Have a trip coming up but no idea whether your beat-up old suitcase can survive the long haul? If you’re planning some fun travels this year, you’ll want a suitcase you can trust to withstand anything and everything in your path.
Fortunately, luggage has come a long way in terms of features and technology, so the options are myriad. Away has been leading the pack for a while with its lightweight, ultra-sturdy suitcases equipped with things like USB ports, an internal compression system and more coveted features. Their suitcases are so beloved that Meghan Markle even gifted them to her baby shower guests—and over the years, Away dupes have started popping up everywhere.
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The lookalikes we’ve found at Target, Nordstrom, Calpak, Béis and beyond have many of the features that have propelled Away to the front of the line in the luggage industry: things like a polycarbonate shell, which can survive tosses on conveyer belts; multidirectional spinner wheels; and telescopic handles that can hold up to mad dashes down bumpy roads and even being dragged up and down stairs (not advised, but we do what we must!).
And honestly, these dupes are just as cute. Away ushered in modern, streamlined hardshell design in cool colors that veered away from traditional hues like black and navy—colors that blend in with the crowd a little too well. These fine picks nail both the aesthetics and engineering of that beloved baggage, but at prices that start at—brace yourself—under $45.
Say bon voyage to overspending on well-made luggage, and scroll on through to meet your next travel companion.
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Open Story Hardside Carry On Suitcase
One of the most identical to Away on this list, the Open Story Carry On Suitcase from Target is also lightweight, durable, and can expand up to two inches more to give you extra space. It features a generous mesh-zip compartment to keep small items secure. Plus, it comes in five colors ranging from subtle to bold. “I love this suitcase,” one reviewer wrote. “It’s so cute and I love how sturdy it is. It rolls really smooth, can expand, and has the zipper cover on one side so when you open it up, everything doesn’t fall out. I can’t wait to use it on my next trip!”
Traveler’s Choice Pagosa Indestructible Hardshell Expandable Spinner
From its hardshell exterior in candy colors to its built-in USB port and interior power bank compartment, this Traveler’s Choice spinner is a perfect Away doppelganger. Don’t let the price fool you: this one holds up and is a breeze to roll through the airport thanks to a telescopic handle and 360-degree spinner wheels. Interior compartments make this a super handy carry-on. “I took this on a two and a half week trip to Rome Italy. During that trip we were on trains, busses, subways taxis, Ubers, you name it – and this little bag went nearly everywhere with us,” wrote a five-star reviewer. “My biggest pro however – was the maneuverability. The bag just slipped in and out of the tightest places without inconveniencing many people.”
iFLY Hardside Fibertech Luggage 28″ Checked Luggage
This rose gold beauty by iFly is like the glam cousin of the Away checked luggage, and it’s also a clear customer favorite at Walmart with a whopping 43,000 five-star reviews and a 4.8 star rating. But it’s not just a pretty face. This suitcase uses a sturdy ABS/PC blend and double 360-degree spinner wheels, and it extends up to two inches. If a long trip is in your future (or you refuse to become a light packer), this is your bag. “I bought this for a business trip. The airline lost it on the return trip. It was sent 3/4 the way across the United States and then back home again,” wrote a fan. “It has a few blemishes but everything inside was perfect. I had my CPAP machine in there and a few breakable souvenirs and it was all protected by my new suitcase.”
American Tourister Burst Max Quatro Hardside Spinner Luggage
This American Tourister carry-on comes in a few fetching colors, but deep teal has our jaws dropping. The expandable ABS luggage hides a slew of storage options inside, and its spinner wheels make it easy to maneuver. This sale-priced gem comes in checked sizes, too. “Handle pulls up to the perfect height and is very easy to push. The wheels are very smooth. Just the right size for a carry on,” wrote a reviewer.
Sharper Image Journey Lite 24″ Hardside Luggage
At Macy’s, you can score this Sharper Image checked luggage for under $140, and it’s identical to Away. In addition to sturdy ABS construction, it has eight wheels and expands by up to two inches. It also has lots of interior organization to keep your stuff contained throughout your whole trip. “Used it for a cruise, rolls very smoothly. Came home doesn’t even look like it was used,” wrote a happy traveler.
