Samsonite Freeform 28-Inch vs Rockland Melbourne 28-Inch

The Rockland Melbourne 28-Inch is the safer pick for most shoppers. It uses ABS, weighs about 10 lb, has a 5-year warranty and earns a 4.6 out of 5 from 41 ratings. The Samsonite Freeform 28-Inch has the better shell material (polypropylene), a recessed TSA lock and a split-case divider, but owners report cracking, broken back-panel caps and heavy scratching after a few trips. Buy the Samsonite for its organization and TSA lock if you accept the durability risk; buy the Rockland for a lighter, cheaper-feeling but better-reviewed large checked bag.

• Choose the Samsonite Freeform 28-Inch if you want a polypropylene hardshell with a recessed TSA lock, a full split-case divider and 1.5-inch expansion for long trips.
• Choose the Rockland Melbourne 28-Inch if you want a large expandable spinner with a 5-year warranty and strong owner ratings, and you don't need a TSA lock.