Travel is a multifaceted beast. From city streets and urban hotels, to rugged mountain camps and round-the-world adventures. And with such variation, you need travel luggage tailored to the job at hand. But wherever you’re headed, there are definitely common criteria you should look for in luggage, be it duffel or wheeled. A durable build to handle nonchalant baggage handlers and tough environments. The ability to comfortably and conveniently carry or maneuver the bag over shorter and longer distances alike. Plus ready access to gear and handy organization to keep items neat when you’re on the move.

Our Best Travel Luggage finalists all deliver a thoughtful blend of travel-friendly features to suit a range of journeys. But which one really soars above the rest? Pick your high-flyer below.

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Osprey Transporter Wheeled Duffel

Travel is tough. So Osprey built a tough wheeled duffel to tackle it head-on. The Transporter Wheeled Duffel features a HighRoad chassis with oversized wheels to embrace rough and smooth terrain alike. It’s made with water-resistant, durable TPU-coated 840D Nylon and provides a wide U-shaped opening for convenient packing and access. And with multiple grab handles it’s easy to maneuver this adventure-ready duffel too.

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Nomatic Roller Check-In

With its sleek styling, durable build and thoughtful organization, the Nomatic Roller Check-In is a savvy choice for business and leisure trips. Crafted with top-notch components including a durable yet lightweight Makrolon polycarbonate shell, smooth Hinomoto wheels and YKK zippers, it’s ready to stand up to travel abuse. Add in its handy interior organization that offers a nifty Fidlock magnetic compression system and two included packing cubes and you can easily keep on top of your travel gear. Plus when you need extra space, the case easily adapts with an expandable design that increases the volume from 78L to 90L.

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Thule Revolve Spinner 75cm/30″

Clean in style, durable in build and functional in design, the Thule Revolve Spinner is a fine addition to work or play travel. Made with impact-resistant polycarbonate, the case includes reinforced corners and a reinforced front panel for added durability. Interior compression secures gear on the go, while the mix of oversized rear wheels and smaller front wheels allows the case to navigate rough terrain while increasing interior storage space.

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Timbuk2 Never Check 4 Wheel Spinner

The Timbuk2 Never Check 4 Wheel Spinner is a practical spinner that suits a range of travel needs, from short work trips to long-awaited getaways. Quick-access front pockets keep essentials within easy reach, with further organization in the main compartment to avoid a jumbled mess greeting you at your destination. And its low-key aesthetics glide smoothly from formal to informal settings with ease, all backed by a lifetime guarantee for peace of mind.

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Burton Wheelie Sub Travel Bag

Burton’s Wheelie Sub Travel Bag delivers adaptability on two wheels. The
IXION™ skate wheels tackle a variety of terrains, while the CRAM™ stretch zipper zones assist with squeezing in that little bit extra when required. Plus with its design that can be separated into two bags, you’ve got flexibility with organization and avoiding overweight baggage fees. Not to mention the option of traveling lighter with smaller loads.

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The North Face Rolling Thunder 36″

The North Face Rolling Thunder 36″ is a burly, expedition-ready carry option when you need to haul a lot of gear. It features updated, larger wheels for improved movability, along with a more simple and durable back panel. The rugged build combines TPE-laminated 1000D polyester and 1680D nylon to create a seriously tough bag ready to conquer demanding use. Further enticing features such as the Sherpa strap that lets you secure an additional bag on top, as well as separate storage for shoes or dirty laundry, rounds out this hardy, versatile hauler.

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Granite Gear Cross-Trek 2 Carry-On Wheeled Upright with Removable Backpack

Wheeled luggage is useful for avoiding carry strain during your journey, but doesn’t fair so well as daily carry. So Granite Gear have both the journey and the destination covered with their Cross-Trek 2 Carry-On Wheeled Upright that partners with a removable backpack. The bags can be transported together or alternatively you can wear the 28L pack while rolling the 46L wheeled duffel. The pack can also be slipped over the rolling luggage handle for an alternative all-in-one carry option. A flexible solution that gives you a daypack for shedding the load and exploring at your destination, while still being able to transport plenty of gear during your trip.

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Patagonia Planing Duffel Bag 55L

Don’t want to store wet or dirty gear alongside your dry and clean items? No problem with the Patagonia Planing Duffel. The bag features two separate compartments, with the top compartment storing dry/clean gear while the bottom compartment holds wet/dirty gear. Additionally, an exterior mesh pocket allows you to store wet items while enabling them to air-dry. The bag is made with 300D recycled polyester and offers multiple carry options including side grab handles and top carry handles that double as backpack straps.

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Triple Aught Design Axis Expedition Duffel

TAD’s Axis Expedition Duffel is built to embrace any adventure. The updated design swaps out LS42 material for tough yet lightweight and weatherproof VX21 material. Additionally, the dark interior gets a bright update to white for enhanced visibility of the contents. And a wide opening gives you easy access to your gear and lets you pick out individual items quickly. A variety of interior and exterior attachment points and compression straps let you tailor the duffel to suit a range of loads and organization setups. Plus the bag offers versatile carry options too, providing duffel and backpack modes as well as side grab handles.

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Samsonite Lite-Box 30″ Spinner

Large, heavy suitcases can eat into your precious luggage weight allowance. But the Samsonite Lite-Box 30″ Spinner provides plenty of space for longer trips and larger loads, all while coming in at just 7.49 lbs. Its lightweight yet durable woven polypropylene build is complemented by a contemporary and stylish design with interior organization to keep your gear neatly in check.

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Pacsafe Venturesafe EXP29

Want to protect your belongings against theft? The Pacsafe Venturesafe EXP29 is a tough and functional roller that helps you fly under the radar with its understated design. Add in the thoughtful and discreet anti-theft features and it becomes an unappealing prospect for potential thieves. The bag includes a locking cable, puncture-resistant zipper, eXomesh slashguard and Roobar™ locking system to help thwart opportunistic thieves. A considered travel companion rounded out with a wide opening for easy packing and interior and exterior compression to help cinch and secure the load on the go.

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Peak Design Travel Duffelpack 65L

Peak Design keep their amazing run going with their latest release, the Travel Duffelpack 65L. A bag that adapts easily on the go, whether you need to carry extra gear or want to alternate between carry modes. It packs in handy features such as an expandable design that grows from 45L to 65L when required. Not to mention stowable backpack straps and a stowable waist belt when you need to haul heavy loads over long distances, plus grab handles on all sides. And the burly, weatherproof bag also offers a wide opening so you can easily pack and retrieve gear, with a choice of interior and exterior pockets to store smaller items.

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Incase ProConnected 4 Wheel Hubless Roller

Always traveling with tech? Incase’s ProConnected 4 Wheel Hubless Roller keeps your devices juiced on the go with its included 20,100mAh battery. And you can easily remove the battery for check-in purposes and continue charging onboard. With its chic, clean styling it suits a range of work and leisure trips. And the wide opening makes it a breeze to pack too. Plus if you’re tight on storage space, such as a small vehicle trunk, you can pop the wheels off too!

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RAWROW R TRUNK LITE

RAWROW’s R TRUNK LITE comes in 37L and 72L sizes and packs in a range of useful features. But it also brings an element of fun, not to mention easily spotting your luggage on the baggage carousel. The hardsided spinner case can be customized with a colorful choice of leather wraps and caps for the handle, as well as body stickers to make your case stand out from the sea of suitcases. The T-shaped handle also lets you easily hang coats or other bags on the case, while the expandable design comes in handy for squeezing in those last-minute souvenirs.

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