Narrower for strict sizers, or lighter for a lower price
Is the constraint a genuinely strict airline sizer, or a strict personal weight allowance?
Both cases aim at cabin-size compliance from different angles: Delsey narrows the depth specifically for tighter European budget-carrier sizers, while Travelite chases the lowest possible empty weight in the category.
| Compared on | Shadow 5.0 55 cm hardside cabin case | Chios Cabin S lightweight hardside case |
|---|---|---|
| Depth | 35 cm, narrower than most | 39 cm, standard |
| Empty weight | Standard for the category | ≈ 2.4 kg, among the lightest |
| Shell rigidity | Rigid polycarbonate blend | Lighter-gauge shell |
| Price | No confirmed live price | ≈ 73 € |
A tick marks the better answer on that line only. Counting ticks does not decide the page — the two verdicts below do, because these products answer different questions.
Take the Shadow 5.0 for the tightest budget-carrier sizers where every centimetre of depth matters.
Take the Chios for the lowest empty weight and price when the constraint is a strict weight allowance rather than depth.
55 cm · 35 L · 4 wheels
A French-designed hardside cabin case with a rigid shell and a double-wheel spinner set, sized for the tighter end of common cabin allowances.
Best for: Frequent flyers on carriers with a genuinely tight cabin sizer, where every centimetre matters.
55 cm · 2.4 kg · 4 wheels
A German-brand lightweight cabin case built to keep empty weight low, at the most competitive price confirmed across four markets in this family.
Best for: Occasional travellers who want the lowest empty weight and price, and can accept a less rugged shell in exchange.
≈ 73 €
Prices quoted in these summaries are dated readings. The live price is shown next to each product.
