Carl Friedrik Reviews 

562
TrustScore 4 out of 5

4.0

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Considering 48 reviews, reviewers had a great experience with this company. Many customers consistently praise the exceptional customer service, highlighting the staff's helpfulness, professionalism, and prompt responses. Reviewers frequently mention the high quality and stylish design of the products, noting their durability and premium feel. The after-sales experience is often described as outstanding, with many appreciating the company's commitment to resolving issues and providing excellent support. However, some customers also noted issues with product quality, such as wheels wearing out quickly or cases cracking after minimal use. A few other people also felt that the product specifications were misleading, particularly regarding laptop compartments and airline compliance for carry-on luggage. Additionally, some reviewers experienced poor customer service, citing unresponsiveness, difficulty in resolving issues, and a lack of clear communication.

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Customer service

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Quality

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Hello – My fiancée bought me the "Carl Friedrik Hybrid Carry-On X" for my birthday. From a design standpoint, it’s a beautiful piece of luggage. It looks exactly like the photos and the overall bu... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I purchased the Carry-on march 2025 and after one year two wheels out of 4 were consumed and didn’t work properly. I asked the company for replacement wheels but due to high demand of the product they... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Highly recommend! The products are not only stylish and high-quality, but the customer support is truly outstanding. Paula — thank you so much for your wonderful service! Because of you, Carl Friedrik... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I've been a Carl Friedrik customer for a while now and the quality of the products speaks for itself — but what keeps me coming back is the customer service. I recently had a query handled by Jac... See more


Company details

  1. Bags and Luggage Store
  2. Leather Goods Manufacturer

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Carl Friedrik: Leather Briefcases, Wallets and Bags - Handmade in Italy with the finest Materials.


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4.0

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TrustScore 4 out of 5

562 reviews

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Impressive

Excellence at every turn. Well built and well detailed with impressive consideration in materials and design choices. Though a little concerned about price point when comparing alternatives prior to purchase, all concerns washed away upon receipt and use. I’m convinced I made the right choice and believe you will be too. Treat yourself to something truly special.

1 June 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent service and Quality Bags

One, the team at Carl have been very good at supporting me in getting my luggage on time, even when it was a tight deadline, thank you Jacob. Secondly, I recently got to test the suitcases and they excellent. They were able to handle the weight I needed and was easy to move around when transporting. The suitcases are also spacious when it comes to capacity and design, hence I didn't have to worry about the bag bulging due to the weight.

28 May 2024
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Lovely luggage with no quibble warranty

I had a small issue with the handle on my carry on case and the customer service received to resolve the issue was second to none. Paula quickly dealt with my query around warranty and sorted out a replacement for me straight away. Highly recommend this company based on their product and also their approach to customer service.

2 June 2024
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Handle at the top of the case got stuck…

Handle at the top of the case got stuck and would not retract after first use.
Poor quality.

30 May 2024
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Reply from Carl Friedrik

Hi Johnathan,

Thank you for your feedback. We are genuinely sorry to hear about your experience and want to assure you that we are already in touch to resolve this issue.

If you have not received our previous email, please check your spam or junk folder, or feel free to contact us directly at contact@carlfriedrik.com. We are here to help and ensure this is resolved to your satisfaction.

Thank you,
Team CF

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Carl Friedrik Carry-on X review

Just received my Carry-on X case and couldn't be happier. Quick delivery only 2 days after placing the order. Amazing quality and great looking in the grey/cognac colour combination. This case is seriously well made and worth every penny. Definitely an investment piece and comes with a lifetime warranty. I really like the locking closure system which feels very secure and makes a nice change from the usual zip closings you find on other cases. Plenty of room inside for a few days trip and the hardshell front pocket is ideal for my laptop and travel docs. All in all a very stylish piece and I can't wait to use it.

21 May 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Super responsive

Super responsive, helpful communications and actions taken immediate in response to requests. Some of the best customer service I’ve received!

20 May 2024
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Terrible company. Take your money somewhere else.

I placed an order for a bag and two suitcases on April 6 for a trip on the 22nd. Website said the items would be received by April 18. I figure that’s more than enough time. NOPE. I only got the bag. The suitcases are still in transit and tracking shows delivery on the day I’m supposed to leave. I later find out that they didn’t even ship the stuff at the same time, and one of the pieces wouldn’t arrive until the 29th.

I emailed them to say cancel the order because it won’t arrive on time and I’ll be out of the country for over a month. Did they do that? Not at all. They sent me some useless email about the delivery dates (despite me saying I’d be out of the country by then) and did nothing to cancel or return the packages. I could not return to sender using UPS myself, as I am in a remote part of Africa with sporadic access to internet.

I messaged them repeatedly to say that the packages were sitting on my porch and that I was worried they might be stolen. Did they arrange pickup and return? No again. What they DID do was stop responding to my attempts to get the situation rectified.

I got sick of their sh** and filed a report with my credit card company. Avoid this company. They are unreliable, and from the products of theirs I’ve seen, nothing they make is worth this much trouble. I own Rimowa products. They’re more expensive, but the customer service and quality is far better.

6 April 2024
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Reply from Carl Friedrik

Hi Jonathan,

We are deeply sorry to hear about your recent experience. Your feedback is incredibly valuable to us, and we want to assure you that we take your concerns very seriously.

We strive to provide exceptional products and customer service, and it is clear that we have fallen short of that standard in your case. I apologize for any frustration and inconvenience this has caused you.

Please know that we have already reached out to you directly to address and resolve the issues you encountered. Our team is dedicated to making this right and ensuring you have a positive experience with us moving forward.

Thank you for bringing this to our attention, and please do not hesitate to contact us directly if you have any further questions or concerns.

Sincerely,
Team CF

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The quality and feel of the leather is…

The quality and feel of the leather is great and this collaboration was genius. I researched these type of wallets and Secrid was on the top of the list but they had very little esthetic. That was the only thing holding me back and this fixed it.

2 May 2024
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Rated 3 out of 5 stars

Elegant but not so durable

Although the carry on is pleasing to the eye , practically it does not appear to be durable or robust enough. Quite wobbly when moving it around. Also the divider in the middle moves around a lot and finds it difficult to hold down the content of the carry on.

25 April 2024
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Reply from Carl Friedrik

Hi KH,

We are sorry to hear that you are not satisfied with your recent order. We would love the opportunity to make things right.

Please get in touch with our customer service team - we are committed to resolving this issue to your satisfaction and ensuring you have a positive experience with us.

Thank you for bringing this to our attention, and we look forward to hearing from you soon.

All the best,
Team CF

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I love this wallet

The shopping experience was great on their site. I ordered directly. I loved the shipping time. Got it QUICK! And that wallet is my favorite item so far. Great quality!!! Looking into buying luggage next.

24 April 2024
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Leather got damaged and corner of my…

Leather got damaged and corner of my card also got damaged.

30 April 2024
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Reply from Carl Friedrik

Hi Anuraj,

Thank you for your feedback. We're sorry to hear about the issues with your purchase.

We are already in touch with you to resolve this matter. If you haven't received our communication or if the issue remains unresolved, please let us know at your earliest convenience.

We look forward to putting this right.

All our best,
Team CF

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great customer service!

I have had my carry on for almost 2 years, it has been on many flights and train journeys on several continents and has held up fine..... until last weekend when on an Air France flight one of the wheels was smashed off and the corner dented. I contacted Carl Friedrik on a Sunday, and they replied the same day offering a free wheel (all I had to pay was the postage), 3 days later I had the wheel in my hand and my suitcase was whole again, I am very happy!!

14 April 2024
Unprompted review

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