Duffel bags are one of the best inventions in the world of travel gear. They are extremely versatile and in some cases are preferred over other gear that should be better suited for the job but somehow isn’t.

We’ve compiled a list of 10 duffel bags that we believe are the best for each in their price range. They range all the way from inexpensive last minute duffels you can purchase, use one time and forget about after the fact up to some extremely pricey ones that you expect to have a lot of functionality and stand the test of time. We hope you agree with us on most of this list and if you don’t then no worries, we would love to hear your feedback in the comments below!

Duffel Bag	Dimensions	Weight (lbs)	Best Use	Price	Rating
Silverhooks Travel Cheer	11"H 22"L 10"W	1	Gym Travel Sports Carryon	$	8.3
Samsonite Tote-A-Ton	17"H 32.5"L 11.5"W	1.5	Travel Sports	$	8.5
Under Armour Storm Undeniable II	13"H 25"L 11"W	1.2	Travel Gym School	$$	9.5
Adidas Team Issue	13.5"H 26"L 12.5"W	1.3	School Travel Gym	$$	9.3
Herschel Supply Co. Novel	11.5"H 20.5"L 11"W	1.5	Work Travel Carryon	$$$	9
Witzman Vintage Canvas	21"H 13"L 7.5"W	2.5	School Work Travel Carryon	$$$	9.9
Eagle Creek No Matter What	15"H 36"L 14"W	4	Travel	$$$$	9.3
Cenzo Vecchio	11"H 21"L 10"W	4.5	Travel Work Carryon	$$$$	9.7
Michael Kors Jet Set	13"H 23"L 9"W	4.3	Travel Carryon	$$$$$	9.2
Tumi Voyageur Durban	12.5"H 26"L 9"W	2.3	Travel Carryon Work School	$$$$$	9.8

 Silverhooks Travel Cheer Duffel

This travel cheer duffel bag is designed by Silverhooks. They surprisingly have this duffel bag in 44 different colors to choose from; and it doesn’t hurt that it’s the cheapest duffel bag on this list.

This Silverhooks duffel bag is made of 600 denier polyester providing it modest durability while also keeping it extremely lightweight at only 1 pound. For those that have certain preferences on where products are made, this is imported.

Other features of this duffel bag include a shoulder strap, carry handles that are able to be snapped together in place for easy carrying and an external zippered pocket to aid you in your organization.

This bag is machine washable but is not waterproof; however, it dries fairly quickly. It’s ideal for use at the gym, as a carry-on, maybe a short road trip or perhaps to store some sports equipment and/or balls. If you need an inexpensive duffel bag quickly then look no further than this Silverhooks travel cheer duffel bag.

Dimensions: 11”H x 22”L x 10”W

Weight: 1 lb

Best Use: Gym, short road trips, sports gear, carry-on

Samsonite Tote-A-Ton Duffel

This is the Tote-A-Ton duffel bag by Samsonite. This particular duffel bag offered by Samsonite comes in 4 different colors for you to choose from, turquoise, black, purple and red. It is made from 400 denier nylon.

This lightweight duffel bag is hand washable; however, we don’t suggest washing it in the washing machine. It also provides us with a small sense of organization as it provides a zippered pocket on the inside of the duffel which can be used for smaller items like your phone, charger, wallet etc.

This is a big duffel bag. It holds as much as some car trunks as it has over 6000 cubic inches of space and did we mention it is durable. It’s tough enough to hold 50 pounds worth of gear regularly. Unfortunately with this large size comes the downside that it cannot be used as a carry on duffel bag.

This duffel bag does not come with a built in lock or anything but you can use a TSA lock with the zippers if you’d like, either using something like a pad-lock or a key-lock.

This duffel bag is ideal for traveling if you plan on taking lots of clothes with you or if you need to bring some gear along. It’s also great for sports equipment and gear.

Dimensions: 17”H x 32.5”L x 11.5”W

Weight: 1.5 lbs

Best Use: Travel, sports equipment

Under Armour Storm Undeniable II

This is the Storm Undeniable II duffel bag by Under Armour. A company that needs no introduction but we’ll give them one anyways. This Under Armour duffel bag is offered in 9 different colors for you to choose from and is made with 100% polyester.

The name of the duffel bag, Storm Undeniable, is fitting as it’s built with their UA Storm technology which is built to battle the elements and has an extremely water-resistant finish. It also boasts a tough and abrasion resistant sides and bottom.

The outside of the bag has a large front zippered pocket  as well as two side pockets, one on each side, to provide excellent organization for a duffel bag. Under Armour also included an adjustable padded shoulder strap as well as a padded top grab handle to give you total comfort for whenever you need to tow this bag around.

This bag is not machine washable so unfortunately you will have to clean by hand if you want to keep your duffel bag looking like new. This duffel bag is ideal for a short weekend trip, going to the gym or to take stuff with you to school.

Dimenions: 13”H x 25”L x 11”W

Weight: 1.2 lbs

Best Use: Short weekend trip, gym, school

Adidas Team Issue Duffel

Again we have another company that needs no introduction, however, we’ll give one anyways. This is the Adidas Team Issue duffel bag. The Adidas duffel bag comes in a number of sizes for you to choose from: small, medium or large. We are covering the medium size for this article.

Adidas also offers a number of styles for you to choose from, 14 in total! These duffel bags are made of 100% polyester which makes them strong, durable and very lightweight. If you have any problems with them then don’t worry, Adidas offers this Team Issue duffel bag with a lifetime warranty.

The exterior of the duffel bag has 3 outside zippered pockets, one on the front and one on both ends to provide a clear sense of organization for your gear. If you happen to get any of your gear dirty or wet, you can put it in the pocket that is PAK ventilated and keeps it separate from the other contents of your duffel bag.

Adidas included an adjustable and removable padded shoulder strap to help you carry your duffel bag around if you get tired of carrying it by the handles. They also have what they call their hydroshield which gives the bag a water resistant bottom to protect your stuff from water seeping into the bottom.

This duffel is ideal for the gym as you will be using that ventilated pocket I’m sure. It’s also great for school and to travel with, although if you fully pack the duffel bag you won’t be able to use it as a carry-on.

