The 11 Best Coolers of 2024 | Tested & Rated - GearLab
Nov 1, 2024 · There's something agreeable about an ice box that's not only well-designed and durably built but also clearly shows attention to detail at every turn. The Orca 58 and 40 are those coolers. Many competitors have visible screws holding on the latches or hinges, rope ends and knots visible, or even tiny plastic ridges left over on edges from the ...
3 Best Powered Coolers of 2024 | Tested & Rated - GearLab
Nov 4, 2024 · Still, if a full-on compressor-powered cooler is more than you need, this small thermoelectric box does a pretty great job maintaining the temperature of its contents, cold or hot. If you prefer a more durable and quieter unit, check out the Dometic CFX3 45. Read more: Koolatron Portable 45 review
Flip-Box Collapsible Iceless Review | Tested & Rated - GearLab
To stow the cold contents of a “normal” trip to the grocery store, the Flip-Box seems to be just the right size. Because of the flat shape, a little game of "tetris may be in order to arrange the milk and eggs and ice cream. Used to transport hot dishes, the …
The 9 Best Soft Coolers of 2024 | Tested & Rated - GearLab
Nov 4, 2024 · Maggie is the GearLab cooler guru and has been testing coolers and other gear since 2017, personally having tested over 60 different coolers, from traditional ice boxes to the latest and best powered coolers. Genaveve balances her time between full-time gear testing and exploring the great outdoors through the means of adventure sports.
Igloo BMX 25 Review | Tested & Rated - GearLab
Nov 1, 2024 · The inside of this cooler is also decently spacious for its size and can fit 34 cans if you only add a little bit of ice around the sides, and easily accommodates an upright standard-sized wine bottle. The Igloo also has tie-down holes in all four corners that will keep this little box securely fastened and closed until you untie it again.
RTIC Ultralight 52 Review | Tested & Rated - GearLab
Apr 24, 2024 · This and the freezer-style gasket lid help keep cool air in and hot air out. Additionally, the raised feet keep the bottom of the cooler from resting on hot surfaces. This allows for airflow underneath and cuts down on unnecessary heat exchange. For being so light, 21.6 lbs to be exact, this 50-quart cooler had an impressive insulation performance.
How to Choose a Cooler - GearLab
Oct 9, 2023 · With less surface area to melt, these will last significantly longer than ice cubes. One or two of these in the center of the box with regular ice cubes piled around everything else will help your food stay colder longer. 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 ...
RovR RollR 60 Review | Tested & Rated - GearLab
The lower and taller of the two sections also comes with a dual-chambered, removable dry box for goods you'd like to be cold but would rather not get wet, or to keep clean ice for drinks separate from the rest of the cooler contents. Handily, this dry box also hand-screws into place when in use, preventing it from rattling around annoyingly in ...
Igloo Iceless 28 Review | Tested & Rated - GearLab
Nov 11, 2013 · The best value-added function of this cooler is the fact that you'll spend far less on ice. If you travel by car a great deal, and can keep this baby plugged in, you'll virtually never need to buy ice again. At $2-3 a bag, with most coolers requiring a bag of ice every 2-3 days, this model can pay for itself in a few months of travel.
Yeti Roadie 24 Review | Tested & Rated - GearLab
Oct 9, 2023 · With reliable performance, this cooler is a great shape, easy to use, and a good value: A budget-friendly rotomolded option that includes great features and is available in many colors: A capable, no-frills wheeled cooler with mediocre insulation performance and a great price: Rating Categories: Yeti Roadie 24: Xspec 45 Towable: Xspec 60qt ...