I bought the July Carry-on Light Expandable in March but in multiple weeks of constant use in Europe I discovered its serious shortcomings and the near-uselessness of July's 100-day return option. Perhaps this mini-review-within-a-comment will be helpful to others considering this bag. Let me start with the least-important drawbacks: 1. When the two zippered compartments are both open they partially block access to one half of the bag or the other. This makes it more complicated to access both halves of the bag when packing or unpacking it. If the zippered covers hung over the outer edges of the bag, as they do in some other bags, it would be easy to pack things in both halves of the luggage at the same time. 2. There is no way to easily have access to any small items that you might use while traveling, like gloves or keys or a passport. Getting access to *anything* in the bag requires you to find a large horizontal space where you can open out both halves of the luggage and completely and unzip the compartment giving access to what you want to pack or unpack. If you're doing this in an airport the only place is probably the ground, which is awkward. 3. There is no side handle - only a single fixed handle on top. It is offset from the centerline, so when the bag is lifted by the handle it is lopsided and does not hang vertically for carrying, making it awkward to handle, for example, when lifting it to put it in an overhead bin. This problem is even worse when the luggage is expanded, which moves the handle even farther from the centerline, making it even more lopsided and more awkward to handle. 4. But for me the main and most-serious problem with this bag, and the one that makes it completely unusable for me, is the shape of the telescoping handle grip. The shape of the grip is curved so that when it's not extended it matches the curve of the bag. While this is stylish, it creates an asymmetric handle with a tilted-oval cross section. This is comfortable to grip but only when you position the bag next to you with the handle on the far side from your body. When you're rolling the bag, this position requires you to reach across the bag to control it with the handle. Nobody rolls a bag that way. You position the bag with the handle close to your body with the bag to the outside. Unfortunately, in this position, the grip doesn't fit your hand well at all. When you hold it tightly it digs into your palm and across the last joints of your fingers. I've asked people with hands both larger and smaller than mine and they all find it uncomfortable. This problem isn't apparent rolling the empty bag along a smooth surface when you first receive it, which you can do with a light grip. But when you load it and start to use it for travel it becomes uncomfortable. And in situations where you have to put extra torque on on the handle to control the bag - like when it's heavily loaded and/or fully expanded and/or rolling on carpet or rough pavement - gripping the handle tightly to control the bag becomes an ordeal. I used this bag as carry-on luggage on eight airplane segments, three train segments, two bus segments and a ferry segment and innumerable city streets, and I could hardly wait to get home and take advantage of the 100-day return option. And that brings me to the worst problem of all ... 5. The 100-day return policy. July says, "If you decide that this is not the product for you, send it back to us within 100 days of placing your order and we’ll reimburse you to the original payment method, as long as the product(s) meet the conditions set out in our return policy." Unless you click through to see the conditions you might think that you could return the bag if you're dissatisfied with its performance. But no. The return policy says that the bag has to be unused and in its original condition and with all its original packaging, including any dust bags. So if you actually *use* the bag during the 100 days and find it unsatisfactory it's already non-returnable. But if you can't use the bag in actual travel - or somehow simulate all the various conditions of actual travel without making the bag appear "used" - how can you determine whether this bag, or any July luggage, "is not for you"? Apparently July's policy only covers what can happen to the bag if it sits on a shelf for 100 days. Maybe it develops a smell you don't like? If anything shows up while you're actually putting it to the use it's intended for you're just out of luck. I appealed to July customer service and was told the same thing; they won't accept used bags for return. So I have an expensive bag that I'll never use again but I'm just out of luck. If I had clicked through to see how worthless the July return policy is I wouldn't have bought the bag. But I didn't click through so I don't have grounds for a complaint. What I can do though is warn others about the shortcomings of this particular bag and alert them to the fact that the 100-day return policy won't help them if they find any piece of July luggage to be unsatisfactory in actual use.

@awesomebeautiful8782

17 күн бұрын

Thank you for taking the time to write that! I hate these reviews when people have not actually used the bags with full loads on a trip. I appreciate you.

@dohadeer8242

14 күн бұрын

Thanks for your in-depth comments - I just bought one of these bags myself for a similar trip to yours. Given your comments about your experience with it I'm now rethinking the suitability of this bag for this type of travel. A real shame as the ultra low weight of this bag was what was really attractive to me - I'd gain essentially a kilo of packing weight.

