Quick Answer
Choose the Topside Medium Trunk if you need maximum packing capacity for longer trips and don't mind checking a bag. Choose the Bigger Carry-On if you prefer to keep your luggage with you in the cabin and value quick access to your tech and essentials.
Capacity vs. Convenience: The Core Trade-Off
The Topside Medium Trunk packs as much as Away's classic Large suitcase but in a narrower, deeper profile. That means you can bring more without blocking hallways or cabin doors, but you'll need to check it at the airport. The Bigger Carry-On, on the other hand, is designed to fit in the overhead bin, so you can breeze through the airport and avoid baggage claim.
Think about your typical trip: a weekend city break or a business trip where you need your laptop and a change of clothes? The Bigger Carry-On's front pocket and dedicated tech sleeves make it a natural fit. A two-week vacation or a trip where you want to bring a variety of outfits? The Topside Medium Trunk's front-loading lid and interior compression system help you stay organized while living out of your bag.
Trade-Offs at a Glance
- Packing Capacity: The Topside Medium Trunk offers the capacity of a large suitcase, while the Bigger Carry-On is limited to carry-on size. Choose the trunk for longer trips or when you need to pack bulky items. If you often overpack, the trunk gives you more room to work with.
- Airport Experience: The Bigger Carry-On lets you skip checked baggage and keep your bag with you, while the Topside Medium Trunk must be checked. Choose the carry-on for speed and convenience, or the trunk if you don't mind waiting at baggage claim. Consider how much you value avoiding baggage claim on your next trip.
- Access to Essentials: The Bigger Carry-On's front pocket gives you quick access to your laptop, phone, and passport, while the Topside Medium Trunk's front-loading lid lets you live out of your bag without losing space. Choose the carry-on for frequent access to tech, or the trunk for organized living out of your suitcase. Think about whether you need your laptop or passport during the flight or at a layover.
Product Facts
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Topside Medium Trunk in: The Topside Medium Trunk packs as much as the classic Large suitcase but is narrower and deeper, with a front-loading top lid and interior compression system. This means you get maximum packing capacity for long trips without the bag feeling bulky in narrow spaces, and the front-loading lid lets you access your items without unpacking everything.
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The Executive Bigger Carry-On in: The Bigger Carry-On features a spacious front pocket with dedicated sleeves for a 14" laptop, phone, passport, and more, plus a main compartment for multiple outfits. This makes it ideal for business trips and commutes where you need quick, organized access to your tech and essentials while staying within carry-on size limits.
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Which One Fits You?
Best For
- Travelers who pack heavy and need maximum capacity for long trips or family vacations
- Those who prefer the organization of a front-loading trunk and don't mind checking a bag
Not For
- Travelers who want to avoid checked baggage fees and keep their bag with them in the cabin
- Business travelers who need quick access to a laptop and essentials during transit
