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The Best Carry On Luggage for Business Travel

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The Best Carry On Luggage for Business Travel

Durable, smart and fashionable: made for frequent travelers. See our top picks for the best carry-on luggage for business travel.

Max. 22 x 14 x 9 inches Size Range

Between $100 - $200 Price Range

Soft-Sided Luggage

The frequent traveler segment is the battle-field of highly specialized brands. When the competition is intense, it’s not surprising to see that the top products are nearly equivalent to each other, as our ranking points confirm too. These easy-to-use carry-on bags were perfectly designed to meet the needs of professionals, and their durable nylon coatings will keep the luggage well protected. Since it’s hard to narrow down the number of alternatives among similar products, let’s continue with the nuances. Travelpro’s Crew 11 is covered by lifetime warranty and it has an external USB port and dedicated power bank pocket, but please note that portable charger isn’t included. This product is introduced to travelers after full range of tests. #1 Ranking 76/100 Our Rating Travelpro The most popular Size (h/w/d): 21.5 x 15.5 x 8 inches Size (h/w/d): 55 x 39 x 20 cm Capacity: 41 L Weight: 7.8 lb = 3.5 kg Gender: Unisex Case: Soft Material: Nylon Wheels: 4 Design: Expandable Warranty: Lifetime

Well-known Swiss brand Victorinox designed Avolve 3.0 with the concept of Swiss army knife. It has extra pockets and it also has a dedicated pocket for Check-smart tracking device. But the device is sold separately. This high-quality bag comes with a competitive price and it’s quite lightweight. #2 Ranking 74/100 Our Rating Victorinox Best price/performance ratio Size (h/w/d): 21.7 x 13.8 x 9 inches Size (h/w/d): 55 x 35 x 23 cm Capacity: 42 L Weight: 5.82 lb = 2.6 kg Gender: Unisex Case: Soft Material: Nylon Wheels: 4 Design: Expandable Warranty: 10 years

Bric’s X-Bag is another lightweight option. It’s not expandable but still it has quite enough capacity. With 16 different color options, X-Bag allows the travelers choose their favorite color. #3 Ranking 74/100 Our Rating Bric's Best lightweight Size (h/w/d): 21.6 x 14.2 x 9.1 inches Size (h/w/d): 55 x 36 x 23 cm Capacity: 43.5 L Weight: 5.51 lb = 2.5 kg Gender: Unisex Case: Soft Material: Polyamide/PVC Wheels: 4 Design: Non-Expandable Warranty: 5 years

Hartmann’s Metropolitan is a bit smaller than others. Even though we see it as a negative factor, some travelers may prefer it to be sure that they will get their carry-on into cabin. On the other hand, considering the perceived brand value, sophisticated design and material quality of Hartmann, this piece is a good opportunity at this price. #4 Ranking 72/100 Our Rating Hartmann Best design Size (h/w/d): 20 x 13.5 x 9 inches Size (h/w/d): 51 x 34 x 23 cm Capacity: 37.8 L Weight: 8.5 lb = 3.9 kg Gender: Unisex Case: Soft Material: Nylon Wheels: 4 Design: Expandable Warranty: 10 years Our Rating #1 Travelpro #2 Victorinox #3 Bric's #4 Hartmann Basic features 8 9 10 7 Smart features and design 17 14 17 14 Popularity and customer experience 12 11 11 13 Durability and warranty 27 25 24 25 Pricing 12 15 12 13 TOTAL 76 74 74 72 () Factor weights: Basic features - 10, Smart features and design - 20, Popularity and customer experience - 20, Durability and warranty - 30, Pricing -  20.

Hard-Sided Luggage

It’s true that shiny hard sided suitcases are charming. And Samsonite’s Winfields is well ahead of its competitors in competitive pricing. Samsonite is the #1 brand in the world and the admiral boat of travel bag sector, this is why the travelers rely on its quality without doubt. This expandable polycarbonate bag is covered by Samsonite’s worldwide 10-year-warranty. #1 Ranking 69/100 Our Rating Samsonite Best price/performance ratio Size (h/w/d): 20 x 13.5 x 9 inches Size (h/w/d): 51 x 34 x 23 cm Capacity: 37.8 L Weight: 6.3 lb = 2.9 kg Gender: Unisex Case: Hard Material: Polycarbonate Wheels: 4 Design: Expandable Warranty: 10 years

Chester’s hard-sided suitcase is really a tough carry-on made of 100% Makrolon polycarbonate, but it’s also lightweight. With smart interior design, this smoothly rolling carry-on won’t upset travelers. Chester has 30-day return policy and we also have to add that this carry-on is covered by 10 year warranty. The only cons are it’s not expandable and we think it’s a bit over-priced. On the other hand, it’s really an aesthetic suitcase. #2 Ranking 59/100 Our Rating Chester Best performance Size (h/w/d): 21.5 x 13.5 x 8.5 inches Size (h/w/d): 55 x 34 x 22 cm Capacity: 38.4 L Weight: 7.0 lb = 3.2 kg Gender: Unisex Case: Hard Material: Polycarbonate Wheels: 4 Design: Non-Expandable Warranty: 10 years

