MONOS vs AWAY: The Carry-On Comparison
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- UPDATE: New Promo Code: ERICTMERAKI (valid until Dec 31, 2023). Also both have Hinomoto wheels! My wording made it sound like Away had different ones. I meant to say Away doesn't advertise they have Hinimoto 360 wheels, but they do in fact use them.
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MONOS CARRY-ON vs. AWAY CARRY-ON
Away vs Monos
Monos vs Away
This is my carry on luggage comparison video between Monos and Away. In this video, we are going to compare the Monos Carry-On versus the Away Carry-On models and I'll let you know which one I think is the better of the two luggage suitcases. Check out the chapters to see the full comparison breakdown. Enjoy! As always thanks for watching!
Watch this before you buy the Monos carry on or the Away carry on.
Away Carry-On:
bit.ly/AwayTravelCarryOn
Monos: get.aspr.app/SHGVj
Warranty:
monos.com/pages/faq#faq-warranty
www.awaytravel.com/warranty
CHAPTERS:
0:16 PRICE COMPARISON
0:41 WARRANTY COMPARISON
1:08 SIZE / CAPACITY / DIMENSIONS COMPARISON
1:35 EXTERIOR / DESIGN COMPARISON
2:01 TROLLEY HANDLE COMPARISON
2:56 CARRYING HANDLES COMPARISON
3:20 COMBINATION LOCK COMPARISON
3:32 EXTERIOR ZIPPER COMPARISON
4:02 SUITCASE WHEELS COMPARISON
4:21 INTERIOR STORAGE COMPARISON
5:05 EXTRA STORAGE FEATURES COMPARISON
5:43 FINAL VERDICT
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This was the best luggage comparison video I've seen - succinct and to the point, yet thorough, with helpful angles and well compositioned video clips to illustrate points. Please continue!
Appreciate it! Thanks for watching!
You've given a succinct but comprehensive evaluation of both of these similar bags. I do think another advantage of the Monos is that it weighs a pound less. Thanks for your review.
Appreciate you watching!
CHAPTERS:
0:16 PRICE COMPARISON
0:41 WARRANTY COMPARISON
1:08 SIZE / CAPACITY / DIMENSIONS COMPARISON
1:35 EXTERIOR / DESIGN COMPARISON
2:01 TROLLEY HANDLE COMPARISON
2:56 CARRYING HANDLES COMPARISON
3:20 COMBINATION LOCK COMPARISON
3:32 EXTERIOR ZIPPER COMPARISON
4:02 SUITCASE WHEELS COMPARISON (Note: Both have Hinomoto wheels! My wording made it sound like Away had different ones. Sorry!)
4:21 INTERIOR STORAGE COMPARISON
5:05 EXTRA STORAGE FEATURES COMPARISON
5:43 FINAL VERDICT
I really appreciate this review. I felt confident in which I’d prefer by the end of the video and I’ve never had that experience watching a review before. Thank you for the clear and concise review.
Thanks for watching!
Excellent video! I’m gonna subscribe, and I’ve only seen this one video. Just bought a monos and I love it!
This video was super helpful man. Thank you!
You're welcome!
Thank you! That was a very helpful review!
You're welcome!
Channel is so underrated. Hope it blows up big!
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Very helpful, thanks for creating this vid.
Thanks for watching
Well done comparison. Thank you.
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Thank you. Great review and comparison.
Thanks for watching
Great review! Went back and forth about the two. This helped make my decision with the handle as I am gifting it to a 6’10” guy.
Thanks for watching
This was very useful. Thanks man
Thanks for watching!
Eric, this was a good & useful comparison video. Thank you!!👍🏻
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I am obsessed with Monos. I have their backpack which I use on every trip. I always get so many compliments about it. Looking to get the carry on and large travel luggage next.
Nice. I'll have to take a look at their backpacks.
Thanks for the review!!
