Coleman Blue & White Wheeled Cooler, 60 Qt

Just as its name suggests, this little box has proved itself to be our go-to road trip companion. It’s the only model we tested that has actual pneumatic tires instead of cylindrical plastic chunks labeled as wheels. You can pump them up just like your car or bicycle tires, giving you the freedom to run over the same types of terrain. While other models often have tiny wheels, rigid wheels, low clearance, or narrow, uncomfortable handles, the RovR is what a wheeled chest should be.

We started in the lab with rigorous insulation testing and continued assessments through a wide range of real-world uses. From picnics in the park to beach BBQs, we carted these models everywhere we went to learn which models were most portable and enjoyable to use. We also went through hundreds of pounds of ice and frosty cans in our rigorous insulation tests. Whether you’re setting out on a road trip or a hunting trip, we can help you choose your perfect icebox.

It’s also become an expectation that your cooler should keep your food cold and ice frozen not just for one or two days but for at least a solid week. The RovR RollR, Arctic Titan, Yeti Tundra 65, and Igloo IMX all come with practical interior dry storage options, which is great for coleman screen tent holding aside some clean ice for drinks or keeping sensitive food out of ice water. The Igloo IMX’s wire basket is a tighter wire weave, which helps keep smaller items contained. The Titan, Tundra 65, and Igloo all feature a simple basket that sits across the top of the opening.

After using it for years now, this rolling icebox is like nothing we’ve ever experienced before and is the only one that our friends request to cart around. Among hard coolers, a 70-quart size is big enough for a variety of tasks. Another example came up last year during a power outage, as one of our staff members was able to store most of the contents of a fridge in a 70-quart cooler, along with the necessary ice to keep it cold.

30-40 liters is perfect for short camping trips or for one person. Even the 52-quart model can be found for a third of what our other award winners retail for. The Yeti Hopper Backflip 24 was the first backpack-style cooler that we’ve tested, and although its overall performance wasn’t stellar, there were things I did like. coleman screen tent Whether you are trekking gear to the beachfront or headed out for a hiking day, having free hands is always a bonus. The backpack has lots of straps and hitching points, too — I imagine the target demographic is more hiking-oriented than day-at-the-beach, but in either case, you’ll be able to secure extra stuff.