Dimensions: 13.5”H x 26”L x 12.5”W

Weight: 1.3 lbs

Best Use: School, travel, gym

Herschel Supply Co. Novel

This is the Novel duffel bag by Herschel Supply Co. I’ve done a previous review of Herschel Supply Co and they are a great company with some fascinating products. This duffel bag is no exception.

This Herschel Supply duffel bag is offered in numerous colors. In fact your toughest decision may be deciding what color to get instead of whether or not to buy. This Novel duffel bag has 28 color variations and all of them look great!

The Novel duffel bag is made of polyester which makes it very lightweight but also gives it some durability so you can be a little rough with it.

Outside we’ll find dual top carry handles as well as a removable padded shoulder strap to provide your hands some relief when you get tired of holding this duffel.

The best feature of this duffel is actually on the bottom of and separate from the main compartment. It actually has its own little shoe holder built right into the side of the duffel bag. This makes it great for keeping everything organized and the main compartment even that much cleaner.

Speaking of clean, you’ll want to make sure you wipe this bag with a damp cloth only and don’t use any soap and definitely don’t machine wash. Inside you’ll find one interior slip pocket so there won’t be many different surface areas you’ll have to worry about.

This duffel bag is a little bit more classy in the sense you won’t be using it for the gym or sports and probably are not going to need to carry around a pair of shoes to class but it’s perfect for work as well as traveling, especially as a carry-on duffel bag.

Dimensions: 11.5”H x 20.5”L x 11”W

Weight: 1.5 lbs

Best Use: Work, travel, carry-on

Witzman Men’s Vintage Canvas Duffel

This is the Witzman men’s vintage canvas duffel bag and it is by far my favorite duffel bag. What makes it even better is that it’s extremely affordable and looks like it should cost 3 or 4 times what you actually pay for it.

The Witzman duffel bag is offered in 2 different sizes and 4 different colors. We’ll be reviewing my favorite, the larger 21 inch black duffel bag. It is made of a premium cotton canvas and PU leather.

This duffel bag is all about functionality and style. This vintage canvas duffel has two front zipper pockets, a side pocket, as well as, a laptop computer window for laptops 12 to 16 inches in size and a couple additional smaller pockets. Talk about organization!

But aside from that the real beauty of this duffel bag lies in its versatility in how you get around with it. This duffel bag has 3 different ways to carry it. First you have the top handle that has a nice leather grip.

Second, you have an adjustable and removable shoulder strap which is able to be hidden away by a zippered pocket.

Finally, this duffel bag has hidden shoulder straps so you can use it like a backpack! The best feature of it is that you are able to hide them away behind a rolled down locked away backing so you won’t know they’re there unless you pull them out!

Oddly enough this duffel bag is easy to clean as well since you are able to machine wash this bag in cold water separately from other items so there is no staining and then simply hang to dry!

The Witzman is perfect for school, work, and especially travel as you can use it as a carry-on also. Honestly you should take this bag with you at all times, it just looks that cool!

Dimensions: 21”H x 13”L x 7.5”W

Weight: 2.5 lbs

Best Use: School, work, travel, carry-on

Eagle Creek No Matter What Rolling Duffel

This is the No Matter What rolling duffel bag by Eagle Creek. This duffel bag steps the game up in terms of price and has a couple of great features to back it up.

Firstly this duffel bag comes with a few color choices to pick from. You have firebrick, state blue, black, red clay and cobalt.

It is made with a fabric that is actually called Bi-Tech, which makes it extra durable and provides excellent protection against the elements with its water proofing and abrasion resistance. It also provides this duffel a high strength to weight ratio.

The exterior provides us with two sturdy, oversized wheels that give you another option on how you want to carry your gear around. There is also a removable and adjustable padded shoulder strap and two carrying handles that are able to be buttoned together.

This bag is made for travelers and definitely those who plan on putting it through the trials. That’s why Eagle Creek made sure to build this duffel with compression straps, heavy duty d-rings and strong reinforced webbing on the straps so that nothing starts to come undone while you’re out exploring.

This bag is great for those who are looking to go on adventures, the travelers out there that aren’t afraid to get their hands dirty.

Dimensions: 15”H x 36”L x 14”W

Weight: 4 lbs

Best use: Travel

Cenzo Vecchio Duffle

This is the Cenzo Vecchio duffle bag. It is an Italian leather duffel bag that aims to please and it does just that. Now this duffel bag will set you back a little but it’s a highly rated duffel and one that simply deserves to be on this list.

The Cenzo duffel bag is made with full grain calfskin leather. Full grain is the best of the best and on top of that, it’s soft leather as well, so it feels great. It only gets better as it ages! Inside of the duffel you’ll find cotton duck canvas lining to top it off.

There are no pockets with this duffel bag as it’s truly that just a duffel bag but it looks fantastic and will last you for years. It comes with a detachable shoulder strap that is adjustable and two carry handles as well.

The bottom of the duffel has metal studs in it which helps protect the bottom of the Cenzo duffel bag so it doesn’t get scratches from pavement or start getting soaked from water on the ground.

This duffel is ideal for those looking to travel as well as to show off at work. It doesn’t hurt that it’s able to be used as a carry-on also. Trust me if you bought this duffel, you’d be showing it off all the time. As a quick note, let it air out for 24 hours after you receive it and it’ll be perfect!

Dimensions: 11”H x 21”L x 10”W

Weight: 4.5 lbs

Best use: Travel, work, carry-on

Michael Kors Jet Set Duffel

This is the Jet Set duffel bag by Michael Kors. It is easily one of the most recognizable brands on this list and demands a pretty penny. This particular piece of gear by Michael Kors comes in three colors to choose from; black, brown and white.

The duffel is made from hard-wearing PVC which allows it to last for years on the road. While you’re on the road I’m sure you’ll want some organization also which the Michael Kors duffel bag provides in the form of multiple interior pockets.

The exterior of the Jet Set duffel is free of any distraction and simply is covered in the recognizable Michael Kors pattern. It also has top handles and an optional shoulder strap in case you get tired of carrying it around.

Want to travel in style and have a sense of pride, then look no further. Ideal for both men and women, this Michael Kors duffel is perfect for traveling and works as a carry-on as well.

