Hanke 20 Inch Carry On Luggage with Wheels PC Hard Shell Suitcase Top Opening Aluminum Frame Travel Luggage Suitcases for Woman Men Gifts.(Ivory White)

I bought this suitcase for a seven-week, multi-country trip to Europe. It was my only suitcase and it held up beautifully! The front opening design is SO much more functional in small European hotel rooms that usually only provide a place for one piece of luggage. I could put this suitcase in a number of places where my husband’s clamshell suitcase wouldn’t fit. We have been home only three days and he has already ordered this suitcase for himself for our next trip. The storage capacity was unexpectedly good! Our trip included a 13-day bicycling trip in Austria, so I not only needed regular clothing but also cycling gear for whatever weather we might encounter in May. I took cycling tights, warm shirts, cool shirts, a rain jacket, a windbreaker, gloves, shoes, small first aid kit, neck gaiter, and my own helmet. Everything but the helmet fit into one large packing cube, and the helmet fit into a corner of the suitcase. (The tour company transported our luggage each day.) I packed plenty of clothing for the remaining 35 days of many kinds of activitie. It fit into two smaller packing cubes. Into the corners and empty spaces of the suitcase I packed two small toiletry kits, another pair of shoes, my own coffee mug, a ball of yarn, knitting needles, a lightweight puffer jacket, and other miscellaneous stuff. This is a lot of detail, but I hope it gives you an idea of the good capacity of this 24” suitcase. The packing cubes definitely helped with organization! I appreciate the apparent durability of this suitcase. We really put it through a lot, including travel on multiple airlines, trains, metros, and buses. When I first got it I was worried that the wheels seemed unprotected and might come off, but there was no such problem. The wheels roll SO smoothly and easily, even on the many uneven surfaces in European cities. Sometimes I would roll it using all four wheels, sometimes it worked better rolling on only two. The telescoping handle feels sturdy and is comfortable to hold. The 24” size made it easier, and lighter, than a larger suitcase to pull onto public transportation. The material of the suitcase and the zipper feels sturdy. By the end of the trip, after a few small souvenir purchases, it was almost over-full, but the zipper still zipped smoothly and held secure. The zipper pull locking mechanism worked well and was easy to use. I couldn’t be more pleased with this suitcase, and my husband is excited to get his own! Highly recommended.

Love, love, love this luggage! I looked at a TON of bags before my recent trip to Rome because I wanted something stylish that also wouldn’t take up too much space. European hotel rooms are usually a bit smaller, and the one we stayed in only had a tiny corner closet—no dressers at all. Having a top-opening suitcase made such a huge difference. I could keep it on the luggage stand, open it from the top, and easily access all my things without the suitcase taking over the entire room. My husband brought a typical clamshell suitcase, and his took up so much room. It was constantly in the way, which made me even more grateful that I chose this top-opening style. The wheels roll smoothly and softly, the color is beautiful, and the overall design is just perfect for travel. It handled the trip to Italy really well with only minor scuffing. On the way back it picked up a few more marks, but that’s totally normal for any luggage, and if you want to keep it pristine, you can always buy a luggage wrap. This bag was exactly what I needed, and I truly love it. I’m already excited to take it back to Italy next year!

I am obsessed with these suitcase and the 16” was the last piece I needed for my set. I have the 3 larger sizes. My go to luggage due to the top opening and not clamshell style. It holds more than you expect and the wheels glide like butter. The green color is beautiful and the material is very durable and doesn’t scratch easily.

