When it comes to traveling, the Karryon The crew knows a thing or two about packaging and carry-on luggage that will take your trip from average to hassle-free. Here’s our pick of the six best carry-on luggage brands from A to V to consider for your next getaway.
Carry-on luggage can be both functional and fashionable, with many established and new brands offering new features and styles so you can travel in style. And that doesn’t necessarily mean luxury brands or matching sets to look your best while in transit.
First and foremost, carry-on luggage should be durable, have wheels, and be light enough to easily tote around in an overhead compartment. Here are six of the best carry-ons that get the job done and look good too (sorry).
Antler – the Icon Stripe cabin
With 110 years of expertise under its belt (luggage), AntlersThe Icon collection is iconic for good reason. The Icon Stripe Cabin carry-on features chic colorways in on-trend shades like dark green, burgundy and pale pink, plus an expandable design for more storage. The recycled polycarbonate shell is durable and waterproof, with quiet spinner wheels for smooth travel through airports and city streets.
MSRP $299.
Globite – the lip gloss to take on the go
Another Australian brand with a rich history, Globite has been making luggage since 1911. Its Journey carry-on collection is guaranteed to make an airport splash with its vibrant tones of bright yellow, wasabi green and purple alongside pastels and black. The lightweight hardside suitcases feature Japanese-designed Hinomoto silent wheels and undergo rigorous testing, backed by a 10-year warranty.
MSRP $329.
July – Classic carry-on luggage
Popular Australian Startup July The brand has studied passenger pain points to bring technological innovation to the traditional luggage category. The brand is the official supplier of the Australian Olympic Team at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games. The first July carry-on bag is lightweight and designed to hold the maximum amount of luggage in its aerospace-grade German polycarbonate shell. With an ejectable power bank and USB-C ports, patented SilentMove wheels and text or emoji personalisation, it’s a real game-changer.
MSRP $325.
Kathmandu – Feather Flight Spinner Suitcase (from September 2024)
Outdoor equipment supplier in New Zealand KathmanduThe new Feather Flight carry-on luggage from is a featherweight 1.6kg while offering 40 litres of packing space, including a separate laptop compartment. One of the lightest carry-ons in its class, it offers durability thanks to a hard exoskeleton and lattice structure supporting a recycled ripstop nylon and durable polyethylene fabric exterior.
MSRP $349.98.
Rimowa – Original Cabin
German luggage manufacturer Heritage Rimowa is instantly recognizable by its distinctively grooved anodized aluminum cases. The Original Cabin is available in eye-catching emerald green as well as metallic silver, titanium and black. The innovative Multiwheel system ensures that the eight wheels swivel on the move while an adjustable flexible divider keeps your belongings in place.
MSRP $2,100 with a lifetime warranty.
Victorinox – Spectra 3.0 International Expandable Cabin Suitcase
If you are more of a maximalist, this Victorinox Carry-on luggage has you covered, with 20% more capacity. The Swiss-designed Spectra 3.0 looks like a locker, and with durable recycled polycarbonate and a lockable front compartment, it’ll keep your gear safe too. It features four Hinomoto double wheels, a USB port (power bank not included) and custom engraving.
MSRP $1,259.