@frangipanisandgirl

14 күн бұрын

Thanks for your detailed comment/review! Really good to know.

@DUNGSTA

12 күн бұрын

So you don't recommend this bag? 🤔

@spruceyt

12 күн бұрын

@@DUNGSTA I'm glad you picked up my subtle message!😉

I’m stunned by the fact that so many don’t have side handles. A side handle is a must for me especially in this category because they need to be lifted into overhead bins.

@awaytogether

Ай бұрын

This was a bummer for me as well. Criteria was lightest spinner luggage (6lbs or less)

@DUNGSTA

29 күн бұрын

You can hold the bag on the bottom when lifting

After tons of research, I picked up the Travelpro hard-shell, mostly due to the mesh curtain on both sides. That’s a critical feature, IMO. Years later, I still love the bag.

@mottawa1

10 сағат бұрын

They has terrible customer service for repairs.

Travel pro Maxlite rules! I’ve had it for a few years and looks brand new. Super light and great capacity!! Thank you, Nik, for your amazing research in this overlooked luggage category!!

I have been a big Travelpro fan for years and have both soft and hard cases, but Icelandair international baggage size for carry-on is shockingly small, specifically it can’t be wider than 7.78 inches. A huge thank you to you for introducing me to the July carry-on light, which meets the dimensions for Icelandair. I realize the colors are very limited right now, but for a two week carry-on only trip to France, It will do just fine. Together with my Sherpani travel backpack from REI, I should have all I need. Thanks!

These are very helpful video, I ordered my Monos based on your video, yes I used your link making it very easy. Thank you for doing this!😊

Thank you for this review video! It's super helpful!

Thank you ! Super video! We enjoy all of your honest comments!

Thank you for making this video!

Thank you for this very informational video!!!

I've owned two IT luggage suitcases and they have done so well for me. No frills, but really great quality for the price!

I purchased my first Samantha Brown bag a long time ago and fell in love with the small foot print it had when we put them on a bed. Four of us just arrived in London and we put our 2 bags on the bed. When I looked over at my friends bed their 2 bags took up the entire bed because they were clamshell style. Ours unzipped on the top edge and we used packing cubes, love, love, love. No unzipping a clamshell and flipping that heavy side open. Plus with packing cubes there are lots of places to put additional stuff like umbrella, shoes, food, souvenirs. I had to buy an extra bag in Orlando once and bought one in TJ Maxx same style and extremely light, also good.

Nice review! Our family loves the IT Luggage. Since my family packs a lot, we needed lightweight suitcases. In 2016, TJmaxx had the soft case IT luggage’s and they were patterned . We bought our first two sets of 3. They are still going strong and have traveled everywhere. My parents and siblings also pack a lot, and they also bought them. So, we all highly recommend the IT Luggage. Just bought the one you showed in the video too. TravelPro is another one we like as well. You won’t go wrong with either one.

Your closet is simple a dream! Not just the *luxdups* bags but the ready to wear that you have is absolutely stunning

Glad to know I made the right choice! love my Travelpro so much I bought one for my daughter too. My only tiny beef is the telescoping handle - I wish it had a third setting.

Thanks very much. Great video! Travel pro is my next bag for sure.

Excellent review and guide thanks

I just bought the July carry on lite and checked lite. Customer service was great! They had a 15% off sale, so I took the plunge. Next year I’ll be traveling to New Zealand and Australia and carryon bags are limited to 15 pounds. I purposely chose non expanding so I wouldn’t be tempted to overpack and then have to pay extra fees. I’ll be wearing a ScottE vest on the plane as well. I often travel solo and it will be great to have two bags that are not heavy.

I got the July carton light expandable! I really like it - so lightweight and easy to maneuver. Plus I got it in a moss green that makes it stand out from all the black bags. I really like that it doesn’t take up too much of my 8kg allowance.

Delsey Clavel Carry on is lightweight (5.2pounds), great telescopic handle, smooth wheels & stunning colours. Also expands to 42L. Near indestructable!

Great video. I am replacing my spinner that has sadly flown its last but I am now looking at 2 wheel bags and after this video the Travel pro Maxlight 5 international rollaboard carry on and the travel pro maxlight 5 rollaboard carry on are now at the number 1 spot. Thank you!

