What’s your favorite feature about this bag? Let’s talk about it! 20" Expandable hard shell carry on: quince.sjv.io/q49Vjg Packing Cubes: quince.sjv.io/5gEKN1
Thank you for reviewing this bag! I actually just bought the exact one (green too!) last week for an upcoming trip to Europe. The expandable feature (and the price without sacrificing quality) really sold me because now I can splurge and buy a few things in Belgium, France and Netherlands (probably lots of chocolate!) without worrying it won't fit in my bag. Also, its lighter than many other bags I researched so that will be helpful as I'll be traveling by train from town to town. I loved seeing how much it fit for you, and I can't wait to pack it with my new packing cubes :). Your review just upped my anticipation and excitement by double! Yay!!!!!!!!!
I've been wondering about the Quince suitcases and didn't know you reviewed them already. The price on their bags is amazing, considering they're polycarbonate plus they have YKK and Hinomoto features. Thanks for another excellent video.
Sometimes you need a 3rd arm and hand to control those wild open cases. Nice case with good options at an affordable price. Thanks for bringing it to our attention.
I just received this bag a couple of days ago! We are taking a Greek Islands cruise in May that included airfare. Unfortunately, the cruise line booked us on Air France and none of our carry on suitcases met their size requirements. Having watched your previous Quince review I decided to order from them and was delighted to see the expandable version since I have been known to bring home a purchase or two (or ten). I love that Quince is so affordable since I will probably continue to use my larger carryon for domestic travel and would hate to purchase an expensive bag (times 2 since my husband needs one as well) for just this trip. (We travel internationally but generally on American which allows us to use the same bags we use when we fly in the States.) I also love Quince’s 365 day return policy which allowed me to order with confidence knowing that if I found a better bag between now and our trip, I could return this one. I don’t think I will for the price and the features but you never know because the industry is always coming out with new or improved bags. Thanks for another great review! It made me feel even better about my purchase.
I freaked out when I saw this thumbnail. I am ordering this now! In all my travels I’ve learned an expandable carry on is the best. Some trips, I move hotels/cities and hate having to squeeze everything in just to unpack at the new place. This suitcase will let me dump everything mid-trip in with it expanded and then I can cram everything in and go through that Tetris when it’s not expanded for when I fly back home.
I love this! Just started following you and I’ve watched so many of your videos already. made me realize I could downsize so much of my trips now 😂 going on a weekend trip soon and I want the underseat pro backpack but it’s sold out 😭
Haven't heard any reviews mention one of the best uses I've found for expandable luggage. You pack it completely full and zip it closed when expanded. No risk of ripping the zipper. Then you and your family members sit on it and zip it to the un-expanded size! I do it all the time. Works like a charm!
Have you done a review on the Solgaard Carry On Closet? If not, please consider doing one. I love your review videos ❤ I’m going to look into this Quince carry on now.
Based on your reviews I recently bought a Quince 20” expandable. I traveled for a week on American. Except for gate check on a tiny regional jet it fit both when used normally and when expanded. I had plenty of room for a weeks worth of clothes. The only criticism is that the outside hard case is a bit flimsy. The bottom bulged out some when fully packed. The only thing I missed is (compared to Away) is a handle on the bottom to grab when getting it down from the overhead. Wheels and zippers are great. I prefer that the tsa locks are on the top and easier to get to. Good compression. Love your channel!
Thank you! That type of polycarbonate is thinner than the others it seems, compared to monos or July, but feels exactly the same as my Away one, although 2.5 pounds lighter!
Hi! Thanks for doing this review! Just curious, with them coming in at around 6.6lbs each would you choose the quince expandable or the july essentials carry on for international travel?
Either one. The July isn’t expandable though, so it depends on if you plan on shopping :) I did just bring this one and it did well! Not a scratch on it, and I checked it on the way home to test it out
I'm taking a month long trip through Italy. I really like the 20" Quince expandable, I'm just concerned with how the spinner wheels will hold up on the Italian "roads". Do you think a 2 wheeled carryon (like Travel Pro) would fare better?
On tough roads you will want to pull it as you would with 2 wheels, but I would personally never use luggage with only 2 wheels. With a spinner you have the option, and I like it at my side in a busy terminal. I traveled with my quince for the past 2 weeks and it was great!
I ended up ordering a set of the large and 20" expandable. What is the suitcase behind you (third row from the bottom) in the beautiful retro pistachio colour with the metal handle? And the burgundy like colour one with the gold stripe through it?
How have the other quince suitcases held up to being used ? I love the price point on them but I’m scared the quince might not hold up for months of travel. Some reviews state issues. I’m between this and monos.
I haven’t traveled with mine yet. I did a scratch test (off camera) and have used them around town for a lot of photoshoots and they are still in great condition.
