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Best suitcase brands to buy in 2025
From Samsonite to Eastpak and Tripp, our survey of more than 1,300 Which? members reveals that you don't have to splash out to get a decent suitcase
There’s little to separate the three best suitcase brands in our latest survey – except price.
The results reveal that the most well-known brand isn’t always the best choice for value for money. We asked Which? members to rate the suitcases they’d bought within the past five years on everything from the pocket space to whether they’re easy to wheel over different surfaces.
Samsonite scored highly in our survey (81%) and was the most-owned label, even though members paid more for its luggage than for any other brand.
Tripp also scored an impressive 81% overall but – on average – owners spent a third of the price on its luggage (£64) than on Samsonite (£197).
But neither Samsonite nor Tripp claimed the top spot - read on to see which brand did.
After a smaller cabin bag instead? We surveyed more than 1,700 Which? members to find the best and worst cabin bags.
How we rated the best luggage brands
More than 1,300 Which? members gave us their opinions on the full-sized suitcases they’ve owned over the past five years. We’ve combined how satisfied they were with their purchases with how likely they are to recommend the brand. This enables us to rank them from best to worst by calculating an overall customer score. We only report on brands that receive a minimum of 30 responses, and external factors never influence our rankings. This editorial independence is why you can trust us.
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What are the best suitcase brands according to Which? members?
Simply looking to buy the best? See our review of the best overall and the best budget suitcases. Or look at our full set of suitcase results to compare brands.
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| 82% | £129 | ||||||||||||
| 81% | £197 | ||||||||||||
| 81% | £64 | ||||||||||||
| 78% | £141 | ||||||||||||
| 78% | £80 | ||||||||||||
| 75% | £59 | ||||||||||||
| 73% | £104 |
Table notes: Sample size in brackets. Results from a survey of 1,395 members of the Which? Connect panel who told us about suitcases they'd owned in the past five years. Research was carried out in April to May 2024. Average price paid is based on the mean amount members told us they paid for their luggage. Customer score is based on satisfaction and whether members would recommend the brand.
Best suitcase brand overall
Eastpak suitcases review
Customer score: 82%
Average price paid: £129
Verdict: Not cheap, but superb durability makes Eastpak worth every penny
If you want a case that will stand out on the luggage belt without being garish, Eastpak will deliver. With forest green, egg-yolk yellow and lilac options, in addition to the usual business-smart colours, there's an array to choose from. Members were impressed, awarding the brand four stars out of five for stylishness. But style means nothing without substance.
Fortunately, there’s no need to sacrifice one for the other. Eastpak’s bags are built to last, according to our survey respondents. The brand got the full five stars for its tough and durable suitcase wheels, zips and handles. A few people who bought an Eastpack suitcase mentioned a lack of manoeuvrability, suggesting it could be down to their bags having only two wheels. But Eastpak sells four-wheeled alternatives if you prefer. On average, owners paid £129 for a full-sized hold bag. But gripes were minimal and it won the title of best-rated suitcase brand overall.
Compare the prices of popular Eastpak suitcases at retailers above, or shop direct.
From the pros and cons of soft and hard-shell cases, to what features will ensure it lasts, we've outlined what to look for when you next invest in luggage.
Best suitcase brand on a budget
Tripp suitcases review
Customer score: 81%
Average price paid: £64
Verdict: Great products at an even better price
If you’re looking for hold baggage on a budget, Tripp should be your go-to choice. It was rated the second-best brand in our suitcase survey (joint with pricey Samsonite), but cost buyers just £64 on average per piece of luggage.
On average, members paid £107 for a full-sized case across all brands, so Tripp really does have excellent prices. However, it scored an average of three stars out of five in the 'storage, space and pockets' category, with owners commenting on the lack of external pockets, but this is likely because Tripp’s cases are mostly hard-shelled. You won’t miss your case at baggage reclaim, although – with colours such as banana and watermelon in its collection – you may need to wear your sunglasses.
As it scored four stars out of five for durability and has a very high customer score, we’ll let the lack of pockets and a somewhat 'plasticky' finish slide.
Compare retailer prices above or shop direct for Tripp suitcases.
Most popular suitcase brand
Samsonite suitcases review
Customer score: 81%
Average price paid: £182
Verdict: Elegant brilliance, but Eastpak and Tripp do the same for less
A decent suitcase should last decades. That’s possibly why so many members favour Samsonite – it’s a quality label and scored four or five stars in every category for durability. But so did rivals Eastpak (82%) and Tripp (81%), which are significantly cheaper on average.
Samsonite’s three-star value-for-money rating suggests that prices are in fact too high to be deemed excellent value. Its large suitcases (£197) cost £70 more than Eastpak bags (£129), on average, and £130 more than Tripp’s (£64), according to members. A quick scour of Samsonite’s website and you’ll even find a few cases costing in excess of £800, made from long-lasting aluminium rather than the polycarbonate or polypropylene used for hard-shell bags. Its aluminium luggage is the most iconic of its suitcases, but it has downsides: aluminium still scuffs and, at 7kg (for a 91-litre case), it’s relatively heavy.
Are Samsonite cases worth it?
There’s no denying that Samsonite bags are excellent and stylish, but if you can look beyond the brand name, your bank balance will be better off.
We've listed some of its popular suitcases at retailers above, or you can shop Samsonite suitcases direct.
Samsonite's cabin luggage also scored highly. See how other brands fared in our cabin bag survey results.
Other good luggage brands
All suitcase labels that appeared in our survey scored highly. John Lewis, which came bottom of the table, still gained a decent overall score of 73%.
All brands were awarded at least three stars in individual categories, too, with most gaining four or more – a testament to the robustness and manoeuvrability of their suitcases.
Our advice? Look to Tripp (above) and M&S (below) for good-value, high-quality cases.
Antler suitcases
Customer score: 78%
Average price paid: £141
Shop directly at Antler or compare the prices of its popular suitcases at retailers below.
Marks & Spencer suitcases
Customer score: 78%
Average price paid: £80
A number of M&S suitcases are currently sold out, but you can still buy one of its most popular bags online below.
What type of suitcase is most durable?
In previous tests, we've not always found hard-shelled luggage more durable than those with soft shells. Both have pros and cons, but to ensure your next bag goes the distance, we've outlined what to look for when buying luggage.
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