Honorable Mentions
We try a lot of bags! Here are others that just did not earn a place in our top picks.
Photograph: Martin Cizmar
Carl Friedrik Carry-On for $545: This British brand positions itself as a quiet luxury bag. It has a distinctive appearance, with leather accents and typical high-end features like smoothly-rolling Hinamoto wheels, a built-in lock, and well-functioning latches. This is what you get if you want a classy appearance but don’t want disgruntled baggage handlers to target your Rimowa.
Aer Carry-On for $299: Aer’s admittedly more expensive carry-on has very nice Hinamoto ball bearings as well as wheel locks, for when you’re taking the shuttle to the car rental office.
Casetify Bounce Suitcase for $399: Casetify’s phone cases always earn a spot in our phone case roundups because they’re cute and customizable. So is the company’s first piece of luggage, which is…