I spent a rather unhealthy amount of time searching for a new carry on that would fit my needs for both air and car travel. I needed something that was roomy but still carry-on approved, and of course, sturdy enough to handle TSA and uneven terrain. Tried it out on my most recent flight to NYC and it worked really well! DESIGN: I love the color and classy appearance. The grey-blue is bright enough to stand out but nothing too bright/neon. I wanted something that would not scuff easily and the textured design really helps hide any scratches it may ever accumulate. I had to gate-check it twice due to available space on the plane and it arrived to both destinations without any damage. There were a few black scuff marks but I was able to wipe those away with my thumb. There isn’t any reinforcement on the corners. Wheel side should hold up fine, but particularly the bottom corners could potentially be problematic if not packed right. I may reinforce them myself at some point, but they’ve held up so far. The metal reinforcement around the main body of the suitcase is a nice touch for durability and the material is strong enough on the sides where there’s not a lot of give but enough to where it’s not too rigid. The telescope handle does not take up much space on the inside, about an inch, and the lining is loose enough so I could pack smaller clothes between the bars without issue. The interior pockets on the top panel do not take up space in the main packing area based on zipper design. I love the waterproof pocket as well. They’re not particularly big, but smaller items or a swimsuit can still fit nicely. Since the top panel does not take up space in the main compartment (something that laptop compartments often do) I was able to utilize that space to toss my jacket or raincoat on top and still zip it up easily (without sitting on it!) SPACE: The major selling point was of course the top-open design. I don’t think I could ever go back to a clam-shell hard case again. It worked great in the small hotel room, fit beautifully on the luggage wrack, and was a game-changer when I needed to open it up in the airport to toss my jacket inside. My toiletry bag is on the bigger side and fit great with plenty of room to stack clothes and other things. I’m an over-packer and had plenty of room for a 3-day trip. I was able to fit my toiletry bag, first-aid bag, small purse, 4+ days of clothes, 2 pairs of shoes (heels and boots!), curling iron, and raincoat with some room to spare. I used a small vacuum-seal bag for pants, a dress, and a sweater and folded up, it fit well inside. WHEELS/MANEUVERABILITY: This thing glides so smoothly on flat surfaces. Thicker carpet is manageable even with a backpack on top, and without the backpack it rolls great. It held up well on escalators/flat escalators with no issues getting on or off with my backpack on it. Rough terrain like cobblestone would probably require it to be pulled behind you, but I’m not concerned about the wheels holding up on such surfaces. MISC: YKK zippers on the outside held up nicely. The TSA lock was easy to change and worked well. I like how it’s located on the top as I feel like that’s less likely to get damaged. Of course, if someone really wanted to get into your bag they could, but it’s a nice touch. Weight is pretty standard for a carry on. I was able to lift it into the TSA bins easily. CONS: While there are not any major issues with this suitcase, I gave it 4 stars mainly for the handle design and lack of bottom handle by the wheels. The handlebar is not seamless with the telescope rods which could potentially be problematic when taking off any bag with a built-in luggage strap. It has quite an edge to it that is manageable but not when needing to remove a bag quickly. My backpack has a detachable strap I use to wrap around the handle, but for someone with a strap flush to their bag it could be a deal-breaker. There isn’t an additional grab handle on the bottom by the wheels, so moving it into the overhead bins, TSA bins, car, etc. is a little awkward and you kinda have to hold onto the wheels which isn’t the most user-friendly. If there was one thing that I would absolutely change about this suitcase, it would be to add an additional handle on the bottom. The compression straps on the inside of the bag could be a little longer, and they’re also attached unevenly which has its pros and cons. For one, the attachments utilize areas already inside of the suitcase so there’s no additional hardware taking up space, and it may help a little bit more compression-wise, but at the same time the one side is really easy to lose if you’re not careful when packing. I had to unpack once to retrieve the strap. The straps that prop the top panel up are also quite long, which is nice if you want to lay the panel flat, but since there are clips to detach it, the length is a bit overkill and just got in the way when zipping it up. I may just cut them shorter at some point. Overall, I’m really happy with this suitcase and am excited to use it on future trips!

