted models and wargaming miniatures, this is a simple and practical choice.

The case is made up of sturdy plastic and contains two layers that will tightly hold your miniatures. The foam is easy to set up and does not require any cutting. The latch is secure and does not come open unexpectedly. Pricing varies, but it remains one of the more affordable hard cases on this list.

The CASEMATIX Hard Shell Miniature Carrying Case is a current foam option with the foam already included. You get two pre-cut trays with space for 80 standard 25–28mm miniatures, plus a customizable tray for larger models and vehicles. No need to buy the bag and then discover the foam is another purchase.

The composite CASEMATIX shell measures about 16 × 13 × 6 inches and uses heavy-duty latches, a folding handle, and padlock rings. The complete kit includes the case and foam, making it a practical hard-shell choice when you do not want to assemble a bag and tray system separately.

The Battle Foam Miniatures Case line of model army transport bags are premium top-shelf bags. They have become the go-to standard for those tabletop miniature wargamers looking for the best, no compromise transport systems. This is a high-quality large cloth-covered “box” with a good amount of space for miniatures with a size between 30 mm to 45 mm.

The popularity of the bag comes from the aesthetic (it has a military combat looking feel to it), as well as its functionality. The case opens with a zipper that wraps around the sides and top. When opened, the large flap exposes the stack of foam trays. You don’t need to lift or squeeze anything to access your models. Simply slide your foam out of the bag and “ta-da!”, your army deploys.

Side zipper pockets and front velcro pockets hold all your accessories, tokens, rules, and small rule packets. Inside the case you’ll find the included pluck foam trays. Customize your foam protection by removing the foam pieces to fit the shape of your awkward models. Or, purchase the laser-cut foam from Battle Foam directly. The pluck foam in this bag is super soft, flexible and easy to use.

I find soft pluck-foam trays gentler than stiff laser-cut foam. Even laser-cut foam can rub against painted miniatures over time.

The current foam loadout still puts this firmly in the premium category.

The Jucoci Large Miniatures Transport Case suits painters who prefer magnetic trays. Five adjustable metal trays sit inside its hard plastic shell, giving infantry, tall models, and vehicles room without custom foam compartments.

The catch is setup. You need magnets under the bases, and the case itself requires assembly. Once that work is done, changing an army layout is much easier than cutting new pluck foam. I use a magnetic transport system for the same basic reason: the models stay visible and the shelving can adapt when the collection changes.

This is the magnetic value pick for the broad list. See my dedicated magnetic transport guide for more options.

The oTTRPGo Large Magnetic Carrying Case is the big-army option. It combines adjustable metal trays with a detachable trolley handle and wheels, which matters once a model collection becomes too heavy to carry over one shoulder.

The clear front also lets the case work as a display cabinet at home. Side pockets hold dice, measuring tools, and other gaming gear. The manufacturer describes it as suitable for armies above 3,000 points, though model size is more useful than a point total when judging what will fit.

The oTTRPGo Large Magnetic Carrying Case handles the large-army role in this list. It costs more than the Jucoci case and adds wheels for moving a heavier collection.

What About the Citadel Battle and Crusade Cases?

The Citadel Battle and Crusade cases are still worth discussing because I have used them and still like the zig-zag foam. Of all the choices on the old list, I would likely get the Crusade Case for my own Warhammer 40k needs. It can carry 2,000 points of Necrons, or two Land Raiders and several units of Primaris Marines. It’ll do it all.

These cases are now difficult to find through reliable first-party channels, so I no longer count them among the current ten. If you already own one or find a complete used case in good condition, my hands-on Citadel case review still applies.

Wheeled cases deserve special attention when a large collection must pass through airports, train stations, or other public spaces.

A large collection becomes heavy inside one carrying case. Wheels make that load easier to move while adding cost and bulk. The oTTRPGo Large Magnetic Carrying Case is the current wheeled option in this list.

Painted miniatures are fragile. If you’re a tabletop wargamer using painted gaming miniatures, then you’re already trying to find solutions for safe transport and storage. A good case protects more than the models. It protects the hours of patient work already sitting on their bases and makes bringing that work to the table feel routine and secure. Good luck in your search!