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Our favorite underseat luggage options are sleek, sturdy, and hold all the essentials.
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It doesn’t maneuver quite as easily on two wheels as it does on all four.
When it came to construction, we were equally blown away.
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It was a tight fit under the seat.
We loved how easy it was to pack a laptop and clothing for a weekend trip.
The suitcase has one main compartment, and the U-shaped opening folds out to reveal a mesh zipper pocket.
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The suitcase rolled smoothly and was comfortable to carry with the top handle.
It’s a tight fit under standard seats, and may not fit under smaller seats.
We loveDelseyfor its stylish matching suitcases and accessories, and this elegant underseater was no exception.
It has 20 liters of capacity, so it fit everything on our packing list easily.
you’re able to also get Delsey’s matchingcarry-ons,checked bags, or even atrain case.
The bag may be too large for some underseat spaces, depending on the aircraft and your seat position.
Additionally, the handle was slightly difficult to pull up to the preferred height of shorter team members.
The front tends to bulge outward when the bag is packed full.
The bag also has straps on the inside to keep your items in place during transit.
This bag moves smoothly across the floor and its four wheels make for easy maneuverability around corners.
The bag’s lock instructions were not included and aren’t available online.
Like othertop luggage pieces from the brand, the Calpak Hue Mini Carry-on Luggage is both functional and stylish.
This sleek hardside suitcase has a clamshell opening and comes in 10 colors.
Its smaller than the average underseat luggage and might not work for bulkier clothes like winter jackets.
The interior pockets are great for easily finding items in the bag and staying organized.
After six months of use, this bag still looks brand new with no sign of wear and tear.
It has some trouble on uneven surfaces.
Beyond the innovative laptop compartment, we were also impressed with this underseater’s durability.
There wasnt enough room for a laptop after placing two days' worth of clothes in the bag.
The zippered top opens up to one main compartment that has a buttoned sleeve and zippered pocket.
it’s possible for you to easily store phones andpassportsin a small pocket on the front of the bag.
We started by measuring each bag by length, width, and height as well as recording the weight.
We also wheeled the bags over different types of flooring to see how smooth the wheels felt.
She has been travel writing since 2018 and product testing since 2021.
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