Yeti Tundra HaulDurable. Multi-day ice melt time. Wheeled and handled.Heavy.82 cans or 64 pounds of ice (55 quarts)37 pounds18.63" D x 28.25" W x 19.5" H5 (plus more limited-edition)RotomoldedWheels, handle, drain plug, tie-down slots, replaceable parts. Bear-resistant (and bear-proof with the right locks)5 yearsTBDTBD
RTIC Ultra-Tough CoolerTrue-to-size capacity. Padded handles.Heavy.60 cans (45 quarts)30 pounds18.19" D x 26.35" W x 15.75" H6RotomoldedHandles, latches, drain plug, bottle opener5 yearsTBDTBD
Igloo Wheelie CoolerInexpensive. Wheeled and handled.Handle can break. No drain plug.53 cans (38 quarts)9 pounds22.75" L x 12.88" W x 15.88" H2Injection moldedWheels, handle1 year16 hours24 hours
Ninja FrostVault Wheeled CoolerDrawer for dry storage. Locking lid. Wheeled and handled.Irksome drain plug. Short handle.30, 45, or 60 quarts.30 pounds28.58" L x 17.36" W x 18.89" H4 (plus more limited-edition)Injection moldedDry drawer, locking handle, wheels, drain plug5 years70 hours75 hours
Oyster Tempo CoolerUses low (or no!) ice. Lightweight. Recyclable.Pricey.36 cans (23 liters)12 pounds20.1" W x 11.8" D x 12.6" H1N/ACarrying strap, handle, replaceable partsLimited lifetime warrantyTBDTBD
Igloo Party Bar CoolerLooks great. Massive capacity. Easy to clean and wheel around.Below average ice retention.125 quarts/158 cans34 pounds39.1" L x 21.8" W x 26.9" H4InjectionDividers, removable base, bottle opener and catch bin, locking wheels, side handles.1 year12 hours14 hours
Engle MT17 Fridge-FreezerWorks well. Durable. Helpful customer service.Overkill for most people.16 quarts39 pounds21.2" L x 12" W x 14.2" H1N/AElectricity! Quiet. Efficient. Can be a fridge or freezer.3 yearsTBDTBD
Dometic Recon CoolersStackable and packable. Top can be opened from either side (or taken off).Soft-sided coolers arrived wrinkled. Piecing the handles of the soft-sided coolers back together requires patience.Medium softside: 17L. Large softside: 21L. Medium hardside: 41L. Large hardside: 69LMedium softside: 13 lbs. Large softside: 13 lbs. Medium hardside: 25 lbs. Large hardside: 33 lbs.Medium softside:15" D x 13" H x 12" W Large softside: 15" D x 16" H x 12" W Medium hardside: 17" D x 18" H x 22" W Large hardside: 16" D x 18" H x 33" W2 (hard-sided); 2 (soft-sided)Injection-moldedSoft-sided: magnetic break-apart handles, Moll-E loops, carry straps. Hard-sided: Drain plug, nonskid top, divider/cutting board.2 yearsSoft-sided: 64 hours. Hard-sided: 88 hoursSoft-sided: 76 hours. Hard-sided: 94 hours
Dometic CFX5 55IM Electric CoolerEfficient and powered. Built-in ice maker. Companion app.App isn't the best. Ice maker takes up valuable real estate.55 liters44.5 pounds17.91" D x 18.90" H x 28.35" W1N/ABuilt-in ice maker. Bluetooth app. AC or DC power (or external batteries). Internal ice maker. Battery protection system. Removable lid. Built-in bottle opener. Removable, included dividers. Built-in light.5 years85 hours (unpowered)90 hours (unpowered)
Igloo KoolTunes Bluetooth Boombox CoolerSo cute. Built-in speakers.Opening could be easier. Sound quality isn't great. Some connection issues.14 quarts5 pounds14.57" L x 10.91" W x 13.9" H5Injection-moldedBuilt-in speakers! Can sync up with other KoolSync coolers. Tent-top opening can swivel to either side.90 days (electronic components). One year (cooler components).32 hours36 hours
Igloo Retro Picnic Basket CoolerEasy to carry. Absolutely adorable.No drain plug.25 quarts5.5 pounds19.79" L x 12.88" W x 13.12" H5Injection-moldedClasping handles.1 year36 hours45 hours
Dometic Unrestricted Backpack CoolerLight enough to use as a normal backpack. Lots of pockets, and has a laptop sleeve. Sturdy, tear-proof exterior.Not comfortable enough for day-long hikes. Cooling capacity not outstanding.34 cans3.4 pounds13” D X 21” H X 7” W1N/ALeakproof seam welded 420D TPU and food safe cooler lining, four side cinch straps with aluminum G hook attachments2 years< 12 hoursN/A
RovR KeepR Caddy with Ice BucketStylish, quality construction. Usable ice for 36 hours. Bottles stay cool despite open-top design.For the price, would have liked a scoop or tongs. Top of ice bucket looks and feels cheap. Have to take the ice bucket out to get the lid off.6 bottles of spirits, 3 lbs. of ice4 pounds14” X 9.5” X 12”3 (Powder, Charcoal, Coral)N/APadded shoulder strap5 years body, 1 year other componentsN/A36 hours
