SwissGear Sion Softside Checked-Large 29-Inch - Expandable Roller Luggage, Blue

4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars | 19,262 ratings

Price: 139.99

Last update: 07-07-2024


About this item

Rolling Suitcase: Get through a crowded airport or down narrow airplane isles easily with this stylish carry-on luggage with 360-degree multi-directional spinner wheels and a locking retractable push/pull handle
Multiple Front Panel Pockets: Featuring front pockets with a built-in ID tag, this ergonomically expandable luggage measures 30 x 18.5 x 12.5 inches including wheels and handles; packing dimensions are 28.5 x 17.25 x 12.5 inches
Secure and Durable: Expandable travel case gives you ample parking space and made from a durable, scuff-resistant polyester fabric with fully lined interior; also features adjustable tie-down straps for securing garments in place
Effortless Organization: This luggage bag maximizes packing efficiency with a removable zippered wet bag, large mesh lid pocket, and packing pocket for holding small items and accessories
Convenient Side Handles: With reinforced padded top handle with an integrated side and bottom handle, this roller suitcase makes lifting and carrying your luggage easy

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Top reviews from the United States

Tula Kavadias
5.0 out of 5 stars Great Suitcase But Not 29 Inches
Reviewed in the United States on June 27, 2024
I have two large Samsonite Stryde polycarbonate suitcases that have made 15 trips to Europe. I also own this identical Swiss Gear Sion in a different color. I have had it for many years and it, too, has made many overseas trips. It still looks new and it is an excellent, well-constructed bag. I bought this additional Swiss Gear Sion because I needed another top-loading suitcase for an upcoming extended trip overseas. The top loader provides me with the depth necessary to carry some large items which would not fit in a center opening suitcase. The blue color of the Swiss Gear Sion is absolutely stunning. The bag is as well-constructed as the other Swiss Gear Sion I have. The wheels operate smoothly as does the adjustable telescoping handle. The polyester fabric is durable and it should be noted that this type of fabric bag offers better protection for fragile items than does a hard-side polycarbonate suitcase. My only complaint is that the listing is misleading in stating that this is a 29 inch bag....it is a 28 inch bag and the product card attached to it clearly states so.
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Tula Kavadias
5.0 out of 5 stars Great Suitcase But Not 29 Inches
Reviewed in the United States on June 27, 2024
I have two large Samsonite Stryde polycarbonate suitcases that have made 15 trips to Europe. I also own this identical Swiss Gear Sion in a different color. I have had it for many years and it, too, has made many overseas trips. It still looks new and it is an excellent, well-constructed bag. I bought this additional Swiss Gear Sion because I needed another top-loading suitcase for an upcoming extended trip overseas. The top loader provides me with the depth necessary to carry some large items which would not fit in a center opening suitcase. The blue color of the Swiss Gear Sion is absolutely stunning. The bag is as well-constructed as the other Swiss Gear Sion I have. The wheels operate smoothly as does the adjustable telescoping handle. The polyester fabric is durable and it should be noted that this type of fabric bag offers better protection for fragile items than does a hard-side polycarbonate suitcase. My only complaint is that the listing is misleading in stating that this is a 29 inch bag....it is a 28 inch bag and the product card attached to it clearly states so.
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JM Langemo
5.0 out of 5 stars Great carry on suitcase, great deal!
Reviewed in the United States on March 7, 2023
After searching Amazon & Macy’s apps for 2 weeks looking for a carry on for my son, I checked out countless hard side & soft side options & poured over reviews. I finally settled on this soft sided carry on. Amazon buyers had posted some useful videos & the reviews for this bag were consistently awesome. I wanted something with good quality spinner wheels & a telescoping handle that was sturdy. The bag needed to be affordable and have nice features inside & out. This carry on checked all of those boxes! Very impressed with the look & quality of this bag, both inside & out. Smooth zips with high quality zipper pulls, 2 handy & spacious exterior pockets for easy access to travel essentials (this is why I chose soft side over hard side!) a separate expansion zipper for more packing space for clothing, and I love that it has sturdy handles on three sides to easily grab this bag from any angle. One side has nice “feet” if you want to set the bag down horizontally. The telescoping handle works smoothly and locks into place. There’s two different height choices for this handle. One feature it has that nobody mentioned is that the zippers have little holes you can align and you can then use your own suitcase padlock on the bag if needed. The interior is spacious, nicely lined and there’s an attached mesh zipper pocket on one of the long sides, and also a detachable zip bag they call a wet bag, so stuff your wet swimsuit inside if need be or use it for cosmetics or whatever. Not sure if it’s TSA friendly because it’s clear, but not exactly see through. The spinner wheels glide as smooth as silk across my wood floors here at home & it has excellent maneuverability. A nice dark blue, soft materiel. It’s a great looking bag! I got a really outstanding deal on this when I checked out the list of these bags available at a lower price, shipped from the Amazon warehouse. I chose an option that stated it would be “Used, in like new condition” that was listed $30 cheaper than new. It came in pristine packaging, no damage whatsoever to the box that held the suitcase and still taped up with “Swiss Gear” packaging tape. The suitcase & handles were still wrapped in plastic, tags were intact, and all of the pockets on the suitcase still were stuffed with the packaging tissue paper! This was an awesome score for under $100 and I’m sure this thing will last a very long time! Look no further, this is the perfect carry on bag. I’m sure Swiss Gear’s matching larger size bags are just as awesome, too.
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JM Langemo
5.0 out of 5 stars Great carry on suitcase, great deal!
Reviewed in the United States on March 7, 2023
After searching Amazon & Macy’s apps for 2 weeks looking for a carry on for my son, I checked out countless hard side & soft side options & poured over reviews. I finally settled on this soft sided carry on. Amazon buyers had posted some useful videos & the reviews for this bag were consistently awesome. I wanted something with good quality spinner wheels & a telescoping handle that was sturdy. The bag needed to be affordable and have nice features inside & out. This carry on checked all of those boxes! Very impressed with the look & quality of this bag, both inside & out. Smooth zips with high quality zipper pulls, 2 handy & spacious exterior pockets for easy access to travel essentials (this is why I chose soft side over hard side!) a separate expansion zipper for more packing space for clothing, and I love that it has sturdy handles on three sides to easily grab this bag from any angle. One side has nice “feet” if you want to set the bag down horizontally. The telescoping handle works smoothly and locks into place. There’s two different height choices for this handle. One feature it has that nobody mentioned is that the zippers have little holes you can align and you can then use your own suitcase padlock on the bag if needed. The interior is spacious, nicely lined and there’s an attached mesh zipper pocket on one of the long sides, and also a detachable zip bag they call a wet bag, so stuff your wet swimsuit inside if need be or use it for cosmetics or whatever. Not sure if it’s TSA friendly because it’s clear, but not exactly see through. The spinner wheels glide as smooth as silk across my wood floors here at home & it has excellent maneuverability. A nice dark blue, soft materiel. It’s a great looking bag! I got a really outstanding deal on this when I checked out the list of these bags available at a lower price, shipped from the Amazon warehouse. I chose an option that stated it would be “Used, in like new condition” that was listed $30 cheaper than new. It came in pristine packaging, no damage whatsoever to the box that held the suitcase and still taped up with “Swiss Gear” packaging tape. The suitcase & handles were still wrapped in plastic, tags were intact, and all of the pockets on the suitcase still were stuffed with the packaging tissue paper! This was an awesome score for under $100 and I’m sure this thing will last a very long time! Look no further, this is the perfect carry on bag. I’m sure Swiss Gear’s matching larger size bags are just as awesome, too.
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Amazon Customer
5.0 out of 5 stars Great carry on suitcase...
Reviewed in the United States on June 30, 2024
Perfect size ..holds alot..I have traveled by plane multiple times using this luggage..It's great...Good Quality...and Looks sharp...
Go4EVA!
4.0 out of 5 stars Disappointed!
Reviewed in the United States on May 4, 2024
I am disappointed in the durability of this suitcase. I own a SwissGear backpack which has been used "heavily," every day, for at least 10 years and it has been wonderful. So when it came time for my wife and I to purchase new suitcases, we didn't hesitate to purchase TWO of these 29-inch bags. Unfortunately, one bag was torn on the very first trip; and on the second trip, a main compartment zipper-pull was completely torn off (missing). Admittedly, these damages may have been caused by overly aggressive airport baggage handlers, but I think an equal portion of the blame goes back to SwissGear for poor manufacturing quality.

