Look 328 rolling case or pink Case 40: folding trays and transport compared
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Both cases offer fold-out trays. Choose primarily by how the equipment travels and how readily you can access it once you reach the client. The black Look 328 combines a soft textile exterior with zipped pockets, wheels and a telescopic pull handle. Two shallow rigid trays swing sideways on articulated metal arms above a divided central opening. The pink Case 40 is a compact case carried by its handle, with outward-opening trays, a lower compartment and a keyed closure. Your route, load and available worktop are more meaningful than a comparison of the two closed silhouettes.
The exact Look is SKU 148521, EAN 5906717459160. Manufacturer photo 12 shows two rigid trays on hinged arms and a divided opening; photo 04 the textile pockets and wheeled bag; photo 08 a foam tool holder, not a drawer. Pink Case 40 is SKU 151889, EAN 5906717463433. Its own diagram specifies a closed case of 31 × 21 × 27 cm and trays measuring 18 × 13 × 3.5 cm. Do not substitute measurements from a silver SC40. The manufacturer also titles Look as 1328 while using 328 within its body; the exact code resolves that naming difference.
In brief, explore Look if you regularly roll a kit through corridors, need external zipped pockets and want an open central storage area with trays above. Explore Case 40 when you usually carry a smaller selection from vehicle to a suitable table. Both require space on either side for the tray arms to open. A promotional photo with tools inside cannot verify the fit of your own equipment. Check the usable compartment measurements and the complete carrying weight. Neither product supplies a separate treatment table.
1. Both cases use fold-out trays
The tray mechanisms share a basic movement: smaller shallow platforms swing sideways as the case opens. On Look 148521, two rigid platforms sit on folding metal linkages above an opening with dividers. They are not drawers that slide in and out on runners. This matters when planning a station because the hinge travel, reach from above and the clearance at both sides control whether you can work comfortably. Examine the opened arrangement rather than treating the manufacturer’s loose use of “drawers” as a mechanical specification.
Case 40 likewise moves its trays out of the way to reveal a lower compartment. The practical distinction lies around those trays. Look includes soft external pockets, a telescopic pulling handle and wheels; Case 40 is a compact handled case with a keyed fastening. Both need a stable separate surface with room to open the sides. An opened tray is an organiser, not proof that it can support a hot device or serve as a treatment surface. Choose according to your sequence of access and the furniture available at the destination.
2. Compare the exact product versions
The black Look 328 currently offered under code 148521 appears as Look 1328 in the manufacturer’s title while the product description says 328; the EAN identifies the same variant. Its actual gallery shows a soft textile outer bag with zipped pockets, wheels and telescopic handle. Inside are two shallow rigid trays that move on articulated metal arms and a divided central storage opening. The cut-out foam holder shown in a separate picture is for tools, not a drawer. The text describing pull-out drawers conflicts with these specific photos, so this comparison follows the visible construction.
The pink Case 40 has code 151889 and is also named SC40 by its maker. It has a carrying handle, fold-out trays, a lower storage compartment and a key closure. The pink version’s own drawing gives overall dimensions of 31 × 21 × 27 cm and shallow trays of 18 × 13 × 3.5 cm. Those values are not borrowed from another colour. We are therefore comparing two folding-tray organisers with different carrying systems and surrounding storage, not two different kinds of drawer mechanisms.
| Feature | Look 328 black | Case 40 pink |
|---|---|---|
| Transport | Wheels and telescopic handle | Carrying handle |
| Small items | Two rigid folding trays | Folding trays |
| Other spaces | Zipped textile pockets and divided central opening | Lower compartment |
| Closure | Several fasteners; verify type | Keyed closure |
| When open | Room for trays and outside pockets | Room for trays and lower storage |
3. Accessing your kit on arrival
On arrival, park Look in a sensible place before reaching for tools. Position its wheels and telescopic handle out of the immediate work zone. Open the fasteners and let the two tray arms swing sideways without hitting a wall, chair or power cable. Then you can reach small accessories on the trays, larger items in the divided opening and suitable flexible objects in the outer zip pockets. Consider which side you will stand on: a pocket that faces the wall may be inaccessible even though the case itself fits.
Place the closed Case 40 on a suitable stable tabletop, open the keyed closure and unfold its small trays gently to the sides. Keep hinge arms clear of loose items, and avoid positioning unsupported side trays over the edge. Only use the lower compartment for objects that actually fit and are suitable to carry in this way. Keep the key somewhere recognisable after opening. Its lock closes the case; it is not evidence of certified theft protection. Plan access to the lower compartment before spreading equipment across the tabletop.
