The 5 best carry-ons you can buy right now

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Experienced travelers know that, when possible, it is always best to forgo checking a bag in favor of packing everything you’ll need for your trip into one suitcase that can fit in the overhead bin. You never have to worry about the airline losing your bag or put up with waiting for your luggage to come around the carousel after you’ve already spent hours in the air.

For those who have yet to invest in quality carry-on luggage, we have collected a few of our favorites below for your perusal.

The budget carry-on

You don’t have to spend big to get a quality piece of luggage. This carry-on from Travelpro is simple, but provides all the space and security your garments will need on a weekend flight.

Travelpro Luggage Maxlite3 Expandable Rollaboard, $81.94, available at Amazon.

The smart carry-on

The Bluesmart carry-on could be a peek into the future of luggage. It integrates technology into its design, featuring an internal scale in the handle to ensure that your bag is light enough to get through security, as well as a digitally controlled lock you can use through your smartphone. Additionally, the Bluesmart carry-on comes with a battery charger so you don’t lose access to your music or kindle halfway through your flight.

Bluesmart Smart Carry-On Suitcase, $399, available at Amazon.

The best dressed carry-on

If you're a regular traveler for business, and your business involves wearing a suit to a conference or meeting, it's understandable that you wouldn't want to stuff your jacket and trousers into the bottom of your standard carry-on. Thankfully, this Samsonite has a fully featured interior, which includes a hanger hook, extended panel for longer garments, lined shoe compartment, compression straps, and multiple pockets for additional organization.

Samsonite Silhouette Sphere 2 Softside Deluxe Voyager Garment Bag, $299.99, available at Amazon.