Aluminum Luggage & Suitcases

Author : Glenn Hickey | Published On : 06 Nov 2026

One side zips completely closed; the other has a removable compression pad and wide straps. There are enough mesh pockets to organize chargers, magazines, and accessories. I’ve even slipped my laptop, in its protective sleeve, into one of them between my clothes. And every time, I wonder why I don’t use it more often.
The telescopic handle has over 20 height options, and that’s more than we could have asked for. No matter your height, you’ll likely click this link be able to find a spot that works for you. The wheels are smooth and feel sturdy, which will make your trip to the airport more manageable.

Our lineup is hardside, built from polycarbonate, aluminum, or both for strength without the weight. Every suitcase comes with a limited lifetime warranty. One thing I didn’t expect from testing aluminum luggage at such different price points is how little price tells you about how good a suitcase actually is to travel with.
Luxury meets function in the Aluminum Check-In Medium, our most elevated offering yet. Luxury meets function in the Aluminum Carry-On Plus, our most elevated offering yet. Samsonite Lite-Box Alu™ 55cm in Aluminium is a carry-on suitcase, weighing at 4.8kg wih 40L, built for frequent business travellers, weekend travellers, and solo adventurers. Made from HS Aluminum, which delivers robust, lasting durability with a surface that resists corrosion and everyday wear. The lined interior is finished with premium soft touch fabric that protects items during transit and maintains a polished look trip after trip. A TSA combination lock secures belongings during transit.
Every suitcase in this guide is sold as a carry-on, but that doesn’t mean every one meets every airline’s limits. And unlike soft luggage, aluminum isn’t going to squeeze into a sizer if it’s a little too big. Luggage sets take the guesswork out of matching your bags, with coordinated carry-on and check-in cases designed to stack, store, and travel together seamlessly. The wheels are smooth enough to handle slightly uneven surfaces.

All Flightmode suitcases are shipped via express delivery at no additional cost across Australia. Premium travel cases combining timeless luxury with unbeatable durability, crafted for the modern adventurer. Well made and easy to adjust to fit different cases. Haven’t traveled with it yet so can’t really comment any further.
For such a beautiful exterior, I expected to love the interior equally. At 9.37 pounds empty, the TREVA is reasonable for aluminum, but I’d think twice about it if I regularly flew with a strict 15 to 18 lb (7 to 8 kg) cabin allowance. The telescoping handle on my test model also had a little more play at full extension than I’d like. It has never caused a problem, but there are firmer handles among the cases in this guide. I originally reviewed the MVST TREK, which has since evolved into the TREVA. The overall design is very similar, but the current version uses stronger 5083-O aluminum and MVST’s newer RIVA tri-bearing wheels.

"There has hardly been any item that has ever exceeded expectations for me. I am obsessed with details and perfection, and this case is the most beautiful, well engineered item you will ever see." 5ZCT3 is made from a blend of aluminum and magnesium, then processed with precise pressure and heat to ensure consistent strength and quality in every sheet. Very happy with the purchase, the suitcase is very beautiful and high quality.
At $459.99, the Gibraltar currently costs more than the MVST TREVA. LEVEL8 does throw in a four-piece packing cube set and luggage tag with the suitcase, which sweetens the deal a little. Still, if I had to choose between the two, I’d buy the TREVA. Aluminum body, aluminum frame, aluminum wheel housings, aluminum trolley housing, full-grain Italian leather handles, and more than a hundred rivets holding the whole thing together. It’s a stunning piece of industrial design, and when you have it in front of you, you can see where the money went. The Carl Friedrik Aluminum Carry-On is the most elegant aluminum suitcase here, at least to me.
All our cases are designed to nest perfectly inside each other, so they’re easy to store while you’re planning the next holiday. When we couldn't find the perfect wheels there was only one solution – design it ourselves. Extremely quiet, they can handle the cobblestones of Europe, and have a lifetime guarantee. I love the trunk, it looks less bulky than the 28" suitcase. It's very solid quality and durable. Great locks and excellent smoothly rolling tyres. Engineered with our upgraded quick-release wheel system, allowing you to remove and replace wheels in seconds.