The StackTech Compact Cooler is engineered for Pros to build a system unlike any other and customize it to the needs of every trade. Say goodbye to buying ice, which takes up space and melts after a couple hours. This incredible cooler refrigerates or freezes on-the-go. The LionCooler X40 comes prepacked with a strong compressor that can cool or freeze to temperatures as low as -20C/-4F.
Additionally, the handles aren’t wide enough for two hands (if you grab a friend to help you lug it) nor reliable enough for heavy loads. The Coleman is simple; it’s pretty straightforward and basic. The plastic handles on the sides are easy to blindly grab as you head out the door to your party or picnic and swing back down into place when you let go. The Coleman Xtreme is a non-rotomolded cooler with a single pair of end handles and an internal height that fits most wine bottles or 2L sodas.
The lid lacks the rubber seal of so many competitors, meaning the Coleman is neither airtight nor leakproof. The drain plug also lacks a rubber seal, and while we had no issues with our unit during testing, many user complaints suggest that this plastic-on-plastic seal has an eventual expiration date. Additionally, the handles attach via short plastic pegs in small plastic holes, which translates into a sketchy connection under a heavy load on handles that already bow alarmingly with this amount of effort. The Coleman company story began in the early 1900s when typewriter salesman W.C.
Take on any terrain with the RTIC 52 QT Ultra-Light Wheeled Cooler. This lightweight and strong premium cooler features up to 2.5’’ of closed cell foam insulation, puncture-proof all-terrain wheels, an ergonomic handle, and locks in the cold for up to 5 days. It’s from Pelican, and it comes in an impressive variety of color options, but the performance wasn’t as strong as other comparable options. Still, it’s worth it if you just want the best performance for the price. Simply put, the Yeti clobbered the competition in our tests.
Accessing the cooler is simple and intuitive with a one-handed center latch, standard on the StackTech system. The 38-quart capacity provides ample room for your beverages and perishables. A built-in bottle opener located on the front accessory rail coleman canopy ensures you’re always ready to enjoy your favorite beverages after a TOUGH day, and a convenient drain spout makes cleanup easy. The white color helps to reflect sunlight, reducing heat absorption and keeping the contents cooler for longer.
An auto-locking interface ensures the cooler and boxes sit securely, lock into place for transport, and easily unlock with the slide of a switch. The 16-quart capacity makes it easy to carry and provides coleman cooler plenty of room for your beverages and perishables. Inside the cooler, you’ll find a clear tray/dry goods basket, perfect for separating snacks or personal items from the main compartment.
It’s the only cooler we tested that has an actual weight limit listed for it lb. To put that to the test, we had our 225 lb tester jump on every cooler, and the Coleman was no exception. Though it doesn’t have the same rock-solid feel that many of the rotomolded coolers have, the Coleman seemed to have no problem being an impromptu trampoline. If you treat the Coleman Xtreme nicely, you may be able to get a bit more life out of it, but if you’re rough on your gear, this cooler probably isn’t the right choice for you. The first flaw easily noticeable is the thin, flimsy hinges. As the lid overextends, you can hear the screws ripping right out of the plastic.
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