Travelpro Maxlite Ergonomic Carry On Suitcase, 21-Inch

Last updated: August 26, 2022

Travelpro Maxlite Ergonomic Carry On Suitcase, 21-Inch
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We looked at the top Carry-On Luggage and dug through the reviews from some of the most popular review sites. Through this analysis, we've determined the best Carry-On Luggage you should buy.

Overall Take

The Travelpro Maxlite Softside Suitcase, 19-Inch is outfitted with a patented contour grip with rubberized touch points that provide comfort and easy handling. The carry on itself is coated with Duraguard to resist stains and wet weather. Additional benefits include 360-degree spinner wheels, inner and outer pockets and a limited lifetime warranty.

In our analysis of 97 expert reviews, the Travelpro Maxlite Ergonomic Carry On Suitcase, 21-Inch placed 10th when we looked at the top 25 products in the category. For the full ranking, see below.

From The Manufacturer

This carry-on soft-sided spinner is so light, it flies; one of our lightest wheeled carry-on suitcases, the Maxlite 5 19″ expandable spinner is designed for ultimate comfort and mobility, featuring a 2-position adjustable PowerScope lite handle with patented Contour grip and 4-wheel 360 degree rotating spinners that glide effortlessly. Enjoy packing convenience with two quick-access, exterior front pockets, full-length interior lid pocket, side accessory pocket and adjustable hold-down straps, while the high-tensile-strength expandable zipper gives you maximum packing flexibility. Backed by a new and expanded trusted traveler promise-for worry-free warranty coverage from Travelpro.

Expert Reviews


What experts liked

Complies with most carry-on regulations
Super light (even lighter than the previous Maxlite 4)
Very lightweight and expands up to 2" for additional space. Easy to pull.

What experts didn't like

Not entirely stain-resistant
A "meh" warranty
Construction isn't as solid as some other models due to changes to make it more lightweight.
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