{"id":3744,"date":"2025-01-11T13:45:49","date_gmt":"2025-01-11T13:45:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.theblyde.com\/?p=3744"},"modified":"2025-01-11T13:45:49","modified_gmt":"2025-01-11T13:45:49","slug":"monos-vs-samsonite-we-tested-both-to-find-out-which-is-better","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.theblyde.com\/?p=3744","title":{"rendered":"Monos vs. Samsonite: We Tested Both to Find Out Which is Better"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Your luggage is one of the most important pieces of travel gear. Both Monos and Samsonite make excellent suitcases, but they are very different brands with very different products.<\/p>\n

I tested and rated a total of 26 suitcases from both brands and compared the differences using TravelFreak\u2019s proprietary luggage rating system. By combining real-world testing and our data-based research, I was able to take both a subjective and objective look at Monos vs Samsonite to determine where each brand excels.<\/p>\n

Monos is a relatively new startup Canadian luggage company that builds sleek, minimalist suitcases for travelers who value premium materials, understated style, and intuitive design. With an average overall score of 9.4, Monos is the highest-scoring brand we\u2019ve tested.<\/p>\n

Samsonite, with an average overall score of 8.8, is pretty much a household name. This is the largest luggage brand in the world, and they\u2019ve been building suitcases for over a century. Samsonite has a huge product range, from budget-friendly to luxury suitcases, so they have something for every type of traveler.<\/p>\n

If you\u2019re deciding between Monos and Samsonite, I\u2019ll go over the main differences between the two brands, compare their pros and cons, and highlight which luggage brand will best fit your needs.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n

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Why You Can Trust Us <\/h2>\n

The TravelFreak editorial team has tested dozens of suitcases over the years, and we\u2019ve learned a lot about what separates a quality piece of luggage from an overpriced, overhyped piece of plastic. We\u2019ve tested and reviewed budget luggage, luxury suitcases, and everything in between.<\/p>\n

We know how hard it is to find the perfect suitcase, and we want to make the process easier for you. So our team of gear junkies and product engineers developed the most comprehensive luggage test methodology possible.<\/p>\n

We tested and rated 11 Monos suitcases and 15 Samsonite suitcases, including carry-ons and checked bags from both brands.<\/p>\n

We evaluated every one of these suitcases on 31 metrics across eight categories. We gave them all the same treatment and rated them on the same standardized scales. This makes it easy for us (and you) to compare the advantages and disadvantages of each.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n

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At a Glance <\/h2>\n
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Scores<\/h3>\n<\/td>\n

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\n Average Overall Score <\/td>\n\n

9.4<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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8.8<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

\n Average Build Quality Score <\/td>\n\n 9.2 <\/td>\n\n 7.9 <\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
\n Average Ease of Use Score <\/td>\n\n 8.7 <\/td>\n\n 8.2 <\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
\n Average Functionality Score <\/td>\n\n 8.5 <\/td>\n\n 8.9 <\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
\n Average Water Resistance Score <\/td>\n\n 9.1 <\/td>\n\n 8.0 <\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
\n Average Brand Impact Score <\/td>\n\n 8.5 <\/td>\n\n 6.2 <\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
\n Average Buying Experience Score <\/td>\n\n 7.4 <\/td>\n\n 6.8 <\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
\n Average Warranty Score <\/td>\n\n 10.0 <\/td>\n\n 5.0 <\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
\n Average Price-to-Performance Score <\/td>\n\n 6.7 <\/td>\n\n 8.6 <\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
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Specs<\/h3>\n<\/td>\n

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\n Type <\/td>\n\n Hardside <\/td>\n\n Hardside, Softside <\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
\n Warranty <\/td>\n\n Lifetime <\/td>\n\n 10-year <\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
\n Returns <\/td>\n\n Pay for return shipping, 100-day <\/td>\n\n Pay for return shipping, 90-day <\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
\n Manufacturing Location(s) <\/td>\n\n China <\/td>\n\n India, China, Hungary <\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
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