None of them are gray. Are you talking about maybe the champagne gold colored one? It’s the Monos Hybrid Carry on and it’s my favorite! ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-BdiWG6Wgxr0.htmlsi=vG6uFGqtTZvlbAql
Just found It's The Kellys and saw your review of the Quince Expandable 20" hard side luggage. Great detailed reviews! Too bad. If I had seen this review earlier, I wouldn't have ordered the Samsonite Freeform 21". Going to California and thought I needed the 21", but at full measurement, it may be too big for a carry on. If you have already reviewed this Samsonite, would you return it and get the expandable Quince? They're close in price but I like the compression and layout of Quince. Have you traveled with it? Great to know you're in Michigan! We're close to A2.
To be honest, I’m not a Samsonite fan at all, especially because of their X strap. But that’s just me! Usually when a luggage has a number of inches in the same, it’s the size of the bag itself, not the wheels and the handles. So if yours is measuring over 22, id consider a smaller one :)
@@ItsTheKellysThanks so much for your thoughts! The x-strap on the Samsonite does feel flimsy. You showing that the 20-inch doesn't sacrifice much space from the 21-inch is a game changer. Of course, it helps to know how to pack and how to use packing cubes. Thanks again! Glad I found your site. Will report on the 20-inch Quince after our California trip.
Currently debating between the July carry on essential and Quince 20” expandable. I would like a carry on that I can pretty much take it anywhere. It’s hard because there are features I like on both. I like the outer shell, the aesthetic, and the warranty of the July carry on essential. On the Quince, I like that it’s lighter, smaller and can fit more than the July. Any thoughts? Which one would you pick? Thanks!
I have traveled with both, and I do like them both. They are both still in incredible condition, even after being checked (to test them!) Obviously the expandable one will hold more, but the compression is stronger on the July. The outer shells: July’s is thicker and heavier, and Quince’s is more flexible and light. You can’t go wrong with either one, but for the price, Quince is incredible.
Just got notice from Quince they now have a lifetime limited warranty i addition to the 365day return policy. Looking hard at these bags and not sure if expandable or not as we are flying Aer Lingus soon and they have tight limits
Quince is easily becoming one of my favorite bags. I’ve traveled with it a few times now. Expandable features are nice, but it is a tad deeper than the original one
I’m in love with this suitcase. Thanks for the great reviews. But--- apparently the AerLingus bag requirements are just a tiny bit smaller than your measurement of the 20” size Quince. .3 cm difference it appears. Will that matter when trying to fit in the carry on bag sizer ? If so - 😢 what similar bag falls into that 55cm (21.5”) size listed on their website Desperate to find something for a transatlantic flight from SEA to DUB
I’m not sure, I don’t own any bags larger than carry on size. But if away advertises that for their bags, I’m sure it will work with this one, as they are extremely similar
Hi! Thanks for this review. I'm interested in the 20" expandable, but I'm worried about the size. Quince has the non-expanded depth listed as 9.8" and the width as 14.4", which is too big for international flights. Your measurements of 9" and 14" are obviously better -- I'm looking at United and their limit is 22 x 14 x 9. Did you notice this discrepancy? I wonder why they have larger dims listed.
That’s actually a funny story because I always ask for a specific color and the nail tech always does it wrong. I believe I asked for sandstorm and she gave me fuzzy wuzzy. Unsure of the brand.
For luggage reviews, I just fill them with random things. I try to just show how many cubes it can hold, vs specific packing items, for a more general audience
@geepismyname that varies based on the clothing and size. I try to keep luggage reviews under 14 minutes and keep specifics like that in my packing videos.
@@ItsTheKellys Yay! That’s what I thought! I was really hoping that you would review it!! I am also curious about the green one next to it?😂 I’m in the market for a new carry-on and this Quince is definitely in the running!!
I’m traveling with it now and it is bigger than a lot of other international carry on’s but it’s been fine on my flights in Turkey, Nepal, and India :)
@@ItsTheKellys I fly with Southwest every month. They seem to be one of the most generous airlines in regards to carry on bag size allowance. 24x16x10. I bought the Velo suitcase to use as a carry on but returned it before I ever used it because it’s 10.6” depth. VELO’s return policy wouldn’t really allow me to take it for a spin. In my heart of hearts I think it would’ve fit in the overhead compartment even at the medium size. The 21” Quince I think is 23x15x10.5, so again the depth was my concern. Luckily their return looks like I would be able to return it if I had to. Thank you for your reply and amazing reviews!
I don’t weigh it after, because it’s all about what YOU pack in it. I filled it with random things, including all 5 packing cubes to prove its capacity, when I would never pack that in real life. It’s 6.6 pounds plus the weight of your items. Weighing it with a jacket and blanket and rug at the end doesn’t really matter. It’s one of the lightest hard cases out there :)
