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Aluminum Suitcases

The promise of travel is all about adventure, ease of living and a touch of style. Whether you're jetting off for a long weekend escape or crossing continents for work, the right luggage makes all the difference in your travel experience. And few options blend form and function quite like an aluminum suitcase. Sleek, durable and undeniably handsome, these hard-sided haulers have long been favored by design-minded frequent flyers for decades. At first it was just the German luggage maker Rimowa producing them, then modern brands like Away got into the game and now there are a multitude of options when it comes to the metal suitcases.

While they're often pricier, a tad heavier, and dent more easily when compared to your regular polycarbonate or softsided suitcases, these bags have a rugged, timeless style that makes them a great travel companion. They handle dings and drops with grace and look better the more miles you put on it. Especially when they're smattered with stickers from various destinations. But which one's right for you? Or worth the price? We put a few to the test to bring you the best bags to fit your budget.