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This makes me want to travel lol. I been using my osprey backpack , but sometimes I feel like investing in a more durable and structured rolling luggage , this may very well be on my watch list when that time comes 👍 aesthetics look very sleek for both . Great comparison, but definitely a stronger case for the monos
Yeah I'm still bummed my tickets to Japan got cancelled due to Omicron lol
Excellent overview!
Thanks
Great video! Are the compression pads comparable between the two brands? Or is there one that you feel compresses better? I’m a chronic overpacker so I feel like the compression pad will be important for me lol
Yeah they're comparable in opinion.
I’m currently saving up for luggage and I’m thinking of getting the beis luggage set and the monos carry on pro plus so then I can have a laptop pocket when needed and the retractable bag strap when needed bc sometimes I do buy a lot on my travels and like the option to add an extra bag
Great video, super helpful! Kinda random question, but how are the compression systems between the two? Did you feel like one was any better than the other or are they about the same? I'm a chronic over-packer so I feel like the compression system would be important for me lol
They both pretty sturdy from my experience. Wouldn't necessarily put one over the other.
I'd like to mention that the Wirecutter review on carry on luggage mentions that Away has sturdy YKK zippers, so same as Monos.
Thanks for letting me know. The website wasn't that detailed. Good to know they are very similar for the most part. It's really up to personal preference at the end of the day.
I like the bright lining of the mono luggage. You can actually see your items.
Nice video, thanks for sharing.
Thanks
Great video. I just pulled the plug on the Monos and I got the compression cubes as well. Did a test pack for a quick upcoming trip and I am pretty impressed.
I just used it recently on a trip. Great suitcase. Fits tons especially with cubes.
Trigger, not plug...😂
Since it says Hinomoto on the wheels of the Away as well, I suppose they have the same ones :)
Great review as always
Yeah see my pinned comment dude! My wording was confusing there. Away doesn't advertise but they are similar wheels.
I could swear they used to advertise them before all the other brands came out.
Great comparison! Are both exteriors scratch resistant?
They're durable but will scruff up from normal wear and tear. You can buff it out with the cleaning sponge that comes with it for most scratches though. None of these suitcases are truly scratch resistant especially if they are aiming to be lightweight. You will get a strong resistance to impact though which is more important than just some blemishes that may pop up after usage.
Thank you!
Thanks for watching!
Great video!
Thanks for watching
Completely helped me make my decision, I had basically decided but you helped me confirm it. I’ll be using your affiliate code! I do have one question, I love the white but my concern is how dirty it will get with each flight, have you had markings or tough stains that make it impossible to clean since purchasing? That would be Ideal to know, thank you! (I know scuffs and what not are impossible to prevent, but I’m talking more about like stains or minor scuff markings that can come off with cleaning products or magic erasers?)
Most scuffs you will be able to remove with the little sponge scrub that comes with the suitcase. I honestly haven't had any tough stains but I also tend to not keep it close to me when I'm eating or drinking though. I think you'll be fine but it is definitely going to scuff after a trip from normal wear and tear. I think it adds some character to your suitcase if it looks like its been used lol.
@@EricTMeraki aaahhh I see, and yes I plan to not stain it myself 😂😂! Okay that makes me feel better, I love the character it adds too (initially I wanted away because I wanted their aluminum luggage, but it was WAY WAY WAY too expensive I just couldn’t justify at the moment) I also was like what if gets super gross looking after a couple flights? But sounds like I will be fine, thanks again!
Thanks for watching! You gave me a good idea to do a cleaning video. I have a trip coming up and will try to film myself cleaning it when I get back.
@@EricTMeraki PERIOD!! that would be a great follow up video for sure! :) and of course! Also, you just gained my sub!
@@EricTMeraki oh I got a hybrid carry-on and the large checked in white so the scuffs will definitely happen but I do hope it’s more travel memory scuffs and not gross stains! But still looking forward to my new suitcases!
I've taken around 10 trips with my Monos carry-on plus in the past two years, and it has stood up to all kinds of abuse with no issues whatsoever. It actually even still looks pretty new - when cleaned up with that eraser sponge, you wouldn't even really notice that it's been used except for the wheels.
