The Metz Underseat Cabin Bag is designed for travelers seeking to maximize their carry-on allowance, especially for budget airlines like Ryanair. Its key advantage is fitting strict underseat dimensions (40x20x25 cm) while providing a surprisingly spacious 20-liter interior for essentials. While excellent for short trips, its compact size may not be sufficient for longer journeys requiring extensive packing. Key features include airline compatibility, a suitcase-style opening, and an organized front pocket.
Ryanair Compliant Dimensions: Specifically engineered to meet Ryanair's free underseat cabin luggage rules (40x20x25 cm), helping you avoid additional baggage fees.
Universal Airline Compatibility: Hand luggage compatible with virtually all other major airlines, making it a versatile personal item for any flight.
Spacious 20-Liter Interior: Despite its compact exterior, the flexible, soft-sided design allows for a significant amount of packing capacity, ideal for short trips or supplementing a main bag.
Suitcase-Style Opening: This practical design allows the bag to open wide, similar to a suitcase, offering ultimate packing freedom and easy access to all contents.
Ultra-Lightweight Design: Weighing just 500g (1.1 lbs), it minimizes added weight, allowing you to maximize your personal item's carrying capacity.
Comfort-Focused Portability: Features extensive comfort padding, adjustable padded shoulder straps, and a padded top carry handle for comfortable wear and easy maneuvering.
Front Organizer Pocket: Equipped with dedicated compartments for an iPad, travel documents, pens, and tickets, keeping your essentials neatly organized and easily accessible.
Quick Access Pocket: An additional external pocket provides immediate access to items you need on the go, such as a phone or keys.
Perfectly sized for Ryanair's free underseat allowance (40x20x25 cm)
Lightweight design (500g) maximizes packing capacity within weight limits
Spacious 20-liter interior with convenient suitcase-style opening
Comfortable to carry with padded straps and top handle
Excellent organization pockets for travel essentials and tablet
Compatible as a personal item with most major airlines
Limited capacity for longer trips due to compact size
Soft-sided design offers less protection for fragile items
No dedicated padded laptop compartment (only iPad organizer)
May not stand upright independently when fully packed or empty
Perfectly sized for Ryanair's free underseat allowance (40x20x25 cm)
Lightweight design (500g) maximizes packing capacity within weight limits
Spacious 20-liter interior with convenient suitcase-style opening
Comfortable to carry with padded straps and top handle
Excellent organization pockets for travel essentials and tablet
Compatible as a personal item with most major airlines
Limited capacity for longer trips due to compact size
Soft-sided design offers less protection for fragile items
No dedicated padded laptop compartment (only iPad organizer)
May not stand upright independently when fully packed or empty
The Metz Underseat Cabin Bag truly excels in situations where maximizing free personal item allowances is critical, particularly with budget airlines. Its 40x20x25 cm dimensions are precisely tailored to fit Ryanair's underseat rule, often allowing travelers to avoid checked baggage fees entirely. The 20-liter capacity is surprisingly ample, making it ideal for a weekend getaway, a short business trip, or as a highly functional secondary carry-on.
For example, you can comfortably pack:
2-3 days' worth of lightweight clothing (when rolled or folded compactly)
A small toiletry bag and essential personal items
A paperback book, e-reader, or small tablet
Snacks and a small water bottle
The front organizer pocket is a standout feature for keeping important items at hand. It's perfectly sized for your passport, boarding pass, a pen for customs forms, and a tablet (like an iPad) for inflight entertainment. The quick-access pocket is strategically placed for items you need instantly, such as your phone, wallet, or keys.
The suitcase-style opening significantly streamlines the packing and unpacking process. Instead of struggling to find items in a top-loading bag, you can lay the Metz bag flat and organize your belongings efficiently. The flexible, soft-sided design is also beneficial, allowing you to slightly compress the bag to fit under tight airline seats or to squeeze in that last essential item.
Despite its generous capacity, the bag's 500g lightweight design ensures that the bag itself doesn't eat into your baggage allowance, leaving more weight for your personal belongings. The padded shoulder straps and top carry handle provide comfort and ease of transport, whether you're navigating a busy airport terminal or making your way through public transport.
The Metz Underseat Cabin Bag requires no assembly. Simply unpack it, adjust the padded shoulder straps to your comfort, and it's ready for immediate use. Ensure zippers are running smoothly before first use.
Airline Compatibility: This bag is specifically designed to meet Ryanair's free underseat luggage rules (40x20x25 cm). It is also widely compatible as a personal item or small carry-on with virtually ALL other major airlines due to its compact dimensions. Always consult your specific airline's most current baggage policy before traveling, as rules can change.
Gear Compatibility: The front organizer pocket is tailored to hold items such as an iPad, travel documents, pens, and tickets. The main compartment is suitable for clothing, small electronics, and general personal items.
Cleaning: To clean the exterior, gently wipe with a damp cloth and a mild soap solution. Avoid using harsh chemicals, solvents, or abrasive cleaners, as these can damage the fabric.
Drying: After cleaning, allow the bag to air dry completely in a well-ventilated area away from direct sunlight or heat sources. Do not tumble dry.
Storage: When not in use, store the bag in a cool, dry place. Avoid compressing it excessively for long periods to maintain its shape and structural integrity.
Maintenance: Periodically check zippers and seams for any signs of wear. Applying a zipper lubricant (like zipper wax) can help maintain smooth operation.