Rolls smooth, charges devices, doesn't dent like a tin can.
Why Not Just Buy the Cheap One?
A $60 carry-on from a discount store has plastic wheels that wobble, a handle that jams, and a shell that cracks. Away uses a polycarbonate shell with YKK zippers and silent, durable wheels. The built-in battery lets you charge your phone without hunting for outlets.
The Buy-Once Math
Cheap luggage lasts maybe two trips before you're stuck dragging a broken bag. Two replacements cost $120, plus the headache. One Away bag at $275 survives dozens of flights with a warranty to match. True cost: under $10 per trip for hundreds of trips.