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Travel in Style and Confidence with Airportag CaseTag Luggage

Introducing the CaseTag Luggage, where form meets function in perfect harmony. Designed for travelers who demand the best in both style and practicality, this luggage is your passport to a seamless travel experience. Elevate your adventures with luggage that reflects your passion for aviation and your commitment to quality.

• Elegant Design: Our CaseTag luggage showcases a sleek and sophisticated design inspired by the golden age of aviation, making a bold statement wherever you go.
• Durable Construction: Crafted from high-quality materials, our luggage is built to withstand the demands of travel, ensuring your belongings stay protected.
• Smooth Maneuverability: Equipped with multidirectional spinner wheels and a telescopic handle, our luggage glides effortlessly through airports and hotel lobbies, minimizing travel fatigue.

Traveling should be an enjoyable experience, and our CaseTag luggage enhances that experience by offering a blend of timeless style and practicality. Travel confidently with luggage designed for the discerning traveler.

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Experience the peace of mind that comes with well-designed, durable luggage. Our Aviator Collection luggage not only looks great but also ensures that your belongings are safe and organized throughout your journey.

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The suitcase you will never get sick of

Over time, you can get sick of your luggage and feel in the mood of changing it, that's your adventurous restless spirit calling! The same spirit that makes you love to travel and face new adventures. Thinking of it, we've designed the perfect luggage for those who love to embrace the new! No more "where's my boring luggage?" at the baggage claim. Spot your suitcase at a glance and travel like an expert. Approved for travel experts and frequent flyers from all around the world.

• The artwork is printed onto a premium canvas that sits under a light transparent polycarbonate shell creating a glossy finish.
• The artwork canvas cover inside is quick and easy to replace if you fancy a change.
• Made from polycarbonate and diamond-debossed ABS hard-shell.
• Eight swivel wheels allow the suitcase to be rolled in any direction (360-degree wheels).
• Extendable handle on the top; internal alloy telescopic handle with a push-button system, adjustable to a variety of heights.
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• Smart Internal compartment separators.
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Time to update your look? The CaseTag™ is built from the highest-quality, durable materials and processes; so instead of replacing the whole case, you can simply order a new Replacement Suitcase Cover and get a brand new look for it. Printed on high-quality canvas and applied to the inside of the case cover, they cannot be scratched or marked and are quick and easy to apply to your case. We have hundreds of designs.

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I got this suitcase to add a memory to my trip to Germany. I won't use it for another month. It seems like a solid suitcase. The ability to change the insert was a big draw for me. I sent a couple pictures of other ones I would like to my mom for a birthday present idea. Another reason I got it was to identify my bag at baggage claim. I really like the built-in TSA lock. It just needs to be May already.

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This is a great bag, and the option to switch out the artwork is a big draw for me. My only disappointment is that there’s no extension in the zipper.

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The Best Carry-On Luggage

Traveling well is not always easy. Keeping your suitcase with you when you fly not only protects your belongings from loss or damage but may help you avoid extra fees as well.

If you decide to do so, you need a good carry-on bag.

Over the past 10 years, we’ve handled, tested, and traveled with 67 bags from more than 35 brands, and we remain convinced that the Travelpro Platinum Elite offers the best balance of value and quality for most travelers. It packs five days’ worth of clothes into standard US carry-on dimensions 1 and has premium touches you might expect from a $600 bag at about half the price. It’s a bag that you can rely on for life, even if it’s damaged by airlines —a rarity at any price.

Everything we recommend

Travelpro Platinum Elite 21″ Carry-On Spinner

The best soft-sided carry-on.

This spinner carry-on offers the best balance of size, value, reliability, and durability, plus high-end details. It’s backed by a lifetime warranty.

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Travelpro Platinum Elite 22″ Carry-On Rollaboard

A bit more capacity and extra wheel durability.

This two-wheeled carry-on bag isn’t as maneuverable, but it offers slightly more space, a garment folder, and larger, more durable wheels.

Away The Carry-On

The best hard-sided carry-on.

This great-looking and relatively resilient piece of hard-sided luggage has top-of-the-line components—including wheels as smooth-rolling as any we’ve tested.

Away The Bigger Carry-On

Slightly more room, but you might get checked.

With more capacity than Away’s standard carry-on, this suitcase is sized appropriately for most flights. On smaller planes, though, you may get gate-checked.

Budget pick

Travelpro Maxlite 5 21″ Carry-On Spinner

Lightweight and appealingly inexpensive.

Remarkably well priced for a reputable brand, this is an ideal lightweight pick and provides many features of luggage costing nearly twice as much.

Upgrade pick

Briggs & Riley Baseline Essential 22″ Carry-On Expandable Spinner

A soft-sided carry-on that fits more in less.

This carry-on bag offers superlative build quality, plenty of expandable room, and a uniquely effective compression system. It’s a buy-it-for-life suitcase.

Briggs & Riley Baseline Essential 22″ 2-Wheel Expandable Carry-On

More room, bigger wheels, less maneuverability.

If you’re willing to give up maneuverability for more space and bigger wheels, this is also a great option.

Carl Friedrik The Carry-On

A more luxe hard-sided carry-on.

Luxury touches and a strong polycarbonate and aluminum design give this bag a standout look with exceptional feel and performance. It does cost nearly $200 more than the comparably sized Away bag, though.

Yeti Crossroads 22″/35L Wheeled Luggage

A bag built for tough conditions.

A polycarbonate back and rugged wheels make this design suited for rougher travel over difficult surfaces. However, it has a limited warranty, and it’s somewhat unwieldy to handle.

What to consider

Four-wheel bags, aka spinners, are easier to maneuver down tight airplane aisles, but two-wheel bags will always be more durable .

Hard-sided looks better to most people, but soft-sided luggage withstands the bumps and knocks of travel for longer .

Plenty of reputable brands offer lifetime warranties; it’s generally worth paying a little extra for the peace of mind .

Depending on where you travel, you might need to look for specialty luggage sizes .

We’ve also included picks that stood out for their form and individual functionality: an upgrade with best-in-class compression, a pick made of polycarbonate , an upgraded hard-sided case with latch closures and an aluminum frame, a rolling soft-top hybrid , and a budget pick that’s also the best ultra-light suitcase we can find.

Travelpro’s Platinum Elite line of luggage is still our top pick after 10 years of testing. It addresses the concerns of most travelers for an affordable price while offering the best warranty against potential airline damage in the industry (as long as you register the luggage within 120 days of purchase, which you can do in minutes).

The Platinum Elite features smooth-rolling, replaceable wheels, as well as solid and comfortable telescoping handles and a hard-wearing nylon exterior propped up by a solid internal chassis. Travelpro also provides a full catalog of other replaceable parts . Instead of chasing the smart-bag moment, Travelpro added an exterior pocket with a USB pass-through extension that lets you insert your own battery pack for charging your phone. And weighing less than 8 pounds when empty, the Platinum Elite is dead in the center of average weight for bags this size.

In our view, soft-sided luggage lasts longer and shows less wear, but if you prefer the look of a hard-sided bag, Away’s The Carry-On is our choice. Like our other picks, this bag stands out for its high-end components: YKK zippers, smooth-running wheels, and a well-braced handle. Its strong but flexible polycarbonate shell shows scratches—however, after seven years of using the Away Carry-On, our testers have found that it is capable of enduring most of the trials of travel with fewer knocks than other similar models we’ve tested.

Away also makes a slightly larger version of the same model: The Bigger Carry-On . It conforms to carry-on size for most major airliners, but you might be asked to gate-check it on smaller planes.

Similar to our soft-sided picks, this Away bag is backed by a limited lifetime warranty. And though the coverage doesn’t explicitly protect against airline damage, it does apply to any damage that an airline could possibly dish out—specifically, but not limited to, the shell cracking or wheels breaking off.

Some companies have tried to shave off a few pounds from their standard luggage designs to make so-called ultra-light luggage. The Travelpro Maxlite 5 21″ Carry-On Spinner is the best of these bags we’ve seen, and it comes with the pedigree of our top pick but not quite as strong a warranty.

The Maxlite 5 is just over 2 pounds lighter than our top pick—that’s the weight of two or three pairs of jeans. It’s not a huge difference, but if you have trouble lifting luggage over your head and prefer an easier-to-manage suitcase, the Maxlite 5 may be your choice. This bag is also the best one we’ve found under $200, with almost all the benefits of luggage nearly twice the price.