Do not place either case on the client’s seat or a flimsy side table. Both need a separate work surface suitable for the open case and its contents. Provide lateral room for the folding linkages, not just the footprint of a closed box. Look also needs usable access to the external textile pockets, while Case 40 needs access to its lower compartment. Neither wheels nor a carrying handle turn a case into a freestanding professional workstation. Plan a clear client route independently.
4. Small tools, bottles and equipment
Organise small accessories by how they are reached, not by decorative appearance. For Look, use the two rigid trays for frequently used small things, the divided middle for other groups and outer pockets for suitable lightweight items. For Case 40, compare the dimensions of your smaller items with the shallow trays and reserve the lower space for items that genuinely fit. Protect points and blades in their appropriate sleeves. Neither hinges nor a lock provide sterile storage or chemical protection on their own.
Look’s main opening has visible dividers, and one gallery image shows a foam insert cut for particular tool shapes. That may organise certain tools, but it does not demonstrate fit for every brush, bottle or instrument. Measure your own set including protective covers and check whether the tray position leaves room to remove larger objects. Keep liquids properly closed in their original containers and add suitable secondary protection where needed. A zipped textile pocket is not automatically leakproof or compatible with every salon product.
For Case 40, the bottom compartment is relevant when an object is too large for a narrow tray. The manufacturer mentions a nail drill as an example; this is not a universal compatibility statement for every drill controller, power adapter or handpiece. Measure the whole set, including cables, protective case and enough room not to crush connections. If the equipment exceeds the useful internal height, an attractive tray arrangement will not make this the right case for that combination.
5. Dimensions and space when opened
A case that fits in a car boot or storage cupboard can still be awkward to open on a client’s table. Both products expand sideways as their trays unfold. Consider the total open width, clearance for the metal arms and reach into the lower storage. On Look include access to its zips, wheels and pull handle in your practical layout; on Case 40 check the lower compartment when the trays are deployed. You need a separate safe position for the products you remove. Closed outside dimensions alone do not settle the question.
The exact pink Case 40 diagram for SKU 151889 shows 31 × 21 × 27 cm for the case and 18 × 13 × 3.5 cm for the shallow trays. The tray measurements are not the usable lower compartment dimensions or the total width when opened. For Look 148521, the nominal manufacturer drawing gives 36 × 36 cm outside dimensions, 60 cm height including wheels and 104.5 cm total height with the telescopic handle extended. These are not usable internal dimensions or the open operating envelope. Compare them with your transport route and vehicle.
Before buying, answer four questions with your own kit: will your longest item fit where intended, will the closed case travel along your route, will both sides unfold on the actual worktop and can you retrieve every item without moving the case around? Include power adapters, cables and protective sleeves in equipment measurements. The fact that a nail drill appears in marketing examples does not prove compatibility. Refer to each exact product image and ask for any missing compartment measurement by SKU.
6. Rolling, carrying and closing
Wheels and a telescopic pull handle may make Look convenient along corridors or between rooms. Thresholds, narrow entrances and stairs may still require lifting. Consider the weight of the complete kit, not just the empty case. Soft outside zipped pockets offer additional storage for suitable items, but their zips have to remain accessible at the destination. Wheel attachment and handle condition deserve checks before departure. A listed product weight does not establish a maximum permitted payload.
Case 40 is carried by its handle. This can be practical for a short transfer from car to a stable table, although comfort depends on the total weight including contents, distance, route and the person carrying it. The manufacturer identifies a product weight; that is not the same thing as the permissible weight of supplies inside. Keep these values distinct. A lock may restrict access but does not stop fragile bottles from knocking together during a rough journey.
At the destination, test that fasteners and both folding sides operate without tilting the whole case. Case 40 has a key closure; this is not evidence of certified theft protection. Look has described fasteners, but an identical lock cannot simply be presumed. Its zipped pockets can separate suitable accessories, while fragile or leak-prone objects need their own protection. Wheels do not establish a safe load rating. Return everything to its place and fully close the trays before rolling or carrying the case.
7. Hinges, pockets and care
On Look, the moving points to inspect include the metal articulated arms of both trays, the pull handle, wheels, zips and fasteners. Also check the textile pockets at seams and zip edges for wear. On Case 40 inspect its tray hinges, carrying handle, key closure and compact case edges. No verified comparative wear test establishes that either version lasts longer. More transport features do not establish greater strength or capacity, so judge their condition on the actual item.
