Samsonite Freeform Hardside Expandable with Double Spinner Wheels, Navy, 2-Piece Set (21/28)

4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars | 12,872 ratings

Price: 219.81

Last update: 07-08-2024


About this item

SET INCLUDES 21" Carry On (meets carry-on size restrictions for those traveling domestically and looking to stay light) and 28" Spinner (maximize your packing power and the ideal checked bags for longer trips).Number of wheels:4
10 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY: Samsonite products are rigorously tested to ensure our products meet stringent standards. This bag comes with a 10-year warranty against defects in materials and workmanship.
RECESSED TSA combination lock provides security when checked belongings, cases expand for added packing capacity
ULTRA-LIGHT, ultra strong shells withstand the rigors of modern travel
FOUR MULTI-DIRECTIONAL double spinner wheels allow 360 degree upright rolling so there is no weight on your arm or shoulder

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Top reviews from the United States

V. Shell
5.0 out of 5 stars My favorite
Reviewed in the United States on April 29, 2024
Took this to Argentina. And it held up nicely through international travel. It’s really big and I didn’t have any problems fitting anything. It’s actually so big that it makes it very easy to overpack and go over the weight limit. Luckily it’s very light weight on its own so that give you a few more lbs if you’re an overpacked like me.
I found I had to take out a lot to keep in under 50 lbs.
the color is so beautiful in person and it made me so happy but the lightness did attract scratches.
Overall it was very easy to maneuver. The wheels and handles worked seemlessly.
The lock was an issue at first. There were no instructions with it so I had to go online to figure it out. That was annoying. And since there is no key with it. If you lock your self out it’s an issue. I personally like a suitcase with a just in case key. But it’s still my favorite suitcase.
RedBear
5.0 out of 5 stars You can nest 21/24/28-inch together, but 28-inch must be expanded
Reviewed in the United States on January 11, 2023
So I just got the 24-inch size, after previously getting a set of the 21-inch and 28-inch. With the size difference between the 21-inch carry-on model and the 28-inch checked baggage size, there is of course no problem with putting the smaller one inside the 28-inch.

Unfortunately the 21-inch, like all carry-on luggage, really only holds enough for a couple of days by itself. So I wanted to get the 24-inch middle size. Anything larger than 21 inches will need to be checked, in case anyone is still not sure about that. Some airlines will even complain if your 21-inch case is expanded and can't fit easily in the provided metal frame baggage size tester you see at a lot of gates or check-in counters. So be careful about leaving the 21-inch size expanded when you're actually trying to use it as a carry-on.

I was hesitant to order the 24-inch because I wasn't certain that it would successfully nest inside the 28-inch model. I could find no information on this in the answered questions or anywhere in online reviews of these exact "Freeform" luggage models. The dimensional difference between the 24 and 28-inch models isn't nearly as much as between the 21 and 28-inch models.

This is potentially very important if you either A) live in a very small place to begin with, or B) wind up in a very cramped hotel room (or even just one with a really awkward layout) where they don't provide a decent spot to store both a 24-inch and a 28-inch luggage case separately without one of them really being in the way. Closets are typically just big enough to store one or the other size, but probably not both if you can't nest them first. Trying to stack them vertically will typically just use up all available space for hanging outerwear in an already tiny hotel closet.

I took a chance and ordered it anyway, without knowing the answer. The news is mostly good. I found that the 21-inch fits easily within the 24-inch. So that was a very good start. But the 28-inch won't quite close with the 24-inch inside. Not nearly as easily as when I fit the 21-inch into the 24-inch. Seems like the 24-inch is a bit too thick. Luckily, all three models have an expansion zipper around the middle. Once the largest case is expanded, the main zipper will successfully close all the way around with the 24-inch inside.

So, technically, you can nest all three together, 21/24/28, as a set. You just have to expand the 28-inch case first. The complete set of three cases will then take up a couple of inches more room than expected in the front-side to back-side dimension wherever you decide to store it. I don't think I would recommend trying to compress it to re-close the expansion zipper and then leave it that way in long term storage. Probably not a good idea.

