Carry-on luggage doesn't take quite the beating that check-ins do, but they still have to deal with the travails of traversing the concourse, cramming into overhead bins, and, perhaps most importantly, carrying items we might actually need between check-in and baggage claim. The Carry On X from Carl Friedrik excels in all phases. Its durable construction pairs a polycarbonate exterior with a lightweight aluminum frame while adding a zipped front pocket with a padded laptop sleeve and pockets for smaller essentials. 360° spinner wheels make navigating tight spaces easier, while two sets of integrated straps and a removable compression pad on the interior let it pack more than expected. Robust, integrated TSA-approved latch locks complete the experience.