this unit be a little big for a small travel suitcase where space be extremely limit . I like the little westclox better for about the same amount of money -lrb- I buy both , but I be not use this one at all -rrb- . hey , it work , and it last -lrb- both unit -rrb- . in a day where quality be in short supply , I guess this be a good investment since it be also relatively cheap as well as pragmatic . enjoy !