In a hurry? Here are the best products at a glance.
There are so many options for coolers that you can take camping with you that it’s hard to decide. That’s where we come in! We’ve compiled this buying guide in order to bring you our recommendations for the best cooler - no matter what type of cooler that you need. Of course, different styles of camping need different products. We’ll get into that after we tell you what you’ll need to know to start shopping.
Type: There are many different types of coolers, but most will fall into two categories. Either they’re going to be soft-sided coolers or they’re going to be hard-sided coolers. Soft-sided coolers are portable, but hard-sided ones keep things colder longer.
Wheels: No matter what time, having wheels on your cooler can make all the difference. Who wants to lug all that weight, including ice and drinks and food, around the campsite? Wheels make the whole process a lot easier.
Capacity: How much can the cooler hold? This is measured in quarts and gives you a good idea of how much you can put in the cooler at one time - not what will stay cold, but how much will actually fit.
Color Options: This is the number of colors that the coolers come in. It’s important to some people that their gear matches or they want a color that isn’t going to show dirt easily. Options matter, so choose your favorite!
Size: The dimensions of the cooler can tell you a lot of information about where it’s going to fit and how much. Drinks will take up more space than snacks, but you need to have the room in your trunk.
Warranty: If your cooler has some sort of manufacturing defect that prevents it from functioning properly, you can return it within the warranty period to get a refund or replacement cooler at no additional cost to you.
With that out of the way, we can get down to showing you our best cooler reviews! We’ve looked through tons of coolers to bring you a selection of the very best. If you’re in a hurry to get out to your campsite, take a look at our top pick and budget pick first. But don’t forget to look at the rest of our list, because we’re sure that your next camping cooler is here somewhere!
Heather Patton
Expert Researcher and Writer
Heather Patton is a lead researcher and writer at GeekWrapped. She has been creating high-quality content for over a decade and covers home, lifestyle, beauty, fashion products and more.
Article last updated on:
September 30, 2019
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