If you are after more colorful and joyful designs, Canadian Heys America brand brings you an adorable limited edition – the Britto. Britto’s vibrant luggage prints will make your luggage recognizable wherever you go and it’s also a perfect choice to start a trip with a warm smile. #3 Ranking 58/100 Our Rating Heys America Best concept Size (h/w/d): 21 x 14 x 9 inches Size (h/w/d): 53 x 36 x 23 cm Capacity: 41.2 L Weight: 6.25 lb = 2.8 kg Gender: Unisex Case: Hard Material: Polycarbonate Wheels: 4 Design: Expandable Warranty: 5 years

Calvin Klein’s Fulton is quite a stylish and fairly-priced suitcase. The cons are that it’s small and non-expandable, and the warranty is limited to 3 years. #4 Ranking 51/100 Our Rating Calvin Klein Best design Size (h/w/d): 19.5 x 13.7 x 8.2 inches Size (h/w/d): 50 x 35 x 21 cm Capacity: 34.1 L Weight: 7.64 lb = 3.5 kg Gender: Unisex Case: Hard Material: Polycarbonate Wheels: 4 Design: Non-Expandable Warranty: 3 years Our Rating #1 Samsonite #2 Chester #3 Heys America #4 Calvin Klein Basic features 8 8 9 7 Smart features and design 14 14 14 14 Popularity and customer experience 17 13 11 3 Durability and warranty 11 11 9 8 Pricing 19 13 15 20 TOTAL 69 59 58 51 () Factor weights: Basic features - 10, Smart features and design - 20, Popularity and customer experience - 20, Durability and warranty - 30, Pricing -  20. Related Posts: Best Affordable Luxury Luggage Brands Most Popular Carry On Luggage & Cabin Suitcases Best Affordable Carry On Luggage & Cabin Suitcases Home Read the full article

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Best Affordable Luxury Luggage Brands

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Best Affordable Luxury Luggage Brands

No matter what your fare code is, always fly first-class. Learn more about the most stylish and exclusive carry-on luggage collections of the best luxury luggage brands.

Max. 22 x 14 x 9 inches Size Range

Between $200 - $600 Price Range

Soft-Sided Luggage

Fairly-priced Bric’s My Life tops our ranking of the soft-sided carry-ons. This piece is also outstanding in volume/weight ratio. The wide-body spinner comes with a telescopic 3-stage pull handle and easy gliding wheels. Its stain and abrasion resistant outer shell is quite durable; and it’s also quite good-looking with its leather trims. Its warranty period falls short of its rivals, but we think that this Italian-design carry-on is still a bit underrated. #1 Ranking 72/100 Our Rating Bric's Best price/performance ratio Size (h/w/d): 20 x 15 x 9 inches Size (h/w/d): 51 x 38 x 23 cm Capacity: 42 L Weight: 6 lb = 2.7 kg Gender: Unisex Case: Soft Material: PVC/Canvas Wheels: 4 Design: Non-Expandable Warranty: 5 years

Hartmann’s Tweed Collection is one of the most popular options. With a gorgeous and recognizable style, this carry-on will reflect its difference wherever you go. What makes this bag great is hidden in the precisely-thought details of its interior and exterior design. We have to add that this is not just a design bag, it’s also made to be durable. Its special nylon fabric is known for enduring performance and the carry-on is strengthened with protective bumpers and leather linings. The spinner wheels are also double mounted. Another plus point is that Hartmann is expandable and it comes with 10-year warranty. #2 Ranking 70/100 Our Rating Hartmann Best material quality Size (h/w/d): 20.5 x 14 x 8.5 inches Size (h/w/d): 52 x 36 x 22 cm Capacity: 38 L Weight: 9 lb = 4.1 kg Gender: Unisex Case: Soft Material: Nylon fabric Wheels: 4 Design: Expandable Warranty: 10 years

If the price wasn’t a factor, Briggs & Riley’s expandable Baseline Collection probably would be #1 on this list. This explains why this bag is the most preferred one here. Here are some out-of-the-box features: CX expansion-compression system, outsider handle which means ‘no bars inside’, built-in garment carrier, double spinner wheels, hybrid fiberglass frame and ‘2520D’ nylon outer fabric. The size is at the limit and we take it positive because it fully utilizes the allowed capacity. In addition to all, a lifetime warranty highlights the confidence of its manufacturer about the durability of the product. This elegant carry-on is really worth the price. #3 Ranking 68/100 Our Rating Briggs & Riley Best design Size (h/w/d): 22 x 14 x 9 inches Size (h/w/d): 56 x 36 x 23 cm Capacity: 43.2 L Weight: 9 lb = 4.1 kg Gender: Unisex Case: Soft Material: Nylon Wheels: 4 Design: Expandable Warranty: Lifetime