For the more frequent flyer who is willing to invest in a higher-quality bag, we recommend the Briggs & Riley Baseline Essential Carry-On . Every detail of this bag, from the zippers to the wheels to the wrinkle-resistant suit compartment, is made to the highest standards, and it has a higher proportion of usable space than any other spinner bag we tested.

Briggs & Riley boosts this extra capacity with a ratcheting compression system that easily presses an entire extra outfit (if not more) into the same external dimensions as most other carry-ons. It’s simple, impressive, and unmatched by any other brand’s compression system.

The Expandable Spinner version is also the only spinner luggage model we tested with a built-in garment folder, which helps shirts and pants stay wrinkle-free if you pack them well. If things go awry, Briggs & Riley has a catalog of replaceable parts and a global network of repair centers , as well as a reliable lifetime warranty covering repairs for airline damage.

For some people, Carl Friedrik’s The Carry-On may be worth the extra cost. Behind the maturity of Italian leather accents and polish of higher-end Hinomoto wheels, the Carl Friedrik Carry-On bypasses the biggest compromise in most polycarbonate designs: the stitched-in zipper. Incorporating an aluminum frame around the center of the case and two latch locks, it feels comfortingly secure and well structured where other luggage tends to sag or bend away.

There’s a potential catch, however: The flex in a polycarbonate design (and most luggage, incidentally) is its strength. The more robust a piece of luggage becomes—by replacing, for instance, a zipper with an aluminum frame—the greater the chance that if something hits the case hard enough, the frame can bend or break. That said, you need to hit a frame like this with an extreme amount of focused force for that to happen. And Carl Friedrik provides a lifetime warranty that appears to cover airline damage in the event that an airline doesn’t compensate you within 14 days.

The Yeti Crossroads 22”/35L Wheeled Luggage represents the best of a relatively niche type of luggage design. Call it a hybrid model—a blend of a soft-sided luggage on top and hard-sided luggage on the back—that lends itself to fairly specific circumstances. It’s ideal for tough roads, broken streets, and slamming your luggage into uneven curbs with abandon. Do most people need this kind of luggage for their day-to-day travel? Absolutely not, and it can feel heavier than it really is. But if you do, this is the best there is—at least for the moment.

The Yeti Crossroads has everything you might expect from a brand that has built its reputation for over-the-top toughness and durability. The two heavy-duty wheels are among the largest and broadest that we’ve seen. Externally, Yeti blends a polycarbonate shell back with a water-resistant 700-denier nylon front and waterproof zippers. However, Yeti backs its luggage with only a three-year warranty and no mention of airline damage. That’s very limited protection, especially for the conditions this bag was designed for and definitely in comparison with the standards that our other picks set.

The research

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I’ve been covering luggage and travel bag design for Wirecutter for nearly a decade and have personally researched, tested, and compared hundreds of bags in that time. Over the years we’ve also spoken with plenty of experts: flight attendants for major airlines, product designers and creative directors for luggage and gear companies, and travel and gear writers. My conversations with these people have helped shape our coverage, and we owe much to their collective knowledge.

In the 10 years we’ve been covering this category, luggage has evolved, and so has our thinking about what makes the best carry-on for most people. After spending well over 200 hours doing research and interviews and easily twice that time conducting hands-on testing, we’ve seen a few truths become clear. First, at a certain threshold—roughly over $200—most luggage is fine. It will more than likely get you from point A to point B without incident many times a year for many years. What distinguishes great luggage from everything else is mostly an attention to detail—the quality of a bag’s handle, its wheels, the frame, and stitching—and a company’s guarantee that it will stand behind its product.

Every year we try to refine our testing and find new ways to consider what it means to be the best luggage. We’ve weighed and measured suitcases, comparing our results with company claims. We’ve calculated true internal capacity with hundreds of Ping-Pong balls 2 and some decently complex math for a writer to scratch out. We’ve packed and unpacked more bags than I care to remember. We’ve studied and compared wheel bearings, wheel sizes, pocket counts, pocket quality, the curious subtleties of garment bags that will (or more often won’t) keep your clothes wrinkle-free, the strength of warranties, and repairability.

We believe that any maximally sized carry-on should be capable of holding enough clothes to last you five days with room to spare for miscellaneous necessities. Most years we aim to have two testers, one male and one female, pack two bags individually as if headed to the same wedding. 3 What we included isn’t representative of a family traveling or a couple splitting a bag, but we erred on the side of bulky, and we hope it gives you a clear idea of how much of your own stuff these bags will hold.

We looked at how each bag loaded. Was there an easy way to keep smaller items (such as socks and underwear) organized? Did it have compression straps to keep things in place? Were the straps thick enough to avoid creasing the clothes? Just how much would the bag compress? How much room was left over? Once packed, was the bag prone to tipping over?

Over the years I’ve torn bags apart to see how the frames were put together, taken apart wheels, dismantled handles, and more or less treated luggage as poorly as one person could. I’ve wheeled loaded bags around many neighborhoods, looking at how well each bag rolled and how well it handled broken sidewalks, uneven pavement, grass, bricks, dirt, and curbs. I’ve dragged bags up and down two flights of concrete stairs, noting how easy this task was and how much damage the bags sustained. For our finalists, I’ve repeated the torture test along a second, even rougher route because I like the sound that polycarbonate luggage makes when it bounces down cavernous stairwells.

In fall 2023, we asked a panel of paid testers with a wide range of body types, dexterities, and mobilities to examine our picks and share their perspectives. We’ve incorporated their feedback in this review.

The Travelpro Platinum Elite 21″ Carry-On Spinner is our pick for a soft-sided carry-on; if you need a little more room, we also recommend the Travelpro Platinum Elite 22″ Carry-On Rollaboard .

It has a history of great performance. Travelpro’s Platinum Elite line has been our top pick for almost every iteration of this guide because it addresses the concerns of most travelers for an affordable price: In addition to smooth-rolling, replaceable wheels, it features solid and comfortable telescoping handles and a hard-wearing nylon exterior propped up by a solid 7.8-pound internal chassis. Travelpro backs it all with a lifetime warranty that covers airline damage and shipping to the repair facility (as long as you register the luggage within 120 days of purchase). Additionally, Travelpro supplies a full catalog of other replaceable parts .

It moves well across most surfaces and through most situations. The spinner bag’s configuration stands out in particular because of its MagnaTrac wheels, which magnetically snap into a forward position when the bag is moving. The small tracking assistance makes a large difference when you’re navigating the Platinum Elite through a crowded airport or down a busy street. It also has an easy-to-use, removable garment bag. After years of testing, we think the superior maneuverability of spinner luggage, along with improvements in manufacturing processes, makes four-wheel bags a better choice for most people. However, if you prefer slightly more packing capacity (the equivalent of squeezing in two more sweatshirts), larger wheels that run more smoothly over rough terrain, and a more protective built-in garment folder, 4 you may appreciate the two-wheeled 22-inch version of the Platinum Elite. One of our paid testers, who’s 6-foot-6, told us that although he could see the appeal of a spinner, “I would still choose the two-wheeler. It has a little more space, and when you’re my size, packing is just so horrible.”

It’s sized to maximize your space, but you have options. Measuring 23 by 13.5 by 9 inches, the Platinum Elite carry-on bag (in either wheel configuration) hits the upper margins of actual carry-on size limits and could get you gate-checked by an overzealous agent. However, it fits into most standard-size baggage caddies at check-in, including that of American Airlines and United Airlines. I’ve personally traveled with Travelpro carry-ons this size for more than 45,000 miles spread across 50 flights, from regional to long-haul to international routes, and I’ve never had an issue fitting within gate-side luggage sizers. If you’re nervous about getting caught at the gate or often fly in very small regional planes, Travelpro makes a 20-inch Platinum Elite as well as a slimmer international size, but they hold less (naturally) and lack a suiter insert.

It keeps clothes compacted but not creased. Inside, the Platinum Elite has a pair of tie-down straps and two broad panels with pockets that cinch down, similar in design and function to what you’d find in much more expensive Briggs & Riley luggage . Compared with the simple tie-down straps you often find in cheaper luggage, the panels do a great job of keeping things compacted without creasing clothes—a problem we’ve encountered in numerous other bags we’ve tested. Beyond that, the Platinum Elite’s internal organization system is about average. It will be familiar to anyone who has used a suitcase before, which means there’s no learning curve for optimizing the storage capacity. One long mesh pocket sits on one of the bag’s sides, and a smaller removable transparent plastic bag sits on the other side for easy TSA inspection of toiletries.

