

But they had to use the expander, which adds 2 inches to the depth and could make it too big to qualify as carry-on luggage. It could fit everything into the dual main compartments and pockets. It stood up surprisingly well to several bat swings - no scuffs or tears to speak of. This expandable spinner suitcase has a premium fabric exterior with genuine leather piping and chrome hardware. Our favorite softside carry-on is the Travelpro Platinum Elite. You'll need to get your own powerbank for the USB charging port, and it's a little harder to pull on two wheels. The Details: 9.1 pounds | 29 x 19 x 10.5 inches | Expandable | 4 spinner wheels Plus, the price is more than reasonable, and SwissTech backs it with a generous 15-year warranty. However, it did everything we'd want softside checked luggage to do, making it a great option for longer trips and international travel. This suitcase is pretty standard-looking, and we wish it came in more colors. It rolls smoothly over both hard flooring and carpet and even performed surprisingly well when we pulled it over gravel. It has eight spinner wheels (technically four sets of casters) and a locking telescopic handle with an ergonomic grip. We found the SwissTech Executive simple to maneuver, too. We noticed only one small superficial mark, and the whole thing seems easy to wipe clean. It held up after being pushed off a table and clobbered with a bat. (Generally speaking, the higher the denier, the more durable the material.) This suitcase seems sturdy and long-lasting.

We had no problem fitting everything on our list and feel like we could have packed lots more. It has some great pockets inside for organizing items, as well as a small removable pouch. We were impressed by the spacious capacity and thoughtfully placed storage compartments. Measuring 29 x 19 x 10.5 inches, it's on the larger side for checked luggage, and the expander adds another 2 inches to the depth. Our top choice is the SwissTech Executive Upright Suitcase. There aren't many color options, and it doesn't have smart features.
