The most popular hard-shell carry-on in its price class, beloved by WIRED staffers and consistently recommended across expert and community sources. Polycarbonate shell balances durability with reasonable weight.
most WIRED staffers have the basic Away polycarbonate carry-on ($275)
Wirecutter's budget pick and the lightest structured carry-on they've tested at just 5.4 lbs. Pedigree from a brand trusted by flight crews, with solid warranty coverage on zippers, wheels, and handles.
At just 2.5 lbs, this carry-on backpack is the lightest option tested by Wirecutter and their top pick for small carry-on travel. Clamshell design makes packing and organization genuinely easy.
Unique hybrid of soft-sided flexibility and hard polycarbonate back panel with two large fixed wheels. Built for travelers who want ruggedness without committing fully to a hard-shell bag.
A well-constructed hard-shell carry-on that skips the zipper entirely for a cleaner, more secure closure. Wirecutter calls it one of the better-built bags in its price range and a lighter alternative to aluminum suitcases.
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