The Best Aluminum Carry-On under $400! | MVST Trek Suitcase Review
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 14 พ.ค. 2024
- Let's talk about the MVST Trek Aluminum suitcase and why I think this is the best aluminum alloy carry-on you can buy right now.
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thank you for this straight forward review! super helpful and you dove right into it without a looooong assss speech intro. thank you!!!!
You are very professional , thank you for your review.
useful video.. one can find basic luggage at discount stores and outlets.. but eventually having a durable set will be needed.
“Bolted” in with Rivets 😂😂👊, you crack me up! 😁👍
dare I saw this almost looks better than rimowa in certain aspects! thanks for the great review :)
Great Video, wanted to ask if the suitcase dent / scratch easily? Does it hold up better then polycarbonate options?
Hey Desmond, great video! Thx. I like the gunmetal and the green one… but, is the green one the “Army green”? it looks so much lighter on their website
Just got my medium check in bag, looking at grabbing the carry on too.
Thanks for the video Desmond. How do the locks work? Do you use a combination or a key?
I think I like this more than the Carl Friedrik. Might have to return my samsonite and grab one of these
Which color hides scratches best? I love the black and the green but I’m worried it’s a paint that shows silver underneath. Do you have any insight you can share now that you had them for a while?
Hi! I need a travel lagguage like this for mi 24 inch monitor and a couple of little things in. Do you have any suggestion about size or brands ?
among the Aluminum line up... is the Trek better than the ALG, ALR and AL9? all from MVST... planning to buy carry on and checkedin as well
I have the Away Aluminum roll aboard. It’s sturdy, looks great and is durable.
This new bag looks quite nice, and I agree Des, it reminds me of Rimowa.
Des, a suggestion, I wish you had a small cube light or something off to the side for the part of the vid when we are looking into the bag.
Also one thing I really like about this bag, the closure locks are recessed, unlike on the Away where they protrude above the outer wall of the Away bag. On the other hand the Away locks are also Aluminum.
As for the colored bags, are they anodized? Will that scratch off?
Great vid
Hey. Great suggestion. I was thinking the same thing for my next review. I’ve usually got a cube light hanging around somewhere.
As for the the MVST - it’s a Aluminum-magnesium ally vs an anodized aluminum. I know that the combo improves strength and durability but not sure how that impacts the color or the method in which the color is applied. So far - I’ve not seen any signs of paint chipping or scratching off the suitcase.
Comparing this with away would be a great idea! That would get you a ton of traffic too!
The edges and the locks are they also aluminum or no? What parts are plastic?
I’ve been between this and Level8’s Gibraltar Aluminum Carry-On. Would love to get your feedback when comparing both.
Is it shell 100% aluminium or it’s mixed with other materials?
Thanks
Hi Desmond, do you like Aleon ?
I purchased one about four months ago and on the first trip out to Miami the hinges broke and MVST didn’t seem to interested in fixing the problem. Once they get your $$$ then you are on your own. Please be aware of this company!! Remember MVST “SENT” him the suitcases to review. IDK
Noted was a bout to buy one
Save your money! I wish I did.
Can the medium be used as a carryon?
I decided to ignore all the warning signs and buy a carry on in the gunmetal color. After only 3 trips I have a wobbly wheel. You get what you pay for and would recommend staying away. The customer support is awful
How do you change combination code from 000? No instruction with my luggage?
Do a follow up video bro!
Have you checked this bag in before? I am planning on traveling in Asia and most carryon weight is around 15lbs sadly. So just wanted to know if this would hold up through check in.
Thinking about getting the carry on size. Hope i won't regret it
How’s it treating you?
Great video brother love it
Good review thanks
Looks like Rimowa but this is cheaper in price. Great video review, Desmond!
... Rimowa was bought by LVMH from France ... they want to milk the cash cow
Hi Desmond, may I know where is the local store in San Francisco area to buy a Trek Aluminum suitcase ? I would like to touch it before purchase.
Thanks
Bob
Let me know if you go! I would like feedback after your trip to the store
Do you know which country Away and MVST are from?
Hey Desmond, been loving the vids man, but they do get a bit dim at times. You should def look at investing in some overhead and behind camera lighting :)
Thanks!! Good call. A hair light and some extra lighting would be great. Definitely working through a new super streamlined studio setup. Let me know if you have any suggestions on lighting with a small footprint.
so if it's aluminum how do they make the pattern? is it painted on or vinyl wrap?
