Away Luggage Overview
Away is a direct-to-consumer luggage brand founded in 2015 by Steph Korey and Jen Rubio, headquartered in New York. The company sells hardshell and softside luggage through its own website and retail partners, with flagship products including The Carry-On, The Large, and The Garment Bag. Away positions itself as a premium travel brand with a focus on design, durability, and built-in technology such as integrated chargers and compression systems. The brand has raised over $31 million in funding and is frequently cited among leading luggage startups in the United States. Away products are available through its official site and major retailers, with the company emphasizing a streamlined direct-to-consumer model similar to brands like Allbirds and Casper Forbes.
Away luggage is built using polycarbonate or nylon shells, depending on the collection, with TSA-approved locks, spinner wheels, and a two-year warranty. The Carry-On is designed to meet most airline carry-on size requirements and includes a removable battery pack with a USB-C port for charging devices. The Large variant offers expanded capacity and is often marketed for longer trips. Away prices range from roughly $200 to $350 depending on size and collection, placing the brand in the premium accessible segment of the luggage market. The company has expanded into apparel and travel accessories, and its products are sold in stores such as Nordstrom and on its own website Forbes Advisor.
Beis Overview
Beis is a luggage and travel accessories brand founded by Jessie Paege and Jeremy Burge, launched around 2019 as a direct-to-consumer brand. The brand focuses on modern, lightweight travel gear, including carry-on and checked luggage, as well as packing cubes, garment bags, and travel organizers. Beis products are designed with a minimalist aesthetic and are sold primarily through its own website and select retail partners. The brand targets travelers who prioritize lightweight construction, organization, and a contemporary look without the premium price tag of some established luggage houses Forbes Advisor.
Beis luggage is typically constructed from lightweight nylon or polyester, with features such as spinner wheels, telescoping handles, and TSA-approved locks. The brand emphasizes packing efficiency through its range of cubes and organizational accessories, which are designed to fit inside Beis luggage or other bags. Prices for Beis checked and carry-on luggage are generally lower than Away, often in the $150 to $250 range depending on the product line. The brand has grown through social media and influencer partnerships, and its products are available on its official website and select online retailers Forbes.
Key Comparison Points
Materials and Durability
Away uses polycarbonate or nylon depending on the collection, with a focus on scratch-resistant hardshell options, while Beis primarily uses lightweight nylon and polyester for its luggage and organizers. Away hardshell models are designed for impact protection, whereas Beis softside designs prioritize weight savings and flexibility. Both brands offer warranty coverage, with Away providing a two-year warranty on most luggage products and Beis offering a limited warranty that varies by product. Away's hardshell construction generally results in a heavier bag compared to Beis's lightweight softside options, which can