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21.7 in 14.8 in 10

Amazon Basics Hardside Spinner 21" Carry-On

The carry-on from the same Amazon Basics family as their 30" bag: very cheap and expandable, but 10 in deep, over the 9 in limit most US airlines use.

Best for: Occasional trips, Budget airlines

Weight
7.7 lb
Size in
21.7 × 14.8 × 10
Warranty
Not listed (the brand doesn't publish this spec)
Shell
Hard
Fits 3 of 9 US airlines
  • AA: too big
  • DL: too big
  • UA: too big
  • WN: fits
  • B6: too big
  • AS: too big
  • NK: fits
  • F9: fits
  • G4: too big
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  • Fits
  • Tight
  • Too big
  • No published limit

What we like

  • Lowest price here
  • Under 22 in tall including wheels
  • Expands up to 15%

Watch out for

  • 10 in deep and 14.8 in wide, over 22 × 14 × 9 in limits
  • Heavier than softside carry-ons

Our score 6.7/10

Airline fit (US)
3.3/10
Durability
7/10
Packing space
7/10
Rolling & handling
7/10
Value
9/10
Every airline we track ↓

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Specs

Height21.7 in (55.1 cm)
Width14.8 in (37.6 cm)
Depth10 in (25.4 cm)
Empty weight7.7 lb (3.5 kg)
CapacityNot listed (the brand doesn't publish this spec)
ShellHard
Wheels4
ExpandableYes
TSA lockNot listed (the brand doesn't publish this spec)
Laptop / front pocketNo
WarrantyNot listed (the brand doesn't publish this spec)

Airline fit

As a carry-on: US airlines: fits 3 of 9; all 14 airlines we track: fits 4 of 14 · tight on 2.Measured with wheels and handles, unexpanded.

AirlineResultDetails
US airlines
American AirlinesDoesn't fit0.8 in too wide and 1 in too deep for 22 × 14 × 9 in.
Delta Air LinesDoesn't fit0.8 in too wide and 1 in too deep for 22 × 14 × 9 in.
United AirlinesDoesn't fit0.8 in too wide and 1 in too deep for 22 × 14 × 9 in.
Southwest AirlinesFitsFits 24 × 16 × 10 in.
JetBlueDoesn't fit0.8 in too wide and 1 in too deep for 22 × 14 × 9 in.
Alaska AirlinesDoesn't fit0.8 in too wide and 1 in too deep for 22 × 14 × 9 in.
Spirit AirlinesFitsFits 22 × 18 × 10 in.
Frontier AirlinesFitsFits 24 × 16 × 10 in. Max 35 lb packed.
Allegiant AirDoesn't fit0.8 in too wide and 1 in too deep for 22 × 14 × 9 in.
Other airlines we track
Air CanadaTight fit1 in too deep for 21.5 × 15.5 × 9 in; may be gate-checked.
WestJetDoesn't fit0.7 in too tall and 1 in too deep for 21 × 15 × 9 in.
British AirwaysFitsFits 22 × 17.7 × 9.8 in. Max 51 lb packed.
LufthansaTight fit1 in too deep for 21.7 × 15.7 × 9 in; may be gate-checked. Max 17.6 lb packed.
RyanairDoesn't fit2.1 in too deep for 21.7 × 15.7 × 7.9 in.

Airline rules change; confirm on your airline's site before flying.

How it compares

Amazon Basics Hardside Spinner 21" Carry-On: common questions

What are the dimensions of the Amazon Basics Hardside Spinner 21" Carry-On?

21.7 in (55.1 cm) tall, 14.8 in (37.6 cm) wide and 10 in (25.4 cm) deep, including wheels and handles.

How much does the Amazon Basics Hardside Spinner 21" Carry-On weigh?

It weighs 7.7 lb (3.5 kg) empty.

Which airlines does the Amazon Basics Hardside Spinner 21" Carry-On fit as a carry-on?

Based on published limits, it fits Southwest Airlines, Spirit Airlines, Frontier Airlines, British Airways. It's up to 1 inch over on Air Canada, Lufthansa, which is usually accepted but could be gate-checked. It's too big for American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, United Airlines, JetBlue, Alaska Airlines, Allegiant Air, WestJet, Ryanair. Always confirm with your airline before flying.

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