UPDATE: 6/2/2026 We have now put this luggage through the wringer (and the airlines have had a hard go at them too, trust me) and I have to say these are the single best suitcases we have ever owned. Our last trip we took five flights and the airlines did manage to put a a dent in one suitcase's side, where the aluminum runs (see picture), but the case kept everything inside safe and it opens and closes without any issue. I was already able to get the dent out from the inside. We got white so it would stand out on the carousel which means plenty of visible scuffs and scrapes, but who cares? I have found nothing survives airline luggage handlers for long anyway. The photos are to show you how little damage these cases took after eight countries, plenty of cobblestone paths, and numerous luggage handlers. We have transported glass bottles and ceramics in these cases and came home with everything intact. The zippers and the locks continue to work well. The wheels roll along as good as the day we bought the luggage. This past trip I I didn't see a storm drain opening and one wheel went right into it with a full suitcase (46 pounds); if that hard stop isn't going to take a wheel off, I don't think anything will. We now own three- 2 for checked luggage, and one carry-on. I lead overseas trips and rarely recommend luggage (I don't want to be blamed if something fails on a trip) but I have actually been sharing the link to these suitcases with my groups. Previous review: I wanted to wait until we had a major trip before writing a review. We completed a 22-day trip overseas and this luggage handled spectacularly. Here is a breakdown of what we wanted, and how it performed: Hard shell that won't crack or dent- I literally tripped trying to get both mine and my wife's suitcases onto a shinkansen (bullet train) and drove my knee with 190 pounds behind it right into the the center of one suitcase. Nothing. No damage at all. Wheels that move and don't break- Japan has yellow raised textures on the sidewalks for the visually impaired throughout the cities, it can can play merry havoc with suitcase wheels. These wheels danced right over them and always stayed on track. On smooth surfaces the suitcases felt like they were floating. Side note: Put the suitcase on its side when on a train or hill, if you cannot hold on to it or lock a wheel in with your foot, the suitcase will take off on you! Zipper: So far, so good. Easy to use, didn't get stuck, and didn't come open. Lock and zipper pull-tabs: the built in lock is nice, but I know just how rough airlines are, almost all of my past suitcases have had zipper tabs ripped off. I used a suitcase cover to ensure these were protected. I wish the company had a little bump-out on either side of the zipper lock so that the zipper pulls would be better protected, but we had no issues. FRONT OPENING!!: This was a really big deal for us. We wanted hard shell, but I hate the clam-shell designs that are everywhere. Hanke got it! It worked perfectly. So happy with how this functioned. We had a Delsey, front opening suitcase, and the zipper really could not handle the corners, just not a good design. The zippers failed too quickly, which was a shame, because otherwise Delsey makes a good bag. Handle: So comfortable and easy to adjust. I like a recessed button so that I am not constantly changing the handle height accidentally (looking at you Samsonite). Size: We got the 26-inch and thought it was overkill, but we wanted a slightly larger checked bag because there is no option to expand this suitcase. We left for Japan with half-empty bags, and they were packed when we came home. It was relaxing not worrying about organizing and space for the return, we just shoved everything in, and still came in under weight. Again, it was a longer trip, and we picked up some nice ceramics on our travels (nothing broke on the way home, the hard-shell did its job!) but maybe a smaller one for week-long trips. Hard-shell and color: Let's face it, white is going to show everything, but I'd rather be able to pick my suitcase out at luggage return and the suitcase covers not only protected the zipper pulls, but kept the scuff marks off the luggage. The luggage was strong! Very strong. Overall: I have to say, with a few domestic trips, and its first international under its belt, these suitcases have proven to be the best we have had in ages. At this price-point, I have not had anything perform as well- and I have gone through a few! I have been so frustrated with wheels that don't track, handles that break, zippers that fail, or soft-shells that look like box cutters were taken to them during loading. Let's put it this way, even if the wheels had broken off, I would buy this suitcase again. We brutalized the luggage this trip, and it took it all. I fully expected something to break at some point, just the fact that it didn't has made me a fan.