Dimensions: 13”H x 23”L x 9”W

Weight: 4.3 lbs

Best use: Travel, carry-on

Tumi Voyageur Durban Expandable Duffel

Here we have it, the big boy on this list. Although this is not the most expensive duffel bag out there, not even remotely close, it’s still quite pricey and the most expensive for this list. It’s the Tumi Voyageur Durban duffel bag.

The Tumi duffel bag comes in just the one color and is made from nylon and has a synthetic lining which makes it durable and lightweight.

With a hefty price tag you would expect some decent functionality out of this duffel and that’s exactly what you get. This is an expandable duffel that can provide you with extra storing capacity should you need! Simply zip-out the central compartment.

The duffel also features a removable shoulder strap to go along with the two carry handles, a footed bottom to keep the bottom from getting scratched up and a sleeve on the back to allow you to slip it over rolling luggage as well.

For optimal organization Tumi decided to add to the Voyageur Durban duffel; two interior zippered pockets, four slip pockets and an additional two pockets on the outside.

The Tumi duffel bag is perfect for anyone who loves to travel as it is able to be used as a carry-on or even an additional bag to go under the seat when not expanded. You can also use this for work and for school; although I’m not sure many college students could afford this right now.

If you’re worried it seems a little to feminine then check out this Tumi Alpha Bravo duffel bag that’s just as good for a similar price!

Dimensions: 12.5”H x 26”L x 9”W

Weight: 2.3 lbs

Best use: Travel, carry-on, work, school

Our Criteria for Selecting the Best Duffel Bags

While we were reviewing duffel bags we realized that what’s important and sets one bag apart from another is the functionality and honestly the design and style of the duffel bag. A duffel bag doesn’t have anything really crazy that blows your mind but if it looks great and does one or two things different from everyone else then that’s a change we can get behind.

While pouring through hundreds of duffel bags we realized that there’s no one duffel bag that is perfect for everything, so we decided to include in this list a mixture of the best duffel bags for numerous situations.

We did leave out any bag that was not durable or had quality issues. What’s the point in a great looking duffel or functional duffel if it’s falling apart and coming undone on you? We also made sure to look at the cost of the duffel as not everyone can afford our most expensive duffel on this list nor should they have to. We want to share the love to everyone!

Let us know if there is a great duffel that should be mentioned or added to this list and we will gladly review it and consider it for this list!

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Everyone loves a new set of luggage and that excitement usually dies down after a while, however, you’ll keep falling in love over and over again with these suitcases we have picked out here. If not to play around with the luggage for the sole reason this list his based on *cough spinner wheels cough* then at least because who doesn’t love a stylish and functional suitcase.

We’ve reviewed countless spinner suitcases to come up with the perfect luggage for those that love having extreme mobility while traversing airports and train stations. The spinner luggage below are some of the best that’ll you’ll find for various budgets.

Spinner Suitcase	Dimensions	Weight (lbs)	Warranty	Price	Rating
Lily Bloom "On the Prowl" for Women	29.5”H 18”W 13”D	10	5 year warranty	$$	9.5
Briggs & Riley Baseline	28”H 20”W 11”D	12	“Simple as that” lifetime warranty	$$$$	10
Nicole Miller Jardin Expandable	24”H 16”W 11”D	11	None listed	$$	8.5
Andiamo Elegante Hardside	30”H 20”W 11”D	9	10 year warranty	$$$	9.6
Delsey Paris Chatelet Hardside	28”H 20”W 13”D	9.5	Worldwide Limited 10 year warranty	$$$	9.2
Ricardo Beverly Hills Topanga Canyon	24”H 17”W 11”D	9	10 year warranty	$$	9
American Tourister LiteSPN	25”H 16”W 8”D	7	10 year warranty	$	9.5
Lucas Ultra Lightweight	30”H 18”W 13”D	7	5 year warranty	$$	9.4
IT Luggage MegaLite	28”H 17”W 10”D	5	10 year warranty	$	9.7
Samsonite Winfield2	28”H 20”W 13”D	11.5	5 year warranty	$$	8.8

Lily Bloom ‘On The Prowl’ Spinner for Women

This is the “On the Prowl” spinner suitcase by Lily Bloom. While this piece is amazing, the luggage in general by Lily Bloom is absolutely fantastic and always has a great looking design. Lily Bloom offers similar spinner luggage in a couple other designs. These include the Desert Sierra, Forest, What a Hoot and Wildwoods, all equally impressive in their design.

A neat feature about Lily Bloom that a lot of people may not realize is that each piece is made from a signature fabric that is actually created from recycled plastic bottles. Not only is it stylish but also environmentally friendly!

Lily Blooms durability with its luggage has been tested time and time again and they can definitely hold their own. When we tested this suitcase out the fabric exterior held up extremely well considered it’s made of recycled plastic.

The luggage also utilizes reinforced handle poles so that they are durable and provide extra strength for those numerous trips. It also does a great job at protecting your spinner wheels so that they do not break. Lily Bloom suitcases are very well designed to stand the test of time. If that’s not enough for you they also offer a 5 year warranty!

The functionality of the Lily Bloom luggage is top notch. While it doesn’t have all of the bells and whistles, what it does, it gets right. For example, we’re always trying to avoid airline fees right, so Lily Bloom makes sure to make their suitcase with a lightweight construction.

Lily Bloom also obviously includes spinner wheels (which perform fantastically) as this post is titled “Best Spinner Luggage”, ergonomic handles for when you’re pushing or pulling your luggage along, expandable capability to increase your load from 100 liters to  112 liters and excellent organization with its 3 interior pockets and two exterior ones.

Dimensions: 29.5”H x 18”W x 13”D

Weight: 10 lbs

Warranty: 5 year warranty

Briggs & Riley Baseline Large Expandable Spinner

This is the Baseline Large Expandable Spinner by Briggs & Riley. This one is pretty tame with its design and color selection but design plays a very small role in the over factoring of best spinner luggage.

The Briggs & Riley Baseline is aptly name as the colors are very much a baseline. They include black, navy and olive. The suitcase itself is constructed of 95% nylon, 3% aluminum and 2% rubber and in case it matters to you, it is imported.