It’s tough yet flexible. The exterior is made of a hard-wearing nylon fabric, a key feature of all the bags we’ve tested. It hides scuffs and scratches, and it’s much more versatile than hard-sided bags. An expansion zipper lets you increase storage by about 30% in a pinch—although the bag is no longer carry-on compliant at that point. We prefer to use the expansion zipper as something of an ad-hoc compression system: We unzip the expansion zipper while packing the bag and then zip it at the end, tamping everything down tight. The Platinum Elite carry-on also has a variety of convenient exterior pockets, including two in the front, suitable for a sleep mask and other small miscellaneous items, and one on the side for a battery, though it can fit a bit more if necessary. It also has an accordion pocket on the front for magazines and electronic tablets.

It’s well balanced and spacious. This luggage has an 1,856-cubic-inch interior, which we measured using hundreds of Ping-Pong balls . In real-world terms (the needs of Ping-Pong champions notwithstanding), the Platinum Elite swallowed up five days’ worth of clothes with no problem and had a good deal of room to spare—and that’s without our resorting to the expansion zipper.

It has an excellent warranty. Should anything go wrong, you can take advantage of Travelpro’s generous lifetime warranty, which covers airline damage . The sole other company we’ve seen offering this extensive a warranty is Briggs & Riley, whose carry-on suitcases start at about $500. Travelpro bags have owner-serviceable parts and multiple repair centers . To get repair service, you can either drop the bag off at a repair center or ship the bag to Travelpro, the cost of which the company will cover. Keep in mind that the warranty doesn’t cover cosmetic wear.

Travelpro has a history of fixing production errors remarkably quickly. In 2019, we noticed a small uptick in Wirecutter reader complaints about zipper tabs breaking. We reached out to Travelpro, and a representative told us that a production error expanded the capacity of the front pocket of the Platinum Elite; this allowed travelers to overpack the pocket, which put excessive strain on the zipper. Travelpro identified and fixed the issue before it had reached the threshold of more than a few comments online.

Dimensions: 23.5 by 14.5 by 9 inches (HWD) Weight: 7.8 pounds Volume: 46 liters

How the Platinum Elite has held up

After nearly a decade of testing the Platinum Elite line of bags from Travelpro, we have yet to encounter a single serious issue. The fabric exterior brushes off scrapes and is easy enough to clean. Simply, it is a remarkably built bag that continues to travel well, year after year.

Flaws but not dealbreakers

• Though the Platinum Elite rolled well in general, we are still concerned when dragging the bag up stairs. Some of the other bags we tested had long plastic bumper strips running most of the way up the length of the bag; this Travelpro model’s skid plate isn’t as big or as protective. I haven’t had an issue, but if you’re particularly rough on your luggage or uncomfortable lifting the bag over curbs or up stairs, it’s something to be aware of.

• In 2018, Travelpro added a USB-A pass-through cable to the Platinum Elite as a way to compete with so-called smart bags. We like the battery pocket, but the built-in cable itself, which routes from the pocket to a USB port less than 6 inches away, is an unnecessary item, which at best adds a potential point of failure to the bag—USB cables do not last forever. Does it ruin the bag? No. Is it a feature? Not really.

If you prefer the look of hard-sided luggage or the security of knowing that you can’t overpack your suitcase, Away’s The Carry-On is the carry-on we recommend. If you want to maximize your available carry-on space, it also comes in a slightly larger size: The Bigger Carry-On .

It can take wear and tear. Most travelers are still better off with one of our soft-sided picks than a hard-sided carry-on; soft-sided luggage shows less wear and typically lasts longer than hard-sided luggage. But the Away Carry-On’s wheels and zipper are as well made as those of our soft-sided picks, and its polycarbonate showed fewer scratches than that of hard-sided competitors.

We’ve tested the Away Carry-On for six years, traveling with it ourselves across the country and lending several units to testers and frequent travelers to see how they enjoyed using the bag. Its polycarbonate feels similar to that used on more high-end (and significantly pricier) suitcases such as the Rimowa Essential Cabin , which is more than three times as expensive.

You have options if you need extra space. Away makes a similar model of suitcase with an expandable zipper, The Carry-On Flex . The Flex is the same bag as the standard Carry-On except for the expanding center zipper and the price (it’s about $50 more). Personally, I’m not a fan of expanding zippers on suitcases. It feels like just one more thing to break. But some people may prefer having the extra flexibility.

It feels great to use. The bag itself feels good in the hands, and the wheels are noticeably better than those on any of the hard-sided competitors we tried. Away also uses YKK zippers, outclassing our top pick in that regard (Travelpro moved to Supra zippers in 2015). At this point, we’re pretty comfortable saying that years of debate over the best zipper are largely redundant, but YKK still sets the standard.

Imitation is the greatest form of flattery. Away has sparked more imitators and outright duplicates than any other brand in the past decade, in part due to its appeal with younger travelers. I’ve thought about why, and as best as I can guess, a simple polycarbonate cube dripped in limited-edition soft hues does exude a certain calm; the fact that some of those same colors also coat the exteriors of pills ending in suffixes -ax and -il is not, one assumes, accidental.

It has a great warranty. The Away Carry-On is backed by a limited lifetime warranty that protects against defects and parts breaking. Though the warranty doesn’t specifically mention airline damage, the damages it does list—cracks or breaks in the shell, wheels or handles becoming unusable, zippers that don’t work, fabric tears that render any pocket unusable—basically outline anything an airline could possibly dish out.

Dimensions (for The Carry-On): 21.7 by 14.4 by 9 inches (HWD) Weight: 7.5 pounds Volume: 40 liters

• The Carry-On’s sleek style comes at a cost: Its polycarbonate shell is ultimately more likely to break than the nylon fabric of our other picks.
• It lacks certain amenities, such as external pockets and a suiter, that our top picks have.
• The clamshell design, which splits down the middle and opens into two parts, can make the bag frustrating to pack and unpack. Packing cubes help, but after years of packing and unpacking soft-sided luggage with a single lid, I personally find a clamshell design to be more finicky when packing.

The Travelpro Maxlite 5 21″ Carry-On Spinner is one of the lightest pieces of luggage we’ve tested, at a great price.

It’s lightweight. We have a hard time imagining how anyone could make a suitcase much lighter than this without breaking certain laws of physics. A few years ago, I took apart a Maxlite suitcase to see how the internal frame was built. What I found beneath the fabric was a clever lattice of plastic supporting the frame, which offered the best balance between weight-saving and structure.

For some people, especially those with limited upper-body strength, a lighter bag—even by just a few pounds—may be easier to lift or manage. That said, most people don’t need extremely light luggage, but just to pack less. For all the innovative design, the Maxlite 5 shaves only 2.4 pounds off the weight of our top pick. That’s the equivalent of a couple of pairs of jeans.

It’s inexpensive. My general advice to friends is to spend more than $200 but less than $500 to get good, if not great, luggage. The Maxlite 5 is the one piece of luggage I’ve found that breaks that rule. You can usually find it for about $150 or less, which is a remarkable price considering the bag’s quality.

Simple is good. This model doesn’t have any real bells or whistles—no battery pass-throughs or magnetically tracked wheels, as with our other Travelpro picks. Instead you’ll find two simple front pockets, a few well-placed handles, and a cavernous main compartment with a couple of pockets and two light straps to hold your stuff in place.

It comes from a trusted brand. We haven’t covered, examined, and interrogated a single luggage brand at Wirecutter for as long as we have Travelpro. For a decade, Travelpro has done a premier job of maintaining trust with its customers and with us—we’ve watched the company make small changes in design, catch flaws quickly, and address warranty concerns promptly. This is not something we say lightly: Travelpro is a name you can trust.

Dimensions: 23 by 14.5 by 9 inches (HWD) Weight: 5.4 pounds Volume: 46 liters

• The Maxlite 5’s warranty isn’t as robust as that of our top pick: Manufacturing defects in the wheels, zippers, and handles are covered for as long as you own the bag, but airline damage and shipping to a Travelpro repair center are covered only for the first year. (And you do need to register the bag.) Considering that this bag costs half the price of the Platinum Elite, this makes sense, but it’s something to be aware of.

If you’re a frequent flyer and willing to invest in higher-quality gear, we recommend the Briggs & Riley Baseline Essential 22″ Carry-On Expandable Spinner (also available in a two-wheeled version with more capacity).

It’s the best of the best. Every detail of this top-rated bag, from the zippers to the wheels to the wrinkle-resistant suit compartment, is made to the highest standards, and we found that it had a higher proportion of usable space than any other spinner bag we tested. Briggs & Riley keeps its design consistent, adding, at most, small improvements such as this year’s upgraded lifting handle. Our 6-foot-6 paid tester pointed out that the Baseline Essential’s handle extended an inch and a half farther than that of the Travelpro Platinum Elite, which made it less likely to hit his heels as he pulled it.

