Our JULY luggage review compares three of the cases that make up the JULY Carry On range designed specifically for airline carry on.
Choosing the right carry on luggage is essential to get the most out of travelling and the Australian luggage company JULY has made the choice easier with a range of top quality cases that offer unique features.
After reading this JULY Luggage review you will have everything you need to make choosing the right carry on case for your travel needs easier.
How to choose top quality carry on luggage
The best cabin luggage is what suits your travel style. Everyone has individual requirements and there is no one size fits all when it comes to cabin luggage. While some prefer the lightest carry on case to take advantage of weight restrictions, others are not as concerned and prefer luggage that offers more features such as specific laptop storage areas or built in charges for phones or other devices.
JULY makes different versions of its popular range of high end travel luggage and each case is hard shell design made from German Polycarbonate.
This JULY luggage review covers the following:
- JULY Carry On Light
- JULY Carry On
- JULY Carry On Pro
What makes a good carry on bag?
Apart from value for money, what we look for when comparing carry on is if it will last. We travel extensively both within Australia and abroad and need bags that are practical and fit for purpose.
The main requirements we take into consideration for carry on luggage are as follows:
- Confirmation that the luggage is approved for airline overhead locker storage
- Features of the luggage that make it stand out
- Internal space
- Internal compartments and zippered areas
- Weight of the luggage when empty
- 2 or 4 wheel design
- If it is easy to manoeuvre
- Hard shell or soft sided
- Construction material
- Length of handle
- Locking mechanism
- Warranty
JULY luggage review of the lightest carry on in the world
We start our review of the JULY Luggage range with the Carry On Light. This no nonsense carry on may not have the features of other luggage in the JULY Range of carry on but what makes it stand out is that it only weighs 1.8kg when empty. Making it the world’s lightest carry on luggage.
If you need to fly within strict airline weight limits, then you won’t find a case as light as the JULY Carry On Light. It is the smallest of our JULY luggage review but still packs a punch with its strong polycarbonate construction, quality Japanese YKK zippers, integrated TSA lock and dual spinner wheels.
We have the shadow lavender colour version of this case and although the internal volume at 32 litres is less than others in the review, it is surprising how much it will hold. The bonus is it’s so light and is super easy to manoeuvre and load into overhead airline storage compartments.
We took this case as our carry on during a visit to Hobart Tasmania and stayed within our carry on limit of 7kg. The airline we flew with (Jetstar) have a reputation for enforcing weight limits on flights and as the case is so light when empty it meant we could take more onboard without worrying about exceeding the limit.
Overview of the JULY Carry On Light:
- The external dimensions including the wheels are 54cm high x 36cm wide x 19cm deep
- It holds up to 32 litres in volume
- The handle is twin bar with multiple stops and extends 57cm
- Sturdy hard case design made from polycarbonate
- Super smooth to wheel about due to its unique dual wheels
- Available in a range of colours
For further information click here to see our detailed review
Click here to buy the Carry On Light
Step up to the next level carry on with the JULY Carry On
Next on our JULY luggage review is the Carry On. This carry on is larger but still within the airline approved size. It has internal volume of 42 litres and weighs 3.4kg when empty.
A standout feature of this carry on is the removable power bank which has standard USB ports and USB-C port so you can keep your phones, tablets and other devices charged during those long layovers or at your destination.
It also features a hidden laundry bag and a unique compression system fastened by straps to help fit more in the bag. The internal nylon lining is water-resistant and stain-proof.
We took this carry on with us on our trip to Vietnam in 2022 and the built in power bank came in very handy during our long layover in Singapore. Gone are the days when you need to rummage through your luggage searching for the charger as it is attached under the handle of the JULY Carry On.
Overview of the JULY Carry On
- External dimensions including wheels are 55cm high x 38.5cm wide x 21.5cm deep
- The case will hold up to 42 litres in volume
- Handle is twin bar multi-stop and extends 55cm
- Hard shell made from German polycarbonate
- 4 dual spinner wheels
- Internal strap compression system
- Internal zippered sleeve
- Available in many colours
- Lifetime guarantee
For further information on this case see our detailed review here
Click here to purchase the JULY Carry On
Ultimate carry on for frequent flyers
The last case of our JULY luggage review is the Carry On Pro. This is our personal favourite of the JULY bags and the case that will be coming with us on all our future travels. It is also approved by all major airlines to comply with carry on size.
The standout feature of this travel luggage is the detachable external sleeve. The sleeve measures 38cm x 28cm and will hold up to a 16 inch laptop. While designed to house a laptop for easy access when travelling it can also hold documents or whatever you wish. The sleeve is padded inside to protect your equipment and has a zippered storage section. The external of the sleeve also has a zippered section which would be great for travel documents or passports.
It is securely fastened to the exterior of the carry on with a strong attachment system and is easily released by lifting the release strap inside the zippered area. It is evident a lot of thought has gone into the design of the sleeve and for those that travel a lot will be super useful especially when passing through airport security areas that require you to remove electronic devices.
The uses of the removable sleeve are endless, and it is no wonder the Carry On Pro is a top selling carry on luggage case.
Other features of the case are the internal compressions system as well as the hidden laundry bag and ample storage area with zippered compartments. It too has the removable power bank with USB and USB-C ports.
The Carry On Pro weighs 3.6kg when empty and has the same smooth glide dual spinner wheels as the other cases in this JULY luggage review.
Overview of the Carry On Pro
- External dimensions including wheels are 55cm high x 38cm wide x 24cm deep (when sleeve is attached)
- German polycarbonate hard case design
- Twin bar multi-stop handle that extends 55cm
- 42 litres in volume internal space
- External detachable sleeve with leather finishes
- YKK Japanese zips used throughout the case and sleeve
- Comes in a range of modern colours
- Lifetime guarantee
Click here to read more in our in-depth review of this case.
To purchase the JULY Carry On Pro click here
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Last words on the JULY luggage review of these next generation carry on bags
Apart from all the features mentioned in the cases reviewed each one includes TSA locks and can be personalised with lettering and emojis so your case will stand out from the crowd. Such a great idea with endless ways to individualise.
We hope that our review of the JULY Carry On range has provided you with the information needed to better understand what each case offers so you can choose the right luggage to suit your needs.
For anyone looking to upgrade or purchase additional carry on you can’t go wrong with these cases as they all have features that will make travelling easier. They are all high quality carry on luggage and built to last with options not found on cheaper brands.
We have lost count to the number of bags we have gone through in the past that just didn’t hold up and thankfully those days are gone as we are confident our JULY luggage will last for many years.
Disclaimer: We were kindly provided with these carry on cases to sample. However as usual, all opinions are our own.
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Thanks for the review of the July carry luggage, I just bought Carry On Light to go to Vietnam in September looks perfect for 7 kg travel
Hi Stephen, Thanks for contacting us and your kind words. The Carry On Light is a great case and will definitely come in handy for keeping under that 7 kg limit. Enjoy your trip to Vietnam we visited in May and had a great time.
Regards
Alan