Outdoor & Travel
Best Carry-on Luggage 2026
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Ranked by aggregated score from Wirecutter, Tom's Guide and Good Housekeeping. Cabin-sized hardside and softside suitcases — tested for durability, wheels, weight and value.
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#1 Overall carry-on
Updated August 2026
Travelpro Platinum Elite Carry-On Spinner 55 cm (21")
The most-awarded softside carry-on — #1 at Wirecutter and OutdoorGearLab
THE undig SCORE — 2 SOURCES, UNTANGLED
94
Out of 100
#2 Overall carry-on
Updated August 2026
Samsonite Lite-Box Alu Spinner 55 cm
Premium aluminium carry-on with featherweight engineering
THE undig SCORE — 4 SOURCES, UNTANGLED
86
Out of 100
#3 Overall carry-on
Updated August 2026
Samsonite Omni PC Spinner 55 cm
Lightweight hardshell for frequent flyers
THE undig SCORE — 5 SOURCES, UNTANGLED
81
Out of 100
#4 Overall carry-on
Updated August 2026
American Tourister Airconic Spinner 55 cm
Ultralight cabin hardshell — big value
THE undig SCORE — 4 SOURCES, UNTANGLED
79
Out of 100
#5 Overall Budget Pick
Updated August 2026
Amazon Basics Hardside Spinner 55 cm
Reliable carry-on under €90
THE undig SCORE — 3 SOURCES, UNTANGLED
74
Out of 100