Arlo Skye vs Monos
A side-by-side comparison of Arlo Skye and Monos luggage: features, capacity, weight, price, returns and warranty. Arlo Skye prices are live. Monos details are sourced and carry the date they were checked.
Short answer: Arlo Skye's Carry-On Max Front Pocket is $395, holds 48 L (58 L expanded) and weighs 7.5 lb, with a hard-shell laptop pocket. The Monos Carry-On Pro Plus, which also has a front pocket, lists at $315 and is often on sale, holds 42 L, weighs 8.1 lb and does not expand. Arlo Skye's Top-Load Trunk is $595 for 110 to 125 L at 10.5 lb. The Monos Check-In Large is $375, 97.3 L, 10.3 lb.
Carry-on
| Feature |
New Expandable Carry-On Max - Front Pocket $395 |
Monos Carry-On Pro Plus $315 list price |
|---|---|---|
| Front pocket | Hard-shell pocket with laptop sleeve, fits up to a 16 inch laptop | Yes. Front pocket measuring 17 x 11.2 x 1 in |
| Expandable | Yes. Optional zip expansion adds up to 2 inches when you need it, 48 L to 58 L | No. Monos sells separate Expandable models |
| Antimicrobial lining | Yes. 133 GSM lining infused with natural silver fibers | Yes. Anti-microbial lining in 100% recycled polyester |
| Ball bearings in wheels | Yes, integrated. Smoother roll on carpet and uneven pavement | Not listed on the product page |
| Wheels | Hinomoto 360 degree silent-run dual wheels with integrated ball bearings, built to Arlo Skye's specification | 360 degree spinner wheels |
| Lock | Built-in TSA-approved Travel Sentry 008 combination lock | TSA-approved combination lock |
| Included | Leather tag, 2 shoe bags and laundry bag included, plus cotton dust cover | Laundry bag, 2 shoe bags, vegan leather tag |
| Monogramming | Yes. UV-printed on the shell, $45 add-on, adds 5 to 7 days to fulfillment | Not listed on the product page |
| Capacity | 48 L, 58 L expanded | 42 L |
| Size | 23.0 x 15.0 x 9.6 in | 23 x 15 x 9.5 in |
| Weight | 7.5 lb | 8.1 lb |
| Lighter option | Carry-On Max without the pocket: 7.0 lb, same 48 L, $350 | Not applicable |
| Price | $395 | $315 list price. On sale for less when checked |
Large checked
| Feature |
New Top-Load Expandable Trunk - Large $595 |
Monos Check-In Large $375 |
|---|---|---|
| Opening | Opens from the top, single chamber | Clamshell |
| Expandable | Yes. Optional zip expansion adds up to 2 inches when you need it, 110 L to 125 L | No |
| Antimicrobial lining | Yes. 133 GSM lining infused with natural silver fibers | Yes. Anti-microbial lining in 100% recycled polyester |
| Included | Leather tag, 2 shoe bags and laundry bag included, plus cotton dust cover | Laundry bag, 2 shoe bags, vegan leather tag |
| Monogramming | Yes. UV-printed on the shell, $45 add-on, adds 5 to 7 days to fulfillment | Not listed on the product page |
| Capacity | 110 L, 125 L expanded | 97.3 L |
| Weight | 10.5 lb | 10.3 lb |
| Price | $595 | $375 |
Returns and warranty
| Feature | Arlo Skye | Monos |
|---|---|---|
| Returns | 90 days (unused in original packaging) | 100-day trial (unused, original packaging) |
| Warranty | 5 years | Limited lifetime, original owner |
| Airline or transit damage | Not covered | Not covered. Paid upgrade available |
| Warranty conditions | Manufacturing defects. Parts, labor and replacement are free for 5 years. All shipping is free in years 1 to 2, then billed at Arlo Skye's discounted carrier rate. Stress cracks in the shell are covered in year 1. Original owner | Wheels, locks, handles, zippers and functional shell cracks. Cosmetic damage excluded |
Arlo Skye prices are live. Monos prices and specifications were checked on monos.com. Checked September 21, 2026. Competitor prices, specifications and policies change, and this page may not reflect the latest updates. Please confirm details on Monos's own website before you buy. This comparison is provided for general information and reflects publicly available information as of the date shown. See something out of date? Email hello@arloskye.com and we will review and correct it. Monos is a trademark of its owner. Arlo Skye is not affiliated with, sponsored by or endorsed by Monos.