I still have my roller carry-on but recently bought a small backpack with luggage handles and disappearing straps. It's lighter with more capacity and more useful for adventure travel. I will be using this going forward. Wheels and a telescoping handle take up lots of space.

Very helpful and very well done Review thank you

Fantastic reviews so I subscribed

Really well done!!

I just returned from 30 days of travel throughout Spain and Portugal. I used the TravelPro Maxlite 5 Slim Carry-On Expandable Softside Spinner, which is almost identical to the compact, but slightly larger. I also had an Osprey Daylite Expandable 26+ that I passthrough the TravelPro handle. I can highly recommend the TravelPro and Osprey. Both for their quality and that combination.They served me well. I only had a couple of minor difficulties. One was slipping the Osprey pack through the TravelPro handle. It wasn't all that easy and if I put my MacBook Air and iPad Pro in the front zipped area of the TravelPro, the bag became a little tippy. I was overpacked for sure, but the combination was easily able to manoeuvre around planes, trains, automobiles, cobblestones, etc.

@zaidyahya6305

12 күн бұрын

Did you live in hostels or hotels? Curious as I’m confused that if I get a carry on I can’t fit them in the hostel lockers?

@user-hd2di9gy3r

12 күн бұрын

@@zaidyahya6305 No, I was mostly in small hotel rooms. On a few occasions the friends I was traveling with shared a larger AirBnb.

@sarapugh6700

9 күн бұрын

apparently the slim is only available in europe.

Great reviews!

Really helpful and shows currently available products. Thanks.

@awaytogether

Ай бұрын

That was the goal! Glad it was helpful. Thanks for watching

Very well done! Thank you! 😊

Great video. Thanks!

We have two of the Maxlite 5 two wheel version which has more capacity and we love them.

Very cool vid, thanks!

Thanks so much! Appreciated this video!!! Have you reviewed the Samsonite Essens Carry-On Spinner?

Thank you so much. You have saved me a lot of work. Much appreciated. May you all please take care and stay safe. Louisa. 👏👏👏❤️❤️❤️🤩🤩🤩

Thank you. Extremely helpful. UK

Great video, Nik. Thanks for putting so much effort into this one. I was pleasantly surprised with the overall winner, as I bought a Travel Pro Max 5 last year. But I'm a little bit concerned that my bag is the 21" model, not the compact one. Do you think the 21" still complies as carry-on for international airlines?

Great choices. I purchased the Monos, when you recommended it on one of your videos; and I love it. But all of these look like good choices, also. I would love to hear your thoughts on Medium and Large check in luggage. Thank you 😊

4:47 for the Travelpro Maxlite 5. A variant sometimes shows up on Amazon or TJMax or Marshall’s. I like it, except the lid expands beyond the wheels making it tippy if full. The laptop panel version adds 8 ounces. On my scale the regular mode is 5.5 lbs, ymmv (or your scale may vary).

Thanks for the solid info. When I was researching this a while back and these were items I thought were important, concerned about or avoided: avoid wobbly handles Wheels should steer straight Avoid single wheels How far it will roll, should roll freely Avoid heavy bag, light is good Dont buy just because its attractive Must have space/expanse below top of bottom wheels, i.e. embedded wheels are better Poor quality zippers - should glide smooth Side handle needed, and on correct side for you Inside should have space all the way into corners

I wish I would have watched before buying my solgaard luggage. The carry on closet is super heavy if I ever have to weigh…thanks for the video!

I too have been trying out different carry on luggage for an upcoming European trip and have found the it Luggage World’s Lightest New York Softside 8 Wheel Spinner, handle is wide so runs down the sides on case instead of down the middle. Loads of room and I’m not concerned about the handle as I’ll have a backpack! Reasonable price as well!

I just returned from 6 weeks in Europe. They only allow 10 kg (22 lb)total for carryon which is much smaller than the US so I had to check my carry on which they lost in Portugal hours before I boarded the Queen Mary cruise. I bought IT carryon in South Hampton Primark store at West Quay mall for 40£ - about $50 usd. IT did the trick on the 1 week cruise and flew well to my home in the US.😊

I love my Briggs & Riley (U-122CSXP-7) expandable spinner, thank you

Thank you Nick

I have been very pleased with the Delsey Paris Helium Aero carry on. Less than $120 on Amazon depending on your color choice.