When it comes to durability it doesn’t get much better than Briggs & Riley. To go back to the material used in the construction of this excellent spinner luggage, the Baseline is made with ballistic nylon which is perfect for resisting abrasions, dirt and moisture.

The best warranty offered in the industry in my opinion comes from B&R. They offer the, SIMPLE AS THAT WARRANTY, which is a lifetime warranty.

You don’t have to be the original owner, have a receipt or even explain what happened; you simply have to pay for the shipping to the repair shop. It really is a lifetime warranty that is unbeatable. They even cover airline damage.

While the price tag is up there, it’s worth it in my opinion if you are even considering spending half of that on another product because the bag is basically guaranteed forever and you’ll never have any worries.

The functionality of Briggs & Riley is nothing to look past either. Obviously it comes with the spinner wheels for effortless navigation and some other basic features such as garment securing panels an exterior zippered pocket and exterior SpeedThru pocket for quick access to documents at security checkpoints. But it also offers a few neat features you don’t see in other luggage.

It comes with a garment suiter that holds 1-2 suits and prevents wrinkling with its foam roll bar, an outsider handle for wrinkle-free flat packing which helps with interior capacity and if you needed more room it also has a CX expansion-compression system. This system increases capacity by 26% and is easily compressed with a push of a button!

Although it’s a little of the heavy side and the price tag is a little high, it’s absolutely top notch quality that will last you, well, forever!

Dimensions: 28”H x 20”W x 11”D

Weight: 12 lbs

Warranty: “Simple as that” lifetime warranty

Nicole Miller Jardin Expandable Spinner

This is the Jardin 24” Spinner by Nicole Miller. The Jardin is made for those that are seeking an eloquent style while still getting some decent functionality. The Nicole Miller spinner comes in two variations, black and mauve which is basically a fancy word for purple.

The Jardin screams sophistication as it’s made with luxurious tweed prints and accented with gold colored zippers and handle.

The durability of the Jardin expandable has done well during my first run through with the piece of luggage. We took it on a short 3 day roundtrip flight. I was surprised to find that it did not have any scuffs or scratches and it held up very well.

The zippers are doing a great job as well as the retractable handle. Overall I’m thoroughly impressed. The only concern is that I was unable to find any warranty listed anywhere. Luckily the price tag isn’t bad at all.

The Nicole Miller Jardin’s functionality is nothing to brag about but it does a fine job. It comes with those 360 degree spinner wheels that everyone loves, telescoping push button handles, lots of pockets to store additional items, is extremely well balanced and of course it is expandable.

Dimensions: 24”H x 16”W x 11”D

Weight: 11 lbs

Warranty: None listed

Andiamo Elegante Hardside Spinner

This is the Andiamo Elegante Spinner. Andiamo is an Italian company that specializes in luggage and Andiamo translates to “Let’s go”, very fitting!

The Andiamo Elegante luggage comes in a couple of colors, black pearl, gold and quartz. My favorite is bar far the black pearl, who wouldn’t love saying that name.

The design of the Elegante is unique in that it’s created with groove all along its exterior. It’s made outer shell is made of 100% polycarbonate and an alloy metalized finish.

The durability of a spinner suitcase like this is pretty impressive with the tough hardside polycarbonate body. Its aluminum magnesium frame doesn’t hurt either, making it very lightweight and strong while providing that sleek profile everyone desires.

The wheels are well made with double spinners for each corner which provide an effortless glide and the handle of the Elegante is quite durable as well. If for any reason you have any issues with your gear coming undone, which I highly doubt, then Andiamo also offers a 10 year warranty for your peace of mind!

The Andiamo Elegante has some standard functionality that you would expect in travel gear especially for one in this price range.

There is an integrated TSA approved lock to provide exceptional security for your luggage while traveling, 8 wheel spinner system which gives you superb mobility, a recessed dual locking and unlocking extendable handle which go along great with the top and side streamlined handles.

Dimensions: 30”H x 20”W x 11”D

Weight: 9 lbs

Warranty: 10 year warranty

Delsey Paris Chatelet Hardside Spinner

The Chatelet by Delsey Paris is a beautiful piece of luggage made by one of the best luggage makers in the business. Delsey Paris produces great travel gear and the Chatelet is no exception.

Delsey offers the Chatelet in a few color options but “Champagne” is definitely my favorite. But I promise you this Delsey Paris spinner, regardless of what style you go with, will get you many compliments.

The durability of the Chatelet is excellent as it is constructed with 100% polycarbonate which makes it not only lightweight but very durable with its hard shell.

The wheels are excellently made and glide very well which is what you would expect with a piece of spinner luggage. Also if you’re a little too rough with your Delsey Chatelet then don’t worry as they offer a fantastic 10 year warranty!

This Chatelet offers some unique features that I’ve never seen in a suitcase before. My favorite by far is the brake system. You can simply press a button and it will lock the two front wheels so you can even leave it on a ramp without worrying about it rolling away.

There is also a recessed TSA approved lock that uses a 3 digit combo, compression straps for your clothes inside the suitcase and a zippered mesh divider on the other side of the suitcase. Finally two interior bags and a hanger are included to provide you with optimal organization.

Dimensions: 28”H x 20”W x 13”D

Weight: 9.5 lbs

Warranty: Worldwide Limited 10 year warranty

Ricardo Beverly Hills Topanga Canyon Spinner

With one of the longer names on this list the Ricardo Beverly Hills Topanga Canyon is one of our more budget friendly options yet still has impeccable style!

The Ricardo suitcase comes in two simple options white and black and they sure do look great. It is made of polypropylene which gives it a beautiful hard shell exterior while also keeping it lightweight and durable. Also, should it matter, this suitcase is imported.

The Topanga Canyon Spinner is an excellent buy for the money because of a number of reasons. The durability on the Ricardo expandable luggage is amazing as it has been thrown down a flight of stairs (not on purpose) and survived without a scratch, the handle is sturdy and the wheels do a fantastic job on all different types of terrain.

If that isn’t enough for you then you can rest easy knowing that the Ricardo Beverly Hills Spinner comes with a 10 year warranty! To get that at this price is unbelievable!

The features on the Ricardo include a number of mainstays that include: duel spinner wheels to provide exceptional smooth rolling in any direction and sleek and comfortable handles while you’re pushing or pulling your luggage along.

