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Those choice designs include a range of designs such as the Mountainsmith Takeout ($30), REI Co-op Pack-Away Soft Cooler ($50), and Arctic Zone Titan Bucket Tote ($53). Most soft coolers igloo soft cooler have side or top handles, two straps that swing up to secure together above the cooler, or a removable shoulder strap. A… Continue reading Soft Sided Cooler w Enhanced Insulation Igloo Maddox

Soft coolers that are wider or more bucket-style are easier to access, as far as finding a specific item. Coolers with a broad, flat surface that rests against you can help absorb that swing and bounce. The Igloo Pursuit Tote ($100) preserved our bubbly water, hummus, pepperoni, peppers, and arugula while car camping and crewing… Continue reading Soft Sided Cooler w Enhanced Insulation Igloo Maddox

While we liked the size, capacity, and shape of the RovR TravelR 30, the hand straps are not cushioned or wide enough to comfortably carry this cooler when it’s loaded with all the eats, drinks, and ice. The 1-inch closed-cell high-density foam worked well to keep our food and beverages chilled while baking under the… Continue reading Soft Sided Cooler w Enhanced Insulation Igloo Maddox

Next, we packed them with drinks, food, and ice and brought them along to multiple outings to see how they performed in real-life settings. In our experience, the sweet spot is often right in the middle, with many of our most frequently used soft coolers offering space for around cans with ice. These designs are… Continue reading Soft Sided Cooler w Enhanced Insulation Igloo Maddox

The Arctic Zone Titan Deep Freeze 30 offers great utility for a steal. Despite having some of the thinnest insulation of any model we tested, it maintained recommended food temperatures for a little over two days, which was right around the group average. The zipperless design for the main compartment makes it completely painless to… Continue reading Soft Sided Cooler w Enhanced Insulation Igloo Maddox

Most higher-end offerings are well over $100, and the top-of-the-line options are as much as $300 or more. If your budget is tight or you aren’t sure you need the best soft cooler around, consider some of our lower-cost recommendations. If you don’t need multiple days of cooling performance, cheaper coolers are less of a… Continue reading Soft Sided Cooler w Enhanced Insulation Igloo Maddox