I was kind of worried with the white color one but you're right it does hold up well as long you aren't going out your way to beat it up lol
@@EricTMeraki Mine is pale blue, so also very light.
@Deci_Bella Have you ever had to check it because of its size ? I’m debating between the plus and the regular size carry on!
@@kyliepaquet No, not for domestic (US) flights.
@@Deci_Bella thanks 😊
How long did the monos take to ship and to arrive?
For me it took like a week, but I heard this can vary based on how available the stock is.
Very good review
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i did some research and MONO's 100 days trial and return policy is super different. This is Mono's
"Please note that our 100-day trial is voided if your suitcase has been used in transit. Pack it up and roll it around your house to get a feel for it, but unfortunately, we cannot accept returns on suitcases that are in unsale-able condition.
The shipping cost of return will be deducted from your total refund." YOU HAVE TO PAY TO RETURN THE LUGGAGE TO CANADA~~
Thanks for watching. I mentioned this in the description too.
From Away website [11/26/23]: We are only able to accept returns on unused items, so please gently test your products at home before traveling with them.
Has anyone had any issues with westjet or aircanada's overhead bins? I'm leaning towards monos but according to wj and ac the dimensions are 1 inch too big
You'll be fine with WestJet. I took it recently for a trip to Banff. No issues.
Air Canada has smaller carry on dimensions than Westjet unfortunately .. I noticed on the Away website they have chart indicating which airlines accept which of their carryon models. Hope this helps
My Monos bag broke after one trip. The part that slips into the lock broke. How you ask? Who knows. I had to check it, and it returned to me that way. It took multiple emails and a chat session (they do not have a phone number......) to get a new zipper mailed to me. Right.....I will need to replace the zipper myself. "we will give you detailed instructions, its easy!" per customer service. Seriously?
My Away bag has been to multiple countries, pulled over cobble stones, checked over and over, dragged onto trains, put in back of vehicles and never broke. While I like the design of the Monos bag.....I am not confident it will survive.
Thanks for your feedback on both bags.
Wow, this isn't the first time I have heard Monos has crappy customer service. Thx for the info.
Which colourway is the Monos? Is this the Stellar White or Desert Taupe? Sometimes they look similar in pics
White
Just be warned, if you want to return Monos for any reason, you will be out $60. No one else has such arcane return policies. Total rip off.
Thanks for sharing
How so?
I really don't travel that much however i like them,so i will just have to sacrifice & purchase both of them 😃 & this definitely was an awesome review 👏
Lol and thanks for watching. You probably really only need one though haha.
Hi would you mind comparing them with beis carry on too? Thank you!
Thanks for watching. If I get the opportunity to I will.
@@EricTMeraki thank you so much!
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I have a monos carry on. I love it! Ive gone 3 places with it so far.
Yeah they're great. Love the quality and you can fit so much even though it's a carry on. Thanks for watching!
I agree! I get stopped all the time asking where I got it from. You’re welcome! I enjoyed your video
I appreciate you taking the time to watch the video. Have a great day !
I'm wondering if you've found it scratches easily? Thanks in advance!
May I ask if you have used it as to carry on international flights? This is my concern.
Did you read the brand on the AWAY wheels?
Lol yeah the way I worded it made it sound like they had different wheels. My bad.
Thanks for this great presentation. Specification wise, Monos doesn't seem to pass international on carry requirements.
I honestly haven't had issues with my recent international trips. Unless your airline is just super picky, you'll be fine.
@@EricTMeraki Thank you !
Any chances this can fit a telephoto lens ( sigma 150-600) in one side of the compartment.?
I just Google the measurements for the lens which is 4.12 x 10.55” (105 x 268mm). I don't see why it wouldn't be able to fit either side compartments.
@@EricTMeraki thanks Eric ! Good to know. Will be making the purchase sometime this year soon.
