Rockland Melbourne Hardside Expandable Spinner Wheel Luggage, Carry-On 20", Green

Picked this up for a recent trip, and it ended up being a really convenient piece of luggage to travel with. Simple, functional, and easy to handle. Travel experience: The spinner wheels are the highlight. It glides easily through airports and hotels, even when fully packed. Being able to roll it upright without dragging it makes a big difference over longer distances. Packing space: There’s more room than I expected. The interior layout makes it easy to separate items, and the expandable option is useful when you need that extra space coming back. Size & convenience: Good size for shorter trips or carry-on depending on the airline. It’s compact enough to manage easily but still holds everything you need. Build & feel: The hard shell is lightweight and does a decent job protecting what’s inside. Feels sturdy enough for regular travel without being overly heavy. What stands out: • Smooth rolling wheels (huge for travel days) • Lightweight and easy to maneuver • Expandable when you need extra space Minor downside: Like most hard shell luggage, it can pick up scuffs after airline handling. Doesn’t affect performance, just cosmetic. 2-month update: Used on multiple trips now, and it’s still rolling smoothly. No issues with the handle, wheels, or zippers. Bottom line: If you want a straightforward, easy-to-use suitcase that travels well without costing a ton, this is a solid choice. Great for everyday travel needs.

As allot of reviewers have already notated, this luggage reeks of a chemical smell. It actually smells of moth balls. Prior to my trip I placed it in a separate room and let it air out for several weeks. Closer to the trip I used a box of baking soda to "suck up" some of the odor. On my trip I included a dryer sheet along with my belongings and didn't have a problem with my clothes smelling. After about three weeks it still has a slight smell of moth balls. If this is an odor you can not stomach, I would just walk away now. I don't take umbridge with it as I took the above precautions, but it did reflect in me giving it one less star. Now, as far as the over quality and durability of the item,it works fantastic. I fly out of a smaller airport since I'm in the Midwest flyover part of the country, thus, smaller airplanes. Anyone who has ever flown on a Canadian Regional Jet knows that the overhead compartments are tighter than tight. I had a full bag (although I did not need to use the expansion zipper) and was able to squeeze it into the overhead bin like a glove. The flight attendant even doubted that it would work and once I was able to maneuver it in, some applause broke out in the cabin. I normally used a backpack on my previous journeys, I was able to get double the amount of clothes and belongings in this bag. I'm an obese guy, so my clothes are double the size of a normal person, I was able to get a weeks worth of clothes, my hygiene kit, a pair of sandals, and a set of shoes in there comfortably. I actually had additional room. The luggage is extremely lightweight and rolls around smoothly on smooth surfaces. The only issue I have with the construction is the handle feels a little flimsy once it's extended all the way (it's of the telescoping variety). If you are a shorter individual, this won't be an issue as you won't need to extend it all the way, but if you're over 5 ft 10 in, then you'll need to telescope the handle. As long as you're pulling it from behind, there shouldn't be an issue, but if you tweak or twist the handle more than just enough pressure will probably break the thing. Another bonus I was not expecting was a luggage lock is included. The zippers work smoothly. [UPDATE: I have had this carry on for an entire decade now! I've bumped the rating up to 5 stars because of its resilience and durability. I've flown around the world to several countries several times with it (and it has the scars to prove it) and it has not failed me once. I'm happy to report the initial moth ball smell dissipated after the first year. Unfortunately, the last year or so the wheels are starting to become a little wonky with age. I'm assuming the wheel bearings are probably going bad, but with as much use as I've received from the old workhorse, that's to be expected. I absolutely love the old gal, we have so many memories together across several continents. The day those wheel bearings finally give out will be a very sad day for me.]

This is a great little carry-on! I bought them for my two grandchildren. One in orange and one in purple. (Wish I hadn’t needed to pay more for the purple one.) There is plenty of space for a long weekend, and hopefully a longer trip now that we can travel with them. The kids, 9 and 11, can easily wheel them and maneuver them. They seem quite durable and I’m hoping they last for quite a while.

