FUGU Luggage – an industrial design company dedicated to revolutionizing the way we travel – has created the “world’s first expandable suitcase.” Equipped with inflatable walls made of waterproof Ripstop fabric, the highly durable FUGU suitcase can be used as either a carry-on or expand to a check-in suitcase. This is the perfect suitcase for the traveler who packs light en route to their favorite vacation spot but needs the extra space for family gifts and personal collectibles.
Expandable from the maximum regulation size for carry-ons to the max regulation size for check-in baggage, the FUGU suitcase is one of the most versatile suitcases hitting the market. So what makes the FUGU luggage so special outside of it being a shape-shifting travel companion? First and foremost, a suitcase that adjusts to the traveler’s needs has to be intelligently designed.
FUGU Luggage is more than just way to transport belongings, it makes your life a lot easier while traveling. With built-in shelves that can either be attached or collapsed, your FUGU luggage can seamlessly transform into a storage unit. Imagine not having to unpack and then repack your belongings in your hotel room or during an Airbnb stay. You can easily separate dirty laundry from neatly folded clothes by designating certain shelves.
If your profession has you traveling like Magellan or you happen to be a freelancer exploring the world, this is the perfect suitcase for you. The FUGU doubles as a portable table – making it the ideal companion for the remote employee needing a laptop stand, makeup dresser, or reading desk. The FUGU also comes with a custom-made removable laptop case – giving the traveler the option of keeping their computer on them at all times or checking it in with their other items.
There are three ways in which the user can inflate FUGU Luggage’s walls?
1. Pressing a button in order to activate the built-in electric pump.
2. By externally attaching any regular air pump.
3. Breathing into an external tube.
Only a half-a-pound heavier than any standard-size suitcase (26″ x 20.5″ x 15.5″), the FUGU Luggage can hold 115 liters in its check-in size and 41 liters in its carry-on compacted version. The FUGU Luggage has been engineered for longevity. From its expandable walls being made of Ripstop Fabric to its shock-absorbing outer frame being constructed of Drop Stitch Fabric, the FUGU Luggage is designed to handle the rigors of travel.
FUGU Luggage is positioned to attract the modern traveler. It can easily fall into the category of a smart suitcase with its GPS tracking sensor powered by an intuitive companion app. The world traveler needs to know where his or her suitcase is at all times and the FUGU luggage is no exception. Simply open up the FUGU app on your smartphone and instantly locate the whereabouts of your suitcase, whether it’s spinning around a baggage carousel in another city or resting securely in the overhead compartments.
Setting itself apart from the competition, the FUGU Luggage allows the traveler to customize their own experience. Whether you want to inflate your suitcase for a month-long journey or deflate it to carry only the essentials, FUGU’s expandable walls give the traveler a choice between carry-on and check-in.
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I do not think you ever bought or used a fugu. First of all, when I received, I saw this is two weeks, and not four and they are straight, they cannot turn 360 degrees as stated in the advertising. The weight is already 7 kg empty ( without the battery) so you cannot carry on the luggage with you, you can only check in. the process to grow the fugu is fine, but you need to hold it, contrary to the advertising, otherwise it will fall. Then when you want to fold the fugu it takes a lot of time. I waited two years, used it twice, that was a loss of money and time.
I do not think you ever bought or used a fugu. First of all, when I received, I saw this is two weeks, and not four and they are straight, they cannot turn 360 degrees as stated in the advertising. The weight is already 7 kg empty ( without the batte
I agree.. waited to years and invested hundreds of dollars with this company and the luggage is useless.. does not roll well.. does not open easily.. doesn’t hold what it says will hold.. worst investment and purchase ever..
Poor execution. This is what happens when you get the first batch. Maybe the ones that will buy a fugu in 2022 will get a suitcase that doesn’t have all the childhood illnesses.
1. When folded, it hardly has room for a tooth brush. Peretty uselss.
2. When open, it’s more like a crate than a suitcase, and upon my first flight I was asked to send it through large size luggage.
3. When open, there is no proper handle to lift, or roll. Only the foldable handle which cannot be used to roll over or lift. Big problem.
4. When open, 3 sides a properly cushioned, but the front side with the zipper is only a thin cloth with a basic zipper. So the content create pressure on this side and I was sure it will not survive the flight and the ground crew tossing of the suitcase. It survived one flight. I am not sure it will survive another. Too thin and breakable.
All in all, as usual, when concepts meet reality… wouldn’t recommend.
Poor execution. This is what happens when you get the first batch. Maybe the ones that will buy a fugu in 2022 will get a suitcase that doesn’t have all the childhood illnesses.
1. When folded, it hardly has room for a tooth brush. Peretty uselss.
I too was a backer, was “sold” a 4 wheel version then reduced to 2. I would never buy a 2 wheel version. But beyond that it is heavy, hard to assemble, doesn’t fit much when collapsed. I wouldn’t give it any stars as it is basically useless. Will be loading it with clothes I want to donate and drop it off at a donation box. Unfortunately the lengthly and negative experience with Fugu has soured my interest in backing any Indigogo items and I’m sure there are many that do deliver what they promise.
I too was a backer, was “sold” a 4 wheel version then reduced to 2. I would never buy a 2 wheel version. But beyond that it is heavy, hard to assemble, doesn’t fit much when collapsed. I wouldn’t give it any stars as it is
Purchased two and can say that it is very awkward to use. As stated in other reviews it is difficult to pack. I would never trust it in the full expanded state. When it is collapsed, there is no central handle to be able to pick it up if it is locked. The one handle it does have is available if you don’t want to lock your case.
I was offered the option to purchase the new Rollux, and when I went to purchase one for each of the two I had, they wanted to have me buy the deluxe set which included another laptop bag, which I did not need. I just wanted the two bags. I doubt I will use it again. It is just too awkward to use.
Purchased two and can say that it is very awkward to use. As stated in other reviews it is difficult to pack. I would never trust it in the full expanded state. When it is collapsed, there is no central handle to be able to pick it up if it is locked
Can’t give a 1/2 star?
I agree with all the above. When it is closed as a ‘carry-on’ the collapsed walls take up space as well as the motor and there is not much left for your travel items. When expanded, how are things inside protected when baggage handlers give it a toss when the sides are soft? Waste of time and money. I won’t even use it. But hey…great makeup table.
Can’t give a 1/2 star?
I agree with all the above. When it is closed as a ‘carry-on’ the collapsed walls take up space as well as the motor and there is not much left for your travel items. When expanded, how are things inside prote