I was looking to buy a suitcase as a checked bag. I ended up buying the Freeform Medium Spinner because the specs say the overall (external) dimensions are 27.9in H x 19.6in L x 13.4in W. I thought it should be the size of a large checked bag.
After I got it, the tag says it's a 24" Spinner with size 24in H x 18in L x 11.5in W. It's actually closer to the size of a carry-on. What exactly are external dimensions and internal dimensions in Samsonite's product specs? Normally people would think airlines' limit on size is about external dimensions. Your specs on dimensions are very misleading and confusing.
For flights in the US, Freeform Medium Spinner is too big for a carry-on and too small for a checked bag. Now I'm stuck with this awkward-sized bag 2 days before departure. For those who want to buy Freeform Medium Spinner, avoid buying it. Either buy the large one or the carry-on one.
Response from samsonite.comBy Samsonite US Care Team, July 30, 2024
Thank you for this feedback! We're sorry to hear that this did not meet your expectations. We want to make sure that you're satisfied with your purchase, so we will reach out shortly to see if there's anything we can do to assist and make this right for you.
I bought this set a few months ago for my daughters HS graduation. She traveled to Europe and this set was put through the ringer. On and off the plane, on and off several buses as they traveled from Spain to France, to Italy. Stayed in several hotels. Came home looking new still.
Plastic sides too flimsy to survive one airline trip. Aluminum pull-handle tubes inside were bent by impact from outside and no longer able to be extended. This is not the Samsonite this airline Million Miler knew and loved.
Response from samsonite.comBy Samsonite US Care Team, July 18, 2024
Thank you for bringing this to our attention. As a brand, we hold our products to a high standard of quality and durability to meet the demands of frequent travelers. We want to make this right for you, so you can expect to hear from our team shortly.
Sturdy build and travels well. Other than a few scratches, it held up well on a recent travel to Europe. The wheels are sturdy and handled the irregular streets in Europe. Highly recommend this product.