Aer Travel Kit 3 Review

A good toiletry kit should make getting ready on the road feel less like rummaging through a junk drawer and more like having your bathroom essentials right where you need them. The Aer Travel Kit 3 aims to do just that with a 2.5L capacity, thoughtfully arranged compartments, and a hanging design that keeps toiletries accessible. It retains the same capacity as the Travel Kit 2, but its updated triangular shape gives it a different look and makes it easier to pack alongside other Aer gear, particularly the Pro Kit. If you’re building out a matching travel setup, this little change could make a difference in how you organize your bag.

We appreciate that Aer hasn’t simply redesigned the Travel Kit 3 just for the sake of looking different. The updated structure helps it maintain its shape when hanging, while its interior layout separates smaller accessories from the bottles and brushes we reach for regularly. There are a few trade-offs, including the removal of a small rear pocket on the previous version. However, the overall design still feels practical for travelers who want their toiletries organized without having to carry an oversized kit. After looking at its exterior features and storage layout, we’re interested in how well these updates balance everyday convenience with efficient packing.

External Components

The Aer Travel Kit 3’s most noticeable change is its triangular profile, which resembles the Aer Pro Kit. This shape isn’t just for aesthetics. When packed together, the two kits can slot alongside each other more neatly, helping create a squared-off arrangement inside a larger bag. We appreciate when gear is designed to work together like this, especially when every bit of space counts in a travel backpack or carry-on.

Despite the change in shape, the Travel Kit 3 still offers 2.5 liters of storage, matching the capacity of the Travel Kit 2. That means you get a different packing shape without sacrificing the same amount of room. The updated construction also uses a stiffer panel that gives the kit more structure. Compared with the softer overall structure of the previous version, it holds its shape better when hanging instead of flopping around as we reach for our toiletries. Both versions use the same 1680D CORDURA® ballistic nylon shell, so we can only surmise that the stiffer feel comes from more minute changes in the shape, stitching, or the liner.

The hanging hook makes it easier to keep everything accessible in small bathrooms with limited counter space. The kit hangs at a slight angle, though it stays in place well enough for everyday use. The hook doesn’t swivel, but that’s not necessarily a dealbreaker for us. We can position the kit on a suitable hook and access its contents without needing to rotate the entire thing. When it’s time to pack up, the hook tucks into a small sleeve behind the back panel, keeping it from getting in the way.

There’s also a zippered pocket on the front exterior, which our tester used to stash smaller accessories such as bobby pins, hair ties, and other odds and ends. These items can otherwise get lost among larger toiletries, so having a dedicated spot makes sense. It’s especially useful for accessories we might want to grab without opening the main compartments.

One change we noticed is the removal of the small pocket on the back of the previous version. While it wasn’t the most functional pocket—you had to reach around the kit to access it while it was hanging—it still offered another place to tuck away a few small items. The Travel Kit 3 replaces it with a simple nylon grab loop, so you lose a little extra storage flexibility in exchange for the revised design.

Inside The Toiletry Kit

The Travel Kit 3 splits its interior into two main halves, with separate storage areas that help organize different toiletries. The upper half is designed—mostly—for smaller essentials, while the lower half provides the main pocket for larger items. This arrangement makes it easier to give everything a designated home instead of tossing toiletries together and hoping for the best.

In the upper half, a dedicated compartment provides room for makeup, makeup brushes, and other toiletries. Here sits the shelf for your travel-sized toiletry bottles. There’s also a long zippered pocket for slimmer tools and accessories, like razors, tweezers, and nail clippers. These items benefit from being kept separate from bottles and bulkier products, particularly when we’re packing sharp grooming tools alongside the rest of our essentials.

Two thick elastic loops sit at the front of this zippered pocket. They’re designed to hold toothbrushes, and the elastic feels thicker than the material used on the previous version. It’s a straightforward feature, but dedicated toothbrush storage helps keep them from getting mixed in with everything else. We also like that the loops are positioned where they’re easy to access rather than hidden behind another layer of gear.

The lower half contains the main dual-access pocket, which is useful for storing brushes and other larger items. Its standout feature is that it can be opened from either direction. When the kit is sitting in a bag, we can access it from the usual opening. When it’s hanging, we can unzip it from the bottom instead, effectively making that end the top of the compartment. This setup helps prevent items from falling out while getting ready, which is a welcome detail in cramped hotel bathrooms.

The dual-access design also makes the kit more flexible in different settings. Rather than taking it down every time we needed something, our tester left it hanging, accessing the contents from the direction that made the most sense. Combined with the stiffer construction, the layout helps the Travel Kit 3 feel more manageable when it’s suspended and open.

Overall, the interior is arranged around practical categories. Small hair accessories go in the exterior pocket, grooming tools fit in the long interior zippered pocket, toothbrushes sit in their elastic loops, and brushes and other larger items can go in the main compartment. Meanwhile, the upper compartment accommodates makeup and other toiletries. The 2.5L capacity isn’t larger than before, but the layout makes good use of the available space.