3.0 out of 5 stars Unless you are truly backpacking, it isn’t worth it.

2026-01-09    -GA

I got this for the backpack aspect for a trip to Italy. Maybe if I was on a “backpack across Europe” type trip, it would have made sense, but I was on tour buses and in regular hotels with elevators. I never used the backpack feature on the main suitcase.That being said, my review of the case in general:It was spacious. I am NOT a light packer but I was able to pack 9 days worth of outfits and toiletries and still had a little room. The soft side made it easy to pack full but still manipulate into overhead luggage compartments. The wheels aren’t fantastic but they aren’t horrible either. I didn’t really like the opening, I think it would have been easier if it opened completely. Overall, like I said I probably wouldn’t purchase it again. I have taken two more carry-on only trips since and opted to use my husband’s 20” hardside roller instead that moves smoother and is easier to pack.The smaller backpack, on the other hand, is good. It is roomy and comfortable to wear, though isn’t worth buying the set for it as is just a typical backpack. But unlike the bigger all bag, I have used it on subsequent trips.

5.0 out of 5 stars BEST rolling backpack/overhead bag ever!!

2026-01-08    -Richard

FABULOUS PRODUCT!! Just returned from 3 weeks in Portugal using this. EXCEEDED EVERY EXPECTATION. Quality zippers. Useful packing sacks. Excellent design! I will give this as gifts to my kids and friends. Features not imagined were found in use and appreciated. Including well balanced.

5.0 out of 5 stars My new favorite suitcase

2026-02-15    -Amazon Customer

This is now my go to suitcase. I bought this for a two week train trip through the UK and it was PERFECT! I really appreciate that the suitcase part opens at the top so it is easy to get in and out of yet it also has straps like a backpack so that I could carry it when walking on rough terrain or in a crowded place. The backpack part is great for my laptop and additional screen that I take with me on business trips every quarter. It fits everything I need. I really appreciate that the two can be zipped together or kept separate. The suitcase (without the backpack attached) fits under the seat on the plane and also in the overhead of EVERY train I took in the UK. It has compression straps which helps condense the load. I fit two weeks worth of clothes and an extra pair of shoes in this suitcase. The fabric held up really well also. I checked the suitcase on my flight to the UK and it made it through just fine. The wheels worked great on all kinds of terrain and I put tons of miles on them on my UK trip and they still look great. My only issue with this bag is that with the wheels and handle, the frame is heavy to carry as a backpack. It was fine for me because I was only carried it as a backpack in emergency situations and most of the time I rolled it. But, that is something to consider if you are looking for a lightweight backpack. I also used the packing cubes and they were a good size. I have been using a different set of packing cubes for years but it was nice to have some different size options. I now travel with this suitcase and backpack combo everywhere.

Great, high-quality backpack/suitcase

2026-02-17    -lotzacurls

I did really like this bag and would have liked to keep it, as this style (mix of rolling luggage/backpack) is really hard to find in a high-quality design. I only returned it because it was too large (slightly bigger than what is considered carry-on size). It's a high-quality bag with good zippers, sturdy wheels and solid, thick material. The colour was great and the bag looked fantastic. I really liked its different pockets/compartments and features, such as the little backpack that zips onto the front of the larger piece and especially the shoulder straps that conveniently zip into the back panel. It was almost the perfect bag, but it was slightly too large to be considered a carry-on according to some new airlines' size standards. It definately wouldn't have fit in a carry-on compartment with the new Canadian Airline regulations. But other than that, this is a very high-quality bag that I would have gladly kept. (I tend to travel only with carry-on luggage, so it's really not useful to me).

4.0 out of 5 stars Functional with lots of space

2026-02-15    -LMG

Very pleased with this product. The size is perfect, with plenty of space. I was worried about the low profile wheels but they perform well and are easier to stow away on the flight. It does not seem as heavy duty as I expected, but so far so good. Well organized and the smaller bag is perfect size for under seat storage. We shall see how it makes the long trip back, but so far it is exactly what I wanted. Not sure I can re-attached the small bag to the big one, but it was helpful to have them attached while in the airport. Let you know how that works

3.0 out of 5 stars Unless you are truly backpacking, it isn’t worth it.

