LEVEL8 Zipperless Carry On Luggage Airline Approved with Aluminum Frame Hard Shell Suitcase with Spinner Wheels Metal Checked

I have three trips under my belt with this bag now. I feel comfortable calling it a great carry-on. Its wheels are the smoothest of any 8-wheel bag I've ever used, which is almost a drawback because any push gets it in motion and it rolls downhill faster than I can walk. It is the easiest bag to roll through an airport, even with my laptop bag securely on it. It doesn't tilt or stop going over bumps and transition areas, and I rarely have to angle it on two wheels even when rolling uphill on the jetway. It is very maneuverable even down the aisle of an old A320. It saves me from a lot of back and shoulder fatigue. It's extremely sturdy but still light enough that I had no issue with lifting it in the overhead compartment or fear gate-checking it. The rubber corner blocks keep it in place on the shelves of the airport/rental car shuttle, but do not keep it on its wheels in those shuttles or it will roll from side to side. I have had no airline issue (flying domestic) with overhead stowage (Boeing & Airbus), and gate-checked it once. It rolls just fine and relatively quietly on tarmac, too. It keeps everything in place on the inside within each compartment. The removable divider is great to help uniformly compress the clothes on the retractable handle side when used in tandem with the Y-strap. That Y-strap design is excellent and works far better than the plastic snap system in my previous bags. The soft return handles and effortless closing mechanism are also terrific. I had moved away from zipper closure with my previous bag but the closing mechanism of that bag was less than optimal. In contrast, the Level8 closing mechanism is simple, effective, and efficient. Because it doesn't rely on a zipper, it doesn't expand. That hasn't been a problem, even when adding a souvenir 500ml glass bottle on one of the return trips, thanks to the Y-strap compression. I got it in black. It might sound dull but it looks purposeful yet simple, understated and well-built. I added an orange name tag in a shade similar to the Level8 logo and accent details to make it standout just a little. It shows very little scuffing. This bag was worth every penny. It improved my travel experience in more ways than I can include in a review, and I enthusiastically recommend it for frequent travelers. Read more

I travel for a living 36-40 weeks a year. This bag is very well built. Wheels are superior. Capacity is slightly smaller than the hard side Swiss Gear it replaced, but was minor about 1/4 inch. Online reviewers talk about the locks being hard to turn, no they aren't, I found them about standard for any combination lock. It is a little heavier than the Swiss Gear, but this is because of the bag's sturdy construction. It's a good buy for anyone looking for a better than department store bag that won't break the bank. Read more

I'm on a plane nearly every other week. This carry on has been excellent! The wheels are top notch, it's sturdy, plenty of room and has taken the abuse of being checked at the gate a few times. I've taken it on about 10 trips so far, and it's been perfect. I would recommend this brand for value, durability, and quality as a whole. Read more

High quaLITY CARRY ON LUGGAGE. Seems very sturdy. Read more

So, I just got this fancy new luggage for my next international flight. You know, because I like to pretend I’m a jetsetter and not just a guy who spends too much time in airports. Now, this suitcase is supposed to be super secure, right? No zippers, because zippers are for amateurs. But get this: the TSA locks on this thing are made of plastic. Yeah, real Fort Knox material there. And there are only two of them! I knew that when I ordered it, but come on. I mean, if someone really wanted to break into this, they wouldn’t even need tools. Just give them a hand-sized rock or maybe a particularly aggressive squirrel. How’s this thing gonna hold up against the baggage handlers? You know, the ones who treat your luggage like it owes them money? Or those robotic sorting arms that fling bags around like they’re competing in a luggage shot put event? Honestly, safety is an illusion. I guess if you want metal locks, you have to fork out over 500 bucks. Because nothing says “secure” like spending half a grand on something that’s just gonna get tossed around by a bunch of airport gorillas. 🤷🏻‍♂️ Read more

Took these on a trip recently, and they worked beautifully. The wheels roll smoothly, and there’s lots of space. I took these in as carry-on on my outgoing flight, I had to check them in on the way back. They survived both ways perfectly with nothing in my luggage damaged. I love the design of these, they are very unique and they really stand out. And I love that it just had the clasping locks and no zippers. That feels much more durable, and is easier to use. No need to worry about getting the zippers closed when your luggage is full, just close it down and let the locks clasp down. My only wish is that there was a pocket or something like that on it. It is nice to have easy access to some items, but with this design you have to open the whole thing to get in. Read more

Great quality and construction. Smooth rolling wheels and comfortable handling. Read more

I love this suitcase. Rolls easily,sturdy,securely locks And easy to organize Read more