The Classic
Holds: 85 cans
Crafted from solid steel with a sturdy latch and rubber-gripped handles, this rustproof, leak-resistant Coleman is an American classic you'll be able to keep for life. Built to last, the “Have-a-Seat” lid supports up to 250 lbs., so it makes for an easy tabletop or bench. The extra-tall shape allows you to store two-liter bottles upright and the leak-resistant channel drain makes it easy to empty any excess water without tilting the cooler. The latest update on this beauty includes an integrated bottle opener and a matte, powder-coated exterior finish.
Steel belted cooler, $239 by Coleman
Throwback Cool
Holds: 36 cans
Compact, easy to carry and affordable to boot, this simple cooler has all the retro '90s cool of a vintage model, but under the hood, it's insulated with THERMECOOL foam for a cleaner, lighter and more eco-friendly chill. The perfect cooler for a day by the water, when you just want to keep a few beers and snacks cool, the oversized handles fit together for comfortable one-handed carrying.
Retro picnic basket, $50 / $39.99 by Igloo
Most Portable
Holds: 12 cans
This easy-to-carry sling is deceptively roomy for such a slim design. Pack away up to 12 cans or four bottles of wine within the leakproof puncture-resistant nylon bag. The wide-top opening makes packing and unpacking a breeze and the rubberized, padded handles and shoulder straps make carrying it easy and comfortable.
Cooler sling, $179.95 by Pelican
Nearly Indestructible
Holds: 110 cans
There's no denying that Yeti coolers are deserving of their praise and reputation. But if you simply can't part with the cash, RTIC has established themselves as a worthy contemporary in the rotomolded cooler space. This impact-resistant hard cooler is officially “bear resistant” with heavy duty rubber T-latches and no-fail full length hinges. The freezer style lid gasket helps keep ice frozen for up to 10 days.
Hard cooler, $514 / $359.89 by RTIC
Insulated Picnic Bag
Holds: 24 cans
If you want an adaptable and versatile option for weekend getaways and romantic alfresco dinners, this is your cooler. Simple side clips quickly transform it from a wide cube to classic tote to completely flat for all your carry and storage needs. An exterior pocket keeps items dry while a fully seam-sealed, leakproof liner is easy to clean should there be any spills. Plus, the simple side clips allow you to quickly flatten the tote for easy storage.
Pack-Away 24 soft cooler, $49.95 by REI Co-op
All-Terrain Option
Holds: 112 cans
This oversized SUV of a cooler features everything from a metal telescoping handle (that also holds a serving tray) to oversized “never flat” wheels. There are also four cup holders, two bottle openers and a built-in mobile device stand. And that's just the outside. The roomy Ultratherm insulated interior provides four-day ice retention while a suspended food basket keeps items cold, yet dry.
Trailmate roller, $279.99 / $199.99 by Igloo
The Iceless Cooler
Holds: 36 cans
Meet the Rimowa of coolers. Or maybe it's the Dyson, since it's promising do things a little different. You see, this aluminum Norwegian cooler keeps drinks cold for days without ice—just a slim thermal pack keeps items nice and frosty. And no ice means more room for food and drinks. But just be warned that, like a Rimowa, this beauty will get dented so go ahead and embrace those as reminders of past adventures.
Tempo bundle, $500 by Oyster
