We usually stick to carry-on luggage for our travels, and during our recent trip to the U.S., we tried out the July Carry On Pro. This piece of luggage stands out with its convenient front pocket, ideal for storing devices like a laptop and tablet.

Priced at $395, the July Carry On Pro is constructed from aerospace-grade polycarbonate, ensuring it is both robust and lightweight at just 3.9 kg. It provides a generous 42 liters of space, standing 55 cm tall, 38.5 cm wide, and 21.5 cm deep.

What sets this carry-on apart is its ejectable battery feature, complete with USB and USB-C ports, allowing for fast charging. You’ll find this under a small flap near the handle—just remember to bring your cable.

Previously, we’d typically pack our MacBook and iPad in a backpack draped over the suitcase handle. With the new design, those essentials were easily stored in the suitcase’s front zip pocket, significantly lightening our load. For shorter trips, this could mean swapping out the backpack for a smaller bag, like a sling.

Despite the front pocket reducing space in the main clothing compartment, we managed to fit all our clothes and still had room for our MacBook Pro, iPad Pro, an e-reader, Sudoku puzzles, and earphones.

The layout of the carry-on is especially beneficial at airport security, where quick access to electronics is a must. With everything in one accessible spot, there’s no need to scramble through different backpack sections.

Having experienced its practicality, it’s tough to imagine traveling without the front pocket feature. Inside, the bag is equipped with water-resistant and stain-proof nylon lining, with leather finishes enhancing the straps and hinges. It also features durable YKK Japanese zippers, a multi-stop telescopic handle adjustable to 20 different heights, and a secure TSA-approved combination lock.

The other side of the carry-on is designed to store additional items like toiletries, a headset, chargers, and other tools needed for our podcasts and videos, all secured by the July Y-strap compression system. This system helps everything stay neatly in place, maximizing space utilization.

The July Carry On Pro is available in a range of attractive colors, including sand, moss, forest, navy, shadow lavender, clay, and charcoal. We chose the shadow lavender, a sophisticated bluey gun-metal grey.

July luggage comes with a lifetime warranty, 100-day return policy, and free shipping throughout Australia, offering a stylish and functional choice for frequent travelers.