Samsonite Base Boost Review

The Samsonite Base Boost Spinner was impressive when put to the test thanks to its low weight (2nd place). It also has an excellent storage capacity (4th place). The exterior pocket provides additional luggage space for any baggage which must be quickly accessible while travelling. All this is available for a comparatively low price.
The Samsonite Base Boost’s biggest downside is the relatively small single-wheel rollers, which causes the suitcase to tilt somewhat. The telescopic rod is also a bit shaky when compared to the other suitcases.
Available sizes: S / M / L
5th Place @ Best Suitcases

Last update on 2024-12-09 at 11:15 / Affiliate links / Images from Amazon Partnernet

Description

Test Results of the Samsonite Base Boost

Key Points in Brief

Convincing in terms of weight and volume:

Extremely lightweight & plenty of storage space

This is what makes a good suitcase: it is lightweight and offers plenty of space for luggage. This certainly holds true for the Samsonite Base Boost. Especially in the case of the hand luggage version (size S), this is very practical. The volume of sizes M and L can even be expanded, meaning the size can be flexibly adjusted while travelling. Opening a second zip grants 6 to 8 litres of additional storage space.

Samsonite Base Boost - Ultralight Suitcase
Samsonite Base Boost Price

Surprisingly affordable:

Very good price-performance ratio

The Base Boost Spinner is a kind of “beginner model” for the Samsonite brand. The suitcase is significantly more affordable than the top models. You will nevertheless receive a practical, high-quality suitcase with good equipment. In addition to the low weight and large storage capacity, I am particularly fond of the front pocket. There are also additional pockets inside, which makes organising your luggage a very comfortable experience.

Surprisingly affordable:

Very good price-performance ratio

The Base Boost Spinner is a kind of “beginner model” for the Samsonite brand. The suitcase is significantly more affordable than the top models. You will nevertheless receive a practical, high-quality suitcase with good equipment. In addition to the low weight and large storage capacity, I am particularly fond of the front pocket. There are also additional pockets inside, which makes organising your luggage a very comfortable experience.

Samsonite Base Boost Price

Leaves (almost) nothing to be desired:

Good equipment with one small weak point

The Samsonite Base Boost seems to be the ideal suitcase in terms of weight, storage capacity and equipment. Unfortunately, the suitcase has one small weakness: it only has relatively small single-wheel rollers. This saves space and weight, but is noticeable in the way the suitcase rolls. While it moves very smoothly on flat terrain, you will find the Base Boost Spinner to be a bit wobbly on bumpy passages.

Samsonite Base Boost - Small Wheels

Samsonite Base Boost

Available in these sizes

Carry-on (2 Wheels)
Samsonite Base Boost Upright Hand Luggage, 2 wheels, 41 Litre, Lightweight 2 kg, Black, Cabin size 55 x 40 x 20 cm
Carry-on (4 Wheels)
Samsonite Base Boost - Spinner S (Length: 40 cm) Hand Luggage, 55 cm, 39 Litre, Black
Samsonite Base Boost - Spinner M Expandable Suitcase, 66 cm, 67.5/73.5 Litre, Black
Samsonite Base Boost - Spinner L Expandable Suitcase, 78 cm, 105/112.5 Litre, Black
Name
Samsonite Base Boost 55
Samsonite Base Boost 55
Samsonite Base Boost 66
Samsonite Base Boost 78
Size
Size S
Size S
Size M
Size L
Duration
1-3 Days
1-3 Days
1 Week
2 Weeks
Dimensions
55x40x20cm
55x40x20cm
66x44x28/31 cm
78x48x31/34 cm
Expandable
Volume
41 Litre
39 Litre
68/74 Litre
105/113 Litre
Weight
2 kg
2 kg
2,7 kg
3,1 kg
Price
£101.25
£89.95
£108.45
£157.49
Carry-on (2 Wheels)
Samsonite Base Boost Upright Hand Luggage, 2 wheels, 41 Litre, Lightweight 2 kg, Black, Cabin size 55 x 40 x 20 cm
Name
Samsonite Base Boost 55
Size
Size S
Duration
1-3 Days
Dimensions
55x40x20cm
Expandable
Volume
41 Litre
Weight
2 kg
Price
£101.25
Carry-on (4 Wheels)
Samsonite Base Boost - Spinner S (Length: 40 cm) Hand Luggage, 55 cm, 39 Litre, Black
Name
Samsonite Base Boost 55
Size
Size S
Duration
1-3 Days
Dimensions
55x40x20cm
Expandable
Volume
39 Litre
Weight
2 kg
Price
£89.95
Samsonite Base Boost - Spinner M Expandable Suitcase, 66 cm, 67.5/73.5 Litre, Black
Name
Samsonite Base Boost 66
Size
Size M
Duration
1 Week
Dimensions
66x44x28/31 cm
Expandable
Volume
68/74 Litre
Weight
2,7 kg
Price
£108.45
Samsonite Base Boost - Spinner L Expandable Suitcase, 78 cm, 105/112.5 Litre, Black
Name
Samsonite Base Boost 78
Size
Size L
Duration
2 Weeks
Dimensions
78x48x31/34 cm
Expandable
Volume
105/113 Litre
Weight
3,1 kg
Price
£157.49

Last update on 2024-12-09 at 11:15 / Affiliate links / Images from Amazon Partnernet

Conclusion – Samsonite Base Boost Review

5th best suitcase in the test

Samsonite Base Boost Review Conclusion

Features

82%

Handling

83%

Material

83%

Capacity

96%

Weight

96%

Test result

The Samsonite Base Boost is a classic soft protective suitcase in a good quality and with impressive value for money. The model performs excellently when it comes to the most important features of a suitcase: it offers plenty of storage space and is very light. The biggest disadvantage is the relatively small single-wheel rollers.

The hand luggage version (size S) is particularly worth recommending. When it comes to hand luggage, having plenty of storage space and low weight is very important so you have plenty of space for luggage and don’t reach the specified weight limit for hand luggage so quickly. It is here that the Base Boost achieves the best values of them all.

With sizes M and L, the small rollers would bother me a little personally. A suitcase that rolls well is very important for me. That’s why I recommend taking a look at the Samsonite Spark SNG. This has large double rollers and even takes first place in the suitcase test for storage capacity.

Last update on 2024-12-09 at 11:15 / Affiliate links / Images from Amazon Partnernet

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