Best Checked Luggage For International Travel 2023

Maybe a surprise choice on the list, but this no-frills Amazon Basics suitcase has 27,000 5 star reviews at the time of writing.

You still get four wheels and a scratch resistant finish. It features an ABS hardside meaning durable, extra thick material. That durability does add weight however at 5.54kg, making it the heaviest of checked luggage on the list.

Inside you’ll find one large zipped divider and two smaller pockets. They also claim it has an expandable design which provides up to 15% extra packing capacity. I really like this bright orange colour (also available in an equally bright, brilliant blue.

A polypropylene Samsonite suitcase for less than £200? Yes please. The S’Cure is the prettiest of the Samsonite range, but you get a thoroughly tested suitcase with a 10 year warranty

American Tourister started in 1933 and claim to be the 2nd biggest luggage brand in the world. The Soundbox is expandable for those who buy too many souvenirs and features double wheels which they claim makes for a smoother rolling experience.

Antler have been making luggage for over 100 years. Antler’s style is often minimalistic and subtle; designs which are timeless. Their best-selling suitcase, the Clifton, is a perfect example of this which features ridges along the front and sides in muted pastel colours. If scratched, it’s colour-fast which means any inevitable scratches will stay true to the colour of the shell

Inside the 121L capacity Antler Clifton you’ll find four interior pockets and compressions straps.

However, weighing 5kg, it the Clifton is one of the heavier suitcases on the list.

Hauptstadtkoffer may not be a well known name outside of Germany, but look at any of their suitcases on Amazon and you’ll see this German brand consistently make 4-5 star suitcases.

The Mitte has a 100% ABS hardshell exterior, with 3 tear-resistant polyester inside. All parts a replaceable if something does break, meaning you might not have to buy a brand new suitcase again.

If you’re looking for a large capacity (which further exapnds) for under £100, this is a great option.