Another beautiful and classy piece on our list is Tumi’s Voyageur Collection for women. This one is designed especially for the comfort of traveling professional women. The carry-on is lightweight. Different pockets (one for a laptop) and zip entries to the main compartment make it quite practical to use. In addition, if you have a Tumi backpack or tote, with the add-a-bag hook, you may carry 2 or 3 items at the same time, easily in one hand. In case you lose your luggage, Tumi tracer program provides a service to find your registered bag. Even though the warranty period is limited with 5 years, you may still rely on the durability of this chic carry-on. It’s true that the price is a bit high; well, it’s Tumi… #4 Ranking 63/100 Our Rating Tumi Best for women Size (h/w/d): 21 x 14 x 8.5 inches Size (h/w/d): 53 x 36 x 22 cm Capacity: 38.9 L Weight: 7.8 lb = 3.5 kg Gender: Women Case: Soft Material: Nylon Wheels: 4 Design: Non-Expandable Warranty: 5 years Our Rating #1 Bric's #2 Hartmann #3 Briggs & Riley #4 Tumi Basic features 9 7 8 8 Smart features and design 14 14 16 18 Popularity and customer experience 7 15 16 14 Durability and warranty 24 25 19 15 Pricing 18 8 9 8 TOTAL 72 70 68 63 () Factor weights: Basic features - 10, Smart features and design - 20, Popularity and customer experience - 20, Durability and warranty - 30, Pricing -  20.

Hard-Sided Luggage

Travelers prefer hard sided suitcases mostly because of their aesthetic look and unlimited color options. And if we are talking about a good-looking and moderately priced carry-on, Delsey’s Châtelet Hard+ must be on top of our list with its fashionable design. 100% Virgin Makrolon polycarbonate makes it a very strong and impact resistant bag. It has a brake system that allows the user to lock the two wheels, so you won’t need to chase after your bag. Its interior design is convenient to use and a 10-year-warranty is a good bonus. It’s not difficult to figure out why this carry-on is so popular. #1 Ranking 69/100 Our Rating Delsey The most popular Size (h/w/d): 20 x 14.2 x 9.5 inches Size (h/w/d): 51 x 36 x 24 cm Capacity: 42.4 L Weight: 9.3 lb = 4.2 kg Gender: Unisex Case: Hard Material: Polycarbonate Wheels: 4 Design: Non-Expandable Warranty: 10 years

Even though hard sided suitcases aren’t totally immune to scratches over time, for a more resistant carry-on, you may take a glance at Briggs & Riley’s Torq luggage with 3-layer Makrolon virgin polycarbonate. This carry-on also provides a lockable front pocket for quick access to a tablet and comes with lifetime warranty. #2 Ranking 64/100 Our Rating Briggs & Riley Best performance Size (h/w/d): 21 x 14 x 9 inches Size (h/w/d): 55 x 34 x 23 cm Capacity: 41.2 L Weight: 8.9 lb = 4 kg Gender: Unisex Case: Hard Material: Polycarbonate Wheels: 4 Design: Non-Expandable Warranty: Lifetime

Tumi provides another option for a multi-layer polycarbonate suitcase with external bumpers. Tumi’s V3 Collection combines the extra-strength and indisputable Tumi design together. In addition, this suitcase is expandable. Travelers can also take advantage of Tumi tracer program. #3 Ranking 54/100 Our Rating Tumi Best design Size (h/w/d): 22 x 14 x 9 inches Size (h/w/d): 56 x 36 x 23 cm Capacity: 43.2 L Weight: 9.45 lb = 4.3 kg Gender: Unisex Case: Hard Material: Polycarbonate Wheels: 4 Design: Expandable Warranty: 5 years

The other high tier brand – Zero Halliburton’s Global Tracking system is quite similar to Tumi. But the main distinctive feature of Zero Halliburton’s ZRL is its weight. This beautiful polycarbonate carry-on is super lightweight and it has the best volume/weight ratio. ZH comes with 5-year-warranty. #4 Ranking 53/100 Our Rating Zero Halliburton Best lightweight Size (h/w/d): 21 x 14 x 8.5 inches Size (h/w/d): 53 x 36 x 22 cm Capacity: 38.9 L Weight: 4.9 lb = 2.2 kg Gender: Unisex Case: Hard Material: Polycarbonate Wheels: 4 Design: Non-Expandable Warranty: 5 years Our Rating #1 Delsey #2 Briggs & Riley #3 Tumi #4 Zero Halliburton Basic features 8 8 8 10 Smart features and design 14 17 19 17 Popularity and customer experience 19 13 11 7 Durability and warranty 8 10 7 7 Pricing 20 16 10 13 TOTAL 69 64 54 53 () Factor weights: Basic features - 10, Smart features and design - 20, Popularity and customer experience - 20, Durability and warranty - 30, Pricing -  20. Related Posts: The Best Carry On Luggage for Business Travel Most Popular Carry On Luggage & Cabin Suitcases Best Affordable Carry On Luggage & Cabin Suitcases Home Read the full article