I bought the Delsey Dauphine softside in 2006, still using it. From India to USA to EU. Less than 4lbs. No sweat for international budget airlines.

Super great comparison video! I appreciate your time and investment! I do have one question. Would you agree that the larger sizes of these brands are just as good as the carry ons you reviewed? Thank you so much!

I really appreciate this review as I've spent hours researching this exact category online. Have you done a review of the Biaggi Runway Hybrid? If so, please point me to it. Thanks so much!

Well done!

Awesome video with such helpful considerations. Would you consider a review on the Underseat Pro bag and other underseat options? ✅👏🏻

@awaytogether

Ай бұрын

Underseat video is on the list!!!!

I have a TravelPro Maxlite 3 - wish I could buy several more- large top that holds a suit and several shirts. I don't like spinners - makes you walk twice as wide - prefer the two wheels behind me. Great video - very helpful.

Excellent video

This was a very helpful video. I am a bit new to your channel and I wonder if you have ever reviewed any of the backpacks that Rick Steves sells, one with wheels.

Love the curls! 💪💪💪🤣

This is great, we've been trying to improve of packing / traveling game, and always seems we fall short, we often if not always bring back bottles of booze from our travels, could you review travel with wine suitcases please?

In India we have Samsonite 72h DLX which is a soft sided luggage and weighs only 1.8kg or 3.97 pounds. Had heard great about it. Was surprised not a mention about it in the video.

The July carry-on light has been on my list for the last two months, but the color I want has been out of stock so I haven’t made the purchase yet. It’s so nice to see a comparative review featuring it. I haven’t considered the expandable version until now… Thank you for another amazing luggage review and comparison video.

@DUNGSTA

29 күн бұрын

So which are you getting? 🤔

@tone03tone

Күн бұрын

Same here. I wanted chocolate brown and at the time they took the feature to customize your initials off the website. By the time they brought the feature back, the color was sold out

Ironically, as soon as I watch this video, I went and looked at my luggage and a leg/wheel was broken. I have a trip coming up soon and since I don’t have much time to think, I bought the IT piece and a 25 inch. So far so good! It is so light and I love the wheels a lot. I got everything in there and still have some extra weight left. I’m taking it on a one month cruise. I think it will do the job!

I got the Travelpro Maxlite 5 two wheel softside for my trip to Singapore last spring as it fits 45L. I really like it. Not a spinner, but it did well.

@shetaz905

27 күн бұрын

Two wheels work great on cobblestone!

July, looks very nice

I don’t know what I think. Weight is important but I MUST have a side handle. I am very short and it is necessary to carry the bag up or down stairs I have to turn it on its side to clear the steps. The July looks great but doesn’t appear to have a side handle. Currently I have a roam. Thanks for the comparisons.

@awaytogether

Ай бұрын

Pamela, I'm with you! The criteria for this video was spinner luggage under 6lbs. I bought the lightest and realized one of the first ways to cut weight is apparently getting rid of the side handle! :(

You should try the Cabin Max Velocity for $140. Unfortunately in the US you can’t get it with the locks. You have to buy those separately. It’s 16x8x22” and weighs 5.3 pounds.

Hi Nik, any thoughts on the best convertible rolling bag?

I was hoping Samsonite's Ecodiver Carry-on Wheeled Duffel would make the list ... really want to see some review on it before getting my hand on one

Since 2018, I've been using a Samsonite Cosmolite (used to be called Black Label, and it's made in Europe, but sold in the US, too). It weighs 3.7 lbs. It was the only lightweight spinner I could find at the time and it's been my only carry-on roller since then, traveling multiple times per year to Europe (except 2020-21 due to pandemic). In the last year, it's been on four international trips -- France, Italy, France, France! BUT -- I CHECKED it on every return to the US and it still looks brand new, like the day I bought it! The apartment I rent in Paris has 64 steps, old, wooden, spiral and I need to carry that bag up by myself (I'm now 70 years old) and I prefer to not need assistance lifting my bag into the overhead. I don't check another bag and my under seat bag is what varies. On my most recent trip of 3.5 weeks/3 locations in France, I packed two pairs of jeans, silk pants, silk blazer, a skirt, cardigan, four tees, 2 short-sleeve blouses, two long-sleeve; PJs, lingerie, a pair of sneakers, a pair of loafers; three leather belts; three square scarves; one Wallaroo hat; five pairs of socks; a pack towel; a rain jacket, umbrella, non-liquid toiletries; laundry items like collapsible hangers, mesh bag, laundry sheets, hanging clothes pegs; a travel mirror; an Anker Nano power strip, European adapter. (I wore another cardigan, tee, heaviest pants and shoes, trench coat, on the plane.) My total bag weight for personal item and my Samsonite was 25 lbs, with 22 being the roller packed. That's as heavy as I can manage. I continuously look at carry-ons and I'm yet to break away from my Samsonite. It has a great side handle for carrying. It rolls great. The single handle isn't as much of an issue as I thought, so it hasn't frustrated me into changing luggage. Now -- I'm looking for the best under seat personal item sized bag that has a clamshell opening instead of a black hole! LOL I can find only backpacks, which isn't a style I like (and I've tried several).

