You only notice a good suitcase when you stop noticing it. It rolls smoothly, keeps your belongings intact and lasts year after year. That is exactly why more and more travellers choose an aluminium suitcase. In this guide you will read what to look for in 2026, and which suitcase suits your journey.
Why aluminium?
Aluminium is strong, sleek and gets better with time. Where plastic cracks or yellows, a suitcase made of 100% aluminium keeps its shape. A scratch or dent belongs to the material and tells the story of where you have been. An aluminium suitcase usually weighs a little more than a plastic one. In return, it lasts much longer.
What to look for when choosing
- Material and construction. Choose solid aluminium with a sturdy frame. This is where durability lives.
- Dimensions. Cabin luggage has to stay within your airline's rules. Always check your airline's current dimensions before you book.
- Wheels and handle. Spinner wheels that roll quietly and a handle without play. These are the parts that wear first.
- Lock. A TSA combination lock allows inspection without damaging your lock.
- Warranty. A lifetime guarantee says something about a brand's confidence in its own product.
- Price. Look at the cost over the years, not just the price on the day of purchase.
The Amice Original at a glance
The Original comes in Silver and Black, and in three sizes. All suitcases are made of 100% aluminium.
- Original Carry-on: 53 x 37 x 21 cm, 4.8 kg, with five vertical ribs. For weekends and short trips.
- Original Carry-on Front Pocket: 53 x 39.5 x 23.5 cm, 4.8 kg. Slightly deeper and with a front pocket. Check your airline's cabin dimensions, as this version is not suitable for every airline.
- Original Check-in: 65 x 48 x 25 cm, 55 litres, 5.5 kg, with six ribs. For longer trips.
Choose once, enjoy for years
A 150 euro suitcase that you replace three times in six years ends up costing more than an Amice Original Carry-on at 395 euro, which you can keep using for years with our lifetime guarantee. The guarantee covers manufacturing defects, defective locks and structural damage from normal use. Dents and scratches are not covered, because they belong to aluminium.
Frequently asked questions
Is aluminium heavier than plastic?
Usually a little, but the difference is outweighed by the durability and strength.
How do I set the combination lock?
We explain it step by step on our page about the lock.
Which size suits me?
For a weekend, choose the Carry-on. For longer trips, the Check-in. Not sure? Take a look at our sets.
Choose your suitcase
Discover the full Amice collection, or go straight to the Carry-on, Front Pocket or Check-in.
