Updated 23 Mar 2018
American Tourister
Curio 55cm
Snapshot: The American Tourister Curio 55cm hard case has 4 swivel wheels. But how does it perform?
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Test results
Overall score
Lift and drop
Puncture
Rain
Ease of use
Move and carry
Good points
- Excellent performance in the lift and drop test.
- Excellent puncture resistance.
- Good rain resistance.
- Very easy to move and carry.
- Very comfortable extendable handle.
- Expandable.
- Has a side handle.
- Has two internal pockets.
But
- Somewhat heavy.
- Doesn't meet Air New Zealand or Jetstar carry-on baggage size.
- No side handle.
- No external pockets.
Extended review
This bag performs as well as our recommended models but it’s too large for both Air New Zealand and Jetstar cabin baggage, so we don’t recommend it. It is expandable in size, so would be a good choice if you aren’t concerned about checking in your bag and need something more versatile and slightly larger.
How we test
Our overall assessment comprises 50% performance (lift/drop, puncture and rain testing) and 50% ease of use.
Key data
Model
Avg price
Type
Body type
More test results
Handle comfort
Weight
Specifications
Dimensions HxWxD (cm)
Size
Meets carry-on criteria
Expandable
Intended capacity (not expanded)
Weight (kg)
Stability (degrees)
Number of wheels
Features
Extendable handle length (cm)
Extendable handle positions
Backpack straps
Top handles
Side handles
External pockets
Internal pockets
Internal divider
Zip padlock hole
TSA lock
Member reviews
"Carryon bag"
30 Mar 2018, J C M.
Product use: 1 - 3 months
Pros:
size
Cons:
No side handle was a definite no no, not able to hang on to something whilst putting into the overhead storage. Wrap around zip not convenient in a hotel room.
Recommend it?
No, this product has too many drawbacks.
