I don't know what hatchbox is but I will look it up. I use this brand because it comes on reusable spools so I can just buy reloads when I need it and also it is RFID chipped so I just put it in there and it auto loads and the machine knows exactly what it is, material and color wise. Streamlines the process. I never have to configure anything. I got into the whole keeping the filament dry routine right off the bat since I am going to be moving to TX where it is very humid. The AMS unit has Desiccant pods internally and I also made more that fit into the empty spaces in the unit. I also print out spool cores that hold more desiccant and the AMS unit is nearly airtight so the humidity level stays very low in there. I have hygrometers inside and outside the AMS unit to monitor the humidity level. Outside the unit right now is 41% and inside is 20%. When I am storing the spools I use the vacuum bags you're talking about and I have the spool cores full of desiccant in them.