Monos Vs. Beis Luggage: Comparing Two Stylish Brands

Background of Monos & Beis

Monos: Craftsmanship and Simplicity

The Monos name comes from the Japanese philosophy of “mono no aware” – which sounds confusing, but means “beauty in fleeting moments”. They are all about creating luggage that is simple, durable and functional. And they have gained quite the reputation for their meticulously crafted, minimalist designs that just seem to last!

Beis: Travel Made Easy

Beis in comparison is the brainchild of actress Shay Mitchell. She wanted to make luggage for people like her:  its mission of making travel easy and stylish for everyone. Their focus is versatile luggage that looks great and can handle the hardships of travel without costing an arm and a leg.

Monos vs Beis: A Design Showdown

When it comes to design, both Monos and Beis both look very similar from the get-go.

Monos luggage always comes across as clean with muted colors, which gives it a sleek and minimalist look. Once you have seen a Monos bag, you can spot them anywhere. It is no wonder they are called the Apple of luggage

But it is their attention to detail and durability that makes them stand out from the crowd. For example, they have completely redesigned their luggage handles from the ground up – instead of just taking the standard design that everyone uses. The result is a strong, lighter, and more durable product that impresses many a customer.

On the flip side, Beis luggage is all about impressing with its colors and practical design. Their suitcases definitely stand out a lot more than Monos, you just have to check out their Instagram to see that.

However, they don’t ignore design and functionality. So, in many ways, their luggage is very very similar. But the devil is the details.

Durability of Monos & Beis

Monos certainly packs a punch with its hardshell suitcases. Everyone who uses their cases comments about one thing – how solid and “thick” they feel.

Why is that? They are made from aerospace-grade polycarbonate. And they don’t skimp on the material either. Not only that, their design is a matte style with no protruding areas, which means it comes out of the luggage belt looking the same as it went in.

Sure, Beis, too, takes durability seriously too. Their luggage is also made from robust materials such as 100% polyester and faux leather. And from reviewers and videos I have seen of people traveling for months with them – they come out ok too.

They are just “not as robust” and the lighter colors get scuffed very very fast. Monos suitcases in comparison looks as good as new for months and months.

Functionality

There are a lot of similarities between Monos and Beis, so let’s take a quick look at those:

Shared Features

On the Outside

• Robust & light hard shell Polycarbonate
• Adjustable telescopic handle
• TSA-Approved luggage lock
• Smooth double spinner wheels

On The Inside

• Quality easy-to-clean lining
• Clamshell opening
• Zippered close on one side
• Compression panel close on the other

Differences Between Monos & Beis

Of course, Monos and Beis luggage are different in a lot of ways too, most of them small, but worth knowing about:

Monos

• Has a lot tougher & thicker shell that is harder to scuff
• The telescopic handle has 4 positions instead of 3 on the Beis
• The inside compression panel is higher quality with a full zipper pocket
• Comes with 3 washable bags for shoes and laundry VS just 2
• Carry on has a front pocket for your laptop or small items

Beis

• Is expandable by 2 inches
• Has a soft pad on the handle making it comfier to pull
• Has a semi-useful outside strap for small luggage attachment
• There are two small zipper pockets on the compression panel, one waterproof
• Offers a little bolder color choices (but many are waitlisted)

Warranty & Returns

Both Monos & Beis offer limited lifetime warranties with a free return policy. The only major difference is that with Monos you have 100 days while with Beis you have 45 days.

Price Differences

There’s a small price difference between Monos and Beis. Monos luggage has premium materials and features, so a slightly higher price tag. Beis still offers good quality and functionality, and targets a more budget-conscious audience.

Here are the current prices of the different luggage sizes, which are about 25% different unless Monos has a sale (which they currently do – then the prices are very similar)

	Monos	Beis
Carry-on	$285	$218
Medium Check-in	$362	$308
Large Check-in	$395	$328

Real Life Experiences with Monos and Beis

To truly appreciate these brands, you need to see what real-life users have to say. I have read dozens of reviews and watched many a Youtube videos to see what people’s experiences were with the suitcases.

One customer noted how their Monos suitcase endured a round-the-world trip without any signs of wear. And many others have noted the sheer robustness and quality of the handle, wheels and inner materials. I inserted some reviews further up in the review for you to read.

Meanwhile, a Beis users rave about how the brand’s thoughtful design features made their travel experience smoother and more organized. The handle is super comfy, the wheels are also smooth as butter (they both use the same brand wheels) and the packing experience is great. The only major downside of Beis is it scuffs very easily due to the ribbed design and the materials are a little less robust, but not significantly.

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