Eagle Creek Expanse 4-Wheel 21.5"/35L International Carry-On Luggage vs Herschel Heritage Hardshell Carry-On
The Eagle Creek Expanse 4-Wheel 21.5"/35L International Carry-On Luggage is 35L and 2.8kg6.2lb; the Herschel Heritage Hardshell Carry-On is 35L and 2.8kg6.2lb. They weigh the same. The Herschel Heritage Hardshell Carry-On costs $59 less. The Eagle Creek Expanse 4-Wheel 21.5"/35L International Carry-On Luggage fits the carry-on limit of 35 of 36 major airlines and the Herschel Heritage Hardshell Carry-On fits 30; under the seat, 0 and 0 of 26.
| Spec | Eagle Creek Expanse 4-Wheel 21.5"/35L International Carry-On Luggage | Herschel Heritage Hardshell Carry-On |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $289 | $230Best |
| Volume | 35L | 35L |
| Expands to | 39L | n/a |
| Weight | 2.8kg6.2lb | 2.8kg6.2lb |
| Carry-on compliance | 97%Best | 83% |
| Personal-item compliance | 0% | 0% |
| Dimensions | 55×35×20cm21.5×14×8in | 50.2×33×22.9cm20×13×9in |
| Laptop | 16" | no laptop sleeve |
| Opening | n/a | Split design with zippered closure |
| Warranty | Lifetime | Lifetime |
| Organizer | Yes | No |
| Shoe compartment | No | No |
| Hydration sleeve | No | No |
| Frame sheet | No | No |
| Water-resistant | No | No |
| Rain cover | No | No |
| MOLLE | No | No |
| Hip belt | No | No |
| Sternum strap | No | No |
| Load lifters | No | No |
| Shoulder strap | No | No |
| Luggage pass-through | No | No |
| Camera compartment | No | No |
| Material | 100% recycled 600D, 450D and 200D polyester, made without intentional PFAS | 70% recycled polycarbonate shell, 100% recycled polyester liner |
| Last checked | 2026-09 | 2026-09 |
Where their airline fit differs
| Airline | Limit | Eagle Creek Expanse 4-Wheel 21.5"/35L International Carry-On Luggage | Herschel Heritage Hardshell Carry-On |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Arabia | Carry-on | Fits | Too big |
| Air India | Carry-on | Fits | Too big |
| Emirates | Carry-on | Fits | Too big |
| Ryanair | Carry-on | Fits | Too big |
| Vueling | Carry-on | Fits | Too big |
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Specs come from each brand's own product page. Fit uses listed dimensions in any orientation. How we score carry-on fit.