In a hurry? Here are the best products at a glance.
Finding the best cooler backpacks for your next picnic, tailgating party, or hiking trip is a great way to keep your food and drinks safe and cold on your journey! We did the research to find several styles, sizes, and features that will work for just about anyone looking for an easy to carry cooler for their next outing! Before we get into the cooler backpack product reviews, here are a few key features you should know about before buying.
Capacity: Many of the backpacks we reviewed note the cooler size based on how many 12 oz. cans fit inside. It’s also a good thing to know if you plan to use your backpack to bring drinks to your next picnic!
Insulated: An insulated cooler backpack has extra lining inside to keep its contents at the right temperature. They can be used to keep your drinks nice and cold with some ice or ice packs or keep dishes warm while you travel.
Color: Your cooler backpack shouldn’t just work properly – it should match your style, too! Many of the backpacks we reviewed come in simple colors like black and grey, but many come in other fun colors too, like red, pink, or blue!
Water Resistant: When we refer to a bag being “water resistant,” we’re talking about the bag’s outer fabric. Water resistant backpacks protect food and drinks packed inside in the event you get caught in the rain on the way to your picnic!
Size: The bag’s size is important to note, especially if you need your bag to carry a lot of stuff! Many of the bags have separate cooler and backpack compartments, so you can carry drinks, food, a blanket, or extra clothes!
Leak Resistant: In addition to cooler backpacks being insulated, some of them also have extra protective features to keep them leak resistant. These are great if you plan to add ice to your bag because they won’t leak as the ice melts!
Now that you know all of the cool features these coolers have to offer, let’s get into the reviews! We found 10 amazing backpacks that are perfect for taking to an amusement park, trekking on your favorite hiking trail, or rooting on your child at their next sports game! If you’re strapped for time, no worries! We began with our Top Pick and Budget Pick, so start with those first. You can always come back to read about the rest!
Samantha Dewitt
Expert Researcher and Writer
Samantha Dewitt is a lead researcher and writer for GeekWrapped, writing under a pen name. She gets excited about pet, baby, and science products and has over 12 years of experience.
Article last updated on:
September 30, 2019
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