2025-12-30    -GA

I got this for the backpack aspect for a trip to Italy. Maybe if I was on a “backpack across Europe” type trip, it would have made sense, but I was on tour buses and in regular hotels with elevators. I never used the backpack feature on the main suitcase.That being said, my review of the case in general:It was spacious. I am NOT a light packer but I was able to pack 9 days worth of outfits and toiletries and still had a little room. The soft side made it easy to pack full but still manipulate into overhead luggage compartments. The wheels aren’t fantastic but they aren’t horrible either. I didn’t really like the opening, I think it would have been easier if it opened completely. Overall, like I said I probably wouldn’t purchase it again. I have taken two more carry-on only trips since and opted to use my husband’s 20” hardside roller instead that moves smoother and is easier to pack.The smaller backpack, on the other hand, is good. It is roomy and comfortable to wear, though isn’t worth buying the set for it as is just a typical backpack. But unlike the bigger all bag, I have used it on subsequent trips.

Loved it, but too large for Air Canada

2026-01-16    -Jezzimo

Loved this product, great material and wheels, double pull handle nice and sturdy, however it noted being 22" high. I was willing to risk the .5" more than the allowable 21.5" size for Air Canada, but it is actually 23" high in total (so 1.5" over) and being a frequent traveler I didn't want to risk it being too large every time I travel. Really disappointed because it really was a nice set.

Update to my review: Still an awesome kit!

2026-01-01    -Louise Laliberté

ALSO SEE ORIGINAL REVIEW BELOW THIS UPDATE:After having used this bag for 2 weeks in Europe in planes, trains, subways, buses and a good deal of carting around on cobblestones, I can say that I’m pretty impressed by how well it’s held up. I ended up checking the bag in but decided to wrap it in an inexpensive nylon duffle bag first, because there are a lot of loose straps that could otherwise catch in the luggage carrousel. This also has the benefit of keeping the luggage clean. Upon retrieving my bag, I just removed the duffel and stuffed it in the front pocket for the next use. It also comes in handy if you suffered from “holiday shopping fever” and come back with more stuff than you had when you left.ABOUT THE HANDLE: As mentioned below, the handle doesn’t feel that sturdy when fully extended and if you want to make it last, don’t use it to lift your bag while it’s in the extended position. Drop it down first, then lift. Better yet, use the bag handle.ABOUT THE SIZE: If you intend on using the larger bag as a carry-on, you will need to check if it fits in the ‘’bag sizing’’ frame that is usually located around the check-in desk or self check-in machines. If it’s overstuffed, it will NOT fit (sigh…) hence the nylon duffle to quickly wrap it and send to the cargo hold instead. Also, be mindful that some airlines have a maximum weight limit for carry-ons and if using cubes to pack, the weight goes up really fast even if the size of the bag remains compact.ABOUT USING IT AS A BACKPACK: To my surprise, I ended up wheeling the bag more often than I expected because it was heavy (43 lbs) and quite difficult to put on by myself. However, the option to use it as a backpack was VERY appreciated when I got to long set of stairs which are pretty much the norm on the Amalfi Coast.IN CONCLUSION: I liked this arrangement of compression cubes and wheeled backpack so much, that I’ve switched to that way of packing on all my trips. I’ve done a few more since this update and I remain satisfied.ORIGINAL REVIEW:I needed something pretty compact that I could carry on my back if need be, so I ordered this kit despite some reviews saying it was “cheaply made”. I also wanted something that I could use on two week trips to avoid having to check any luggage in, only to find out it got lost in transit. I used many small packing cubes, but not the ones that came with the bag. I used the kind that has a secondary zipper to create even more compression and was able to fit an impressive amount of stuff in there.Unless there is an obvious stitching defect somewhere, I think most complaints about the zipper busting is most likely due to overstuffing the bag. This zipper is pretty much the same as on any of my other carry-ons, so I see no particular issue there. It is true that once the retractable handle is fully extended, it doesn’t feel that sturdy but to be honest, my other carry-ons have the exact same problem.As mentioned by many, when the small bag is zipped to the larger one, the whole thing topples forward. This is logical and to be expected because the center of gravity is moved forward. Since the smaller bag is designed to slip over the extended handle, this is my preferred way to carry it when I wheel it around, which solves the toppling issue.I hope this helps someone and Bon Voyage!