It has a pull handle that can lock and adjusts to different heights to accommodate most everyone, interior organization with zippered and mesh compartments to keep your luggage neat and of course it is expandable. Finally a little neat addition is the elastic storage pouches for packing your shoes separately from your clothes!

Dimensions: 24”H x 17”W x 11”D

Weight: 9 lbs

Warranty: 10 year warranty

American Tourister LiteSPN Spinner

The American Tourister LiteSPN is probably the best purchase you could make if you are looking for cheap spinner luggage. The price tag on this is always low and the style of the rolling luggage is excellent.

American Tourister offers this spinner bag in a grey and green combo that is unique from a lot of other boring luggage. One of the best styling decisions with this piece of luggage are the wheels as they are colored green and look amazing.

The LiteSPN luggage is made of a durable polyester fabric that provides exceptional protection while also keeping it very very lightweight at only 7 lbs. Of course the whole reason of buying spinner luggage is to do awesome 360 degree rotations with your luggage right? Well you’ll be glad to know that the wheels feel very sturdy and well-made and I don’t foresee any problems with them.

Obviously if you’ve checked the price by now you understand that for this inexpensive luggage you aren’t going to get all of the greatest bells and whistles but it’s an excellent suitcase for someone who doesn’t need all that and is on a budget.

The American Tourister LiteSPN comes with the obvious 4 spinner wheels, and compression straps on the inside to keep luggage organized.

It has a push button locking handle and handles both on the top and side that are integrated into the suitcase. It is also expandable to provide you with extra storing capacity! Plus it doesn’t hurt that it comes with free shipping from Samsonite!

Dimensions: 25”H x 16”W x 8”D

Weight: 7 lbs

Warranty: 10 year warranty

Lucas Ultra Lightweight Spinner

Lucas luggage isn’t an extremely well-known brand but they offer a quality bag at a reasonable price. Their designs are a little different as well which will make your suitcase stand out when rolling around the carousel at the airport.

The Lucas Ultra Lightweight Spinner comes in 3 different color options for you, black, lavender and royal blue. What’s different about these suitcases is the actually the exterior. The front face of the suitcase is basically wrapped in a flexible fabric which gives a distinctive look!

The durability with this luggage is impeccable. The fact that it is ultra lightweight luggage doesn’t hurt. It also helps with airline fees!

The handles are made of aircraft grade aluminum which also makes them extremely lightweight and able to absorb a lot of shock, it has great strength and durability.

The wheels, the most important part, are excellently made with lightweight yes sturdy 100% PU material which helps withstand long term wear. If that’s not enough, they also include a 5 year manufacturer’s warranty!

The Lucas comes with the fantastic 360 degree spinner wheels and work very well over a variety of surfaces, the handles are built ergonomically so that they will be comfortable to use and not hurt your hand and it’s also expandable for extra capacity to pack more of your clothing or souvenirs!

The fully lined interior has excellent organization with multiple pocks and you also have two more additional zippered pockets on the outside. And did we mention it’s extremely lightweight!

Dimensions: 30”H x 18”W x 13”D

Weight: 7 lbs

Warranty: 5 year warranty

IT Luggage MegaLite Spinner

Another piece of affordable spinner luggage on our list the IT Luggage MegaLite is an exceptional full size spinner suitcase for a very reasonable price.

The MegaLite spinner comes in a number of color options as well which is always nice to mix it up and have variety. You have your choice between, blue ashes, black, baton rouge, blue grotto, fiery red and flint gray.

IT Luggage carefully took into consideration the materials they would use to ensure durability, strength and lightness. It shows as their bag is made of high density polyester that makes the bag weigh only 5 pounds!

The wheels also hold up very well even when travelling internationally and the handles and extendable handle are all reinforced to last you for many trips to come. Not to mention they are tested for comfort!

For an exceptional spinner at this price you can imagine that the features will be pretty basic and they are. There’s nothing wrong with it, you just get what you pay for. The MegaLite luggage comes with the 4 wheels that makes the suitcase glide effortlessly and are extremely quiet.

When you’re not busy having fun rolling your luggage all over the airport or train station then you can easily tuck your extendable handle away with a single push of a button.

There are two exterior zippered pockets to provide you with some simple organization and the interior features compression traps and a zippered mesh pocket on the lid side.

Finally the bag is expandable in the front to provide a little extra storing capacity in case you pick up some items you want to bring home but would otherwise have no room for.

Dimensions: 28”H x 17”W x 10”D

Weight: 5 lbs

Warranty: 10 year warranty

Samsonite Winfield2 Spinner

We round off this best spinner luggage list with a staple from one of the most well-known luggage companies around, Samsonite. This is the Samsonite Winfield2 and is quite a looker.

I have to say I love the design of the exterior and particularly the charcoal color but you can also choose from orange, purple, deep blue, black, burgundy, dark blue, dark grey, deep orange and deep purple.

As I’m sure you can tell this is a hard shell spinner that is made of 100% polycarbonate which makes it not only durable but also lightweight. It’s made to absorb impacts by flexing with the pressure applied to it, then popping right back to its original shape.

The wheels are excellently made as well which provides you with a sense of comfort that they won’t fall off during your journey. The handles also are well made especially the extendable handle as it was very comfortable to use while moving through the airport.

Now while this all sounds great, accidents do happen and honestly hard shell suitcases scare me even when they are designed flawlessly. That’s why you can rest easier knowing Samsonite offers a warranty on its luggage.

The features that come with a Samsonite suitcase are typically better than your average joe suitcase and this Winfield2 is no exception. The Winfield2 suitcase, to start, comes with a TSA approved lock that is mounted on the side of the bag right above the handle.

It is also expandable to provide you with extra storing capacity. And with that extra capacity you will want to make sure you organize efficiently and you’re able to do that with the compression straps and double mesh pockets that both are zippered on the lid interior.

Finally it comes with oversized zippers which help you get a good grip and also 4 spinner wheels that are perfect for multi-directional mobility.