Edged
Kindly do a follow up review. 🙏
Can we get an update on this? How does it hold up with wear? Desmond I value your insight and judgement can you please do an 1 year review
Hey! So far they’ve held up okay. Broken wheel on one - which had to be replaced during a trip. The green one - my favorite color - has some wear and tear. Scratches are pretty common place for this type of coloring process.
But I can definitely work on a review for long term.
hi, Thank you for the review, where is the luggage made from?
The luggage is from MVST Select.
hi, do you know which country? Thank you!
Interested to know if you'll make a follow up video to this? :)
I read your comment that this is lighter and thinner than Rimowa ($1000 more) but have you tried filling the luggage and sitting on this for at least 15 mins?
I’ve filled them both up and used them on trips. But I can’t say I spend much time sitting on my suitcases. Usually it’s from the car to the lounge onto the plane. I don’t see either having much problem with doubling as seats. But if you’ve been able to do this with a polycarbonate suitcase in the past - expect this to hold up as well considering the strength of aluminum vs polycarbonate
Does two TSA locks mean I need to unlock each individually or am I missing something? If so, that seems like too much hassle :s
Correct. Both locks have combination codes. You can set them to the same or different combos first added difficulty
Lools great, good alternative to Rimowa
You said you were going to really test + beat it up. Does it ding + dent easily? For the colored versions, does the scratched paint reveal "silver" aluminum underneath?
gun metal looks like a dope color
the large variant is $595, do you think that is worth buying? what are the other alternatives?
The large version is a great choice for check in. I personally prefer carry on sized. But if we’re talking about other aluminum suitcases - away, Tumi and Rimowa all make great alternative. Tumi and Rimowa are at a whole different price range. I’m not wowed by the design aesthetic of the away ones.
@@ItsDesmondhey Des, how do these hold up? I want a Rimowa, but if these hold decently and are just as good, I will purchase this instead. What are your thoughts after having for 10 months?
@@incogomomo the suit cases have been holding up well. But I can’t say it would be a fair comparison to a Rimowa suitcase. I personally love my Rimowa Cabin. It’s 3x the price - so I wouldn’t put these two brands in the same category. When it comes to Rimowa - it’s a lot about the brand, build quality and also the process, design and a bunch of other factors that would make the Rimowa - arguably a better suitcase. BUT it’s in a luxury price category. So I would compare it to other products in that range.
The MVST is a much more approachable and affordable alternative that uses a different tier of materials, manufacturing processes, assembly and other things. It’s definitely not the same build quality of a Rimowa cabin - but I don’t think that’s the intention of this suit cases. It’s about making a good looking, attainable option that still gives you most of the benefits of an aluminum carry on.
I think if you WANT a Rimowa - it’s probably for more reasons than just a great aluminum suitcase. It’s about the brand, the iconic design, the bar they set with build quality and QA. Plus their warranty and the decades of development experience.
I think the MVST is an awesome option for those on a budget. But if you WANT a Rimowa or something like a Rimowa - this will not scratch that itch.
@@ItsDesmond Amazing breakdown! Gives me a whole new perspective. I will go with Rimowa. As it relates to storage for a weeks vacation, will “check in” suffice or should I go more for the Trunk Plus?
@@incogomomo 🤔 hmm depend one’s how you pack! I usually go with my Rimowa Cabin - carry on size for my trips + a backpack or duffle. But I travel so frequently I’ve got a bit of a system for minimal travel.
One recommendation would be a Rimowa for your carry on - I don’t like to check my expensive suitcases very often. But I will check a cheaper poly carb suitcase instead. So you could spring for the Rimowa - as a carry on - something that stays with you and then go with a lower cost poly or aluminum check size bag from MVST. Easy to replace - durable and not something I worry about TSA destroying or losing.
This MVST looks very very similar to TRAVELITE NEXT S from Germany , which cost arround 300,- $
Is this made in China? I saw a very similar product from a brand named Xiaomi?
Hey! I’m not sure where the product might be manufactured- but they are shipping from within the US. The suitcases arrived in about 4 days and everything looks perfect - along with a 5 year warranty from MVST Select.
These are definitely not the same as the ones from Xiaomi. I think the design aesthetic is unique to MVST.
how does this compared to rimowa?
It’s definitely thinner and lighter. The Rimowa is a much sturdier feeling suitcase in my opinion. But is it worth the $1k difference in price? That one is tougher to answer. The MVST is definitely a lot of value for the price. Great build, design and modern features. For less than $400. Honestly worth getting as just a go anywhere carry on.
Nice but no stopper.