Although the wheels don’t snap into alignment, they are exceptionally smooth-rolling and easy to maneuver. If you fly more than 25,000 miles per year, it’s worthwhile to invest in luggage that goes beyond merely being sturdy and actually improves your overall travel experience. That’s why we’ve been recommending it since we first covered this topic in 2014. The Baseline Essential is one of the best carry-on luggage options available today.

Its compression system is truly a marvel. The most ingenious part of the Baseline Essential bag is its CX expansion and compression system. Pull upward on two plastic handles inside the bag, and you can extend its depth a full 2.5 inches. Load the bag as full as you need to, and zip it closed. Then you push down on the bag, which compresses it as a clip mechanism secures it in place. Unlike other expansion systems, which are either open or closed, this one locks into incremental positions. It’s a unique design and very satisfying to use.

It’s the easiest to pack. Briggs & Riley placed the tracks for the Baseline Essential handles on the outside of the bag, which allows for a flat surface in the interior of the bag, with no small crevices to work around for simple packing. And in our tests, after packing 10 bags and trying to figure out strategies for each nook and cranny, packing on a broad flat surface felt like a luxury. According to our measurements, the bag, unexpanded, offers 1,905 cubic inches of storage room (and that accounts for the space occupied by the wheel wells and such). Expanded, it can stow 2,110 cubic inches. That’s remarkably efficient for a bag that does so much. All of these features add up to a carry-on that is easier to pack than any other bag we tested.

The Baseline Essential spinner is also the only spinner luggage model we tested with a built-in garment folder. It’s similar to the folder in Travelpro’s two-wheeled Platinum Elite bag, and that’s a good thing. It’s easy to pack and has an anchor point for hangers. Each of the three folds has a bit of padding that helps to keep a suit from pinching onto itself and creasing, though much of that depends on how well you pack. You can fit a week’s worth of clothes in the Baseline Essential, including some puffy gear for colder weather. A wide, wrinkle-free tie-down system completes the package.

It’s understated. On the outside, the Baseline Essential is pretty unremarkable. There’s nothing eye-grabbing about the bag, which is good if you’re trying to avoid being gate-checked (or having it stolen). Its outer, nylon fabric seems to be of a tighter weave than that used on the other bags we’ve tested. We also noticed a robust feel to the zippers, which are a self-repairing type made by YKK.

Similar to our top pick, the Baseline Essential includes a charging pocket. However, Briggs & Riley skipped the internal USB wiring, instead opting for a simple pocket arrangement (video) on the back of the bag for discreetly storing a charge pack and your phone. It’s an elegant solution.

It comes with an excellent warranty. All Briggs & Riley bags come with a lifetime warranty that covers any damage to the “functional aspects” of the bag, even if caused by an airline (like Travelpro, Briggs & Riley does not cover cosmetic wear or cleaning). Although Briggs & Riley handles warranty-covered repairs at no extra cost, you do have to pay to ship the bag to the company to carry out any repairs; it will ship your bag back to you for free. Or you can drop off the bag at one of the many repair centers . Briggs & Riley emphasizes that returning your bag to you in its original condition, even after repairs, is not always possible. The bags are easy to service and repair, so you can also order the parts you need and replace them yourself at home.

We’ve put in the miles, and the Baseline Essential is in a separate league. Over a five-year period before the pandemic, Wirecutter founder Brian Lam carried a two-wheeled Baseline Essential carry-on while traveling 150,000 miles and farther. After considering all the bags in our test and logging an additional 40,000 miles with a similarly priced bag by Tumi, he was convinced that this model is the best for anyone who’s always on the move. “I love this bag. It carries so much,” Brian said. “Sometimes I check it. Sometimes I carry it. It always fits.”

Dimensions: 22 by 14 by 9 (expands to 11.5) inches (HWD) Weight: 10 pounds Volume: 37 liters (expands to 48 liters)

• Despite the plastic shielding, the exposed rails on the exterior could use more protection. While dragging the bag up stairs (which we don’t advise doing), we felt more scraping than we’d like.
• At first glance, the handle feels too loose for a roughly $700 bag. We spoke to Briggs & Riley representatives, and they explained that this is a deliberate choice: The looser tolerances allow for the handle to retract by itself when you click its button, without your having to force it down. In practice, this is very helpful for scaling stairs and could save you some hassle in tight quarters, such as in the aisle of an airplane.
• At 10 pounds, the Baseline Essential is the heaviest bag we recommend. In this price range, weight often equals durability, which equals quality. But if you’re uncomfortable with a heavier bag, this isn’t the best pick for you.

Carl Friedrik’s The Carry-On is an impressive polycarbonate case that improves in areas where most other companies tend to cut corners.

It’s robust and durable. It improves the usual hard-case design primarily by replacing the zipper with an aluminum frame sealed with two metal latches incorporating TSA locks. This trim makes the case feel far more robust, which is a very satisfying feeling when you’re wheeling luggage around an airport.

Clasping shut an aluminum frame with a metal lock is pleasing—it feels like closing a safe and locking it tight. The polycarbonate shell has an equally rigid feeling but exhibits plenty of flexibility under strain. Although it’s difficult to compare polycarbonates between brands, higher-end polycarbonate feels dense to the touch even as the material flexes; in this piece of luggage, Carl Friedrik offers impressive quality.

Additionally, the Carl Friedrik Carry-On has YKK zippers internally and Hinomoto spinner wheels from Japan—both considered the top of their class.

It’s thoughtfully styled. The soft leather accents and bolted frame all have a certain maturity that’s often lacking in other, competing cases. This look carries to the inside of the luggage as well. A simple gray polyester lining accompanies two sets of compression straps and a removable compression pad, which has a zippered pocket.

It has an excellent warranty. As you might expect for the price, Carl Friedrik backs up its luggage with a lifetime warranty that protects against airline damage (assuming the airline hasn’t responded to your request for compensation within 14 days).

Dimensions: 21.6 by 14.5 by 9 inches (HWD) Weight: 8.6 pounds Volume: 40 liters

• This is a brand-new pick—so far we haven’t found any flaws, but we’re keeping an eye on the latches. Luggage latches are small, complicated mechanical devices that have a myriad of ways to fail.
• The handle feels just a touch loose, which, as with our upgrade pick from Briggs & Riley , can be a benefit. It can also sometimes be a hazard. Again, we’ll continue testing it.

Hybrid designs like the Yeti Crossroads 22″/35L Wheeled Luggage aren’t for everyone, but if you like the flexibility of a soft-sided luggage with the hard-hitting ruggedness of a polycarbonate back and two large fixed wheels, then this bag is just right.

It’s made from tough materials and easy-to-repair parts. Yeti has a reputation for using tough, sometimes cutting-edge, materials in all its gear. The Crossroads is no exception. The 700-denier nylon is one of the better nylons we’ve tested—tightly woven and exceptionally durable. (Denier is a measure of the fiber thickness in a fabric.)

The Crossroads comes in only a two-wheeled design, which is usually able to withstand more damage than a four-wheeled design. The wheels are also easier to service on the road and often replaceable. 5

It’s well organized. It includes a front panel organizer, similar to that of modern laptop backpacks, with two slots for your laptop and tablet plus a mesh pocket for spare gear. Fully packed, it still has room for a few magazines as well, if you like. Internally, the soft top has a zippered main compartment with a decent amount of packing space, as well as two mesh organizing pockets.

It’s a pleasure to pack. As the Crossroads is built around a molded polycarbonate base, the entire suitcase becomes, in essence, a large tray to pack and then zip shut. It’s a very satisfying design—easier to manage than many of the clamshell designs that are currently popular. Yeti’s packing cubes are designed to fit snugly in the Crossroads’s main compartment, and the bag does come with one small cube. But if you choose these, you’re spending a premium for additional packing cubes when almost any packing cube will work.

Dimensions: 22 by 14 by 9 inches (HWD) Weight: 8 pounds Volume: 40 liters

• We’d love to see a better warranty. Three years is very limited when compared with other luggage brands selling similarly priced suitcases—especially for a bag that claims to be as tough as the brand’s reputation.
• Occasionally, Yeti’s tough-gear reputation veers almost into absurdity, as with the inclusion here of self-sealing zippers on a bag that isn’t actually waterproof—merely weather resistant. They’re top-of-the-line zippers. But self-sealing zippers can be hard to operate and require regular lubrication, which most people aren’t used to providing.
• The front-facing laptop organizer is woefully unshielded. If you’re traveling with a laptop, place it deep within the bag if you want it properly protected.
• The bag feels heavy—by our measurements, it weighs about a half pound more than Yeti’s 7.5-pound estimation. It’s not the heaviest of our picks, but something about the weight distribution and shape of the bag makes it feel heavier when you’re swinging it around.