Dimensions: 28”H x 20”W x 13”D

Weight: 11.5 lbs

Warranty: 10 year warranty

What Goes Into Our Decision For This List

There are a couple of factors that always goes into deciding what makes a list. These are style, durability and functionality. These are a staple, however, when a list is built specifically for spinner luggage you have to also look more closely at the actual spinner wheels and we also want to see a warranty in case you run into any issues with your luggage. If you’re worried about checking your luggage, check out our picks for great carry-on suitcases!

The style of a suitcase is always important even if others say it’s not because nobody wants to lug around an ugly piece of luggage. We want something that looks great and stands out or at the very least looks sophisticated or clean with solid colors. It’s also important to take a look into the material the suitcases are made out of.

Quite possibly the most important aspect of any product review has to be the durability of the item, how long it will last. Because what’s the point in even considering a product if it constantly breaks or has a history of issues. For this list we looked over the construction of the suitcase, how sturdy the handles are, the durability of the spinner wheels and of course if there is a warranty present.

Functionality is what sells, you don’t look at two suitcases and say “I want the bag that I have to carry everywhere over the spinner suitcase” so we made sure to look at all the features of each piece of luggage. While this is a best of list, we would like to see uniqueness in each piece of gear and we do in some, but a lot of these suitcases come with features that have come to be known as standard so any uniqueness plays a big part in our decision. Of course price will have a role to play in this as well.

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Trying to find the best carry-on luggage for your next trip? We’ve spent countless hours looking for both hard shell and fabric carry-on suitcases that match everyone’s budget. We have a list of 9 carry-on bags that are categorized by their costs. The carry-ons are separated into sections that include: budget ($), mid-priced ($$), high end ($$$) and luxury ($$$$). We have 2 carry-ons for each section, one hard shell and one fabric. The 9^th bag is a bonus on the list displaying the technological advancement we are making with carry-on luggage and luggage in general. Once you’ve decided on your carry-on bag, check out our list for top spinner luggage as well.

Carry-On Luggage	External Dimensions	Weight (lbs)	Lock	Price	Rating
Traveler's Choice Beverly Hills Country Club Frankfort	22”H 14.25”W 9.5” (+2”)D	7.5	No, but lockable	$	9.3
Kenneth Cole Reaction Out of Bounds	20”H (22” w/wheels) 13”W 8.5”D	7	No	$	8.8
Samsonite Aspire Xlite	20.5”H (22.75” w/ wheels) 13.5”W 9”D	9	No	$$	9.2
Delsey Helium Shadow	21”H (22.5” w/ wheels) 14.5”W 10”D	8	Yes, TSA Approved	$$	9.8
Tumi Alpha Bravo Kirtland Continental	22”H 16”W 9”(+2”)D	9.5	Yes, TSA Approved	$$$	10
Bric's Bellagio	21”H 14”W 8”D	10	Yes, TSA Approved	$$$	9.9
Bric's Life Pelle Pilot	20”H 15”W 9”D	10	Yes, TSA Approved	$$$$	9.5
Hartmann 7r Master	17”H 15.3”W 9”D	7	Yes	$$$$	9.1
SMART Executive Digital	21.3”H 13”W 8.7”D	6	Yes, TSA Approved	$$$	9.8

Budget Carry-on Luggage

Kenneth Cole Reaction Out of Bounds

The Kenneth Cole Reaction Out of Bounds carry-on makes its claim for the best hard shell budget carry-on. Now I’ll state the obvious, this carry-on isn’t the best thing to look at even though it’s offered in a number of colors but it’s extremely durable and has excellent interior design to compartmentalize and pack tightly.

This budget hard shell carry-on is made of 95% abs plastic making it extremely durable. It stood up to our tests and we didn’t see any scratches or imperfections after our test. It doesn’t hurt that it includes molded reinforced corners for impact resistance. You might think something of this durability would be heavy but the opposite is true; the construction of this carry-on is built to be light weight as it should be.

The inside of this carry-on has some great designs. It is extremely roomy and comes with a fully lined interior with zippered pockets and restraints to hold your clothes in place. The inside of the lid features a u-shaped zippered pocket that basically treats the lid like a carry-on within a carry-on and allows you to pack as much as you can without worry of it going anywhere since it is zippered, a very neat feature.

The top and side handles of the carry-on are flexible and provide easy lift and it also comes with the crowd favorite, four wheels. Although, it did seem that the wheels were a little stiff, perhaps that will get better with more use. The Kenneth Cole Reaction carry-on comes with a retractable locking handle system which has become standard on any upright.

Dimensions: 20”H (22” w/wheels) x 13”W x 8.5”D

Weight: 7 lbs

Lock: No

Travelers Choice Beverly Hills Country Club Frankfort Carry-on

As far as budget carry-ons go, this Travelers Choice carry-on is one of the best and actually gets our approval as the best buy. Not only does it have a great looking exterior design that stands out from the other black luggage on the carousel but it’s very functional for a budget carry-on.

Aside from the nice design, this Travelers Choice carry-on has an aluminum retractable handle with a multi-stage locking mechanism. I’ll say the handle didn’t feel that sturdy but it got the job done. It’s great for getting through the airport with its 4 free spinning wheels which allows for movement in any direction. I personally like to act like I’m juking out the other passengers as I make my way to the terminal.

One of the roomiest carry-ons on this list, it comes with the ability to expand which increases its packing capacity by 25%!! I was able to pack another day or two worth of clothes in here depending on how thick the clothing was, once it was expanded. To name some other features, this Travelers Choice comes with an assortment of interior pockets, one padded pouch for your smart phone, one for a tablet and another for accessories. There is an exterior zippered pocket for those papers and documents you need last minute while going through security. There are comfortable top and side grip handles to provide you with easy lifting and they are reinforced so they felt pretty sturdy. There is a multi-purpose center divider inside the suitcase and tie down straps that help keep your clothes from shifting around during your travel.

And if you’re worried about this best budget carry-on having a soft exterior then don’t fear; Travelers Choice provides a 3-Year manufacturer’s warranty on your luggage. Find out more about this budget carry-on.

Dimensions: 22”H x 14.25”W x 9.5” (+2”)D

Weight: 7.5 lbs

Lock: No, but lockable

Mid-Priced Carry-on Luggage

Delsey Helium Shadow

When it comes to mid-priced luggage the Delsey Helium Shadow is one of the best pieces of carry-on luggage you could own and is our Top Choice for your next carry-on. It doesn’t have much in the way of style but where it lacks in style it makes up for with functionality.