Thanks for watching!
BIGGEST DIFFERENCE: (and dealbreaker for me)
Monos 100 day trial period is only unused unlike Away: “Please note that our 100-day trial is voided if your suitcase has been used in transit. Pack it up and roll it around your house to get a feel for it, but unfortunately, we cannot accept returns on suitcases that are in unsale-able condition.”
Good points. Thanks for watching.
From Away website [11/26/23]: We are only able to accept returns on unused items, so please gently test your products at home before traveling with them.
Zero difference in policies.
@@SubirSingh Yep, Away changed their policy - was probably losing too much $
@@TK-cl1jm Yep, Away changed their policy - was probably losing too much $
4:11 Awy's wheels are also Hinomoto, you can clearly see the branding on there lol
Lol agree, brain fart when recording the audio. Anyways thanks for views!
Monos carry on size: Exterior measurements: 22" × 14" × 9"
Away carry on size: Exterior measurements 21.7" x 13.7" x 9"
Air France: The maximum dimensions of your hand baggage are: 55 x 35 x 25 cm/21.6 x 13.7 x 9.8 in
That's close enough. I haven't see any airliner actually physically measure your carry on luggage. Away and Monos are standard carry on sizes.
@@EricTMeraki This becomes more important once packed and flying internationally though. I’ve had some airlines actually have you try to fit it into the carry-on measurement bin before making you check it.
Mono wouldn’t make it, because “it needs to fit without you forcing it.”
Might be a silly question but can you sit on either? Sometimes a guy just wants to sit, and sitting on sturdy luggage is nice
I do it when I'm bored at the airport lol I don't think you're meant to but every now and then it should be okay.
Hard to decide between the 2. Monos seems like a better overall choice but i keep hearing how bad the customer service is and you have to pay to even return it back. Wish you could do a beis carry on review as well. Trying to decide between these 3
I probably will if I can get my hands on a Beis.
@@EricTMeraki I would also love to see a Beis carry on comparison as well!
Beis warranty is really bad. Monos and Away have lifetime warranties for the life of the purchaser but beis warranty is for the “reasonable life of the luggage” which is who knows how long. I emailed back and forth with beis and they could not answer how long the reasonable life of the luggage is. Basically their “lifetime” warranty can expire whenever beis feels like it which is so misleading and sketchy!
FYI. The "Hinomoto" embossed label is right on the side of the Away wheels, in your video. It would appear it it the exact same as the Monos.
Ditto
Has anyone had any issues with domestic flights with the carry on plus sizes? I fly SW, Delta, and United a lot and I don’t want to have to worry about them constantly scrutinizing my bag and making me check it.
Compare the dimensions to the carry on version. It shouldn't be that much bigger. I only have the carry one and it fits extremely well on all over heads. No hassles from any of the airlines.
I've never had any issues with domestic flights and my Away bigger carry on - I usually fly United. I don't think anyone has ever mentioned I had to check it because it was too big. I've tested it in their suitcase checker before and it's a snug fit but it fits so no one should give you trouble.
I’ve had to check in my Away bigger carryon on some small aircrafts. But 95% of the times I’ve had no issues, and I’ve flown a bunch of national and international airlines with it
anybody know about the away carry on for Aircanada ?
No issues for AC.
👍. Good for travel and the good price too 👍
I’m thinking about buying the monos carry on. Has anyone flown Aer Lingus? The bag is a half inch over and I wonder if I will be ok
I haven't flown that airline but have for others who have similar size requirements and there was never any issues. They never made me measure it though but half an inch is practically nothing. The whole point of the measurement requirement is so it fits in the overhead bin. Those bins are built with an inch or 2 extra space so it will definitely fit.
@@EricTMeraki ok awesome! Cause I like the monos over away and this is the one I wanted to buy. I was hoping the half inch wouldn’t hurt. Thank you!
4:11 "Away doesn't mention who manufactures their wheels" ... maybe because the wheels clearly say Hinomoto, as is easily seen in the video.
