Whatever the occasion, these top quality suitcase sets will have you covered
4 March 2024
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A good suitcase is a key purchase for keen travellers, but investing in one singular case is unlikely to suffice. At the very least, any frequent flyer will need a carry-on suitcase for shorter trips away, and one check-in case for long haul flights – and more likely two: one for weeklong trips and one larger option for your big summer getaway. As such, one of the most cost-effective ways to ensure you’re covered for all your packing needs is to invest in a luggage set.
Plenty of our favourite luggage brands offer price reductions if you purchase more than one suitcase, and some include discounts on backpacks and weekenders, so you can create a set that’s really tailored to your needs at a more cost-effective price. Below, eight of our top-recommended luggage sets, available to buy from our recommended tried-and-tested suitcase brands.
Monos
Best customisable luggage set
Pros: Bags and packing cubes are included, can mix and match colours
Cons: Lighter colours scuff easily
Saving: £150 off individual price
Monos has made it easy to create a customised packing solution for your exact needs. As well as the usual two and three hardshell case options, sets with packing cubes and backpacks are available, and you can mix and match colours between cases – something rarely seen with other brands offering sets. All cases nest inside each other for storage, and there’s a lifetime warranty.
According to our editors: “I’ve had a couple of Monos suitcases, and I’ve always been impressed with the number of interior pockets – something I’m grateful for as a consummate over-packer. The large check-in case is no different, boasting more inner compartments than any other suitcase I’ve owned, giving me space for my laundry bag, toiletries, electricals and all the just-in-case bits and bobs I please. The compression system and dividers help squeeze everything in neatly. The textured casing is lovely, but it does get marked rather easily. However, it’s nothing a brief wipe down with a damp cloth can’t sort.” Charley Ward, commerce writer
July
Best lightweight luggage set
Pros: Choice of sets of two or three
Cons: Bags aren’t included
Saving: Up to £80, depending on the set
If you’re a fan of July’s cool Aussie style and super lightweight polycarbonate shells, you’ll be glad to know the brand offers reductions of up to £80 on sets of two or three of its hardside spinners. Accessories and weekenders aren’t eligible for discounts, but there is a £50 reduction on the brand’s new roomy trunk luggage offering – so it’s good news for overpackers.
According to our editors: “My July carry-on is by far the lightest suitcase I’ve ever tried. Struggling to wrangle my case in and out of the aeroplane’s overhead compartments is now a thing of the past. I’ve also had multiple compliments from fellow travellers when I’ve used it. But my favourite aspect is how quiet the spinner wheels are in use, even over bumpy cobblestones. The high quality telescopic handle makes life easier when manoeuvring around busy airports, too.” Charley Ward, commerce writer
Antler
Best all round luggage set
Pros: Nests for storage, good colour range
Cons: Bags aren’t included, no sets of two
Saving: 15 per cent off individual price
Antler’s Clifton set is the go-to luggage for our commerce editor Lauren Burvill. Antler sets are well-priced, especially given they come with a lifetime guarantee, and nest inside each other for easy storage. The popular hardshell Clifton range is our choice, but the brand also offers 15 per cent reductions on sets of its minimalist Stamford line and the soft shell Brixham and Prestwick offerings.
According to our editors: “I have the Clifton luggage set in mineral and absolutely love it. The cute cabin case is the perfect bag to take on any weekend getaway. All of them are scratch-resistant and lightweight while still being sturdy, and are a dream to whip around busy airports. Each case within the set sits neatly within one another too, so it’s very easy to store.” Lauren Burvill, commerce editor
American Tourister
Best budget luggage set
Pros: Good price
Cons: Only a two-year warranty
Saving: 50 per cent on individual buys – a considerable saving
A mere £165 spend will get you a full set of three suitcases when you shop at trusty US brand American Tourister. The suitcases aren’t of the highest quality in comparison to some of the other brands on this list, and take note that there’s only a two-year warranty, whereas many of the other cases on this list offer a lifetime guarantee. Nonetheless, if you’re looking for an inexpensive set to see you through the odd getaway, you could certainly do worse.
Horizn Studios
Best luggage set for suitcases with pockets
Pros: Mix and match the cases you’d like from the brand’s range
Cons: Bags aren’t included
Saving: £50 off sets of two or more
Outdoorsy types should look to Horizn Studios’ selection of quality hardshell luggage. The brand has worked on several high-profile collaborations, ultimately creating a super-strong polycarbonate range of cases made with partially recycled materials inside and out. If it’s good enough to go into space, it should be okay in the hold. We like that the brand’s carry-on with a front pocket is included in this deal – we’re always a fan of anything that makes life easier at security.
Paravel
Best eco-friendly luggage set
Pros: Good range of options, including suitcase/weekender sets and accessories sets
Cons: Small saving in comparison to purchasing separately
Saving: Around five to 10 per cent, depending on the set
There’s much to like at Paravel, especially when it comes to the brand’s range of luggage sets. It’s got some of the most customisable offerings we’ve seen, with a good selection of options including weekenders, totes, backpacks, cases of all sizes and accessories. Paravel has a strong track record for sustainability, using post-consumer recycled plastic bottles in its products, earning the brand a coveted Climate Neutral status in 2020.
Carl Friedrik
Best luxury luggage set
Pros: Nest inside each other for storage
Cons: Only two piece sets available, often sold out
Of all the luggage brands we’ve tried and tested, Carl Friedrik consistently ranks as one of the most pleasingly aesthetic to travel with. Functionality-wise, nothing’s been spared with build quality either. These are beautifully made aluminium hardside suitcases finished with chic leather trims. Discounts are modest, but purchasing a set ensures you have a smart, quality luggage set that will last a lifetime.
According to our editors: “I travel regularly with the carry-on pro style, and love the way it looks and navigates. The organisational interior and exterior pockets are really well thought out and designed. What really sets the brand apart is the aluminium combination lock frame, which feels incredibly safe and secure.” Sophie Knight, visuals editor
Beis
Best stylish luggage set
Pros: Can choose sets of two or three, can mix and match colours
Cons: Bags aren’t included
Saving: 15 per cent off individual price
Instagram-favourite luggage brand Beis offers 15 per cent discounts when you purchase two or more of its suitcases. You can mix and match colours, which is a bonus, but you’ll have to pay full price on any additional weekenders or accessories.
According to our editors: “I would recommend the brand’s carry-on suitcase for a traveller who is an exclusive team carry-on member. It’s lightweight and easy to manoeuvre – I was able to bring it down from the overhead bin myself as well as move it in and out of the trunk of the rental car easily – and easy on the eyes as well.”