If you need a hard-sided budget bag: Look at the Gregory Quadro Hardcase 22″ , an unexpectedly high-quality suitcase from an outdoor-gear company. Gregory offers a lifetime warranty with service and repair. Although the warranty doesn’t explicitly mention airline damage, Gregory’s good reputation speaks for itself in this matter. However, the Quadro Hardcase is a pound heavier (at 6.5 pounds) and about $60 more than our budget pick.

If the Away Carry-On is sold out: Consider the Monos Carry-On Plus . Picking between these two models came down to splitting some very fine hairs. Both use YKK zippers. Both have lifetime warranties. The handles and interiors are almost identical. Monos even hides the stitching that attaches the zipper to the polycarbonate frame, which is a nice aesthetic touch. The difference came down to the Away Carry-On’s wheels, which spun just that much more freely in our testing, and the underside handle, which made it easier to pull out of overhead bins. And we’ve tested the Away Carry-On for longer. However, if it’s unavailable, the Monos model is a good, nearly identical substitute.

If you want a bag made of recycled materials: We suggest the Paravel Aviator Carry-On . Paravel is attempting to design luggage with recycled materials and some environmentally minded transparency to the company’s production methods. However, you pay a premium for the effort. Quality-wise, the bag is similar to our other hard-sided picks, for about a hundred more dollars. And much of the Paravel branding is built on carbon offsets, which we are deeply skeptical of (though we wish they worked).

If you’re an infrequent adventurer: Try the Topo Designs Global Travel Bag Roller , which could almost be an also-great pick under our hybrid pick . It’s cheaper, has a better warranty (but no explicit coverage for airline damage), and is made from recycled materials. However, the overall build quality is wanting. For example, the polycarbonate shell doesn’t fully cover the tubes for the extendable handle as it does with our hybrid pick. It seems an oversight for bags that are built to knock around.

If the best possible suit-packing experience is all you want, and money is no object: The Vocier C38 Carry-On Luggage is worth a look, despite a few flaws and an $800 price tag. The C38 takes a unique, fold-free approach to packing clothes. Rather than folding garments in on themselves to fit in the bag, it bends the suit around the outside of the luggage frame in a U shape. This packing method creates no creases and therefore no wrinkles. The case is protected by a limited lifetime warranty that doesn’t cover airline damage.

We hope to take a look at the European brand Floyd , which is currently popular on Instagram. At first glance, it’s another piece of luggage looking to appeal to a younger mass audience. But the easy-to-replace polyurethane wheels and bearings—similar to skateboard wheels—do have “user-serviceable parts inside” curb appeal.

We’re currently testing Level8’s Voyageur series of luggage, which features an extra-wide handle. It’s a design trend we’re starting to track with a few lesser-known brands (and, incidentally, a Louis Vuitton case costing several thousand dollars). A wide handle should do two things: It should free up a little more space inside the luggage, and it should improve handling.

Lastly, we’re considering expanding our coverage to include equipment cases like those made by Pelican . Though their appropriate use is very specific, when you need to travel with high-end gear or fragile valuables, Pelican cases more or less set the standard.

Soft-sided carry-on luggage

Cotopaxi Allpa 38L Roller Bag : We’re generally fans of Cotopaxi’s Allpa line, but this two-wheeled bag falls short. Specifically, the bottom of the bag is split by the zipper, which gives the bag an unstable feeling when it’s standing upright.

Eagle Creek Tarmac XE 4-Wheel 22″ Carry On Luggage : If this bag were about $150 cheaper, it would be a good price for the quality. We like the recycled materials, but the bag lacks framing.

Solo Re:Treat Carry-On Spinner : I appreciate any bag made entirely out of recycled materials, but this model (from a brand owned by the same company that manages Briggs & Riley) felt awfully flimsy. Even with its five-year warranty, I just don’t trust that this bag can go the distance.

Thule Subterra : The clamshell design—similar to the ones you find on hard-sided bags—makes this bag difficult to close if you’re trying to fill it to its full capacity. It just isn’t as easy to use as our soft-sided picks.

Timbuk2 Copilot Luggage Roller : The balance on this bag was decent, and it stood up well unloaded or loaded. Its wheels had a cheap ball-bearing rhythmic chatter, though, and the abundance of zippers and internal compartments made it tedious to pack.

Tumi Aerotour International Expandable 4 Wheeled Carry-On : At about half the price, this would be a great bag. But paying nearly $700 for a five-year warranty and a bag that doesn’t do nearly as much as a Briggs & Riley suitcase seems a bit silly.

Hard-sided carry-on luggage

Amazon Basics 24-Inch Hardside Spinner : This bag is a surprisingly good carry-on for about $90. However, its ABS plastic shell is not as tough as a polycarbonate shell. It’s worth investing more in your luggage—the bag you choose will last longer and work better.

Arlo Skye The Frame Carry-On : The Arlo Skye carry-on is a decent piece of luggage, but it’s hard to square the bag with its cost: $200 more than our pick from Away .

Away The Carry-On: Aluminum Edition : 10 pounds! At this weight, you’ve lost a quarter of your allowable luggage weight to the suitcase alone, unpacked. And it’s nearly as expensive as our upgrade pick, with a much less satisfying compression system.

Briggs & Riley Torq and Sympatico : Though these collections seek to solve a different problem, neither is as impressive as the Baseline series.

Calpak Ambeur Carry-On Luggage : We preferred sturdier polycarbonate shells over Calpak’s blended ABS polycarbonate shell. Also, the bag’s handling felt jittery against normal airport floor surfaces.

Delsey Rempart Expandable Spinner Carry-On : At just around $200, the Rempart is a decent budget option. However, the external styling (like layers of pressed sheet pans) is an odd choice. It has some practicality, but only if you’re stacking identical Delsey cases one on top of another, which might happen, I suppose, at some point … maybe.

July Carry On : In the lineup between July, Monos, and Away, July falls just short. We appreciate the lifetime warranty, YKK zippers, and flexible but dense-feeling polycarbonate. But the overall design doesn’t do much to improve on the category (as the Monos bag subtly does).

Level8 Road Runner Pro Carry-On 20″ : This is potentially a decent budget pick at just around $200. But the one-year warranty and the somewhat fiddly TSA lock and front latching panel give us pause.

Lojel Cubo Medium : Although we liked the uncommon top-loading design, the internal organization of the lid made packing this carry-on difficult. We also weren’t impressed by the zippered expansion system, which made the suitcase feel bulkier than our picks.

Lojel Voja Medium : An odd suitcase, this would be a great children’s suitcase or a budget pick—especially if it were under $200. But its current price is steep for a polypropylene blend with a couple of latches.

This article was edited by Ria Misra and Chris Ryan.

Airline policies vary, but a general rule is that the bag must be under 45 linear inches—the total sum of the bag’s length, width, and depth. Here’s the current sizing breakdown among the major US airlines:

• Alaska Airlines: 22 by 14 by 9 inches
• Allegiant Air: 22 by 14 by 9 inches
• American Airlines: 22 by 14 by 9 inches (the dimensions of soft-sided garment bags are allowed to add up to 51 inches)
• Delta Air Lines: 22 by 14 by 9 inches
• Frontier Airlines: 24 by 16 by 10 inches (and less than 35 pounds)
• Hawaiian Airlines: 22 by 14 by 9 inches
• JetBlue Airways: 22 by 14 by 9 inches
• Southwest Airlines: 24 by 16 by 10 inches
• Spirit Airlines: 22 by 18 by 10 inches
• Sun Country Airlines: 24 by 16 by 11 inches
• United Airlines: 22 by 14 by 9 inches

We double-checked the measurable packable space of our top picks against the manufacturers’ listed volumes by filling each piece of luggage with hundreds of Ping-Pong balls: 144 Ping-Pong balls weigh exactly 0.5 pound, and each Ping-Pong ball represents approximately 2 cubic inches (PDF) . After weighing each piece of luggage three times to establish an average empty weight, we filled the bags as full as we could with Ping-Pong balls and measured the change in weight. For every half-pound increase in weight we estimated 288 cubic inches of packable space.