Lol glad you can read. The way I phrased it sounded confusing. Anyways thanks for the views!
The wobble is the same as the AWAY, your video shows that it does- and the wheels on the AWAY says Hinomoto on it.
Thanks for watching! I phrased it weird that's why it sounds like they had different wheels. See pinned comment!👍
Away does in fact feature YKK zippers and four double Hinomoto spinner wheels.
Yes. I mention this in the description. My wording is a little confusing in the video. Thanks for watching!
you "forgot" about the battery pack included in the away (I'm an Away user BTW looking to buy another carry on for my wife)
It's mentioned in the video as usb powered charger. Thanks for watching. Those battery pack is useful though but it's annoying that airliners make you remove it before flights at least from my experience.
what color is that away case?
Not sure if they still have the color.
@@EricTMeraki what color)
I have both Away (carry on) and Monos (checked). From my experience the Away is far superior. I've traveled on at least 50 flights with the Away and it looks like new. We did a single domestic flight with the Monos and it is trashed. It scuffs and scratches very easily. In the same flight we checked a cheap Samsonite bag and it did not suffer the same date so can't chalk it up to baggage handling. Other reviews of terrible customer service are very true. Stay away from Monos and stick with Away!
Thanks for sharing your experience.
Sounds like someone works for Away. 🤷🏽♀️I'm just saying.
@@urssya951 exactly
You can't compare a Monos check-in and an Away carry on...
@@urssya951 lol
Monos, Away, July, Beis (probably more) are all made by the same company for different vendors. I have both July and Monos, other than a few slight differences both are identical. They come in identical fancy cardboard boxes with a nice luggage dust/scratch cover when not in use. 3-5 different companies, same luggage, same team and from my experience, the same crappy customer service. Better off buying something from Ross department store for a 3rd of the costs. JMO.
Thanks for watching
@@EricTMeraki lmao
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What issues have you had that required contacting CS? Yours isn’t the first complaint I’ve seen regarding their CS.
@@BeachyWaves72 I should have corrected or updated my response. In fact, July's CS did contact me, and they fixed the problem I had right away.
Has anyone taken the Monos on a WestJet flight? It's technically 1" over the carry-on size allowance...
It's fine. I just came back from Calgary on WestJet. Trust me, no one in any airline cares enough to measure. All carry on look identical to each other that an inch difference won't matter.
I think a major area that is not covered here is customer service. I have heard and read very bad things about Monos in this regard, while I’ve heard/read nothing but glowing reviews of Away’s customer service. If anything goes wrong with your bag, this could be a key differentiator. I too prefer the look of Monos, but I like an expansion feature, which for some reason Monos opted not to offer, and I don’t trust the customer service issue. For these reasons, I went with Away recently.
Thanks for sharing your thoughts
I tried using your affiliate link but it seems to be broken 😕
affiliate.monos.com/erictmeraki5
Discount: ERICTMERAKI
That one I commented above should work.
MAHALO, ERIC!!!
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away raised their prices to 275 while monos is still 225
Monos may end up raising prices back up eventually too just due to the overall supply chain and inflation factors.
@@EricTMeraki I just purchased one today from Monos, glad I did, then saw your review. I did everything backwards! But glad your review help give me the satisfaction of making the purchase.
Hope you like the Monos! Thanks for watching!
could be better if actually testing the two but decent review
Since they're so similar, might as well state the minor cons. Away has too many logos on its suitcase inside and is a bit distracting.
Lol I guess that could be a con or a pro depending on your taste
Away has the charger though that Monos doesn't have
Yeah I mentioned that in the video. Those have to be removed before you get on a plane though, which makes it kind of hassle to have.
What countries are these made in? Are they both made in China?
Thanks for watching! I'm not sure which country they are manufactured in. There's a chance it's China or somewhere else.
I know that Monos manufactures its suitcases in Vancouver, Canada
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Buyer beware! It would be great if you commented on the fact that Monos 100 day warranty is only good on unused luggage.
