Lightweight, almost indestructible and affordable, too – it’s not hard to see why you can’t move for Tripp suitcases in the passport queue at Gatwick. It’s secure, too, with a TSA-approved combination lock, additional top and bottom locks and three interior pockets. Expandability: Many suitcases – including five in our round-up – feature an expandable panel that can be unzipped for at least 10% additional packing space. It impressed in our waterproof tests, becoming slightly damp immediately around the zip but spreading no further. When you receive a case with this lock all you need to do is push the square panel on the right hand side of the lock to release the lock.

The water-resistant coating provides extra protection for your valuables in all types of weather conditions. Two-wheeled suitcases tend to have slightly bigger wheels and can be easier to pull up and over kerbs, but we generally prefer the versatility and balance of spinners. Another feature I’m a fan of is that these suitcases close more like trunks with compression dividers, two built-in TSA-approved locks and a completely sealed opening. Hannah has also previously worked in a florist and can normally be found caring for her house plants or sewing something new for her home or wardrobe.Join Latest Deals for free and get a hand-picked list of the best deals, delivered straight to your inbox.

The wheels are also a bit thin and flimsy and could be improved, the coloured covers of them fall off easily too which doesn't affect their functionality but doesn't look great. If you want a universal cabin bag, that will fit most airlines, we’d suggest sticking to RyanAir’s frugal 40cm x 20cm x 20cm. The telescopic handle can sit at a range of different heights too, adjusting well to you and the surface it’s on. They must be spacious enough for all your holiday essentials, durable enough to survive baggage handling and light enough when empty to pack everything you need without exceeding your airline's weight limit. When I then received it after my international journey, one of the corners was broken and dented because of the low and thin plastic quality.

Better yet, it's designed especially to meet the standard cabin requirements and is compatible with popular airlines like easyJet, British Airways, RyanAir, Virgin Atlantic and Emirates.