His five-day travel kit included the following:

• 1 two-piece linen suit on a hanger
• 1 dress shirt on a hanger
• 1 pair of jeans
• 1 pair of khakis
• 5 medium-weight to lightweight shirts
• 1 heavy sweater
• 2 flannel shirts
• 5 pairs of boxer briefs
• 5 pairs of sport socks

Her five-day travel kit included the following:

• 1 dress on a hanger
• 1 blazer on a hanger
• 1 blouse on a hanger
• 1 pair of heels
• 2 pairs of jeans
• 1 pair of light sneakers
• 5 pairs of underwear and 3 bras
• 1 pair of yoga pants
• 1 flannel shirt
• 1 hair dryer
• 1 curling iron
• 1 jewelry/makeup kit
• 3 pairs of sport socks
• 4 lightweight shirts

You use a garment folder by laying a suit or dress across the panels, folding them into themselves, and zipping up the inner compartment. A folder should be wide enough that a suit isn’t cramped, and it should include hanger straps (which should fit around everything, even larger plastic hangers) to keep things from shifting around too much. Some folding boards have 0.75-inch-diameter foam rolls in them to help prevent creases along the packed clothes’ fold lines. When you aren’t traveling with fancy clothes, you can take the whole apparatus apart and use it as luggage dividers in the main bag itself, or leave it at home, converting the suit/dress compartment into an extra packing cube.

Yeti doesn’t seem to have an easy way to order replaceable wheels. But the 3.5-by-1-inch wheels are fairly common, and we’re looking at the best possible alternatives.

Meet your guide

Kit Dillon is a senior staff writer at Wirecutter. He was previously an app developer, oil derrick inspector, public-radio archivist, and sandwich shop owner. He has written for Popular Science, The Awl, and the New York Observer, among others. When called on, he can still make a mean sandwich.

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The 7 Best Travel Luggage Carts in 2023 [Portable & Folding]

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Things To Consider With a Travel Luggage Cart

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If you are a frequent traveler, you know what a pain it can be to move luggage. Especially when it comes to longer trips that require more travel bags and luggage, having a compact and portable cart can be a lifesaver.

Luckily, there are many styles of luggage carts to choose from for your future trips, and some can even be folded and stored in your vehicle. In this guide, we’ll lead you through everything you need to know about the best travel luggage carts and their benefits.

Before buying a luggage cart for traveling, you need to consider the length of the trip and the amount of luggage you will carry . There are also other important considerations, including attaining permission to take the cart with you on an airplane or how much space the cart will take up if you’re traveling by car.

Before we dive into some of the best luggage carts out there, here are the most important things to consider when making your decision.

Size and Storage

If you are traveling by car or RV, you probably have little space to spare, so you could benefit from a compact-size luggage cart . These can easily fit into even the smallest storage spaces, and some can be folded and packed when empty.

This option can save you space and increase the usability of the luggage cart you decide to go with.

When looking for a luggage cart, you should consider durable materials to get the most out of your purchase. Although there are some cheaper variants that blend plastic and other materials , you can benefit the most from stainless steel and iron carts .

You can’t go wrong with these durable materials, which resist damage and rust. If you want stable support for carrying your luggage, metal-based options are a must-have.

Cart Platform

Perhaps the most important thing to consider when buying a travel luggage cart is the size of the platform . It can define the number of travel bags or suitcases you can carry along, and a larger-platform cart can be more difficult to find.

Bottom Line: Foldable and compact options usually come designed for smaller travel bags, so be aware of this aspect if you want to carry a bit more luggage with you.

The 7 Best Travel Luggage Carts

After learning about the necessary elements of a quality luggage cart, it’s time to look into the top options. We made sure to include a little bit of everything to suit all travel needs.

Ultimaxx Folding Compact Lightweight Premium Luggage Cart

If you simply need a compact travel cart for lightweight luggage, Ultimaxx folding cart is one of the best. It can easily fit a larger travel backpack , and it can even be folded and carried on a plane . This also makes it easy to store in your car or RV for road trips.

The entire cart is fully collapsible, so you can assemble and dismantle it while on the go. Metal construction, a sturdy handle grip, and a solid base mean it will be your travel partner for years to come.

What We Like:

• Durable cart that can be folded for easy storage

What We Don’t Like:

• Can’t fit larger travel bags

Pansonite Folding Luggage Cart

If you’re looking for an all-around great luggage cart, check out the Pansonite folding luggage cart. It comes with a weight capacity of 500 pounds and some other useful features such as 2 ropes for securing your luggage to the cart.

It has 7 wheels and a unique design enabling the entire handle to fold into the cart base. As for user convenience, thanks to the considerable weight capacity, it also makes a good option for a family trip.

Aluminum material ensures durability and offers powerful support for your luggage at all times.

• Clever folding makes it easier to carry
• Handle adjustment might be a bit tricky at first

KEDSUM Heavy Duty Folding Hand Truck

The Kedsum heavy-duty hand truck is one of the best hand trolleys for carrying travel luggage. It comes with a 155-pound weight capacity, so it’s perfect for a single user and 1 or 2 heavy travel bags.

This hand truck comes with 2 bungee cords that can be used to secure your luggage. It also includes a carrying bag so you can easily store it before assembling it for use with luggage. It’s made of alloy steel and is among the best options for short trips when you could use a handy yet compact-size luggage trolley.

• The rubber wheels for base support
• Has insufficient base size for carrying more than 1 bag

Coocheer Aluminum Folding Hand Truck Portable Luggage Cart

Coocheer’s aluminum folding cart is a great option for a single person in need of a luggage cart. It comes with 4 wheels and an optional 360-degree wheel rotation for convenient luggage carrying.

It has 2 adjustable gears with which you can set up the luggage cart and fold it once you are finished for easy storage. It also comes with 2 extra ropes for securing your bags. The material features a mixture of plastic and metal, which makes it lightweight enough to operate easily.

• 360-degree wheel rotation
• Can’t fit larger travel luggage

Monyus Portable Folding Hand Truck

This heavy-duty folding luggage cart is the perfect blend of powerful support in a compact size. With a sturdy base and an aluminum and polypropylene construction , it provides strong support for your luggage.

Rotating wheels and 2 elastic ropes for securing your luggage add up to user convenience. One of the unique features of this cart is that you can either pull out the handle or rotate the hand rod in a half-circle for maximum grip.

When assembled, this cart is 15.7 inches long and 12.4 inches wide, so it can easily fit into any storage compartment. It weighs a little under 4 pounds and has up to 110 pounds of carrying capacity for your travel bags.

• Rotating wheels and handle rod
• It might take a bit longer to assemble than other carts

Kole Imports Portable Folding Luggage Cart

If you need a heavy-duty cart that comes in a smaller size for easier storage, Kole Import’s portable cart might be the one for you. It offers more than enough base room for a larger travel suitcase or travel bags of different sizes.

Moreover, it includes a solid suitcase strap that holds the luggage in place and a non-slip base plate. With a load capacity of 110 pounds, your luggage will always be secure when you’re on the move. Metal construction offers powerful support and guarantees a long-lasting product for years of traveling.

• The travel bag strap for securing the luggage
• Doesn’t include ropes or hooks for additional stabilization

RMS Royal Medical Solutions Luggage Cart

An all-in-one solution for a travel luggage cart is the RMS Royal’s portable travel cart. This cart weighs only 2.8 pounds and has oversized rugged wheels that are perfect for handling any terrain.

This small-but-mighty cart can hold travel bags up to 28 inches in height and 15 inches wide with a maximum weight of 55 pounds. It also comes with all the features you might need, including elastic ropes and a handle that offers several levels of height.

• The quiet oversized wheels
• The extendable grip requires gentle handling

Ultimately, there’s a perfect luggage cart for everyone to use while traveling, and it can make your life a whole lot easier. Not only can these carts transport even larger luggage with ease, but you can also easily fold them up and store them just about anywhere.

Take note of the cart’s capacity and other features, and you’ll be sure to make a decision you won’t regret.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you carry a travel luggage cart with you.

Compact, foldable travel luggage carts can be carried, stored, and assembled as needed. Regardless of the vehicle, you can fit these small-size carts in just about any storage space.

How much weight can a travel luggage cart carry?

A compact travel luggage cart can carry 80 pounds or more. It all depends on the material of the cart and the size of the cart base where you put your travel bags or suitcases, as some only have space for 1 bag while others can hold more.

What is the most durable material for a travel cart?

The longest-lasting travel carts are made of stainless steel or aluminum blends. You can also find plastic options, but they usually won’t support heavy luggage, so keep the weight of your luggage in mind when choosing a cart.

How many suitcases can you fit on a travel luggage cart?