@bryanfunk4151

8 күн бұрын

Mine broke first time out. On smooth airport and hotel lobby floors. Wheels making noise and handle pulling away from the bag.

@lpsrq2

8 күн бұрын

for underseat bag, try a nomad bento bag - small enough to fit under the seat of a stingy United Airlines 17x10x9 requirement. it has a clamshell opening. amazon has it for much less than nomad itself

@ffcwatercolors5552

7 күн бұрын

@@lpsrq2 I've got a 34L Pacsafe backpack coming to see if it works. While a backpack, it's clamshell and weighs less than the Bento. Thanks for the idea...if the PacSafe doesn't look like it suits me, I'll order a Bento

@ffcwatercolors5552

7 күн бұрын

@@bryanfunk4151 yikes

It would be interesting if you compare the clamshell vs top open bags like the Lojel Cubo etc. Not that many comparisons out there

Keep in mind that Ryan Air depth is the narrowest at 20cm! Most of these bags other than July are deeper than that!

Great reviews. Thanks for the work. I bought my Monos bag on your recommendation and love it. 💕 Is it m imagination or are your sideburns longer?🤔

@awaytogether

Ай бұрын

Haha thanks! I was in desperate need of a haircut at the time of filming this.

What are your thoughts on the $170 carryon from Target? Thanks

With all your travels, do you prefer soft side or hard side luggage?

Thoughts on the heys Airlite? Compares to your list?

You missed one of the lightest bags-Lipault. They are owned by Samsonite. It come in 2 and 4 wheel designs and weighs 4.8lbs. The website often runs sales. The large bags are also light-under 7lbs.

I’m surprised you didn’t include the monos international carry on for your review

Is travel pro approved for international and all the American 🇺🇸 Airlines? Southwest etc

Thanks sir

I think excluding the Rimowa is a bad idea, I recently switched to them with my main luggage because Samsonite repair costs were absolutely insanely high. Rimowa meanwhile fully covers all functional damages in full forever. So obviously most options are cheaper, but if you use something for 15 years this will even out. My Samsonite carryon did cost 300$, repair now costs the same. That's about 100US$ a year to own and use this and I am not a super heavy user. My next repair will push the price to the Rimowa essential cabin but if I had the Rimowa I can just walk in any Rimowa shop worldwide and get most things fixed on the spot. I tried to get my Samsonite fixed in Tokyo and the shops wouldn't even take it... Had to send it in, at my own expense obviously. For me your assessment is only valid if you are a very light user or change luggage in 3-5 years anyways and always will have this as carry on in absolutely controlled circumstances. Aome of these bags would be done after a couple of tours through the cargo hold...

I need the extra pockets.... otherwise I have to take a big purse!. Regarding TSA lockets, if this is a carry on I do not think they are so essential. However some people might miss them in the travel pro.

Travelpro is my favorite brand, for any luggage. Less expensive than Samsonite, and better quality in my opinion.

Where did you purchase the IT Lykke Cabin carry on? The link takes me to a British site and they don't ship to America.

My Brics bag broke on the wheel after 2 uses purchased from Nordstrom Rack. Tried to call the warranty on the label and they either didn't answer or it's not economical to send back and fix so it went in the trash. Glad you didn't waste time on Brics. My eagle creek bag got trashed by American airlines. I still have to find out about no matter what warranty. So I appreciate the review and comments!

@awaytogether

2 күн бұрын

Sorry you had that experience!

I was sold on Monos but then came across Quince carry-on. Have you had an opportunity to look them over? The price is tempting.

