AmazonBasics 24 inches Hardside Spinner Luggage Review

Amazon’s online shopping platform has grown exponentially through the years, so much so that the company also produces its own unique lines of clothing, makeup, accessories, toys, and yes also suitcases. Their luggage brand AmazonBasics is a one-of-a-kind innovative machine with a rapidly expanding luggage catalogue; their luggage is designed to fit the needs of the business traveler as well as the vacationer. The AmazonBasics brand is perhaps best known for its hardside luggage which is guaranteed to provide a safe traveling environment for all your belongings. This 24-inch Hardside suitcase in 4 basic business friendly colors is one of their favorite products, and it offers much more than a first glance can show you. Get the complete AmazonBasics 24” Hardside Spinner Luggage review in detail from every aspect:

At first glance value for this AmazonBasics luggage review, this suitcase is clearly designed with impact-resistance and long-lastingness as the companies top priorities. Durability over everything else is very important to the AmazonBasics brand. The shapeliness of the suitcase at 24 inches is ideal for checked luggage that’s easy to pack under 50 pounds, and for select airlines this suitcase even meets the requirements of a carry-on (though check with your airline). Additionally, the design clearly features a zippered expansion, long zipper pulls, a telescopic handle, and top/side haul handles. The base provides fluid rolling motion backward, forward, and side to side with an 8-wheeled spinner system. Further durability – this designs forte – comes in the form of unique ballistic resistant total body texturing, which gives this suitcase that indented-stripe look. Full sized versions of this design – AmazonBasics Premium Hardside Spinner Luggage – do include more colors and TSA locks

At a size of 24 inches this spinner suitcase offers a non-expanded storage space of around 75 liters. The interior of the luggage includes a zipper-divided roof compartment and floor compartment, one with tie-down straps for keeping your clothes flush to the bottom of the suitcase while also providing more packing room. The upper roof space features an interior organizer made of 150D polyester for exceptional strength, which includes three separate zippered pockets that work well for securely storing smaller items such as important papers, accessories, or phone cords and chargers. As this is a hardshell suitcase it is lacking the benefits of outer pockets, however it does include a zippered expansion for up to 15% more packing space – that’s around 2 extra inches of width for more clothing, bulky shoes, or even souvenirs you pick up on your adventures.

For added convenience, the AmazonBasics Hardside Spinner luggage comes equipped with a user-friendly telescoping handle that locks into place. Extend the handle when rolling the luggage, and then collapse it down in one smooth move for compact storage when not in use or when placing in the trunk or closet. The securely mounted (and thoroughly tested) short handle offers rugged strength for stable lifting, unlike the competition, where the short handle is attached less securely. Thanks to four double spinner wheels maneuvering the luggage around is easy; unlike other rolling luggage that rolls only forwards and backwards, the AmazonBasics spinner luggage offers superior strength and glides effortlessly in any direction. Other features include a watertight interior lining for added protection against moisture, durable zipper pulls, and verified testing proof for ideal overall usability on Amazons website.

The product in this AmazonBasics luggage review weighs 11.5 pounds unpacked. Now, at this weight this suitcase does leave travelers less room to pack heavy belongings while still trying to skate under that airline-imposed 50-pound limit. The trade off is that travelers will get more durability with this hardshell design, with only around a 40-pound limit to avoid extra airline fees. Our suggestion is leave off expanding your suitcase until the return trip – this will give you more room on the way home for packing papers, tech, or souvenirs that you pick up while you’re away. Additionally, this suitcase is designed for safe handling of heavier weights, and provides top and side haul handles for secure lifting up into (and down from) overhead compartments as well as luggage carousels.

The hard side exterior of the suitcase is designed from 100% ABS materials for a superior durability which pairs with the ballistic shape of the suitcase for ideal protection of your belongings. Now, while ABS is considerably less scratch resistant than Polycarbonate materials, the AmazonBasics designers have combated that problem with the addition of a unique scratch resistant finish for a long-lasting shine on an even longer lasting suitcase. The zipper pulls are made from durable aluminum and aren’t likely to break on you while traveling, while likewise the telescopic handle is made from strong aluminum with a great fluid extension which does not rattle or stick in place. Interior durability includes the safety of an interior watertight lining, as well as a thick zippered top compartment. Now, of course if ABS isn’t for you and you prefer truly impenetrable suitcases for your travel, there are even more durable competitor full aluminum designs like this Aluminum Great Intensity Suitcase from Time Traveler.

The best hardshell suitcases with unique designs are typically made from a blend of ABS and PC materials, this is because prints look better and have more variety with PC luggage. However, although this Amazon original is only made from ABS, it’s unique design features four vibrant colors that pair well with the indented texturing of the suitcase itself. These colors include basic black which is very business professional and ideal for that business travel environment, as well as more entertaining bright blue, navy blue, and orange. These three final colors are quite friendly and fun for the whole family, or even just for the single traveler out discovering the world; never overlook your suitcase on an airplane or on a luggage carousel ever again. AmazonBasics does feature this same suitcase with included TSA locks in different colors on their website. However, as you can see when comparing AmazonBasics Oxford Luggage Collection, typically the company only provides 4 different color selections for their luggage.

Measuring in at 24 x 17.2 x 10.2 inches this suitcase will typically be checked onto the airplane before security, though there are a few select airlines who allow 24-inch carry-on’s. These dimensions do not reflect the additional 2 inches of width when the suitcase is expanded for up to 15% more packing space, so always be aware how large your suitcase is and likewise how much it weighs. For most national and international flights this is around 50 pounds for a checked bag and between 35 and 45 for a carry on. For the best distribution of weight that will make it easier to maneuver the suitcase as well as lift it up and down, pack your heaviest belongings at the bottom of the suitcase under the tie-down straps.

AmazonBasics warranties their luggage products against defects in materials and workmanship under ordinary use for three years from the date of your original retail purchase; with proof of receipt. The company will, at its discretion, take one of the following actions: (i) replace the suitcase with either a new or a refurbished product that is the same as or similar to the product you purchased; (ii) repair the suitcase using either new or refurbished parts; or (iii) refund to you the purchase price of the original suitcase. The limited warranty does not cover problems with your product caused by normal wear and tear; abuse or misuse; cosmetic damage or cleaning; damage or loss caused by an airline; or incidental or consequential damages.

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