While many travel luggage carts can fit a single suitcase or travel bag, some can support more. Overall, the maximum is 3 smaller bags with heavy-duty carts, depending on the size of the cart base.

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Carbon capture and storage (CCS) is a proven technology suite and a vital part of reaching net-zero emissions by 2050, playing a role alongside other solutions like renewable energy, reforestation, and energy efficiency. CCS helps mitigate climate change by capturing CO 2 emissions before they can reach the atmosphere or by removing historical emissions from the atmosphere.

Safely and reliably transporting CO 2 from where it is captured to a storage site is the second stage in the carbon capture and storage (CCS) process. Transport of CO 2 occurs daily in many parts of the world, however, significant investment in transportation infrastructure is required to enable scale deployment.

How is CO 2 Transported?

Commercial-scale transport of CO 2 uses tanks, pipelines and ships for gaseous and liquid carbon dioxide. Liquid CO 2 occupies much less volume than its gas form, which is why it is often compressed into a liquid state before transport. Pipelines are – and are likely to continue to be – the most common method of transporting the very large quantities of CO 2 involved in CCS. CO 2 pipeline operators have established minimum specifications for composition. Once the CO 2 has been dried (to prevent corrosion) and meets the transportation criteria, the CO 2 is measured, compressed and transported to the storage site.

Transport of CO 2 can also be undertaken by truck, rail and ship. Trucks are used at some project sites, moving the CO 2 from where it is captured to a nearby storage location. Ship transportation is an alternative for many regions around the world without close access to storage. Already in use for transporting small amounts of CO 2 , larger scale shipments are likely to have much in common with the transportation of liquefied gas, which is a global industry.

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Carbon dioxide is much safer to transport than many other substances because it does not form flammable or explosive mixtures with air, like oil and gas do. Moreover, CO 2 is not directly toxic to humans or wildlife when released to the ambient air, except in the highly unlikely event that the release is catastrophic – meaning very rapid and in extremely high quantities. However, common safety measures, such as an auto shut-off function when pressure drops in a pipeline, make a catastrophic release highly unlikely.

CO 2 pipelines, and other transportation methods, are safe and closely managed under international standards. For example, in the US CO 2 pipeline safety is regulated by the federal Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and CO 2 pipeline safety data is publicly reported by PHMSA.

There is significant experience with CO 2 pipeline development and operation on land and under the sea. There are around 50 CO 2 pipelines currently operating in the US through over 8,000 km which transport approximately 70 million tonnes of CO 2 every year.

Does the Infrastructure Needed to Support CO 2 Transport Exist?

Extensive networks of pipelines already exist around the world, both on land and under the sea. In the United States (US) alone, there are about 800,000 km of liquid and natural gas pipelines, in addition to 3.5 million km of natural gas distribution lines.

However, pipeline infrastructure to support CCS will need to scale substantially. Reaching climate targets will require 70-100 capture facilities to be built each year. These facilities would need to be supported by 200,000 km of pipeline by 2050, with an average pipeline build rate of 5,200-7,200 km per year. Whilst this may appear challenging, a relevant analogue is the length of natural gas pipelines built in the last decade (8,000km/yr) and at peak construction rate in the 2000s (9,200km/yr).

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CCS networks continue to emerge as a preferred method of deployment. Networks link CO 2 sources close to one another to nearby geological storage. This relies either on ship or pipeline transportation of CO 2 . CCS networks are sometimes referred to as the ‘hub and cluster’ model, describing the ‘clusters’ of emission sources and the ‘hub’ that collects the CO 2 and redistributes it to a storage location.

Networks leverage economies of scale (lower per unit costs for constructing and operating CO 2 pipelines) and lower the barriers of entry for smaller CCS projects, which will be crucial to reducing emissions while supporting local jobs.

Several projects around the world have implemented a network strategy. In Canada, the Alberta Carbon Trunk Line (ACTL) project currently transports CO 2 from facilities in the Edmonton region and stores it in depleted oil and gas fields 240km away. In Norway, the Langskip (or Longship) project is developing the infrastructure to transport (via ships and a storage pipeline), inject, and store CO 2 from regional emitters across Europe by 2024. In the United Kingdom, the Humber and Teesside cluster (or East Coast Cluster) plans to capture and store 27 Mtpa by 2030, accounting for nearly half of all UK industrial emissions.

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While most electric vehicle (EV) charging—about 80%—happens at home, Combined Charging System (CCS) chargers play a vital role in providing quick top-ups during long road trips. In a vast country like the US, the ability to rapidly charge an EV is essential, especially for covering long distances. The CCS charging infrastructure enables fast charging and makes electric vehicles more practical for such journeys.

When the industry developed the CCS standard, the goal was to have a single connector type for both AC and DC charging. This universal connector was intended to be used by all EV manufacturers, promoting compatibility across the EV charging ecosystem.

Chapter 1: Understanding CCS Chargers

What is ccs (combined charging system).

The CCS is a standardized system designed for fast-charging electric vehicles. It brings together alternating current (AC) and direct current (DC) charging into a single connector, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of EVs. CCS uses the Level 2 charger as its base, adding two extra DC power lines which enable it to carry a higher voltage compared to the regular connector. If you're using a standard Type 2 charger, the bottom two holes on the connector remain unused because they're only for the CCS plug.

In the US, CCS connectors are the primary high-speed chargers found in public charging stations. In a fast-paced country, the need for quick on-the-road top-ups has never been more apparent. According to S&P Global Mobility , there are currently around 20,000 fast charging ports nationwide, which is not enough to cater to the growing EV market share for new vehicles. By 2030, it's estimated that EVs will account for 40% of cars on the road, which translates to approximately 28.3 million EVs in operation.

Analysts predict that around 172,000 DC EV chargers will be needed to meet the charging demands by the same year. This means the US must quadruple this number between 2022 and 2025 to meet the immediate charging needs. By 2027, about 109,000 fast chargers will need to be deployed across the country to keep up with the escalating demand for electric car and charging points.

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The need for this extensive charging infrastructure is not only a reflection of growing EV ownership but also an essential component for encouraging the widespread adoption of electric cars. CCS technology, with its compatibility, convenience, and fast charging capabilities, plays a pivotal role in addressing this challenge by facilitating a seamless charging experience for EV drivers.

Benefits of CCS chargers for EV drivers

Fast Charging : DC fast chargers are capable of delivering up to 350 kW of power output, significantly reducing charging times compared to traditional AC chargers. This is particularly crucial for long-distance travel, as it minimizes the time spent at charging stations, making EVs more practical for everyday use.

Convenience : The CCS connector combines both AC charging and DC charging, simplifying the charging process for EV owners. Drivers do not need to choose between different types of connectors or stations, as CCS chargers can handle various EV models with the same rapid charging connector.

Widespread Compatibility : CCS chargers have become a standardized solution in the US, compatible with a wide range of EV makes and models. This compatibility ensures that EV drivers can easily find and use a CCS charging station, reducing any concerns about charger compatibility.

Range Assurance : The availability of CCS chargers across the United States, often located along highways and in urban areas, provides EV drivers with the confidence to take longer trips. The convenience of fast charging and the widespread charging infrastructure contribute to reduced range anxiety.

Public Charging Networks : Major charging network providers have adopted CCS technology, resulting in an extensive network of CCS charging stations. This means that EV drivers have reliable access to charging infrastructure, ensuring that they can charge their vehicles both locally and during cross-country trips.

Types of CCS Chargers

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There are two primary types of CCS (Combined Charging System) connectors:

CCS Combo 1 (CCS1) : This type is commonly used in North America and Japan. It combines the standard SAE J1772 connector for Level 2 AC charging with the CCS DC fast-charging connector.

CCS Combo 2 (CCS2) : CCS Combo 2, also known as IEC 62196-3, is the European version of CCS. It combines the Type 2 connector for Level 2 AC charging with the CCS DC fast-charging connector.

The main difference between these two types is the AC connector (J1772 for CCS1 and Type 2 for CCS2) and the region where they are commonly found. Both types use the same style of CCS connector for DC fast charging, ensuring compatibility for high-speed charging.

Chapter 2: CCS Charging Speed and Capabilities

Ac vs. dc chargers.

AC Chargers

Charging Method : AC chargers provide power to the electric vehicle using alternating current, which is the type of electricity typically found in household outlets.

Charging Speed : AC chargers are generally slower than DC chargers. They are commonly used for Level 1 and Level 2 charging. Level 1 charging typically involves plugging your EV into a standard household outlet, which is the slowest option. Level 2 charging uses dedicated charging equipment and provides faster charging than Level 1 but is still slower than DC fast charging.