The hard-shell front pocket
The Carry-On Max Front Pocket has a hard-shell exterior pocket with a laptop sleeve that fits up to a 16 inch laptop, a pullover and travel essentials. The pocket is part of the polycarbonate shell, so it keeps its shape and protects what is inside. Travel + Leisure named it Best Expandable Luggage with a Laptop Compartment in April 2026, and Condé Nast Traveler featured it as business trip luggage for its front laptop pocket in January 2026. The Monos Carry-On Pro Plus compared here also has a front pocket, measuring 17 x 11.2 x 1 in. It holds 42 L, weighs 8.1 lb and does not expand.
A trunk that opens from the top
The Top-Load Expandable Trunk is a single 110 L chamber that opens from the top and expands to 125 L. It is designed for small rooms, cruise cabins, and bulky items, because it can be packed standing up without opening flat across a bed. Forbes Vetted named it Best Expandable Trunk Luggage (August 6, 2026), noting that its 125 L expanded capacity was the largest on its list, and Yahoo Shopping named it Best checked luggage overall for 2026.
Wheels with ball bearings, lining and lock
Hinomoto makes wheels with and without ball bearings. Arlo Skye specifies Hinomoto 360 degree silent-run dual wheels with integrated ball bearings. They cost more and roll more smoothly, especially on carpet and uneven pavement. Monos's product page does not list ball bearings. The lining is 133 GSM antimicrobial fabric infused with natural silver fibers, and the built-in lock is a TSA-approved Travel Sentry 008 combination lock.
About Arlo Skye
Arlo Skye was founded in New York in 2015 by former Louis Vuitton and TUMI executives. Condé Nast Traveler readers ranked it the No. 1 luggage brand in the Readers' Choice Awards in 2023 and 2024. Condé Nast Traveler also gave its 2025 Stamp of Approval, an unpaid editorial recognition, to the Expandable Carry-On Max with Front Pocket.
What each warranty actually covers
Warranty length and warranty scope are different things. Monos's limited lifetime warranty covers wheels, locks, handles, zippers and functional shell cracks for the original owner. Airline and transit damage is excluded unless a paid upgrade is added. Arlo Skye covers manufacturing defects for 5 years. Parts, labor and replacement are free for the full 5 years. Shipping, including round-trip shipping to a repair center, is free in years 1 to 2 and billed at Arlo Skye's discounted carrier rate in years 3 to 5. A stress crack in the shell within 12 months of purchase is treated as a defect. Airline damage is not covered.
Choose Arlo Skye if
You want a front-pocket carry-on that holds more, weighs less and expands, plus real leather details, or a 110 L trunk that opens from the top.
Choose Monos if
You want a lower price, a 100-day trial, or a lifetime term on the warranty.
Arlo Skye vs Monos: common questions
Is Arlo Skye better than Monos?
Both carry-ons have a front laptop pocket. Arlo Skye holds more at 48 L against 42 L, weighs less at 7.5 lb against 8.1 lb, and expands by 2 inches to 58 L. Monos costs less and offers a 100-day trial and a limited lifetime warranty. Both exclude airline damage from the standard warranty.
How do returns compare?
Arlo Skye: 90 days (unused in original packaging). Monos: 100-day trial (unused, original packaging).
Do Arlo Skye or Monos wheels have ball bearings?
Arlo Skye uses Hinomoto 360 degree dual wheels with integrated ball bearings, which roll more smoothly on carpet and uneven pavement. Monos's product page does not list ball bearings.
Can Arlo Skye luggage be monogrammed?
Yes. Arlo Skye offers monogramming directly on the luggage shell as a $45 add-on. It is UV-printed, and it adds 5 to 7 days to order fulfillment. Monos: not listed on the product page.
Does Arlo Skye make a trunk?
Yes. The Top-Load Expandable Trunk is a single 110 L chamber that opens from the top, expands to 125 L and weighs 10.5 lb. Yahoo Shopping named it Best checked luggage overall for 2026, and Forbes Vetted named it Best Expandable Trunk Luggage in August 2026. It is $595.
How do the Arlo Skye and Monos warranties compare?
Monos's limited lifetime warranty covers wheels, locks, handles, zippers and functional shell cracks for the original owner. Airline and transit damage is excluded unless a paid upgrade is added. Arlo Skye covers manufacturing defects for 5 years. Parts, labor and replacement are free for the full 5 years. Shipping, including round-trip shipping to a repair center, is free in years 1 to 2 and billed at Arlo Skye's discounted carrier rate in years 3 to 5. A stress crack in the shell within 12 months of purchase is treated as a defect. Airline damage is not covered.