I was looking for specifically: a hardside, spinner castered, expandible, compliant carry-on. It needed to have pads on its hinge side so that if can stand on it side (say in a bus or train baggage shelf), and the relevant handles on two sides, in addition to the extendable handle. Robustness/durability/quality of build and materials is of course an important factor, but hard to assess when shopping online. The look of it is important to me, and I was looking for some think with a generally orthagonal design (as opposed to having any diagonal or wavy design features), color needed to be a solid color, needed to have textured or matte surface, as opposed to smooth and shiny. The interior fabric lining needed to have little to no pattern. It of needed to maximize interior storage space while still respect the maximum overal dimension permitted by most airlines for carry-on. The Rockland 'Melbourne' generally meets this criteria, with the following caveats: I would say durability is TBD, from what I can tell, not having travelled yet with this, expecially by plane, I think this bag feels a little flimsey; but for the low price I paid, still good value. I predict it wont do particularly well if rough handled, say, if checked at the counter of an airline. As long as it stays in my posession, I believe it will do okay. Similarly, I think interior fabric lining feel a little on the flimsey side (stitching as well as the textile itself), and so I think I need to be a little careful, but I think it will be okay. Again, given the price I paid, I think still good value, and as such, I still rate it 4 stars out of 5. I will say that, when I have looked even a name branded carry-ons at stores such as TJmax or its sister chains, I have not been terribly impressed with their builds either, especially considering their premiums. i would need to re-visit a store now to definitively say whether or not their builds are better than this Rockland. Finally, as noted by others, the dimensions may be inaccurately reported on the website. Strictly speaking, the maximum dimensions (including protusions, of the example I have here) are 22.375" high (floor to top of handle), 14.75" wide (side handle to side pad at the wider base of the bag - the bag flairs slightly at the base) and 9.75" deep (including a pad on one face). If one applies a tape measure quickly or casually to the bag (as one one likely and normally does), the 'main' portions of the bag (proper) will fall into 21.5" tall (not including handle) x 13.5" wide (not including pads) x 9.5" deep (it fairly easy to squeeze the depth down to 9", however). Each airline has their own standards, and I would also say that each airline employee will apply the rules differently. I expect the bag will (usually) pass for carry-on, but we'll see.

Good quality and perfect size. Rolls perfect

Very Pleased! This carryon is the new TSA size for carryons! It was perfect for a rugged trip to Ecuador because it fit all the items and clothes I needed. It made it through multiple terrain, and was easily spotted with its bright colors!

I bought this carry on suitcase to replace an old cloth one I had for years. Not that anything was wrong with it, but because of the bedbug scare going around in the world, I thought "better safe than sorry". I like the color and all the other features like separate compartments within. Zippered pockets to keep items away from others, all within the same piece. It held up well on my trip to Mexico. Although I stayed with relatives there, but had I chose to stay in a hotel, I wanted the peace of mind that I wouldn't bring home an unwanted visitor with me or lots. Even for domestic travel, it would definitely affect why I would rather use a hardtop suitcase, just to keep the buggers off. I never actually had a problem anywhere I've been with that. But I have heard lots of stories about this. So I like the idea of traveling on the side of caution now. Anyways back to the suitcase. Yes I like the sturdiness of it. The price was well worth it because of the mobility ease, rolls well on practically any surface. Even the fact that what was packed in there felt very light. Easy to use the handles, zippers, pockets etc. This is one item I highly recommend to anyone else who wants an affordable suitcase for less than what you pay in a store and can be shipped to you. Also recommended for those with the idea of having anti bug luggage while traveling. It will make cleaning the suitcase easier now, being a plastic hardtop, with Lysol or any cleaning agent. Not just critters but even viruses, microbes etc. I'm looking forward to using the suitcase for domestic travel, since it did hold up well on the international trip I just had a while back. Hope this helps lots and safe travels to everyone out there. With this carry on luggage suitcase, you won't go wrong. Godspeed to you reading this!

It’s so cute i love the champagne color! Got a great deal with the coupon. Bought a tag to match the new look. Seems sturdy enough for carry on purposes and roomy enough to fit my stuff. First time fitting my whole life in a carry on lol. Fly out in just a few hours and will update if anything changes.