Herschel Heritage Hardshell Large Carry-On vs Sherpani Meridian 22" Carry-On
The Herschel Heritage Hardshell Large Carry-On is 42L and 3.2kg7.1lb; the Sherpani Meridian 22" Carry-On is 41L and 3.2kg7.1lb. They weigh the same. The Sherpani Meridian 22" Carry-On costs $65 less. The Herschel Heritage Hardshell Large Carry-On fits the carry-on limit of 23 of 36 major airlines and the Sherpani Meridian 22" Carry-On fits 14; under the seat, 0 and 0 of 26.
| Spec | Herschel Heritage Hardshell Large Carry-On | Sherpani Meridian 22" Carry-On |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $260 | $195Best |
| Volume | 42L | 41L |
| Weight | 3.2kg7.1lb | 3.2kg7.1lb |
| Carry-on compliance | 64%Best | 39% |
| Personal-item compliance | 0% | 0% |
| Dimensions | 55×36×23cm21.5×14×9in | 55.9×35.6×22.9cm22×14×9in |
| Laptop | no laptop sleeve | no laptop sleeve |
| Opening | Split design with zippered closure | hard shell zip with TSA-approved locking zippers |
| Warranty | Lifetime | Lifetime |
| Organizer | No | 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 | 70% recycled polycarbonate shell, 100% recycled polyester liner | 100% polycarbonate hard shell |
| Last checked | 2026-09 | 2026-10 |
Where their airline fit differs
| Airline | Limit | Herschel Heritage Hardshell Large Carry-On | Sherpani Meridian 22" Carry-On |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Canada | Carry-on | Fits | Too big |
| Allegiant Air | Carry-on | Fits | Too big |
| ANA (All Nippon Airways) | Carry-on | Fits | Too big |
| Lufthansa | Carry-on | Fits | Too big |
| Norwegian Air Shuttle | Carry-on | Fits | Too big |
| SAS | Carry-on | Fits | Too big |
| Turkish Airlines | Carry-on | Fits | Too big |
| Volaris | Carry-on | Fits | Too big |
| Wizz Air | 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.