Temu Solid Color Luggage Case Set
This two-piece luggage set from Temu makes a great affordable option. It has the same minimalist ridged, hard-shell construction, a combination lock and compression structure that keeps all the contents inside condensed and secure. It’s also scratch and water-resistant, so you don’t have to worry about it damaging after one trip. With a sale price of $41.99 for two pieces, you’re basically get one bag each for $21. That’s pretty amazing in itself.
Member’s Mark 2-Piece Hardside Luggage Set
If you have yet to discover Sam’s Club Member’s Mark, allow us to introduce you. The line features a ton of everyday essentials, including dupes or lookalikes of popular products at a fraction of the cost. For instance, the Member’s Mark Hardside Luggages feature a 100% polycarbonate shell, HINOMOTO wheels, an aluminum trolley system, and a TSA combination lock. The design is very similar to Away, so much so, one shopper wrote, “My friend thought I just brought another Away luggage. Quality and style is excellent.” Snag two pieces for just $140.
Wrangler Smart Luggage Set
This terracotta-colored Wrangler suitcase is a dead ringer for the Away carry-on at less than $50. We love the super cool features like a built-in USB port, a built-in cup holder and a phone holder. It also has 360° spinner wheels, a telescopic handle, and it’s expandable. One fan wrote, “I didn’t know Wrangler made suitcases but my golly they are sturdy and great to use. I’m rough with my luggage and they HOLD up.”
Vacay Glisten Jaxson 20-Inch Spinner
Not only is this Vacay suitcase super sleek and lightweight, it offers a multistage telescopic trolley handle system and 360-degree double wheels so you can wheel it around with ease. Inside, there is a removable wet pocket, integrated wet pocket, integrated shoe pockets, and a large compression pad to keep belongings in place. Plus, an expansion zipper adds two inches of depth so you can make space for any souvenirs you pick up on your travels.
Brandless Checked Luggage
It’s all about the lightweight polycarbonate shell on this Brandless suitcase for just $99. Something special about this one is its Japanese-made Hinomoto wheels, which are exceptionally smooth and quiet. It has a TSA-approved lock just like the Away, a telescoping trolley handle and side handles to make it easy to get onto that luggage scale at check-in. It’s even made with recycled materials! “Sturdy, lots of space and light,” is how one fan described it in a nutshell.
Quince 21-inch Carry-On Hard Shell Suitcase
This polycarbonate carry-on by Quince is another strong contender. Its super lightweight polycarbonate construction, TSA-approved lock, telescopic handle and 360-degree Hinomoto spinner wheels make it a dead-ringer for the Away, and it’s on sale for just $130. This one is set apart also by industry-best YKK zippers — and we all know that zippers are one of the first things to go when your luggage gets worn out! All of this comes in an overhead compartment-sized package. “This really compares to the Away brand and is half the cost and I am very happy I ordered it,” one fan wrote.
Beis The Carry-On Roller
Keep things extra cute with this bubblegum pink carry-on by Beis (the stylish piece comes in other fun colors like fuchsia and lime green, too!). It’s carry-on size and has the same 360° spinner wheels as the Away version. This one’s also expandable and its telescopic trolley handle has a silicone grip so your hand won’t accidentally slip when you’re dashing through the airport. Like all Beis products, it comes with a limited lifetime warranty. Thousands reviewers are swooning. “The features are perfect! Love how easy it is to maneuver. The design is simple but exactly what I want. Fits everything I need, comfortable to use, and I can keep dirty clothes away from everything else.”
Calpak Hue Carry-On Luggage
Expandable up to two inches and with a TSA-approved combination lock, this 21.5-inch polycarbonate Away dupe by Calpak is the convenient travel buddy you’ve been looking for. And spinner wheels? This one’s got them and they’re dual wheels for even more movability. But shoppers love it mainly because it’s so sturdy. “Sooooo durable!!! This is seriously the best case I’ve ever had,” one wrote.
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