These top-rated luggage pieces will upgrade your travel game.
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If we had to rank travel items in terms of how essential they are, a trusty carry-on would undoubtedly land pretty high on the list. No matter what you’re packing or where you’re going, you’ll need a reliable carry-on bag to keep your personal belongings safe and secure from the wear and tears of travel, and of course, to avoid pesky checked bag fees and lost luggage.
Between tried-and-true carry-on luggage and conveniently-designed (and spacious) weekender bags, there are plenty of great options when it comes to picking out the right one for your next trip. And fortunately for you, Amazon has plenty of best-selling suitcases, duffel bags, and travel backpacks for the rest of your winter trips and beyond. These deals won’t last forever, so we've rounded up the 11 best carry-on luggage pieces, all under $100 for your next adventure.
This hardside carry-on from Amazon Basics is a stellar option that has earned more than 34,000 perfect ratings for its durable exterior, expandable design, and four multi-directional spinning wheels that’ll glide you and your personal belongings through any airport with ease. Even better, it’s equipped with three zippered pockets and a spacious, expandable interior to hold even more clothes — and it's only $81.
In terms of traveler approval, the Coolife 20-Inch Carry-On has quite the loyal fanbase. One shopper said that they “love everything about this [bag]" and dubbed it the “perfect size for travel, even if it’s just a weekend trip in the car." They also gushed over its thoughtful design: "There’s lots of compartments and room for a couple days of clothes and toiletries, but the wheels are the best for ease of movement.” It also doesn’t hurt that this hardshell suitcase boasts an affordable price tag of just $60.
This adorable and sturdy carry-on is a top-rated suitcase thanks to the trifecta of its lightweight design (it's just under 8 pounds), durable hardshell exterior, and eight (yes, eight) multi-directional spinner wheels will help you easily navigate through crowded airports, cobblestone streets, and beyond without a second thought or breaking a sweat. And, as a cherry on top, it happens to be on sale for more than half off; grab it while it's just $58 this weekend.
Finding a bag that can fit under an airplane seat isn’t always an easy feat, but this softside rolling underseater does just that, making it an excellent carry-on option for business travel, short weekend trips, and more. At roughly 13.4 inches by 9.5 inches by 14 inches, this "small but mighty" underseat carry-on provides impressive-yet-compact space to hold onto all of your belongings with ease.
Claiming the top spot as Amazon’s best-selling carry-on suitcase, Travelers Club's Chicago 20-inch luggage is a quality buy. In fact, one shopper said that adding it to their travel gear was the “best decision ever," adding that “it made [their] way around the airport so smooth and easy.” It also comes in 14 different hues so you can stand out (the biggest deals are on the pink fuschia and a blue teal colors), and as if it couldn’t get any better, its interior expands for extra packing capacity.
While everyone needs a good rolling luggage in their collection, if you’re traveling light or hoping to pack an extra bag, this duffel is Amazon’s best-selling choice for any and all of your upcoming trips. And, it just so happens that this weekender also has a genius built-in shoe compartment that can also be used to keep your dirty laundry separate from your clean clothes. In terms of carrying power, one traveler was happy to report that this handy tote can hold “two pairs of sneakers, two pairs of sandals (one being a platform), and about four outfits along with my toiletries and accessories.” Clip the on-site coupon to unlock extra savings.
Traveling with a large backpack is one of my favorite ways to travel lately because it’s hands-free and easy to carry around. If you’re looking to upgrade your travels with a carry-on backpack, you can’t go wrong with this water-resistant one that’s equipped with several spacious compartments to hold onto your laptop, personal belongings, and several outfits. Snag it for $33 today.
I personally swear by this travel backpack, and I must not be the only one because it’s also an Amazon best-seller. Between its cushioned back panels and shoulder straps, spacious interior, and convenient USB port this backpack truly has it all — and then some. I use it on hikes, as a commuter bag, for the gym, for weekend trips, and beyond. If you’re looking for a travel backpack to switch up your carry-on game, I truly can’t recommend this one enough.
This game-changing $10 travel bag measures just 18 inches by 13 inches by 6.3 inches, and boasts a water-resistant design and built-in luggage strap, making it the quintessential tote. Its size also conveniently meets the requirements for a personal item on Spirit and Frontier Airlines, a.k.a. you won't have to worry about paying any additional bag fees because it always flies free. It also folds down into a compact size that’s perfect for throwing into your suitcase to bring back extra souvenirs.
Duffel fans need to check out this top-rated lightweight weekender tote that has six internal and two external pockets to hold onto all of your essentials. With its portable size, it fits seamlessly under airplane seats and even has an extra luggage sleeve to attach to your suitcase handle for easy maneuvering. Available in dozens of different colors and styling options, you really can’t go wrong with this $22 duffel.
Boasting over 28,000 five-star ratings, Amazon shoppers call this carry-on backpack the “perfect travel backpack” after using it to store all of their personal belongings on various styles of trips, ranging from a five-day Disney vacation to a two-week trip abroad. There’s clearly plenty to love about this backpack, but its convenient USB port, comfortable straps, and 52-liter carrying capacity are among its top perks.
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