AI Generated Review Summary
The Essential 22" 2-Wheel Expandable Carry-On is praised for its versatile design, exceptional quality, and ease of use. Customers highlight its compression and expansion features, durability, and value for money. However, opinions vary on the strap, handle, and pockets.
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Reviews
Solid and dependable
"I took this to Mexico for a trip through Oaxaca and Mexico City. Of course, there was an unexpected checked bag situation, and I knew my Briggs and Riley would perform admirably. Sure enough, it landed in Oaxaca looking great, with all my belongings in place and in one piece. It took on cobbled streets without a problem, and looked stylish doing it. The wheels are solid, and I felt that I had made a great, buy-it-once purchase. Thanks! Love my luggage!"
— MELANIE H. (5/5)
Superb Quality
"The construction and design of this carry-on is fantastic. Well thought out practicality and function. Outstanding materials were used. It looks great and professional. Love the blue color!"
— STEVEN W. (5/5)
Sturdy, well-made suitcase but very heavy.
"The suitcase is very sturdy and well-made; however it is very heavy empty. I travel every week for business and while I like the suitcase, I ultimately went back to my much lighter TravelPro. By the time I packed the suitcase, it was almost too heavy for me to hoist in the overhead bins. The side handle and the zippers are also on the opposite sides of the suitcase which also made it harder to get in the overhead on the plane. I'll keep the suitcase for back-up but the weight is just too much for me for weekly use."
— Betsy A. (5/5)
Quality, "GO TO" Bag. Domestic, International
"This bag wears like steel, and is versatile, perfect. The expansion mechanism is a highlight but the tag alone strap for a computer bag or backpack is why the 2 wheeler was a fit for me. You get what you pay for. Not a cheap price, but it delivers, for a long long time."
— Michael H. (5/5)
Not as good compared to older models of same case
"I've had a BR 22" roller for almost 30 years as well as a larger, expandable roller for at least 15 years. Both have been used extensively and have served me extremely well. BR has always lived up to the obligation to make repairs without exception. I recently bought two more 22" rollers as gifts. They are not the same. The construction is lighter. You can't get your hand comfortably under the carrying handle, and the expandable feature is very weak, i. e. it can be compressed without retracting the latches."
— Andrew W. (3/5)
I don’t really review suitcases
"But jeez, this thing is exceptionally well designed. The compartments are really well thought out, everything is right where it should be, it’s surprisingly light for an actual suitcase, the cramming-accommodation feature is very clever and remarkably effective. I’m this evening just back from my first trip with it (2 weeks) and I am unreasonably happy with this suitcase. Also, it looks pretty cool, but that would be a stupid reason to buy a suitcase. So buy it because it suitcases extremely well and just enjoy the fact that it’s really elegant."
— F M. (5/5)
Strong suitcase
"This suitcase is good quality! I am happy with it so far! I am an airline crew member , I hope this suitcase will last for a long time through out my career."
— Fan C. (5/5)
Great bag, couple major set backs.
"I travel 4 days a week in airports every day all day. It’s a Great bag very light weight and love the interior organization. However I have 2 major issues with it. 1. Wheels are awful to the point i question buying this. very loud and transfer vibration to handle but luckily can be upgraded to rollerblade wheels from Amazon. 2. Handle is hard to use and janky. too long at full extension, have to find first hole down and sometimes one side finds it but other side pushes the large slider and doesn’t lock, seems to have some flex as well."
— Trevor B. (3/5)
"As a Flight Attendant this is an absolute clutch luggage and worth the investment!! Love the compressed trick and versatility. Thank you for looking out for crews!"
— Eli (5/5)
Huge upgrade in my luggage
"I’ve had a TP flight crew bag for 6 years. Recently upgraded to the B&R baseline essential 2-wheel carry on. I love this bag!!! I should have bought it when my travel schedule increased several years ago. You get what you pay for. Lighter. Great engineering. Outstanding warranty. 5-stars."
— Michael M. (5/5)
