1. Best Overall Cooler- Yeti Tundra 65

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Why we chose this one?

The Tundra 65 is a highly capable cooler that despite its moniker has a 56 quarts capacity; not anything larger. It does, however, offer a basket that can be lifted right out, which is convenient when camping. It is rated by IGBC, which you’d expect to see in modern products in this category.

The insulation is top-notch here. The latch system is easy to use and robust. These latches won’t let you down on a trip. The cooler can be expected to keep food and drinks below 40-degrees for around six days.

With the Tundra, it has a range of extra accessories to add-in. These provide various options depending on what you’re wanting to do, like keep certain items separate from each other. This is typical of well-regarded brands compared to an economy model where that’s not expected.

There is no leash for the plug. However, in other respects, this is a highly usable cooler for camping trips. It’s certainly the best product we’ve seen overall.

Specifications

· Product Dimensions: 30.5 x 17.5 x 16 inches ; 29 pounds

· Shipping Weight: 35.2 pounds

· Internal dimensions: 24 x 12 x 10-1/2 deep

· T-Rex Lid Latches constructed of heavy-duty rubber

· Strong build (able to sit on it)

· Contains drain plug

· Manufactured in the USA

2. Best High End Model Cooler - Engel 65

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Why we chose this one?

The Engel 65 is considerably pricier, and it shows. It comes with an interesting color choice which surely makes it stand out from the crowd of other coolers. The capacity is 54 quarts, which is perfectly fine for most traveling singletons, groups or families.

Part of the higher end design includes a gasket that keeps warm air out, a hinge with an interlocking design, and durable roto-molding. The rope handles take a little getting used to though. The 25.5-pound weight is in the mid-range of the weight for different coolers under review. Anyone who doesn’t have strong arms will appreciate that this model isn’t overly heavy.  

The hinge has a different design than other coolers or ice boxes reviewed. It’s a little smoother during use compared to the T-shaped hinges that require a firmness to almost force them into position. This hinge has a bit more finesse to it. The cooler is capable of keeping stored items below 40 degrees for at least 5 days. The Engel 65 is the classier model too if that’s what you’re looking for with your cooling needs.

Specifications

· Product Dimensions: 29.5 x 17.3 x 18 inches ; 29 pounds

· Shipping Weight: 28 pounds

· Days of Ice: Up to 10 days

· Compression latches for airtight seal

· Proprietary weight dispersement system in the lid

· All silicon gaskets, instead of rubber

· Tapered interior for quick and easy draining

3. Best value buy (tight budget) - Coleman Xtreme 5-Day 70qt

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Why we chose this one?

Coleman is a popular name in camping gear. They tend to be on the more affordable end of the market, but sometimes there is more than one model to choose from. There isn’t much different with the Xtreme cooler, in that it stays below 40 degrees for up to four days at a stretch. It holds at least 68 quarts too, despite weighing in at surprisingly light 11.9 pounds. It is only beaten by the Igloo, which shaved a few more grams of the weight, but it has less than half the capacity.

The insulation is sufficient to keep food and drinks cool, yet it’s not airtight like it is in some other ice boxes on the market. The plain nature of the design won’t win any design awards here. The handles are also tough to get used to and a bit uncomfortable. However, given the lighter weight, it’s manageable compared to more comfortable handles fitted to boxes that weigh several times more before you load them up.

For people on a much smaller budget, the Coleman Xtreme is a good all-round choice. You won’t get the bells and whistles here, but that’s typical of this brand where buyers want value at the right price.

Specifications

· Product Dimensions: 28.2 x 15.8 x 18.2 inches ; 12.3 pounds

· Shipping Weight: 13.5 pounds

· Days of Ice: Up to 5 days

· Quart Capacity: 50

· Can Capacity: 84

· Contains cup holders

4. Best wheeled cooler - RovR RollR 60

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Why we chose this one?

The RovR RollR is included because it comes with a set of chunk wheels to pull it down the trail, so you don’t have to carry it. This makes the RollR hugely attractive to people with a bad back, who lack the arm strength or just prefer life on wheels.

It has a solid 60 quarts capacity and will keep its storage area below 40 degrees for at least four days. It does weigh just over 40 pounds, so it’s a hefty one. Getting it out of the trunk is going to require some effort – you may wish to empty out the food and drink first and reload once it is on the ground – but once you’re rolling along, the extra weight won’t matter.

The model comes with some accessories, but the design has fiddly latches that aren’t the simplest to use. However, the main selling point is it’s like a suitcase with rollers – only better. And who can argue with that?

Specifications

· Product Dimensions: 27 x 22 x 21 inches ; 45 pounds

· Shipping Weight: 49.8 pounds

· Days of Ice: Up to 10 days

· Quart Capacity: 60

· Can Capacity: 84

· 9 inch all terrain tires

· Tires are inflatable

5. Best Personal Cooler - Igloo BMX 25

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Why we chose this one?

The Igloo rounds out our five products under review with the BMX 25 cooler. This one is a dinky version with a 25 quarts capacity. It’s intended for singletons and undemanding families who would prefer something else other than a Coleman and don’t need anything like that capacity either.

The BMX 25 will keep under 40 degrees for 2-3 days or more. It has good insulation yet there’s no airtight seal, so air or water can get inside. The latches and hinges also leave something to be desired, even though they function just fine.

The 11.3-pound weight is the lightest in the group, but with its 25-quart capacity, that makes sense. The walls are thicker than you might expect, which accounts for why it’s almost as heavy as the Coleman Xtreme, but it offers less than half its storage capacity.

For someone who doesn’t need or want a large cooler but still wants to keep food fresh and drinks cold enough, this Igloo model ticks a lot of boxes.

Specifications

· Product Dimensions: 19.6 x 15.7 x 13.2 inches ; 2.2 pounds

· Shipping Weight: 10 pounds

· Days of Ice: Up to 4 days at 90 degrees Fahrenheit

· Quart Capacity: 25

· Rubberized T-latches

· Extra-thick foam walls and lid for 4 day ice retention 

· Fish ruler and four tie-down points on the lid