The 8 Best Coolers of 2024 | Tested & Rated - GearLab
WEBMay 30, 2024 · The Best Coolers for 2024. We've tested over 40 coolers since 2016 in search of the best, most well-insulated models. For this review, we purchased 19 of the best coolers available today. We started in the lab with rigorous insulation testing and continued assessments through a wide range of real-world uses.
The 9 Best Soft Coolers of 2024 | Tested & Rated - GearLab
WEBMay 2, 2024 · The most durable coolers we tested are the Yeti Hopper M20, followed by the Yeti Flip and the RTIC Soft Pack. These models feature incredibly tough, wear-resistant outer fabric, durable components, sturdy zippers, reinforced stitching, and a design made to be used and abused.
The 4 Best Powered Coolers of 2024 | Tested - GearLab
WEBMay 22, 2024 · Some of the powered coolers in this review. The bottom row is all compressor models, from left to right: Dometic, ARB, Costway, and Whynter. The top row is all thermoelectric units, from left to right: Koolatron, Knox (previously tested), and Igloo. Credit: Maggie Brandenburg.
The Ultimate Camping Gear Checklist for 2024 | Tested
WEB5 days ago · In this category, we are talking about the best-of-the-best, old-school coolers, good for the campground, back of the truck, or park barbeque. They can be hoisted up with ease, function as seats, and will most likely keep ice for a few days. But this doesn't mean the best coolers for camping are all the same. They aren't.
How to Choose a Cooler - GearLab
WEBOct 9, 2023 · Pack a 2:1 ice to food ratio: Fill the chest ⅔ full with ice to make it last, especially if you're using regular ice cubes. You can use a less extreme ratio with some of those ice replacements — another reason to invest in …
The 3 Best Camping Stoves of 2024 | Tested - GearLab
WEBApr 9, 2024 · The models that performed the best in the simmering category are the Everest 2x, the Stansport 3-Burner, and the Jetboil Genesis Basecamp. These stoves had better simmer control than some gas ranges in home kitchens. Even if you don't plan to cook fancy detail-oriented meals, simmering is a crucial metric to consider.
How to Choose a Powered Cooler - GearLab
WEBDec 16, 2021 · Internal Capacity. When it comes to powered coolers, size makes a big difference. The larger the inside of the cooler, the more work (read: energy) it will take to keep contents cool. That being said, 12V compressors are fairly energy-efficient, and coolers using this mechanism generally range from 35-90 liters.
ORCA 58 Quart Review | Tested & Rated - GearLab
WEBOct 9, 2023 · Our Verdict. The Orca 58 was one of the best coolers in our insulation testing and boasts some seriously impressive cooling capabilities. Rotomolded construction and an airtight seal help earn this cooler an IGBC certification. The tall, thin design helps it stand out among the coolers we tested, though we think it also makes this cooler a ...
RTIC 65 Review | Tested & Rated - GearLab
WEBOct 9, 2023 · Ranking pretty high in our overall testing, the RTIC 65 brings a lot to the table. Though it's only about average in our insulation tests, its rugged and robust design and ease of use help even the scale. Like so many coolers, the RTIC touts a familiar design with impressive functionality that makes it both durable and incredibly useful.
The 7 Best Portable Grills of 2024 | Tested - GearLab
WEBMar 20, 2024 · How We Tested. The 7 Best Portable Grills of 2024. We tested portable grills from Weber, Coleman, Camp Chef, Char-Broil, Cuisinart, and more to find the very best Camp Chef, Weber, Cuisinart, and more to find the best products. For this update, we purchased seven new models. Pictured here are the new propane and pellet models.