Best Checked Luggage
Top checked luggage ranked by transparent trust scores.
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9.4
Excellent
Away The Large
Ranked #1 based on expert reviews, user sentiment, and value analysis.
#1
9.4
Excellent
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Ranked #1 based on expert reviews, user sentiment, and value analysis.
Pros
- Durable polycarbonate hardshell
- Durable polycarbonate hardshell
- Interior compression system
Cons
- No expandable zipper
- No expandable zipper
- Premium price point
Don't buy this if…
- Polycarbonate shells can scratch — cosmetic marks are normal and do not affect structural integrity.
- Polycarbonate shells can scratch — cosmetic marks are normal and do not affect structural integrity.
#2
9.2
Excellent
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Ranked #2 based on expert reviews, user sentiment, and value analysis.
Pros
- Lightweight at 10.1 lbs
- Lightweight at 10.1 lbs
- Expandable adds 2 inches depth
Cons
- Zippers less secure than aluminum frames
- Zippers less secure than aluminum frames
- Shell is flexible, not rigid
Don't buy this if…
- The expandable section should only be used on check-in — expanded bags may exceed carry-on limits.
- The expandable section should only be used on check-in — expanded bags may exceed carry-on limits.
#3
9.0
Excellent
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Ranked #3 based on expert reviews, user sentiment, and value analysis.
Pros
- Ballistic nylon is tear-resistant
- Ballistic nylon is tear-resistant
- PowerScope telescoping handle
Cons
- Softside offers less crush protection
- Softside offers less crush protection
- Heavier than hardside at 12 lbs
Don't buy this if…
- Ballistic nylon can absorb water in heavy rain — use the included wet-weather cover for protection.
- Ballistic nylon can absorb water in heavy rain — use the included wet-weather cover for protection.
#4
8.7
Excellent
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Ranked #4 based on expert reviews, user sentiment, and value analysis.
Pros
- Iconic aluminum construction
- Iconic aluminum construction
- Lifetime functionality guarantee
Cons
- Very expensive luxury item
- Very expensive luxury item
- Heavy at 14 lbs empty
Don't buy this if…
- Aluminum shells dent rather than crack — dents are cosmetic but cannot be popped out easily.
- Aluminum shells dent rather than crack — dents are cosmetic but cannot be popped out easily.
#5
8.5
Excellent
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Ranked #5 based on expert reviews, user sentiment, and value analysis.
Pros
- CX compression technology
- CX compression technology
- Lifetime unconditional guarantee
Cons
- High price point
- High price point
- Heavy at 13 lbs
Don't buy this if…
- The CX compression system requires pushing firmly to re-compress — do not force the zippers alone.
- The CX compression system requires pushing firmly to re-compress — do not force the zippers alone.
#6
8.3
Good
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Ranked #6 based on expert reviews, user sentiment, and value analysis.
Pros
- Very affordable hardside option
- Very affordable hardside option
- Fun color and pattern options
Cons
- ABS less durable than polycarbonate
- ABS less durable than polycarbonate
- No TSA lock built in
Don't buy this if…
- ABS plastic is more brittle than polycarbonate — avoid checking with fragile items near the shell walls.
- ABS plastic is more brittle than polycarbonate — avoid checking with fragile items near the shell walls.
#7
8.1
Good
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Ranked #7 based on expert reviews, user sentiment, and value analysis.
Pros
- Crushproof and weather-resistant
- Crushproof and weather-resistant
- Pressure equalization valve
Cons
- Very heavy at 15+ lbs
- Very heavy at 15+ lbs
- No expandable option
Don't buy this if…
- The heavy empty weight means less packing capacity within airline weight limits.
- The heavy empty weight means less packing capacity within airline weight limits.
#8
7.9
Good
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Ranked #8 based on expert reviews, user sentiment, and value analysis.
Pros
- Bayer Makrolon polycarbonate shell
- Bayer Makrolon polycarbonate shell
- Hinomoto Japanese wheels
Cons
- Less brand recognition than legacy luggage brands
- Less brand recognition than legacy luggage brands
- Corner guards add slight width
Don't buy this if…
- The expansion adds significant depth — check airline dimension limits before expanding for your flight.
- The expansion adds significant depth — check airline dimension limits before expanding for your flight.
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