Thinking about getting the green medium check. Do you really need to use the cover? It seems like the great thing about this suitcase would be that it looks amazing and it's relatively rugged - so I'd hate to have to cover it up, and besides I feel like those things offer minimal protection. I'd prob still use it at first anyway though lol
Agree. I don’t use the cover at all. The suitcase is well built and the outer shell looks fine after some wear and tear
I judge luggage on its empty weight. The heavier the bag the less you can carry in it. Vintage Hartmann nylon and belting leather is the way to go.
From this unknown company, I bought four small and large suitcases, an aluminum suitcase, when it first arrived, it had a damaged line on it. Since this company doesn’t have a phone, I had to send an email with all the photos and I still didn’t get any answer, so I decided to put all the photos and videos of this luggage on the internet and TH-cam. Please be careful when buying from this company
Any updates? Did you manage to get a refund or exchange?
This same review is o
Omg thanks
Would you like to sell the champagne carry on !?
These bags are just plain crappy. I took the bait and bought one last year and had problems from the jump. The build quality sucks. The case fitting gets out of whack easily, and it's a pain to get the bag to shut properly once that's off kilter. And the telescoping handle gets stuck in mid-position, requiring a complete unpacking of the bag to correct. The bag was less expensive than others like it, which only offers further support to the old saying, "you get what you pay for." My advice: spend a few more bucks and buy a quality suitcase.
35 litres
MVST sent you these items gratis?
How can I trust you’re unbiased?
The same issue applies to other reviewers.
It’s a good call out. I think conscious or unconscious bias in product reviews is hard to avoid. My only recommendation would watch or read a number of different reviews and see if there are any common elements to base your decision off. I don’t think my personal experience or opinion should be the only deciding factor.
@@ItsDesmond Thanks, your reply demonstrates to me that you’re an honest guy. Keep on producing more videos.
This feels like Lexus comparing their best car against a rolls royce (in this case a Rimowa ..no pun intended). It is cheaper and it has doors and a steering wheel etc etc but there is no smile that comes from Rolling a Royce .. or Rimowa
100% agree - and that's a great example. The only thing I would add is that for a lot of buyers - the price of a Rimowa or a Rolls Royce is out of reach. I really enjoy the MVST as an affordable alternative for people that want a quality aluminum suitcase without paying for the brand premium.
@@ItsDesmond Lol Rolls Royce? Maybe comparable to a Mercedes. But I understand S B was trying to make a point. I'm contemplating of getting a Rimowa myself. It's like getting a Prada or an LV bag. But the more I look at the rimowa luggage, the less classy it looks. Question: The width of the rimowa carry-on is 15.8", but most of the airlines' luggage max size is 14", have you ever had a problem with this?
I orderd a suitcase from this scam company, unfortunaly it never arrived they have horrible customer service. Don't get fooled
Fuck, I’ve just ordered one… should I try to cancel the order and get a refund?
I decided to try a MVST suitcase and have had a poor experience, unfortunately. The suitcase got badly damaged in first check-in (with a “fragile” sticker on it!). It’s not just dents - the suitcase now wobbles and wheels don’t move properly. MVST says they won’t refund it even though it’s clearly a major quality issue, and they can’t replace it for 2 months, so I don’t have a usable suitcase and I’m down ~$500. I would advise caution people to stay away.
Hey! Thanks for the comment. I haven’t checked one of these suitcases yet. Personally I don’t check any of my carry ons - usually because I’m worried about what will happen to them in transit. With that said - sorry to hear that it didn’t hold up to the checked bag process and your experience with customer service.
Brands aside - I might recommend using a nicer aluminum carry on as a carry on only - and then a cheaper poly carb or even nylon checked bag. I’ve always had more peace of mind checking my big cheaper plastic or fabric luggage knowing it’s flexible and replaceable
This guy is a robot. Same post on every mvst video, account created same day.
Fuck, I’ve just ordered one… should I try to cancel the order and get a refund?
So is this a review or an Ad?
Any "review" on YT that has sellers links at the bottom of the video is a "paid ad".
This bag is trash. Look up the comments of some of the regular people that have reviewed it. Support doesn’t answer any issues. Latch is weak will break.
Fuck, I’ve just ordered one… should I try to cancel the order and get a refund?
Come on Man, you’re Asian and there’s no way you’re choosing anything less than Rimowa 😂
MVST select is worst company and worst logistic.Ordered and delivered wrong address and dont reply! Besides bad reviews for quality.Dont buy waste of money