Maxlite Air V2 Carry-On Hardside Spinner vs Away The Bigger Carry-On Luggage
Buy the Travelpro Maxlite Air V2 if you want the lighter bag and the lower price. It is 6.7 lbs against 7.9 lbs for the Away, and it costs $157.24 at Irv's Luggage as of November 3, 2026 versus $260.00 at Poshmark. Choose the Away The Bigger Carry-On if you want a slightly larger cabin bag with a ribbed shell and a leather tag included. The $102.76 gap is the main reason most shoppers pick the Travelpro.
Today the Maxlite Air V2 Carry-On Hardside Spinner costs $102.76 less at its best price.
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Maxlite Air V2 Carry-On Hardside Spinner
4.6$157.24at Irv's LuggageObserved Nov 2, 2026, 6:12 PM
Choose the Travelpro Maxlite Air V2 if you want a carry-on that weighs 6.7 lbs, expands 2 inches, and costs $157.24 at Irv's Luggage as of November 3, 2026.
Pros
- 6.7 lbs empty, light for a hardside carry-on
- 2-inch expansion adds packing room on the return trip
- 8 spinner wheels roll smoothly in all directions
- Integrated TSA lock and reinforced inner corner guards
- Lifetime limited warranty
Cons
- 46 L is slightly smaller than the Away
- Opens from the middle, not the top
What separates them
| Maxlite Air V2 Carry-On Hardside Spinner | Away The Bigger Carry-On Luggage | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $157.24 at Irv's Luggage as of November 3, 2026 | $260.00 at Poshmark as of November 3, 2026 |
| Empty weight | 6.7 lbs | 7.9 lbs |
| Capacity | 46 L | 47.9 L |
| Expansion | 2-inch expansion zipper | No expansion |
| Shell | 100% polycarbonate, smooth finish | Hardshell with ribbed exterior |
| Wheels | 8 spinner wheels, 360° | 4 360° spinner wheels |
| Lock | Integrated TSA lock | TSA-approved combination lock |
| Warranty | Built For a Lifetime Limited Warranty |
Price history
- Maxlite Air V2 Carry-On Hardside Spinner: lowest $157.24 on Nov 2 at eBay.
- Away The Bigger Carry-On Luggage: lowest $260.00 on Nov 2 at Poshmark.
Prices at every store
Maxlite Air V2 Carry-On Hardside Spinner
- Irv's LuggageNew
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$157.24Free shippingObserved Nov 2, 2026, 6:12 PM - eBayNew
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$157.24+ $0.99 shippingObserved Nov 2, 2026, 6:12 PM - JCPenneyNew
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$161.99Free shippingObserved Nov 2, 2026, 6:12 PM - Kohl'sNew
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$303.99Free shippingObserved Nov 2, 2026, 6:12 PM
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Specs compared
| Spec | Maxlite Air V2 Carry-On Hardside Spinner | Away The Bigger Carry-On Luggage |
|---|---|---|
| Wheels | 8 Spinner wheels | 360° spinner wheels |
| Weight | 9.4 lbs. | 7.9 lbs |
| Set Pieces | Single suitcase | — |
| Construction Type | Hard shell, Hardside | — |
| Exterior Type | Checked, Check-in | — |
| Volume | 89 L | — |
| Depth | 11 in. (Case Dimensions) | — |
| Height | 27.5 in. (Overall Dimensions) | — |
| Width | 16.25 in. (Case Dimensions) | — |
| Expanded Depth | Expands 2 | — |
| Closure Type |
Questions and answers
- Which is better for a week-long trip?
- The Away The Bigger Carry-On holds 47.9 L, about 6-9 outfits for 4-7 days. The Travelpro holds 46 L but expands 2 inches, which closes most of the gap.
- Is the Away worth $102.76 more?
- Only if you want the extra 1.9 L and the ribbed shell. The Travelpro is lighter, expands, and has a lifetime limited warranty at $157.24 at Irv's Luggage as of November 3, 2026.
- Which is lighter to lift into an overhead bin?
- The Travelpro at 6.7 lbs empty. The Away is 7.9 lbs, so it is 1.2 lbs heavier before you pack anything.
- Do both fit major US airline carry-on limits?
- Both are sold as carry-ons that fit most major US airlines. The Travelpro is sizer-bin tested, and the Away lists 22.7 x 15.4 x 9.6 inches.
- Which has the better wheels?
- The Travelpro has 8 spinner wheels; the Away has 4. Eight wheels spread the load and track straighter on carpet and tile.
- Which lasts longer?
- The Travelpro carries a Built For a Lifetime Limited Warranty and reinforced corner guards. The Away listing states no warranty, so long-term coverage is unclear.
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