If you were attracted to this suitcase because of its chic look and claims of durability, I urge you to save your money and look elsewhere. I unfortunately took the chance and spent good money on this bag only to have it look like someone used it to skateboard down the street after just one flight (didn’t even make it through an entire trip). The “scratch-resistant” claims, are completely false. Upon retrieving my bag after the flight, one of my zippers was completely gone (both pieces of the zipper, like it was never even there), the edges were frayed, and it was all scratched and banged up, where in many areas, the silver base material was showing through. Again, this was after ONE flight. But I think the most disappointing part about my experience was that when I reached out to the seller about my issues and request a replacement, he told me to try wiping the luggage with a cloth (as if I hadn’t tried that already) and the scratches would go away. Clearly, that didn’t work. Then the most he offered me was a discount on another purchase or to send me a replacement zipper. A ZIPPER?!? Oh, and I would have to be responsible for finding (and paying) the repair shop to put the zipper back on the bag. Wow. Who wants a replacement zipper anyway, if the rest of my brand new suitcase still looks like trash? After much time spent going back and forth, the seller refused to send me a replacement bag and literally just stopped replying to my messages. How’s that for customer service? Needless to say, I will NEVER waste my money on these company’s faulty products again and unless you’re looking for a one-time use only suitcase, I encourage you to do the same and avoid the headache.

I got three of these for my elementary school boys. They were rough on them: crashing, riding, racing, and one thrown when my youngest son got frustrated. Not a dent and still smooth rolling. They fit perfectly as a carryon item, with plenty of room for a weeks worth of clothes, toiletries, extra shoes, jacket, and swim gear with extra room for a couple of toys. I also really liked the trunk style opening. It made it easy for them to pack and organize without causing a mess if they opened it up while traveling. So, if you’re looking for a durable, sturdy, and secure suitcase that still looks nice and clean, then I highly suggest you give these a try! Definitely worth the price as we will be using them often. PS- no other travelers were harmed during the course of this review. Though a few were startled 😅

My favorite luggage. Most international airlines accept it for carryon. It opens like a traditional suitcase which is a requirement for me. The clam shell opening that most hard sided luggage have take up way too much space and are not easy to open/close. The Hanke is great. Bought one for my niece and a friend got one and loves it.

They delivered 20 instead of 18.because im expecting that i have my loptop compartments and thats the reason i buy a new one even still i have good luggage also 🥺.But the product was good quaity.

UPDATE: I went on our two week trip with this suitcase along with two of their 14" underseats, and it was perfect! The two 14" would easily fit under the seat in front of us when there was no room up above so we didn't have to worry about our carry-ons fitting anywhere when we boarded the plane. The green 24" suitcase was checked and there isn't even a scuff on it, you'd never know it went anywhere. I love how the top opens, it makes accessing and packing the suitcase so easy. I met one other lady on the trip that had the very same green suitcase, it was an immediate bond lol. I'm replacing all of our old luggage with this style, it's a dream to have and the quality is top-notch! This suitcase is stunning, I ordered the green and it's gorgeous. I ordered this suitcase because of how the top opens up. Instead of the suitcase unzipping around the middle, it's just the top that opens like a traditional soft sided suitcase and I love it. It's roomy inside and I just love everything about it. I'm taking a trip in a few weeks, I will write an update about how well it does with the baggage handlers :D

Sturdy and has good wheels. Love the trunk style because you can pack so much more. Easy to clean too.

La valigia sembra molto bella e robusta; non l'ho ancora usata ma lo farò presto per un imminente viaggio in Spagna. La cosa più interessante che ha risiede nel fatto che non si apre nel mezzo a conchiglia ( occupando un doppio spazio rispetto alle sue dimensioni da chiusa) ma consente, quando si arriva nella stanza dell hotel, di appoggiarla sul letto ( o suo apposito sgabello) e di aprirla da sopra senza dividere le due metà ( per intenderci bene, è come se fosse un bauletto con il coperchio): per me di una comodità impagabile. Anche le routine, il manico telescopico di varie lunghezze sembrano di ottima fattura.

Bought the 16 inch Hanke top opening luggage in Ivory White color (suitcase is more like a beige color). Definitely NOT a cheap little suitcase! Hope it will last! Only gave it 4 stars so far, as I am yet to make use of it Hope it’ll last a good few years. Will update if needed.