Horizn Studios luggage review: Model M Cabin Luggage
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Horizn Studios luggage review: Model M Cabin Luggage
Smart, chic and lightweight. Horizn Studios luggage is the perfect flashpacker carry-on luggage, and I’m here to tell you why.
This UK-based company designs a wide range of smart luggage and bags ideal for the urban nomad. It won’t weigh you down, is as easy to carry as a wheeled backpack, and will last a long time.
Special features of the Horizn Studios Model M Cabin Luggage
The Model M Cabin Luggage is the standard model in the Horizn Studios cabin luggage series. German engineering is behind its sleek design, but there’s more to this bag than you might think. The protective casing is made from aerospace-grade polycarbonate, which gives the bag its lightweight feel.
The material’s also very resilient, elastically absorbing any external pressure from planes — or rough handling from airport baggage handlers!
On the front is a generous size zip pocket, made out of durable high-end nylon, which in addition is waterproof. To give you an idea of its scale, it’s large enough to hold a 15” laptop.
Horizn Studios luggage Model M review
One feature I love about Horizn Studios luggage is the removable smart charger. There’s no rummaging around for a charger or adaptor with this case. The battery can charge any mobile device up to 6 times, and it’s also cabin approved for all airlines.
Frequent fliers to the USA will appreciate the TSA-approved lock, and the useful built-in laundry bag. Four quiet Japanese 360° spinner wheels complete the design, allowing you to glide peacefully to your airport gate. Perfect for taking on short or long-haul trips.
You can choose from a range of 6 striking colours, which include, Night Blue, Marine Green and Sand. I personally like the dark olive colour, because it’s stands out, goes with anything, and hides any dirt!
The last thing I have to mention is the size. It measures 55cm x 40cm x 20cm, and fits easily in the top cabin or even under the plane seat.
Horizn Studios luggage sell a range of other travel bags, including totes, backpacks and laptop cases. I’m a firm fan of the Model M Cabin Luggage, and it’s 1 bag that’ll accompany me on many travels.
What’s your flashpacker luggage of choice? Let me know — I’d love to check it out!
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My brother in law has one, they are the best. Plus they can survive kids which is always a bonus.
I completely agree!
I’ve definitely seen the effects of rough handling on my luggage! Having a tough suitcase like that would probably help solve that problem!
The material on this is so durable, and can withstand anything!
This is perfect for travel! Wish I would’ve had it while I traveled through Europe over the summer!
I can understand! Consider it for next time, it’s a great choice!
What a great and honest review. I had this luggage bag before and eventually gave it to my sister. This has been a big help to my travel.
That’s so cool! I love it, and it’s such an ideal travel companion 🙂
Oh, I’d love a built in laundry bag! I always keep forgetting mine at home. I usually only fly with hand luggage so this bag would be perfect for me, especially that it has a battery in it as well, to charge my phone on longer flights.
That’s probably one of the best features! I love it, and want to share it with others 😀
I need a good hard shell. My old canvas carry on just isn’t cutting it any more!
So this could be your next one! 😉
I’m a luggage novice – and this looks like HEAVEN! I feel like traveling usually means luggage getting thrown every which way and things getting damaged. This could definitely help with that.
Yes! It’s a great case, and it can withstand many things!
This looks like a great luggage bag and I love how sturdy it is. I’ve never had a proper travel bag but this looks like a great investment.
It is, and I’d definitely recommend it to others 🙂
I love hard shell cabin luggage and I haven’t heard of this brand before but now I am dying to get my hands on one! The built in charger is just genius!
I agree! I love it, and it’s last lasting too!
This sounds perfect for us. We are a traveling family and with a little one, a hard shell cabin bag helps.
Great to hear! Let me know if you order one 🙂
This seems really nice and stylish luggage x
It is!
Hard shell luggage is the way to go. If you are a traveler a hard shell will last longer.
I totally agree!
A built in charger? Okay, I am sold! This sounds like my dream luggage – I will definitely be checking it out. Thank you for sharing 🙂
You’re welcome! I love it, and the charger is so handy too!
This luggage looks perfect for traveling. I might have to look into this! Thanks for the review.
You’re welcome. I appreciate you stopping by!
This looks like such a durable and resilient piece of luggage! I love that it has a removable smart charger too – what a fantastic addition!
It’s amazing! And so useful when on the move 🙂
Hard shell cabin luggage is great for travelers. I think I might look into it, it will last long to use it.
It lasts much longer, and is worth every penny.
Thanks for your honest reviews of cabin luggage by Horizn studios model-M. I loved the pocket in front to keep the laptop and also the built-in charger facility. Hard shell cover luggage is always suitable when we travel to places which have rainy and snowy weather and also it is more durable.
Absolutely! It’s a wonderful case, and one I want to share with others 🙂
This is one seriously swish suitcase! I’ve been doing a lot of travel lately, and after having my luggage not get on the plane with me in Lisbon recently I’ve decided to stick with carry on suitcases from now on. I’ll have to invest in one of these!
That’s great to read! Let me know how you get on 🙂
This sounds like a luggage bag I badly want. Apart from its look, I love the built-in charger facility, the front pocket and the built-in laundry bag. Everything is designed to keep your stuff organised. Moreover, its size is another plus point that easily fits in the top cabin and under the plane seat.
