Maxlite 5 Softside Expandable Upright 2 Wheel Carry-on Luggage, Lightweight, 21-Inch - Black

I took this with me as my primary suitcase on a trip to Thailand. It is not too large, reasonably spacious, sturdy, reasonably priced, and lightweight. What more could I ask for?

Note: The color selection when I purchased this bag (and as of this writing, still on the website) says the bag is "Slate Green", but it is actually black. The manufacturer mentioned in the Q&A that this bag does not come in green. The exterior overall dimensions for the International Expandable Rollaboard are: 21.5" x 15.75" x 7.75", which equals 45 linear inches (55x40x20cm = 115 cm). This fits the current carry-on requirements for many airlines. The interior dimensions are 20" x 15" x 7.75", and the weight is 5.4 lbs. The label says the volume is 45 liters. I already own the Osprey Ozone 18"/36 L Wheeled Luggage, Black that I LOVE as a carry-on, but, but I wanted another bag that would fit most carry-on requirements but also be sturdy enough to check it. (The Ozone is really well made, but because the shell is soft (like a backpack), things inside might get crushed.) The Travelpro bag looks like it will be perfect. It seems very sturdy and well-built, including the well-padded fabric handles on the top and side. The wheels also look very solid. The expansion section is a nice feature, although using it may exceed size requirements for a carry-on for some airlines. Nice for having a little extra space if that's not an issue. Besides the main opening for the interior, there is a large outside zippered pocket that is the full length of the top flap (I don't have a laptop, but it looks like it would probably hold up to a 17" laptop), and also a smaller zippered compartment that is about 6.5" deep. Great for keeping your boarding pass or anything else you want quick access to. The interior is a light-colored plaid fabric, which I prefer to black since it's easier to see things in it. There's a large mesh pocket on the top flap, and a small interior pocket on one side of the main compartment. This particular piece also comes in a "spinner" version Travelpro Luggage Maxlite 5 International Expandable Spinner Suitcase Carry-On, Black , which has 4 wheels on casters instead of the 2 inline wheels. I know a lot of people like spinners because of the ease of pushing them around in any direction, but I chose the rollaboard over the spinner for several reasons: casters are more likely to get broken than inline wheels, I don't have to worry about my luggage rolling away if I'm on a slope, and I find the 2-wheeled bags easier to control over uneven surfaces. But most important, for the same exterior height, rollaboards have more interior space than spinners because of the extra space required for casters. As a comparison, the interior dimensions for the spinner model are 18 x 15 x 7.75, which is 2" less in height than the rollaboard. That's a difference of about 232 square inches, and in a small bag, every little bit helps. Plus the exterior dimensions for the spinner are actually slightly bigger than the rollaboard, at 21.75" high instead of 21.5" high (same width/depth). That makes the total linear measurement of the spinner 45.25", which slightly exceeds some airline maximums of 45".

This is definitely one of the most lightweight rollers I have seen. But it can pack a lot, especially if you use the expandable zipper. I can vouch for it since we used on international flights where they weigh your carryons too. The fabric has a give to pack more if needed, especially ow when the airlines are charging for check ins. The 2-wheel versus 4-wheels, gives more room to pack. Only problem is when the suitcase is not fully packed, and you are pulling it along, it can flip to the side. Upside: the wheels are big and roll on different surfaces better and also easy to change with spare parts available for this brand. The handle is easy to extend and pack, almost too easy. One trick I learnt, pack heavy items towards the bottom. It may not be as bulletproof as another brand which airline crew prefer, but is good enough for us and the price is also good.

super light. fairly tough and great build quality. Always go 2 wheel as they are MUCH less likely to fail. I might hold out for the crew version if you travel more than a few times a year. I don't like the new front feet design on ALL the travelpro 2 wheel cases - much less durable than old design.

I’ve schlepped through terminals, sprinted for gates, and stacked this bad boy in overhead bins without a single crack or complaint. The Travelpro Maxlite 5 is essentially my travel sidekick: 🧳 Featherweight champ: It’s surprisingly light, so I can pack more shoes (priorities, am I right?) and still hit weight limits. 🧳 Expandable genius: Thought I’d just overpacked? Nope—it expands to fit every souvenir I didn’t know I needed. Crisis averted. 🧳 Smooth operator wheels: These babies glide like butter—making lugging 45 pounds through cobblestone streets feel oddly stylish. 🧳 Durable softside body: Stands up to airport conveyor belt assaults and last-minute travel drama. My suitcase is tough, kinda like me… but with fabric. 🧳 Smart compartments: The interior pockets and straps make folding clothes look legit, even if I’ve just rolled my underwear into a ball (again). Bottom line: If you want luggage that’s reliable, expandable, and downright easy to wheel—even from gate D14 to E2 running late—this is the one. My Travelpro hasn’t just survived travels; it’s thrived, and so has my sense of vacation zen.

Suitcase was wobbly/unstable upon receipt. I'm returning it.

I used this for a five-day trip to Melbourne from the UK. It was absolutely brilliant. Light and easy to manoeuvre around the airport, and with judicious use of packing cubes, easily contained all of the stuff I needed. Great value and highly recommended.

To low quality for my taste, even if its work the price on that level

Perfeita! Realmente muito leve, espaçosa e com material de ótima qualidade. Entrega internacional sem burocracia, rápida e muito bem embalada, chegou intacta.

The right size for the travel we do. The rollaboard style work best for us with the type of surfaces we encounter, ie sidewalks, cobblestones curbs etc. Nice colour too.