The 8 Best Coolers of 2024 | Tested & Rated - GearLab
WEBMay 30, 2024 · This cooler has a more approachable price tag, but durability is a concern: This cooler is more susceptible to wear and tear, but it comes at a much lower price point: This lightweight cooler will keep your wallet happy but is prone to leaks and poor insulation performance: Rating Categories: Yeti Roadie 48: ORCA 58 Quart: Yeti Roadie 60: RovR ...
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.
Engel 65 Review | Tested & Rated - GearLab
WEBOct 9, 2023 · The Engel 65 is a solid performer that frequently costs less than much of the competition. Though not a knock-out in any single category, this model offers good insulation, excellent durability, and some built-in bottle openers, making it a worthy contender amid a tough crowd. Its latches are slightly different than …
RovR RollR 60 Review | Tested & Rated - GearLab
WEBTop-notch insulation in a long-lasting, compact design that will last for years to come. A pricey option that does well overall, especially when considering how portable it is. With reliable performance, this cooler is a great shape, easy to use, and a good value. Rating Categories. RovR RollR 60. Yeti Roadie 48.
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.
Igloo BMX 25 Review | Tested & Rated - GearLab
WEBCompared to the rest of the gigantic coolers in this review, the BMX 25 is featherweight. Even up against similarly-sized coolers, the BMX 25 is still pretty lightweight and portable. Fully loaded with twenty 12 oz. cans and as much ice as we could fit, the Igloo's large handle helps make this cooler reasonably easy to transport.
RTIC Backpack 30 Review | Tested & Rated - GearLab
WEBSep 22, 2023 · Ready for just about any adventure ahead, the RTIC Backpack 30 is large, durable, and comfortable to carry. The weight is evenly distributed thanks to its thick shoulder and waist straps. Meanwhile, its large capacity can hold enough for the whole family, including various-sized containers and bottles. …
YETI Hopper M30 Review | Tested & Rated - GearLab
WEBMar 11, 2023 · The M30, with its signature closed-cell foam, maintained 40°F or lower temperatures for an impressive 78 hours of our torture testing, proving itself to be one of the best in the biz. The performance of large models (over 20L) in our insulation testing. Credit: Maggie Brandenburg.
IceMule Pro Review | Tested & Rated - GearLab
WEBNov 15, 2019 · Even among the numerous backpack models we tested, the IceMule shines brightly. This drybag-style cooler has the longest torso of all the backpack models we tested. Combined with that air insulation and a more flexible shape, the IceMule Pro is quite rounded and more forgiving to carry up that summit. While …