This Delsey carry-on bag basically looks like a giant brick. It’s not flashy and it certainly doesn’t turn any heads. It is also only offered in black or silver so there’s not much choice in that regards. However, its features are pretty great.

This is a hard shell carry-on bag that is made with 100% polycarbonate which is built to be extremely durable and lightweight. Polycarbonate is known for being highly impact resistant and it also has a textured finish which helps prevent the carry-on from getting scratched.

The Delsey Helium Shadow carry-on bag offers quite a bit of space. The main compartment expands allowing you to increase how much you want to take with you on your trip. Its unique feature that makes it stand out is that you actually load your luggage from the top lid which allows you to pack in tight places or even while your luggage is on a rack.

The contents of your luggage will remain safe as well as the Delsey carry-on comes with a TSA approved locking mechanism which allows agents to inspect your luggage without damaging the lock in any way. Speaking of locks, the Helium Shadow features a dual locking handle as well as four spinner wheels which provide exceptional navigation through the crowded terminals of any airport. If for any reason you need something slightly smaller for the airport, check out the international version here.

Finally if you’re worried about your belongings or the durability of the carry-on itself then don’t be. This is a hard shelled carry-on which will protect your belongings and the carry-on suitcase itself is backed by a 10 year limited warranty!

Dimensions: 21”H (22.5” w/ wheels) x 14.5”W x 10”D

Weight: 8 lbs

Lock: Yes, TSA Approved

Samsonite Aspire Xlite

The Samsonite Aspire Xlite is on the lower end of the price range for our mid-priced category but if you know anything about Samsonite you know they make quality luggage. There is no exception with this Samsonite carry-on bag.

The exterior of the Samsonite upright is extremely attractive and I’m actually a fan of the red version myself. It’s made from 100% polyester so while it is a soft cover carry-on it does lack some of the protection you would receive from a hard shell carry-on!

This Aspire Xlite carry-on from Samsonite comes with everyone’s favorite luggage modification, four multi-directional spinner wheels and they work very well too! We had no trouble when pushing it through the crowds at JAX.

Samsonite’s carry-on’s interior has organization in mind. Not something you see in cheaper bags, this carry-on has a wetpak and mesh pockets to keep everything compartmentalized. The wetpak was a nifty feature that I really enjoyed using. It allowed me to store my toiletries without having to bring a separate toiletries bag. And of course the Aspire Xlite comes with compression straps to hold your clothing down.

The top and side carry handles are nicely padded which provides ample comfort when lifting this upright while it’s fully packed. Samsonite also included an increasingly more common feature, expanded storage to increase your packing capacity.

I have flown with this carry-on on JetBlue without issue but make sure to check your airline’s luggage requirements before purchasing. See what others say about their experience using this as a carry-on.

This carry-on suitcase was great; however, it did seem a tad bit heavy at times. Which is quite odd considering it’s made of polyester. Also the carry-on is not lockable so if you’re worried about your luggage being tampered with then I would look elsewhere but if you’re carrying it on it shouldn’t be a problem.

Dimensions: 20.5”H (22.75” w/ wheels) x 13.5”W x 9”D

Weight: 9 lbs

Lock: No

High End Carry-on Luggage

Bric’s Bellagio

Bric’s is the epitome of designer luggage. This is a brand that anyone who wants to show status turns to. Bric’s is used by a slew of elite socialites and you can join the ranks with this high end yet affordable Bric’s Bellagio carry-on.

This carry-on is a hard shell upright with serious design. It is an extremely impressive looking piece of travel gear and comes with over half a dozen different colors to choose from. The shell itself is flexible yet durable.

The interior of the Bric’s carry-on has an interior double deck zippered compartment meaning it has a zippered compartment stacked on top of another built into the lid allowing you to pack as much as you need in the zippered area without it falling around the bag. There are also compression straps in the other half of the carry-on of course.

A few other features the Bellagio carry-on has are 4 rubber Hinomoto wheels that glide effortlessly over both soft and hard surfaces, water repellent zippers and TSA approved locks.

Just a few final design details, this Bric’s Bellagio is handcrafted and features full-grain Tuscan leather trim belting, again just to emphasize the uniqueness of these uprights.

Dimensions: 21”H x 14”W x 8”D

Weight: 10 lbs

Lock: Yes, TSA Approved

Tumi Alpha Bravo Kirtland Continental

If you have ever seriously researched luggage or owned quite a few pieces in your lifetime then you should be well aware of the awesome brand of luggage gear, Tumi. This Tumi Alpha Bravo Kirtland Continental carry-on is a high end carry-on that certainly shows with its price tag.

The Tumi Kirtland Continental has an interesting style. It’s unlike most soft cover suitcases or carry-ons in the sense that it has grey camo as an option for your color and honestly at first I wasn’t a fan but the more I look it over the more appealing it becomes. It is designed with a ballistic nylon that keeps the weight down but also makes it very durable.

The second thing that stood out to me is the exterior pockets on this carry-on. There are three pockets on the front which allow you to store chargers, papers or other documents that you might need handy while getting your international travel on.

The inside of the Tumi carry-on mimics this as the inside lid also has three divided compartments for efficient organization. There are also compression straps that hold your belongings together so they are not shifted during your travel.

The Tumi Kirtland Continental carry-on is expandable, comes with 4 recessed wheels with wheel skids, a 3 stage telescoping handle and a leather accented top carrying handle that is extremely comfortable to use when you need to actually carry your luggage instead of rolling it.

The Tumi Kirtland also includes a removable lock, an area for personalize with a monogram and even a tracer tag to keep your mind at peace.

One word of advice, make sure you check your airlines carry-on size requirements as some airlines won’t allow this as a carry-on when it is fully expanded.

Dimensions: 22”H x 16”W x 9”(+2”)D

Weight: 9.5 lbs

Lock: Yes, TSA Approved

Luxury Carry-on Luggage

Bric’s Life Pelle Pilot

Once again we come across a piece of Bric’s luggage. This is the Bric’s Life Pelle Pilot. It is a 4 wheeled carry-on that is made of full grain vegetable tanned bovine leather. It comes in one style and that style is awesome, just kidding it’s called Cognac, but still pretty awesome!

