From hard coolers with wheels to soft coolers, we've tested a whole variety of options. Here is a shortlist of the best ones for your day trips. Our Experts Written by Steve Conaway, Ry Crist Karen Freeman Our expert, award-winning staff selects the products we cover and rigorously ...
Discover the best soft-sided coolers with our comprehensive review. We tested to compare top models for durability, insulation and portability.
There’s a reason Yeti hard-sided coolers sparked enough love to build an entire brand upon: they work. They stay colder for longer than other hard-sided coolers and they’re as durable as can be. It’s hard to argue with their sleek form and a palette of colors that changes annually...
Traditional hard-sided coolers lead the charge in ice retention and durability, but for those who don’t need a week’s worth of cold food and drinks, a soft-sided cooler can be a viable alternative. Compared to hard models, soft coolers are considerably lighter, easier to carry, and ofte...
Hard paddle board coolers are waterproof since most of them are made of plastic. Some bags are also waterproof but others are water-resistant. With a water-resistant bag, you might have a problem if it is submerged. So you should get a waterproof pouch for any valuables you intend to put...
Leak tests:We tipped the coolers on their sides at various angles to see if they leaked. Food & Wine / Arnesia Young What to Look For Cooler Style When it comes to coolers, you have every style imaginable, from hard-sided, to soft-sided, to tote style and evenfloating coolers. Dependi...
Some of the best coolers out there can be on the pricey side, but Igloo proves you don’t need to break the bank to get one. This 25-quart cooler boasts heavy duty blow-molded construction and a reinforced base, which means the BMX 25 can take a little abuse; the rust-resistant, st...
These soft-sided cooler bags and backpacks—from OtterBox, Coleman, and more—are light and not nearly as awkward to carry as hard coolers.
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We tested 23 of the best hard, soft, wheeled, rotomolded and injection-molded coolers, and found four we consider the absolute best for most people.