Yeah I did add that in the video description a few months back.
You didn’t address the fact that away has retail locations that you can see the product ahead of time and also return it for service at those locations. It should be a consideration of customer support.
The retai locations are not as common as you think. Their main customer base is online.
This definitely seems like a biased review, particularly when comparing the handle wabble. The Away handle has less wobble, but they are noticeably being harder on the suitcase to make it look like there's more. They said the Monos had no wobble, but it objectively does.
Thanks for sharing your opinion. I only noticed Monos had less of a wobble from my experience. They obviously both still wobble, but nothing too dramatic or a deal breaker.
There should be movement in the handle, Away’s moves just like Rimowa’s handles. Stiff handles may appear sturdier but they are actually more prone to breaking.
Says “Hinomoto” on the Away wheel.
My wording was a little confusing there but yeah that is correct. I should have worded it better.
I find that the away looks much better
Sum this up for you monos is better.
Away stopped selling their USB charger option. It wasn’t selling.
This is an old video. Thanks for the update.
New Promo Code: ERICTMERAKI (valid until Dec 31, 2023) for Monos
AWAY Luggage $20 off with this link: referrals.awaytravel.com/away749255
Is this promo code for Monos or Away? Do you have an Away promo code?
Possibly, it could be region locked. I've seen that with other promo codes too. It was working when I last checked though.
@@EricTMeraki Is it for Monos or Away?
My bad. It's for Monos.
Doesn’t seem to be working on Monos site
I bought monos carry on and check in medium, they’re both VERY WOBBLY! I’m pretty disappointed.
Thanks for sharing your experience
@@EricTMeraki does yours wobble?
My Away wobbles more but they do both wobble. Nothing too bad though.
@@EricTMeraki ok cool
They should “wobble”. Rimowa’s are the same way. Stiff handles with no give make them more likely to break. The wobble is intentional.
Shame the Monos shipping to Australia is $800. Lol what a joke.
Yeah not worth it at that shipping cost.
Monos is flimsy plastic - I returned it before I used it. Beware of the hidden $40 return fee.
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It’s not even a competition away all the way
Thanks for watching! They are both great honestly. Just depends on each person's preferences.
@@EricTMeraki I have away bag Since they came out the first year it is great I went to Brazil 11 times with it
@@EricTMeraki I have the whole set my ex-wife bought the whole set for her and my new girlfriend I just bought the new lavender carry-on
@@EricTMeraki A repair my bag if anything happens it’s great the whole time I recommended it to everyone away is the best. They send a replacement part the next day
Away does not deliver to the EU.
Yeah it depends on your location
also adding that monos has vegan details vs. away that uses leather. So far me- monos is way better already because of that! :)
Yep, can't forget those additional details as well. Thanks!
I understand your opinions are probably moral-adjacent, which is fine, but I'd like to point out leather is far more durable.
@@melissafortunatti1686 and biodegradable/ecofriendly*
As far as I can tell, over time, they essentially morphed into same suitcase, with slight styling differences. In a way, that means that the suitcases are basically refined to their best selves, so picking based on looks or customer service makes the most sense.
I like the extra zipper compartment on the Monos lol but essentially they are very similar.
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Holy s*. I had to speed up your video to 1.5x speed. You take so long to say what needs to be said.
Lol my video is actually shorter than most of the similar carry-on comparisons. Thanks for watching Philip.
Geeez dude, bias much.
Lol this was just my experience. Most videos never pick a true winner when comparing. They're both good though don't get me wrong, I just felt Monos was better in certain categories.
Horrible product and customer service. Overpriced, not durable. Do NOT buy MONOS.
Thanks for sharing your opinion
dude, you failed to show the most important aspect of a luggage, how the wheels work and thus their quality. All you did was fiddle with them. No one tests wheels by fiddling with them. Even a child knows that.
Thanks for watching 😃. If the wheels had any issues. I would've called them out. I think they're great for both luggages.