5.0 out of 5 stars BEST rolling backpack/overhead bag ever!!

2026-02-23    -Richard

FABULOUS PRODUCT!! Just returned from 3 weeks in Portugal using this. EXCEEDED EVERY EXPECTATION. Quality zippers. Useful packing sacks. Excellent design! I will give this as gifts to my kids and friends. Features not imagined were found in use and appreciated. Including well balanced.

Update to my review: Still an awesome kit!

2026-01-03    -Louise Laliberté

ALSO SEE ORIGINAL REVIEW BELOW THIS UPDATE:After having used this bag for 2 weeks in Europe in planes, trains, subways, buses and a good deal of carting around on cobblestones, I can say that I’m pretty impressed by how well it’s held up. I ended up checking the bag in but decided to wrap it in an inexpensive nylon duffle bag first, because there are a lot of loose straps that could otherwise catch in the luggage carrousel. This also has the benefit of keeping the luggage clean. Upon retrieving my bag, I just removed the duffel and stuffed it in the front pocket for the next use. It also comes in handy if you suffered from “holiday shopping fever” and come back with more stuff than you had when you left.ABOUT THE HANDLE: As mentioned below, the handle doesn’t feel that sturdy when fully extended and if you want to make it last, don’t use it to lift your bag while it’s in the extended position. Drop it down first, then lift. Better yet, use the bag handle.ABOUT THE SIZE: If you intend on using the larger bag as a carry-on, you will need to check if it fits in the ‘’bag sizing’’ frame that is usually located around the check-in desk or self check-in machines. If it’s overstuffed, it will NOT fit (sigh…) hence the nylon duffle to quickly wrap it and send to the cargo hold instead. Also, be mindful that some airlines have a maximum weight limit for carry-ons and if using cubes to pack, the weight goes up really fast even if the size of the bag remains compact.ABOUT USING IT AS A BACKPACK: To my surprise, I ended up wheeling the bag more often than I expected because it was heavy (43 lbs) and quite difficult to put on by myself. However, the option to use it as a backpack was VERY appreciated when I got to long set of stairs which are pretty much the norm on the Amalfi Coast.IN CONCLUSION: I liked this arrangement of compression cubes and wheeled backpack so much, that I’ve switched to that way of packing on all my trips. I’ve done a few more since this update and I remain satisfied.ORIGINAL REVIEW:I needed something pretty compact that I could carry on my back if need be, so I ordered this kit despite some reviews saying it was “cheaply made”. I also wanted something that I could use on two week trips to avoid having to check any luggage in, only to find out it got lost in transit. I used many small packing cubes, but not the ones that came with the bag. I used the kind that has a secondary zipper to create even more compression and was able to fit an impressive amount of stuff in there.Unless there is an obvious stitching defect somewhere, I think most complaints about the zipper busting is most likely due to overstuffing the bag. This zipper is pretty much the same as on any of my other carry-ons, so I see no particular issue there. It is true that once the retractable handle is fully extended, it doesn’t feel that sturdy but to be honest, my other carry-ons have the exact same problem.As mentioned by many, when the small bag is zipped to the larger one, the whole thing topples forward. This is logical and to be expected because the center of gravity is moved forward. Since the smaller bag is designed to slip over the extended handle, this is my preferred way to carry it when I wheel it around, which solves the toppling issue.I hope this helps someone and Bon Voyage!