As for a review of the cases themselves, they have been pretty sturdy so far, and they are pretty lightweight without really feeling flimsy at all. The double wheels on each corner provide more stability and ability to roll over slightly rough surfaces like tiled walkways, moderate carpeting and asphalt, compared to spinner cases that only put a single inline-skate type wheel on each corner. I really dislike those. And of course they are all spinners, which is a far superior arrangement to tilt-and-roll types of luggage. You can actually put quite a large bag (like a ~30LB backpack) on top of any of these sizes and still roll the whole thing around on its four wheels without too much trouble. The larger sizes will be more stable, but even the 21-inch isn't too bad.

Put two of these spinners back to back and it's not too difficult to hold the extended handles together with one hand and angle the two so that you can use your knee behind the larger one to get it going, and then push the smaller one along in front of the bigger one. Once they start moving it works out pretty well.

The sides are plastic and tend to develop a lot of static when the humidity is low. So you may wind up with a lot of dust/hair all over them if you lay them down on a carpet before a thorough vacuuming. Rubbing the outside with a dryer sheet may help with this.

Some colors seem to have a glossy finish. The navy blue and others have a sort of tiny diamond-shaped matte texture except in the grooves. They will all get scratched as soon as they go through even a single airport baggage system. It may be less obvious on the lighter colors. But the really light colors will show the black marks from luggage belts much more easily. Just remember that they are hard sided, so no outer pockets or fabric on front/back to get torn up easily like soft-sided luggage, and they have expansion zippers, which a lot of hard-sided luggage don't include. So just pick the color you like and try not to worry about it. And they do go on sale now and then. I was able to get the first set of 21/28 for under two hundred. I think they are kind of overpriced most of the time.
Cuong N.
5.0 out of 5 stars Perfect traveling luggage
Reviewed in the United States on May 3, 2024
I can't say enough good things about my Samsonite hard luggage! It's incredibly durable and built to withstand even the toughest travel conditions. The sleek design looks stylish and modern, and the spacious interior provides ample room for all my belongings. The wheels glide smoothly, making it easy to maneuver through airports and crowded streets. Plus, the built-in TSA-approved lock gives me peace of mind when I need to check my bag. If you're in the market for high-quality luggage that will last for years, look no further than Samsonite!
NIM
5.0 out of 5 stars Very good carry on
Reviewed in the United States on May 4, 2024
The suitcase is beautiful, roomy and very easy to travel with.
My complaint is that there are no visible instructions on how to get into it. It comes locked. I finally went on line and discovered the instructions are inside the bag. Not helpful!
dbut10
5.0 out of 5 stars Nice case for the price
Reviewed in the United States on June 2, 2024
Bought this to replace a suitcase for my son with something a little larger now he is not a child. We already had two of these cases in a different color that we have used for about 7 years now, including 7 trips to Europe. They have held up very well, including the wheels. My only gripe is that there are several panels on the exterior of the case which utilize a shiny plastic which scratches very easily. In fact, this case was scratched out of the box. Will look scratched anyway after the first use so no point in returning. Just a poor choice by Samsonite. These cases are very light for the size and will protect your stuff well. Had a zip fail on one case but fixed it myself so didn't have to rely on the warranty.
LR
5.0 out of 5 stars Easy
Reviewed in the United States on June 24, 2024
Before I bought this carryon suitcase, I looked like a comedy skit getting around the airport. My old two-wheeled carry-on would fall over, twist my arm, need something to lean against all of the time, and be virtually impossible to stay stable while I was in line to pay or to get food. The wheels on this suitcase worked like a dream. They went over bumps easily. I could roll it flat or with two wheels. It was very stable. I could easily balance my backpack on the top and get around quickly. The review that talked about handles on the short side and long side was helpful. I'm glad I got a suitcase with the two handles. It was much easier to maneuver. It was easier to get in the car trunk with one handle and both to get it in and out of the airport security and the plane. I didn't use the expansion feature. I like the color selections too. I'm happy that I made the purchase.
Saltwater Dave
4.0 out of 5 stars Could be great
Reviewed in the United States on March 8, 2024
I love this product. it’s the little things that annoy me. The good. It rolls smoothly. It’s tough, light, and flexible. The pockets and storage are all great. The bad. The telescoping handle is really flimsy for something that cost so much. Easily gets scuffed and dirty. It’s white yeah I know.

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