9 Best Hardside Suitcases for Every Type of Traveler

CALPAK's Ambeur carry-on is our top pick thanks to its sleek and stylish exterior and exceptionally organized interior with two separate packing compartments. The zippered divider on the left side features two elasticized slip pockets along the bottom (great for shoes!) with a mesh zipped pocket above. The open right side is secured with stretchy straps that buckle in the middle. The 22-inch-tall case is also protected by a TSA-approved combination lock to help keep your belongings safe.

While we're partial to the trendy rose gold color pictured here, you can also find this hard shell suitcase in four additional hues on CALPAK's website. Reviewers rave about the multidirectional wheels that they say make it easy to maneuver along all sorts of surfaces, as well as the expansion sleeve that adds two extra inches of packing space. All in all, it's a lightweight piece of hardside luggage that makes an ideal carry-on. Just note that while this bag meets most domestic carry-on size limits, you'll want to double-check with your airline before boarding to make sure.

Available in 13 different colors, this hard shell roller suitcase is a popular pick amongst Amazon shoppers. Over 16,000 reviewers have awarded it five stars, largely due to its durable and expandable design, which sits atop 360º spinner wheels. While it doesn't offer lots of bells and whistles, it's a lightweight and functional suitcase that offers great value for the price. Plus, you can purchase on its own or as part of a three- or five-piece travel set, should you want to match your luggage for the adventures that await.

The Away Bigger Carry-On is a popular piece of hardside luggage for a couple of reasons: For starters, it's slightly larger than most carry-on rollers, though still designed to fit in the overhead bins of most domestic airlines. The other thing that sets it apart? For an extra $20, it can come with a removable USB charger so you never have to worry about running out of juice on your phone or tablet. It also features 360º spinner wheels, a hidden interior laundry bag and comes in five basic colors plus rotating seasonal color options.

Béis' hardside roller is popular on social media for its looks and its capacity. Recently launched in several bright, fun colors — like Creamsicle and Barbie Pink — users say this piece of hardside luggage is equipped for long vacations or even packing for multiple people in one case.

Where the left compartment of the 26-inch interior is zippered in, the right features a compression panel and adjustable straps to keep everything in place. It also comes with several interior zip pockets and laundry bags. The case itself is expandable, so you can let the straps out to max capacity inside if you find yourself needing to bring home a few souvenirs. As wonderful as the storage capacity is, we especially love that this luggage has a weight indicator. When you lift it by the handle, a small panel next to the handle will turn red if it's over 50 pounds — so handy! And if you need a little extra space, Béis sells a 29-inch version, too.

If you like for all your luggage to match and have an upcoming trip where you plan to bring more than just a carry-on, the Coolife luggage set offers some of the best bang for your buck.

For less than $200, you get three solid pieces of hardside luggage, all of which feature telescopic handles, 360º wheels, sturdy top and side handles, built-in TSA-approved combination locks, and interior zip organization. No wonder over 19,000 Amazon shoppers (!) have given the set, which is sold in 22 colors, a five-star review.

This 28-inch piece of hardside luggage will definitely make a statement. The shiny neon exterior opens to reveal a tie-dye interior complete with a main zippered compartment lined with two smaller zip pockets. The other side showcases two interesting features not often seen in most luggage: built-in interior shoe pockets and a detachable wet bag to store damp bathing suits.

An expansion zipper offers two extra inches of packing space when needed, and 360º double wheels make for easy maneuverability. While this model is meant to be checked, you can also opt for Vacay's 20-inch Future Spinner if you're looking for a carry-on — or check out the full Vacay collection for even more fun color options.

Nearly 7,000 Amazon shoppers gave this 20-inch hardside luggage by Wrangler five stars. In addition to its sturdy design set atop 360º wheels, this suitcase features three conveniences combined into one unique feature: On the back of the luggage, there's a pop-out phone stand. Beneath it, a USB charger. Beneath that, another pop-out that turns the phone stand into a cup holder. Genius, no?

Herschel Supply Co. is synonymous with laidback, cool-girl style, which makes the brand's new line of lightweight, hardside luggage an especially trendy option. The no-frills carry-on features a durable outer shell and a well-organized interior, complete with zippered and buckled sides. Available in six colors, Herschel also sells a smaller version of this bag if you're looking for something more compact.

If you're a frequent traveler looking to invest in a piece of hardside luggage that's built to last, consider adding the 27-inch Monos Check-In Spinner to your cart. This roomy bag features the typical interior set-up of one fully-zippered side and one compression panel side. The big difference here is that the compression panel also features two zippered pockets, offering even more built-in organization. Plus, this luggage just looks good. It's sleek and streamlined, which makes it look impossibly chic. Reviewers also rave about this suitcase's super-smooth wheels, the adjustable handle and the high level of durability it offers.