Gomatic Method Check-In luggage review: Lightweight, trackable and surprisingly roomy

Those looking to level up their travel game with luggage that doesn’t just survive the journey, but makes it easier, should take a closer look at Gomatic’s new Method Check-In case.  It comes remarkably close to ticking all the right boxes, and offers a few niceties I didn’t even know I wanted.

The Check-In sits at the top of Gomatic’s Method luggage line-up, alongside the smaller but equally well equipped Method Carry-On. Where the latter is designed to game the overhead bin rules, with up to 20 per cent more packing space than rivals, the Check-In suitcase is built to swallow your holiday wardrobe whole – and still leave space for duty-free wine and those  Hawaiian shirts you swore you wouldn’t buy.

Both cases share the same DNA: lightweight build, big capacity, and a smart, unfussy aesthetic. Available in navy, moss green, grey and black, The Luxe Review called in the Method Check-In for a closer look.

Gomatic Method Check-In: Designed to travel

Call me superficial, but wheels (literally) make or break a case. Thankfully, pulling the Method Check-In through a busy terminal feels like gliding. The brand’s 360° silent glide wheels are smoother than a Duty Free drinks promoter.  

Build quality is good. The outer shell is made from virgin polycarbonate, reinforced with a micro-welded ridge design. Testing says its tough enough to shrug off baggage handlers with something to prove, yet the entire case remains remarkably lightweight.

This makes a big difference when you’re navigating crowded train platforms or hoisting it into a hotel room after a long-haul slog.

The Method Check-In measures 76 x 49 x 33cm (h/w/d). There are no nuts and bolts used in its construction, which apparently makes the case approx. 0.45kg lighter than many comparable cases.

Inside, it’s all about clean efficiency. The liner-free interior is easy to wipe down (essential after a leaky toiletries incident), and the compression panel lets you lock down bulkier items without the usual suitcase sprawl. You’ll have no problem packing for two weeks, with space to spare.

Gomatic Method Check-In: The Tracker pocket

One feature I certainly appreciate is the concealed GPS tracker pocket. It’s subtle, almost invisible (you’ll not find it without the packing indicator provided for your eyes only), but gives you the opportunity to slip in your tracker of choice (like an Apple AirTag or Tile) for peace of mind.

With lost luggage an all-too-frequent plot twist in modern travel, knowing exactly where your bag is, especially when the airline doesn’t, can be a trip saver.

Gomatic Method Check-In: Built to go the distance

From YKK zippers that actually feel like they’ll last the distance, to TSA-approved locks, internal corner reinforcements, and a 3-stage aluminium handle that feels solid at every extension, the Method Check-In doesn’t cut corners, unless we’re talking about turning tight ones in an airport lounge. 

A full-perimeter expansion bumps case depth from 32.4cm to 36.8cm with a simple zip; super handy for those extra souvenirs you somehow forgot to budget space for.

Gomatic Method Check-In: Verdict and price 

The Gomatic Method Check-In isn’t cheap at £420, but the clever design, cavernous capacity, and whisper-quiet wheels have won me over.

Would I check it in again? Print me that boarding pass…

You can order the Gomatic Method Check-in suitcase here. All Gomatic products come with a Manufacturer’s Lifetime Warranty, which covers manufacturing defects that affect the main functionality of the product. More on that here.