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Before you can shop for a cooler, you need to decide whether you want a cooler or a cooler bag.
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With the official start of summer fast approaching, many people are gearing up to spend as much time as possible outdoors, whether that’s by picnicking, camping or going to the beach. And in addition to sunscreen and a beach towel, one thing you might want to bring with you on your outdoor excursions is a cooler. With a cooler, you can keep your food and drinks chilled for the duration of your outing — certain coolers can also double as tables or chairs, depending on how much weight they can hold. To help you figure out the best cooler for your needs, we spoke to experts about the most common types on the market — hard-sided coolers, soft-sided coolers and cooler bags — and detailed the benefits and drawbacks of each. Based on their guidance, we also rounded up some highly rated picks from popular brands like YETI and Igloo and from retailers like Amazon and Walmart.
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How to shop for a cooler.
There are many different coolers on the market today, and they differ not just in size and price, but also in the material they’re made out of and in their ability to keep drinks cold. Below, we highlighted some of the most important things to consider when shopping for a cooler or insulated cooler bag.
Coolers vs. cooler bags.
Before you can shop for a cooler, you need to decide whether you want a cooler or a cooler bag.
Cooler bags and cooler backpacks “are great if you want something more portable” since they are typically lighter and easier to carry, according to Devan Cameron, chef and owner of food-focused website Braised & Deglazed. “Cooler bags may be better suited for walking trips and picnics.” Coolers are typically larger than cooler bags, but they “will work better than cooler bags because they have more insulation,” Cameron explained. “If you’re planning a trip in the car, a hard cooler may be the best choice.”
What is the cooler made of?
Most coolers can either be categorized as soft-sided coolers or hard-sided coolers. “Generally speaking, soft-sided coolers are designed for portability and ease of storage, while their hard-sided counterparts are designed for durability, capacity and better overall ice retention,” explained John Junke, a moderator of REI’s digital community Conversations. It’s typically easy to differentiate between a soft-sided cooler and a hard-sided cooler: While a soft-sided cooler is often made of fabrics like nylon, polyester and vinyl, a hard-sided cooler is made of plastic.
Soft-sided coolers.
Since soft-sided coolers aren’t made of rigid plastic, they are much lighter and therefore easier to bring to the beach or park. For the most part, a soft-sided cooler weighs only as much as what is inside of it. Because of this, they are also “easy to stash on a shelf in the garage,” Junke noted. Though every cooler is different, he added that soft-sided coolers are smaller and have “less ice retention” — but they are also comparatively more affordable. “If you are looking for a durable cooler that is lightweight and easily portable and don't need your ice to last more than 24 hours, then a soft-sided cooler is your best bet,” said Dylan Jacob, founder and CEO of BruMate.
Hard-sided coolers.
Hard-sided coolers are typically larger, more invincible and “insulate food better” than soft-sided coolers, according to Cameron. Plus, Junke added that “you can use them as a seat or table.” Many of them are constructed via the rotational molding (or rotomold) process, which is a high-temperature, low-pressure molding process that produces “consistent wall thickness and strong outside corners” for increased durability, according to notable cooler brand YETI. “It creates advantages for coolers (and other products, like kayaks) because it allows for the even distribution of plastic in all areas of the cooler, particularly in areas prone to weakness, like corners or edges,” Junke said.
However, cheaper hard-sided coolers “are generally made with injection molding,” so they don’t keep items cold for as long, explained Jacob. “If you are looking for a cooler that will last a lifetime, go anywhere you go, and hold ice for days on end then you would want a rotomolded cooler, ” he added. A high-quality hard-sided cooler can cost as much as $300 or $400, depending on the brand and model.
Products.
Coleman 36-Hour 42-Can Marine Soft-Sided Cooler - Forward product information.
Description.
This deluxe Coleman cooler is perfect for boating or weekend events! Made of water-resistant polyester, this cooler can hold up to 42 cans of your favorite beverages. An antimicrobial, heat-sealed liner resists odor, mold, mildew, and fungus. It features a generous zippered main compartment, with a top hatch for easy access, as well as zippered side pockets and mesh compartments for extra storage. This cooler keeps things ice cold for 36 hours, with outside temperatures up to 90 degrees.
Product Details.
Features: 36 Hour Ice Retention Up To 90° F Zippered Side Pockets, Front And Side Mesh Pockets For Added Storage Zippered Main Compartment With A Top Hatch For Easy Access.
Standard Production Time:
7 - 10 business days Production times are returning to normal, but if you have a specific event date, please reach out to your Program Manager to confirm it can be met.
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