The COVID-19 pandemic may have scuppered our 2020 holiday plans, but with travel restrictions gradually easing, now’s the time to equip yourself with the luggage you’ll need for your next big adventure, wherever and whenever that may be.
Finding the right suitcase for a longer getaway can be a challenge. It must be spacious enough for all your holiday essentials, while leaving you enough room to bring back a souvenir or two. It must be durable, and light enough when empty that you can pack everything you need without exceeding your weight limit.
Whether you’re jetting away for a fortnight, consolidating two people’s clothing into one bag, or simply don’t do "packing light", the GHI is here to help. Our top picks are:
What should I look for when buying a suitcase?
The type of luggage you should buy depends on the way you travel - try to consider the practicalities before being enticed by the endless colours and styles available!
Size: Will the suitcase fit in your car’s boot and be easy to lug about? If you think you might struggle, look for a robust yet lightweight option.
Weight: The weight limit for checked baggage varies between airlines and excess baggage charges are notoriously extortionate, so look it up before you travel. The best suitcases we tested weighed as little as 2.3kg when empty, with bulkier options coming in at up to 6.2kg. If you’re a frequent traveller, it might be worth investing in some luggage scales.
Durability: Checked luggage must be able to withstand the rough handling it will inevitably encounter during transit. It should be easy to manoeuvre along bustling streets while feeling sturdy enough to wheel across bumpy terrain.
Wheels: Most suitcases are four-wheelers, sometimes referred to as spinner suitcases, that can be wheeled alongside you as well as pulled behind. Two-wheeled suitcases tend to have slightly bigger wheels and can be easier to pull up and over kerbs, but we generally prefer the versatility and balance of spinners.
Handles: Suitcases with handles on the top and side, in addition to the towing handle, are easier to lift onto luggage racks, airport baggage scales and off baggage carousels. Most towing handles are telescopic and retractable for comfort.
Expandability: Many suitcases feature an expandable panel that can be unzipped for at least 10% additional packing space. Four of the cases in our roundup are expandable.
Storage: Internal pockets can be found inside most hard-sided and soft-sided suitcases. Look for small integrated pockets, larger pouches that can fit a laptop, removable laundry bags, and garment sections that help keep suit jackets crease-free. External pockets are usually only found in soft-sided suitcases, but are useful for stowing additional items that you want to grab quickly.
Is hard or soft luggage better?
Hard-sided suitcases have a rigid exterior that’s usually made from moulded polypropylene, polycarbonate, ABS plastic or aluminium. These materials are used to make car bumpers and crash helmets, so you can rest assured that they’re durable. Newer models are lightweight and many have an internal divider for better organisation. They don’t have external pockets, but there are usually one or two inside.
Soft-sided suitcases are made of polyester, nylon or a mix of both. They often feature expandable sides, offering you extra internal capacity. Though generally less water-resistant than their hard-sided counterparts, most soft-sided suitcases have a waterproof PVC lining to keep your belongings dry in light rain. They offer a range of internal and external pockets - just remember to padlock any valuables away.
Is it a good idea to lock your luggage?
Yes, a padlock is essential wherever you travel. Padlocks that feature the red Transport Security Administration (TSA) logo are highly recommended if you’re travelling to the USA.
These TSA-approved locks have a universal master key. The TSA has a copy of this key, meaning American airline security personnel can open your suitcase and examine its contents without damaging it.
Most of the cases in our top 10 feature a TSA-approved lock, except the Lipault model, which comes with a combination padlock.
How we test
Every suitcase is put through a series of rigorous real-life tests. We weigh them when empty, then pack a fortnight’s worth of clothing and holiday essentials to see how well each suitcases fits and securely hold items.
We test their manoeuvrability across a range of common surfaces – including tarmac, concrete, carpet and cobbles – to check how stable they are in motion and how easy they are to pull. We look at the durability of the wheels, casing and corners, and also test each suitcase’s water resistance.
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