Maxlite Air Hardside Expandable Checked Luggage, 8 Spinner Wheels, Lightweight Hard Shell Polycarbonate Suitcase, Shadow Grey, Checked Large 28-Inch

I bought this Sept 4, 2022. I waited to post a review to see how durable it is. I have carried on and I have checked this bag a few times. There are tiny barely noticeable dings from the airline handling but overall, it still looks good. I bought the cabernet color. It hold enough for a week , for me and does everything it's supposed to. I would probably purchase again and do recommend it. I registered this bag with travelpro the day after I got it. When packing for my latest trip in 4-1-23, I noticed the left side TSA lock zipper tag is gone. I have contacted Travelpro to see about the warranty and haven't gotten an answer yet. BUT when i went to their site to see about ordering the part (how much could it really be?), it appears part are now not available for this particular style/model. I am trying to ask if another similar part will suffice. So just be aware, that it may or may not be covered, even if your register the bag. The warranty was a big part of why I bought it. I will update my review when I find out for sure what is truly covered and what is not. Edited to add: The outcome was that Travelpro sent me a whole new suitcase. They didn’t have the color of my bag so I accepted a green one. Accepting a new bag, of course, negates the warranty on both the old one and the replacement. I just bought a lock for he first one . They really do honor the warranty.

Have used traveling domestically twice so far in 2025. Very sturdy and lightweight

I don't write reviews. But when I read @Vionette's one-star review for the Travelpro Maxlite Air Hardside Expandable Medium 25-inch suitcase posted on 4/12/2025, I was compelled to chime in as a public service for people shopping for reliable luggage. Keep looking! I purchased the same Travelpro Maxlite Air 25-inch hard spinner on 9/19/2023 for $186.99. I used it exactly three times for domestic travel. The third time I used this suitcase was for a trip home for Christmas in December 2024. While boarding an Amtrack train to Michigan, the telescope handle stopped working and was stuck in the upright position. A kind man who was over six feet tall couldn't push the handle down. Luckily, I was allowed to board the train with the handle extended. I ended up borrowing a suitcase from my mother for my return flight to Arizona. I should add that at the same time I purchased this suitcase, I also paid $314 + tax for the Travelpro Platinum Elite Hardside Expandable Carry on Spinner in the same Dark Sky Blue color: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0B12RPMXF?ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_fed_asin_title&th=1 It's great for business trips. I haven't had a problem with this suitcase - yet. The next time I travel and need to check a bag, I will use my 7-year old Skyway Luggage medium size fabric spinner suitcase that I purchased at Kohl's. It's lightweight and in excellent condition with no defects. The defective Travelpro medium spinner suitcase I paid close to $200 for is still at my Mom's house in the Midwest. Read and pay attention to the negative reviews of this suitcase. Many people cite zippers and wheels that broke upon first use, handles being too tight to grip, the lack of Travelpro customer service and loopholes in Travelpro’s "Lifetime Limited Warranty" that are deliberately designed to protect the company while screwing the customer. Good luck getting Travelpro to refund your luggage or fixed without great time and expense to you. I will never buy Travelpro luggage again or any luggage on Amazon.

I purchased both the 21 and 28-inch sizes. The 28-inch is huge! I like the way it loads w/ almost equal sides because it seems to balance and handle better. It glides well w/ 8 wheels and I love the color I chose. My only concern is the fact that there are only two handles on the entire bag making it difficult to lift, move and grab off the luggage turnstile. My husband had to grab the bag by the wheels to get a hold of it and retrieve it before it went around again! I love the sleekness of the bag. I guess I need to get used to the fact that there are no outside pockets. I loaded the bag on the floor for my return trip and found it difficult to reach the top because it is so large. But on the plus side, I was able to pack clothes for a week long trip, all toiletries, extra shoes, my pillow, a stuffable winter coat and a few books! All in all I am very happy w/ this set. Will purchase the medium size for a trip to Europe because I believe the 28-inch will not be easily manageable for a 70+ senior.

I have this suitcase in 2 sizes (large and carry on) that have taken me on several trips over the past year. I love these so much that I bought my parents a set also! They roll so smoothly and you can fit all the things inside! I like that each side has a zipper cover around it so nothing falls out and one side has additional pockets on the zipped cover.

Right off the bat, this felt like a huge upgrade from my previous suitcase. I really enjoy the stability and maneuverability. I was really rough on it during my first trip and it took the beating like a champ. The only things that I did not like about the suitcase are the way the zipper partitions close. The extra fabric standing out from the interior sides of the suitcase makes it difficult to pack the edges efficiently. I bought an organizer that should have fit snugly, but the edge of the closure prevented this even if I left the flap open . I would prefer one half to have the more traditional elastic strap fasteners instead. Also the handle bumps on the inside are bulkier than what I'm used to, which makes packing odd shaped items like shoes difficult. Overall the capacity is smaller than id expect for a 21" case but it seems to be a tradeoff for its sturdy construction. I occasionally pack off shaped things like housewares in my suitcase (vintage shopping etc) and don't like being limited by the built ins. Besides it not fitting the organizer I got for it, and the limitations caused by the dividers and hardware, it was a great little case and Im glad I got it.

Great product. Wish it had an exterior pocket

Beautiful colour, great quality, light, spacious, smooth roll, glad I waited for it to go on sale and it was available ! Originally I saw one at Hudson’s bay and they wanted over $600!!! Ridiculous. checked their website and they go for $220. So get it on sale while you can, def feels sturdy and high quality carry on.

Me llego mas pequeña de lo mencionado, se siente frágil y de mala calidad, no trae cinturones de sujeción por dentro. Mucho dinero por tan poco.

As someone who has previously used the Travelpro Maxlite soft case, I appreciate the convenience of an external pocket for quick access to items. However, I recently switched to the Travelpro Maxlite Air Hardside 21" carry-on and have found that the hard-shell design offers more structure and protection for my belongings during travel. While it doesn't have an external pocket, the interior organization system is well-designed and maximizes packing space. Overall, I am pleased with my decision to upgrade to the Maxlite Air Hardside and would recommend it to other travelers in need of a reliable and structured suitcase.

Love the zipped compartments. Helps keep everything organized!