I am also disappointed by the maneuverability of the suitcase wheels. These are not heavy-duty roller blade wheels; they are a lesser grade (cheap) plastic and they do not allow the bag to "cruise smoothly" on flat, even, surfaces.

I will say that the bag has some nice storage features and holds a lot of travel clothing, etc., but as both bags have suffered damage after minimal use, we are disappointed in the overall quality and I cannot recommend this product to potential buyers.
David A Dufour
5.0 out of 5 stars Handle a bit flimsy
Reviewed in the United States on June 13, 2024
I like this bag, in general. The bag itself is pretty sturdy but I worried about the handle when it's extended. Doesn't have a strap on the back so it can't fit over my larger checked bag's handle. British Airways and Iberia, however challenged the size and wanted me to gate check the bag, which I didn't have to do because I had a medical device I was carrying. It sort of looks bigger than it is, but it will fit in overhead compartments with no problem. Pretty good buy, but be careful with the extended handle.
Natural Products Junkie
5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome suitcase
Reviewed in the United States on June 11, 2024
Sturdy, well made, attractive, nice size, plenty of space for your belongings and a few extra compartments for good measure. Great value for the price too. Easy 5 stars.
Randy G. Dodds
5.0 out of 5 stars Solid Piece of Travel Gear
Reviewed in the United States on April 14, 2024
Swissgear can be counted upon to make a good piece of luggage at a reasonable price. Mine set has been around the world, on airlines, cruises and many road trips with few issues.

Only quibble would be in the retractable handle mechanism. Bought this piece to replace a similar whose carry handle stuck in the extended position and refused to retract. While I could have probably sent the piece in to be reworked (it was sadly out of warrantee), it would have cost about as much in shipping and repair as it would have to buy a new one. Unfortunately, Swissgear does not sell replacement parts, because the fix would have about 15 minutes of ‘kitchen table repair work’ to rectify…

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