Before departure, make sure the trays close without trapping contents against a hinge. Confirm that the outer fasteners work normally. For Look check the telescopic handle, wheels and zips as well as the tray arms; for Case 40 check its handle, hinge arms and key. Do not force stuck parts. Clean the textile and hard surfaces according to material-specific instructions, rather than assuming a generic “durable” description proves waterproofing or chemical resistance. Let wet items dry as their own instructions require.
8. Three mobile working examples
Mobile makeup professional with numerous accessories: Look can be useful when you alternate between small items on two folding trays, larger groups in a divided central compartment and suitable products in zipped textile pockets. Its wheeled transport suits longer internal journeys. Before deciding, open the whole case on the table actually available and see whether every external pocket remains accessible. If you have to repeatedly turn the case to reach tools, revise the packing arrangement.
Nail professional carrying a limited kit and one compact device: with Case 40, smaller tools can be displayed on the open trays, while a larger device might fit in the lower section. “Might” matters: measure the actual unit with adapter and cables and confirm that its own manufacturer permits the proposed transport. The case does not turn a device into a complete ready-to-use station; a suitable separate table remains necessary. If the base compartment is too low, the convenience of the upper trays is not sufficient reason to buy the case.
Professional moving between a fixed salon and external appointments: Look may suit regular room-to-room travel, while the smaller Case 40 may work for a deliberately limited carried kit. Both still rely on folding trays rather than separate drawer systems. Evaluate the full weight, stairs or thresholds, the tabletop available when open and the order in which you repack items. Two different cases are worth considering only if they solve distinct carrying or storage tasks, not merely to duplicate a kit.
9. Make the choice before ordering
Prepare a trial layout using your longest tool, tallest bottle, widest palette and any compact device with its charger or cover. Compare them with the trays, divided opening and lower compartment you intend to use. Keep case weight, loaded weight and any stated load limit separate. Decide where the open sides will stand and whether everything can be folded closed without pressing on contents. Ask about a missing usable inside measurement rather than relying on a generic adjective such as spacious.
Review the current Look 328 rolling case and Case 40 pink carry case, then consult the hairdressing case collection to put both access systems in context. If you need an exact internal dimension or information about a mechanical part, give the product code when enquiring through Prohaar contact page. Before ordering, check the current version and delivery options for the actual address. The language of this guide is not a promise that delivery is offered to every country where that language is spoken.
Frequently asked questions
Does Look 328 have sliding drawers on runners?
Not in the configuration shown for SKU 148521. Manufacturer image 12 shows two shallow rigid trays swinging outward on articulated metal arms above a divided central opening. The maker and shop use the word drawers, but that wording does not accurately describe this mechanism.
Do both current models have folding trays?
Yes. Both exact versions unfold their small trays sideways. Look adds zipped textile pockets, wheels and a telescopic handle; Case 40 adds a carrying handle and a lower compartment with a keyed closure.
What are the measurements of pink Case 40?
The diagram for the exact pink SKU 151889 gives 31 × 21 × 27 cm for the case and 18 × 13 × 3.5 cm for its shallow trays. These are not measurements of the full open width; do not copy the diagram of the silver SC40.
Will every nail drill fit in Case 40?
No universal fit is demonstrated. A nail drill is an example in the manufacturer description, but you must measure your specific device, power supply, leads and any protective casing.
Is Look also a soft bag on wheels?
Yes. Image 04 of SKU 148521 shows a soft textile bag with zipped pockets, wheels and a telescopic pull handle. Inside are also two rigid hinged trays.
Can either case replace a treatment table?
No. These products carry and organise equipment; an independently suitable, stable worktop is still required, especially with the trays fully opened.
What should I check before each trip?
Check tray hinge arms, fasteners and handles, and for Look also its wheels, telescopic handle, zips and textile seams. Close both trays before lifting or moving either case.
Buying decision: choose Look 328 when wheels, a telescopic handle, zipped textile pockets and two folding trays match your transport and access needs. Choose the pink Case 40 for a compact handled case with folding trays and lower storage. Review the actual version and availability on both Prohaar product pages, then verify the usable internal measurements, open space and delivery conditions for your address.
Construction sources: Look 328/1328 manufacturer · pink SC40 manufacturer.
Prohaar editorial team — product details and sources checked on 14 October 2026.