Can those carry on bags support a 14kg / 30 pounds Backpack resting on top of them? (Hooked to the handle)

Samsonite has plenty of ultra light models available in Europe. Ridiculously light ones. Samsonite Airea and Litebeam are 1.8 kg (just under 4 pounds) for the cabin model. Liteshock is even lighter with 100 grams less. And it luggage has a model that weights 1.56 kg (under 3.5 pounds).

I love my carry on - Samsonite Airea. Much lighter than all the rest - only 1.8 KG. It has a few versions, mine is the strict one, there is an expandable version as well. it is the best for international travel, and somehow it's been overlooked in all the reviews I see online, and for no good reason. Used it for 2 years already, and I highly recommend it.

Every bag should have litre capacity, how much can you fit in the bag! Size really matters

I’d love a review of the smallest and lightest carryon bags. Expandable and non expandable. I think most people agree that a side handle is necessary, nice wheels, good organization, non wobbly handle, decent price. lol. Does such a bag exist?

Hi, do the heights include the wheels? Great video!

@awaytogether

Ай бұрын

Yes

Have you looked into Cabin Zero or Cabin Max??

If going carry-on only, which I always try to do, I'd never use a spinner as it loses so much volume compared to recessed double wheels. Weight counts but so does packing space.

@susansmith864

23 күн бұрын

PS Have used Aerolite 2-wheel and the Brics 2-wheel extensively and they have lasted for years.

We bought both of the Travel Pro carry-ons last year (I did get the rollaboard soft-sided and my husband the hard sided). We have been very happy with them on multiple international trips.

is there anything smaller and lighter on the market that is decent? struggling to find anything. i find these types of bags are ok for flights but when travelling on metros and trains, even these can become a bit too cumbersome.

July

Did you take your measurements from the handle is closed down to the bottom of the wheels? The airlines are getting more and more picky. On the travel pro soft side that you show, Will the dimensions meet the 22 / 14 / 9 total dimensions? Travel pro has both at 20 and a 21 inch carry on. The 20 inch, according to the website, is the 22x14x9.

@awaytogether

Ай бұрын

Smaller of the two. Yes measured full bag. Travelpro posts measurements according to their internal dimensions - kind of tricky. I took (and showed) external dimensions.

Her variety of textures is impressive. From smooth leather to textured suede, there's something for everyone *luxdups*

ANY RESEARCH ON HEYS PRODUCTS?

Carry-on sizing has become more restrictive. Both American and Alaska list maximum carry-on dimensions of 22"x14"x9". The "best overall" choice TravelPro Maxlite 5 has overall dimensions of 23"x14.5"x9". I wouldn't worry too much about being asked to use the sizer when flying domestically on these carriers, but it could absolutely cause problems with an ultra low-cost carrier or when flying internationally.

@awaytogether

29 күн бұрын

Those measurements aren't reflective of the Maxlite 5 shown in this video. Take a look at the compact 20 in.

I tried the link for the IT Lykke bag, but it went to a UK site priced in pounds and said its out of stock. Is that the correct one?! I finally found their USA site but it only has in 22inch size so wont work for INTERNATIONAL flight carryon!

Hey Nik, you rated the Monos as your #1 choice a year ago. If you had to pick between the Monos and the Maxlite 5, which would you choose? Thanks!

@awaytogether

Күн бұрын

Depends on the goal - for lightweight, I have to give it to Maxlite 5 or July Expandable. For my favorite hardshell all around - still monos.

I liked the spinner wheels on my level 8, but it was just too heavy for my 4 week Europe trip. I bought and am still waiting to get the TravelPro with two wheels. I have heard the 2 wheels are better in Europe. Did you find any preference between 2 or 4 wheels?

@awaytogether

Ай бұрын

I'm still a 4 wheel fan. The lost internal space is not that much IMO and 4 wheels are nice when you need them. It's 2 wheeled luggage when you decide you want to roll it that way too.

@jgheart3018

26 күн бұрын

@@awaytogether also, on the it luggage you recommended, the wheels attach on the outside, so no internal space is lost in the corners. This feature really does give you additional packing cube space.

I think the reason why you do not seeing a brand like Briggs & Riley on this list is the lifetime warranty they offer. My guess is that long-term durability is going to suffer when you go for the lightest weight. Travelpro may have figured this out, but I would be skeptical of most of the other brands.