We tested 12 of the best hard shell carry-on bags for 2025 to find out which one combines durability, style, and convenience for your travels.

I like how these bags look and how they force me to pack within set constraints, since they don’t flex to accommodate more items. If you’re looking for a hard-shell carry-on, you’ll likely ...

CR's testing includes simulated showers to see which carry-on bags keep packed items dry. By Tobie Stanger In Consumer ...

Airports are rife hard-shell carryons — the Aways ... the amount of marks on the bag. Many other bags feature a smooth surface, such as the Monos Carry-On bag that I’ve been using for the ...

As a group, the hard-shell carry-on bags we tested performed capably, with nearly every bag getting a very good Overall Score. But they differ in how easy they are to open, pack, close ...

Good looks aside though, the British brand’s Carry-On X is a favorite of business travelers and frequent fliers alike, thanks to its large front pocket—also a hard-shell construction—perfect ...

When choosing a hard-shell luggage set, consider the size of your family, how much you will be packing and the specific airline measurements for a carry-on ... a few of these bags bundled together ...

I always assumed that softside bags were lighter than hard-shell bags, so I was shocked when I discovered that the Softside Bigger Carry-On is actually heavier than the traditional, hard-shell ...

There’s not a major difference in size when you compare hardsided with softsided luggage, but before making a purchase, check the baggage and carry ... t compress. Hard shell bags may also ...

In addition to finding the best hard-shell luggage, we’ve also sought out the best carry-ons, underseat bags, weekenders, luggage sets and affordable suitcases. We are always on the lookout for ...