The OG Elf—May 9, 2025
After years of dealing with flimsy zippers, cheap plastic shells, and clunky wheels, I decided it was time to upgrade. I'm so glad I did because this suitcase has exceeded every expectation that I had and then some. Right out of the packaging, I could tell the build was high quality. The zipperless aluminum frame is solid, secure, and a lot more durable than anything I've owned before. I love that I don't have to fight with broken zippers or worry about them bursting mid-trip. The hard-shell exterior adds to that sense of durability. It’s rugged enough to withstand being thrown around by baggage handlers, but still manages to look sleek and modern. I love the deep forest green color. It's sleek and distinctive without being flashy, and the matte finish helps hide scuffs and fingerprints. The 360° spinner wheels are smooth as butter. I can maneuver this thing with one finger, even on carpet and uneven tile. It rolls effortlessly through airports and narrow aisles, and it doesn't tip or wobble even when fully packed. Besides the typical features, this one has smart features that actually make a difference when you’re on the move. The built-in USB charging port is incredibly convenient. All you have to do is put a power bank in the dedicated slot, and you're good to go. It was super convenient to charge my phone during a layover without having to dig through my bag for a cord. The built-in cup and phone holder actually came in handy more than I thought they would. It's perfect when you’re juggling coffee, a boarding pass, and a phone all at once. The dimensions are perfect for a carry-on, and I’ve had zero issues fitting it into overhead bins. It's much more spacious on the inside than I expected. The compartments are well thought out, making it easy to keep everything organized. I packed for a 4-day business trip and still had room to spare. This is hands down the best carry-on I’ve ever owned. It’s functional, durable, and clearly made with real travelers in mind. I highly recommend this if you're looking for a high quality carry-on. Read more
Tristan—March 27, 2025
When I first saw it, I liked that it doesn’t have zippers, those always seem to break on me. Instead, it’s got a strong metal frame and a hard plastic shell that feels tough but isn’t as heavy as I thought. The black color looks nice and classy, though I’ve noticed some tiny scratches after a couple trips but that's to be expected. It also came with a cover to protect it, which I’ve been tossing on to keep it from dust when not in used. The built-in locks are cool, easy to set and use, and they’re TSA-approved, so no worries about security, and seriously I don’t miss the zippers at all. What I Like: > Strong: It feels like it can take a beating. No dents or cracks yet! > Neat Stuff: The no-zipper thing, charging ports, and cup holder make it feel fancy and useful. > Easy to Move: The wheels and handle make it simple to roll around, even when it’s full. > Safe: The locks keep my stuff secure, and they’re not hard to use once I figured them out. > Convenience: the separate compartment for laptop and iPad is super cool. I can quickly retrieve my electronic devices and put them back everytime I go through security. The trade-off: > A Little Less Room: The laptop pocket is nice, but it cuts into the space inside so I’ve had to pack somewhat lighter. > Feels Big: When it’s packed full, it seems a little bulky but it hasn’t been a problem on flights yet. I’d recommend my friends to get this suitcase if they travel a lot and want something sturdy and cool. It’s awesome for quick trips or work stuff, and it keeps my phone charged and my hands free. If you don’t need the laptop spot or pack super light, maybe something simpler would work. However, for me, it’s made traveling a lot easier and less stressful. Read more
Lorraine—December 19, 2024
See ADDENDUM below! Truth in advertising speaks loudly about a company. We ordered the Carry-On: All-In-One for many reasons, one being the size that would fit in an overhead bin of a plane. Most airlines state a carry on must be no larger than 22” X 14 X 9. Their website states the exterior measurements not including wheels are 21’5” x 15.5” x 10”. I believe there is a typo and it should be 21.5”. In response to my E-mail to them re total exterior dimensions including wheels, they wrote 22.5” x 13.5” x 9”. I wrote back commenting I could understand how adding wheels would increase the length, but asked how adding wheels decreased the width and depth. I also included photos of the new case demonstrating the actual exterior dimensions of the case including wheels to be 23.25” x 15.5” x 9.5”. I believe the 22.5” length dimension does not include the handle. But I did not understand how adding the wheels decreased the width by 2”, nor the depth by 1”. For those traveling on the regional ERJs and CRJs, the overhead bins can be much smaller and an inch can make the difference between it fitting and gate checking. With a tight connection many regional planes have, waiting on a gate checked carry on which can take up to 10 minutes or more which I have experienced, can make the difference in making your connection or not. The response I received was, “the discrepancy in the dimensions with the wheels included is understandable given the variations in wheel storage structure”. I looked up variations in wheel storage structure and came up empty. I wrote back suggesting one of their engineers could help me understand this. So far, no response to that suggestion. I would accept a case with exterior dimensions including wheels and handles of 22.5” x 13.5” x 9”, except this one does not. I must say their customer service E-mail response was prompt and courteous and the carry on otherwise is very nice and would give it 5 stars if the exterior dimensions including wheels were as they claimed. But because they are not and the size was the main issue for me, therefore the 1 star. I am hopeful they will either provide a better explanation for the size discrepancy or correct their website to include the dimensions of the carry on they deliver, without and including wheels and handles so their customers receive the item as described. Better yet, I would appreciate them making a carry on that it’s total exterior dimensions including wheels and handles is actually 22” x 14” x 9”. ADDENDUM: Perhaps Nobl actually agreed with me and modified their website regarding the exterior dimensions not including wheels - sort of. They changed the length from 21’5” to 20.5”. From my picture, that would be correct if you did not include the wheels AND handle. Including those adds another 2.75” to get 23.25”. But since the wheels and handle aren’t removable, why not state that and include those in another description of the dimensions to get full disclosure of the actual size. By the way, several foreign airlines are strict about the 22” x 14” x 9” size and this case would not be allowed as a carry-on. Read more