Use Cases : AC chargers are suitable for overnight or longer-duration charging, such as when your EV is parked at home, at work, or at destinations like shopping centers. They are not ideal for rapid or long-distance charging.

DC Chargers

Charging Method : DC chargers provide power to the electric vehicle using direct current, which is the type of electricity used in the vehicle's battery.

Charging Speed : DC chargers are significantly faster than AC chargers . They are the primary choice for rapid charging and long-distance travel. DC fast chargers, such as those used with CCS, provide high power levels, enabling EVs to charge quickly. Charging speeds can vary, but many DC fast chargers can provide a substantial amount of range in a relatively short time, often around 30 minutes to reach an 80% charge.

Use Cases : DC fast chargers are strategically located along highways and in urban areas to facilitate long-distance travel and quick top-ups. They are ideal for drivers who need to charge their EVs quickly, making it possible to continue their journey without significant delays.

Chapter 3: Where to Find CCS Chargers in the US

Ccs charger networks.

Here are some prominent CCS charger networks in the US:

ChargePoint : ChargePoint is a widely used charging network with a mix of Level 2 chargers and DC fast chargers, including CCS units. The charging stations are located in various settings, from businesses to public locations.

To find CCS charging stations in different states, consider these tips:

Use Charging Apps : Utilize charging station locator apps and websites that provide real-time information about the availability and location of CCS charging stations. Popular apps include PlugShare, ChargePoint, and Electrify America's app.

Check with Charger Networks : Visit the websites or use the apps of the major CCS charger networks mentioned above to search for charging locations, view availability, and access additional information, such as charging rates.

Plan Your Route : Before embarking on a long journey, plan your route using EV trip planning tools that can help you identify CCS charging stations along the way. This ensures you have a charging strategy in place.

Consult Your Vehicle's App : Some electric vehicle manufacturers provide apps that assist drivers in locating charging stations. These apps often include CCS chargers.

Verify Charging Compatibility: Before heading to a charging station, ensure that your EV is compatible with the CCS connector used by the network. Not all CCS chargers may work with every EV model.

Chapter 4: How to Use CCS Chargers

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How to Charge Your EV with CCS

Locate a CCS Charger : Find a CCS charging station using a charging station locator app, website, or your EV's built-in navigation system. You can also check the compatibility of the charger with your EV model.

Park and Prepare : Park your EV in front of the CCS charger, ensuring that the charging cable can reach your vehicle's charging port. Make sure your EV is turned off or in "park" mode.

Unlock the Charger : Some chargers require you to scan a QR code, use an app, or tap a card to initiate the charging session. Follow the instructions provided by the charger's operator.

Open the Charging Port : If your EV has a locked charging port, unlock it using your key fob or through the vehicle's touchscreen control panel.

Connect the Cable : Grab the CCS charging cable and insert it into the CCS connector on your vehicle. The connector should click into place securely.

Initiate Charging : Once the cable is securely connected, confirm the charging session on the charger's interface or through the app. Follow the prompts to start the charging process.

Charging Progress : Monitor the charging progress on the charger's screen or app. It typically displays information such as charging speed, time remaining, and energy delivered.

Safety Precautions : While your EV is charging, it's essential to follow safety guidelines. Stay near your vehicle, avoid leaving it unattended, and be mindful of the charging cable to prevent tripping hazards.

Ending the Session : When your EV is adequately charged or when you're ready to continue your journey, end the charging session. This may involve using the charger's interface, app, or tapping a card again.

Disconnect the Cable : Once the charging session is terminated, carefully remove the CCS connector from your EV. Place the cable back in its holder or the charger's designated area.

Close the Charging Port : Securely close and lock your EV's charging port, if applicable.

Payment : If the charger requires payment, follow the provided instructions to make your payment. This may involve scanning a QR code or using an app.

Leave the Charging Station : Once you've safely disconnected your EV from the charger and made any necessary payments, you're ready to continue your journey. Make sure to leave the charging station as you found it.

CCS Charger Compatibility

CCS chargers are designed to be compatible with various EV models available in the United States. Compatibility is primarily determined by the type of CCS connector used (CCS1 or CCS2), which aligns with the regional charging standards. EV manufacturers ensure that their vehicles are equipped with the appropriate CCS connector for their intended markets.

CCS1 connectors are typically used in North American and Japanese EVs, while CCS2 connectors are more common in European vehicles. As a result, CCS chargers in the US are equipped with CCS1 connectors, making them compatible with the majority of EVs available in the American market.

Chapter 5: Future of CCS Charging in the US

Upcoming developments.

The inclusion of CCS in the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) program, as well as the federal government's requirement for car charging companies to include CCS connectors, demonstrates the government's commitment to support CCS technology in promoting electric vehicle (EV) adoption in the United States. The $7.5 billion allocated for EV promotion highlights the importance of CCS infrastructure in the country's future green transportation.

The recent expansion of Tesla's Supercharger network to non-Tesla drivers, including participation from major car manufacturers such as Ford, GM, Nissan, and others, is an important step toward further CCS standards and interoperability among automotive manufacturers . This partnership demonstrates that the industry understands the need for a more uniform charging ecosystem, allowing EVs from different manufacturers to share the same charging infrastructure.

Despite competition and alternative electric vehicle charging options such as Tesla's Superchargers, CCS remains the most widely used fast-charging standard for electric vehicles worldwide. This widespread adoption reflects the electric motor industry's acceptance of CCS as a versatile and adaptable fast-charging technology.

The Combined Charging System (CCS) chargers have emerged as a pivotal player in electrification in the US. The technology not only enables fast and convenient charging for EV owners but also addresses the challenge of building an extensive and adaptable charging infrastructure across the country. With the growing adoption of EVs, the need for a seamless and standardized charging experience becomes more apparent than ever. CCS chargers have risen to this challenge by offering fast charging, widespread compatibility, and the assurance of extended range for EV drivers.

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You have several travel options to and from Moscow Domodedovo Airport, the fastest way is the Aeroexpress. The comfortable high-speed train takes you in about 45 minutes to Paveletsky Station, one of the main railway stations of Moscow in the south of the city. Twice per hour, there is a train to the city and vice versa. At metro station Paveletskaya, you can take metro line 2 to the centre of Moscow, the journey time to metro station Teatralnaya in the city centre is only 5 minutes.

Aeroexpress tickets Tickets are available at the Aeroexpress counters and ticket machines at the stations. An Aeroexpress ticket including a ride with the metro, tram or (trolley) bus costs 560 RUB, a separate metro ticket costs 55 RUB. Please consult website and timetable Aeroexpress for more information.

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A journey by public transport (bus and metro) to the centre of Moscow takes more time but will save you money in comparison to the train Aeroexpress. Bus line 308 runs between the bus terminal at Moscow Domodedovo Airport and metro station Domodedovskaya. The shuttle bus departs every 15 minutes between 06.00 hours and 00.00 hours, travel time is 30 to 40 minutes. During the night, the bus runs every 40 minutes. A ticket costs 150 RUB and is available from the bus driver, luggage is free of charge.

From metro station Domodedovskaya you can take metro line 2 to metro station Teatralnaya in the historical centre of the city, travel time is 30 minutes. Metro line 2 (Zamoskvoretskaya) is one of the busiest subway lines in Moscow. The price for a metro ticket is 55 RUB, that means the price for a trip from the airport to your hotel is 205 RUB. Please consult buses to and from Moscow Domodedovo Airport and website Moscow Metro  for more information.

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Gilt nur für Retouren aus Deutschland.

Ab Erhalt der Ware haben Sie bequem 1 Monat Zeit, um die Ware zurückzusenden, wenn sie nicht gefallen sollte.

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Die Zahlungsart Ratenkauf bieten wir unseren Kunden in Deutschland und Österreich ab 40 EUR Bestellwert in Zusammenarbeit mit Klarna Bank AB an.

Die Bezahlung erfolgt bequem mit Abbuchung von Ihrer Kreditkarte. Wir bieten Ihnen Zahlung mit VISA, MasterCard und American Express.

Unmittelbar nach Abgabe Ihrer Bestellung wird die Transaktion von Amazon automatisch durchgeführt.

PayPal ist ein Online-Zahlungsservice, mit dem Sie in Online-Shops sicher, einfach und schnell bezahlen.

Direkt nach Abschluss des Kaufprozesses erhalten Sie weitere Informationen zur Überweisung des ausstehenden Geldbetrags. Hinweis: Auf viele Produkte erhalten Sie bei dieser Zahlart 5% Rabatt extra.

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