US Domestic Standard (22" × 14" × 9")
FIT
Drag to rotate 3D angle. Luggage:
21.5" × 14.0" × 9.0"
(Volume: 44.4 L)
Clearance: +0.5" H / 0.0" W / 0.0" D
Usable Volume
44.4 L
Baseline (Unexpanded)
Packed Weight Total
16.4 lbs
Under 18 lb Intl Limit
Airline Pass Rate
94%
30 of 32 Major Carriers
Cost Per Trip (3-Yr)
$5.38
24 flights @ $129 bag cost
Includes strict airport gate metal sizer tolerances and international carry-on restrictions.
| Airline / Region | Max Allowed (H×W×D) | Linear Limit | Weight Cap | Audit Verdict |
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Load common travel modules to simulate volume fill percentage and total carry weight.
Modular Items & Cubes
Large Compression Cube
14L • 4.2 lbs (Pants, Shirts)
1
Medium Packing Cube
7L • 2.5 lbs (T-shirts, Underwear)
2
Shoe Bag (Sneakers / Loafers)
6L • 2.2 lbs
1
Toiletry Dopp Kit
3.5L • 2.1 lbs
1
Tech Pouch / Charger Hub
2.0L • 1.6 lbs
1
Volume & Weight Telemetry
Optimal pack density. Zipper closes without shell distortion.
Exceeds European budget 7kg (15.4 lb) carry-on limit. Fine for US domestic airlines.
Volume Filled
39.5 L / 44.4 L (89%)
Total Weight (Tare + Items)
19.3 lbs (8.7 kg)
Carry-On Pro Tip: Heavy items (shoes, dopp kit) must rest near the wheels to prevent suitcase tip-over when walking through terminals.
Direct hardware breakdown: 100% German Makrolon polycarbonate, Hinomoto 360° whisper wheels, TSA-approved locks, and interior compression pads.
WIRED TOP VALUE
Quince 20" Hard Shell
$129 MSRP
- Dimensions: 21.5" × 14" × 9" (44.4 L)
- Shell: 100% Makrolon Polycarbonate
- Wheels: Japanese Hinomoto 360°
- Weight: 6.7 lbs (Ultra-light)
- Internal: Compression pad & wash bag
- Cost/Flight (24 trips): $5.38
Away "The Carry-On"
$275 MSRP
- Dimensions: 21.7" × 14.4" × 9" (39.8 L)
- Shell: 100% Polycarbonate
- Wheels: 360° Spinner Wheels
- Weight: 7.5 lbs
- Internal: Compression system & laundry bag
- Cost/Flight (24 trips): $11.45 (+$6.07/trip)
Away "Bigger Carry-On"
$295 MSRP
- Dimensions: 22.7" × 15.4" × 9.6" (47.9 L)
- Shell: 100% Polycarbonate
- Wheels: 360° Spinner Wheels
- Weight: 8.2 lbs
- Airline Fit: Fails strict European / Delta sizers
- Gate-Check Risk: HIGH (Exceeds 22" H limit)
Why do luggage brands report different dimensions than airline sizers?
Luggage marketing often lists the interior packable shell (e.g. "20 inches"), while airline baggage sizers and overhead bins strictly enforce total external dimensions including the spinner wheels, side handles, and top grab handles. That extra 1.5 to 2 inches is the #1 cause of forced gate-checking fees.
How does Quince compare to Away in build construction?
Both utilize virgin German Makrolon aerospace-grade polycarbonate and Japanese Hinomoto 360° ball-bearing spinner wheels. Quince achieves a ~50% lower price point by cutting DTC advertising budgets and retail storefront overhead, maintaining identical tactile durability and weight specifications.