It’s a great case, and one that is stylish but also of substance!
This cabin luggage bag sounds great! Good to know about the removable smart charger and that it is cabin approved for all airlines. Great it has a TSA-approved lock and the useful built-in laundry bag too!
It’s a great case, and one that’ll also last a long time 😀
I love hard shell luggage and this one looks like a great, sturdy piece. Never used or heard of this brand though as my preferred choice is Antler. However, the built-in laundry bag has caught my attention. Must check it out.
You must! I love this brand, and it really deserves more publicity than it gets 🙂
I’m an avid fan of hard shells so this review is great
Thank you!
TSA-approved locks are a must for me. I love how sleek it looks and the color green is beautiful too!
It’s my favourite colour 🙂
We don’t usually bring hard-case luggage like this; we just bring backpacks. However, this is perfect for our scuba gear. The hard case provides protection, and the wheels make transportation of our scuba gear easier. I’m not sure if we have this same brand in our place, however.
I totally understand. I’m not sure how available worldwide Horizn Studios are, but do keep an eye on it if it ever comes your way!
TSA approved locks on this Horizn luggage is worth checking out. I also hate spinner wheels that don’t work well, so this is a plus. You mentioned that the charger is removable – I think TSA has been having issues with built in batteries but this must be a way around it.
Thanks for pointing that out, I wasn’t aware of it! I really love this case, and know it will last a long time
This looks awesome and good quality. I don’t have a small suitcase, always carrying onboeard my backpack, but it would be useful sometimes.
Agreed! If you’re ever in need of a hard case carry-on luggage, this one’s really great!
This looks great. I’ve had my Tumi one for years and think its time to retire it. I was looking at the Away luggage and it seems quite similar. Have you tested that one out too?
I haven’t but thanks for the tip; I’ll check it out 😀
The material looks durable and the front zip pocket that can carry a laptop would just do the needful. Its size is also another great feature. It can be put below the plane seat? That’s really convenient. Great product I must say.
It really is, and yes, it fits under the plane seat; very useful when the plane is full!
Nice looking back. So far, I prefer to travel with a backpack since I usually travel with two kids, and I need my hands free from bags. However, when I shop for a new bag, I always pick the lightweight like this one. When my kids are bigger I will get something like this… I will definitely check back on this post then.
Definitely keep it in mind, it’s a good buy 🙂
You had me at removable smart charger! This is a great suitcase – not quite the same as the £20 ones from your local luggage shop is it haha!
Lol not quite, but this one’s sure to last much longer than the £20 one 😉
I am an affectionate backpacker, but on a long flight, this could be the right Idea. I love the feature of the smart removable charger. It is really good when you are travelling on a long flight.
It’s so handy, and it has everything you need in a carry-on luggage
Im a big fan of travel accessories and luggage and have a vast collection my self. the horizon cabin luggage looks like a great piece of kit and would be well appreciated by any traveller. very swanky and practical as well. Love the colour and the design. Thanks for sharing.
It’s a great case, and will last a lifetime!
My fav is the VIP skybag that I own. But this one is also very chic and has a great utility value. I am also disturbed by the manhandling of luggage by baggage handlers at airport, so yes, sturdiness is most important. Will check out the horizon studios
I agree! I saw one occasion where the handler threw cases on the ground on purpose!
This cabin luggage seems to be a great option for frequent fliers. The removable smart charger is really a great feature and it looks chic too. I have always been using my backpack for travels, but this can be a good option for official purposes.
It’s really great, and will last a long time!
I am a sucker for good luggage; I feel like I’m always checking other people’s out. And we need durable (baggage handlers, kids, weather…you know…). Do you know if it’s expandable at all?
As it’s a cabin bag, it’s not super expandable, but there are bigger cases in the range 🙂
I need a new carryon stat! I wanted a hard body shell one like this soo thanks for the suggestion.
You’re welcome! Definitely look into the Horizn Studios range 🙂
This luggage is great! I don’t travel too often, but if I did I’d choose a hardshell case!
Great to know! I love mine, and never travel without it
This is very timely. My luggage got lost from my recent trip and I need to get a new one in a couple of weeks. I will take a look at this brand/ model as it seems really nice and sturdy. Glad to know its available in different colors. I prefer mine to be a bit colorful. 🙂
Perfect! Let me know how you get on, it’s a great brand 🙂
The looks choc as well as sturdy. The removable charger sounds like a great choice, I personally would buy the bag for the charger and the hardshell case!
It’s a wonderful choice, you won’t regret it!
Oh what a stylish looking bag. I’ve always avoided the harder shelled bags but after reading this maybe it’s time to reconsider…
Definitely consider this one, it’s a good buy!
I haven’t heard of this brand before but now I am dying to get my hands on one. Great timing too, as I’ve been planning to buy a new luggage for a while.
Perfect! Would love to know if you get one.
My brother has literally just messaged me to ask if I have a hardshell case he can borrow – but I don’t! This one sounds great, I will pop him over the link, and then if he buys it, then I can borrow his next time 😉 x
Lol that sounds like a perfect plan Becca! Let me know if he gets one, it’s be great to know