Away The Bigger Carry-On
The Bigger Carry-On designed by travelers for travelers
A 22.7-inch hardside spinner carry-on with 360° wheels, an interior compression system and a TSA-accepted lock.
Our take
This 22.7-inch hardside spinner rolls easily on 360° spinner wheels, and the interior compression system helps a little more fit inside. The TSA-accepted lock lets security open it with a master key instead of breaking it, whether it's in the cabin or checked. The extra size is the catch. It's a little bigger on every side than the 22 x 14 x 9 inch limit at Delta, American and United, though it fits Southwest's larger allowance. It usually still fits overhead bins, but budget and many international airlines are stricter, so check your airline before relying on it.
Who it’s for
Frequent flyers who pack more than average and fly routes with lenient carry-on allowances. It also works as a big-ticket gift for someone with regular travel plans.
Skip it if
Skip this if most of your flights are on budget or international carriers with strict limits. A standard 21-inch or smaller carry-on fits those routes better.
Away The Bigger Carry-On: questions people ask
Is the Away Bigger Carry-On allowed as carry-on?
On many US flights, yes, but it's a little bigger on every side than the 22 x 14 x 9 inch limit at Delta, American and United, so a gate check is possible. Southwest's limit is larger and it fits. Budget and many international airlines are stricter, so check your carrier first.
Does the Away Bigger Carry-On have spinner wheels?
Yes. It rolls on 360-degree spinner wheels, so you can push it upright in any direction.
Is the Away Bigger Carry-On's lock TSA-approved?
It has a built-in TSA-accepted lock, so security staff can open and relock it with a master key without damaging it.
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