The Bric’s carry-on exterior features in-line skate wheels like many of our other carry-ons on this list as well as a luggage tag, lock and a premium leather handle grip on the top for easy carrying.

The interior of the Pelle Pilot carry-on has a zippered compartment inside the main area as well as a removable computer sleeve inside the opening lid.

This is perhaps one of the most expensive pieces of travel gear you can find for the size. It’s a smaller carry-on than the others on this list yet demands such an astronomical amount.

Dimensions:  17”H x 15.3” W x 9”D

Weight: 7 lbs

Lock: Yes

Hartmann 7r Master

This is the Hartmann 7r Master and our pick for best hard shell luxury carry-on bag. This one will set you back a pretty penny but it will surely stand out. It has a unique metal styling that you don’t see anywhere else.

The exterior of this Hartmann carry-on has a virgin aluminum, dual tube pull handle with leather carry handles on the top and side. The 7r Master comes with excellent double spinner wheels to get you where you need to go in style.

Inside you will find the luxury carry-on has a zippered section inside the lid as well as compression straps on the other half for holding down your luggage.

Finally you notice the carry-on has TSA approved lock to keep your belongings secured.

There are no externals compartments and the functionality of this carry-on is fairly minimal but it’s a masculine piece that stands out from the crowd and makes its presence known.

Dimensions: 20”H x 15”W x 9”D

Weight: 10 lbs

Lock: Yes, TSA Approved

Tech Carry-on Luggage

SMART Executive Digital Carry-on

This is the SMART Executive digital carry-on by Numinous London. It’s separate from the rest of this list purely because I wanted to include a type of luggage that is adapting to the digital age.

To start this carry-on features a TSA accepted bio-metric recognition lock, meaning it recognizes your fingerprint! It actually allows you to store up to 100 different fingerprints so you’re able to use both hands or allow a loved one or friend to have access to it as well. It’s great because there’s no need for keys or codes!

This digital carry-on not only thinks about its locking mechanism to keep your belongings safe but it also utilizes puncture resistant zippers which are resistant against pen and tool attacks!

The SMART Executive features a 3500MaH built in charger that provides your electronics a charge while on the go. No longer do you need to scour the airport looking for a place to plug in your dead phone.

Additionally the outside includes a 17 inch padded laptop compartment, four spinner wheels, an ergonomic handle on top and an extendable handle to either push or pull your luggage around with you.

This Executive carry-on is designed for business travelers in mind but that doesn’t mean it’s only for business purposes. Inside we do find a section that’s separated just for files and documents and a separate large compartment for your clothing and shoes as well as compression straps which have become a norm.

Many people when initially looking for smart luggage might find the Bluesmart One which we considered for this list but found too many issues with it to add to the list. It has some nifty features that the SMART Executive does not have but unfortunately they seem to be hit or miss if they work. If you’re interested in the details, take a look at the Bluesmart One here.

Dimensions: 21.3”H x 13”W x 8.7”D

Weight: 6 lbs

Lock: Yes, TSA Approved

What to Look for in Carry-on Luggage

When it comes to looking for the best carry-on luggage there are certain things that you want to pay attention to. I take into consideration quite a bit including the durability, functionality, and even the style of the bag in my decision of whether or not to purchase. If you find the right carry-on you could even consider travelling with only a carry-on bag and forgetting the checked luggage.

Style

The least important of the three but still a contributor to my decision, the styling of the carry-on bag has to have a few qualities I look for. In my decision when purchasing a carry-on bag I want something that has sleek lines and not something that’s bulky or obtrusive. This not only looks more streamlined but also helps when trying to fit into the cages that size your luggage or when trying to stuff it into an overhead bin. I like options when it comes to color as well as sometimes I want something other than black. Don’t get me wrong the majority of my luggage is a sleek, crisp looking checkered black but occasionally some color looks good as well. Now while we all want to look our best, this can sometimes extend to your luggage as well but again this is the least important factor. Style maybe accounts for 10% of the overall ranking and doesn’t have a lot of weight on my overall decision of what carry-on bags to include in this list.

Functionality

Functionality is a huge contributor in my decision on what to include in this list. It accounts for 40% of the overall ranking. When it comes to functionality I’m looking for the bag to have something interesting or unique to add in addition to the most basic features that we have come to expect with our carry-on luggage. Now this may be easier said than done for the more expensive carry-on suitcases but even the simplest features on a cheaper carry-on suitcase to help improve my time traveling is what I’m looking for. Traveling can be stressful enough as it is, that’s why I’m always looking for something to improve my experience. Some things I look for are I want there to be compression straps, an extendable handle and a clear sense of organization inside the luggage in addition to its unique features. I also make sure that each of these features work as intended, especially the wheels. To go strolling through the airport only to have a wheel fall off is miserable, especially if you’re in a huge rush at a big airport like JFK for example.

Durability

The most important aspect when it comes to luggage in my mind is its durability and it accounts for 50% of my decision on what to include in this list. What’s the point in having a great looking carry-on with neat features if it doesn’t last you more than a few trips or a few months. When looking at durability, I take into consideration how the exterior holds up to rough handling like you would expect at an airport. I examine how the handles fair through various scenarios and rough housing. I expect the wheels to deal with pavement, cement, carpet and even gravel and if it’s not up to the task for any of those then it doesn’t make the list. Because if you can’t roll the damn thing, then there’s no point in considering the other aspects of the carry-on bag. Along with this one should also consider not just the durability of your carry-on but even the items inside. If you’ve had trouble with lost luggage or missing items in your suitcase before, consider looking for a carry-on that has some sort of locking mechanism or ability to lock, just make sure it’s TSA compliant.

Maximum Carry-on Size

Each airline is going to be a little bit different in their requirements for your carry-on. With most airlines as a general rule of thumb, you can get away with carry-on luggage that is 22″ x 9″ x 14″. Again this will vary from airline to airline and you might have to end up checking that luggage or have room to spare but it’s always best to check ahead so you’re not surprised at the gate with an extra change for having to check your luggage on the spot.

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