Perhaps the most important test for a backpack cooler is its insulation. To assess this, I added a 5-pound bag of ice to each cooler and then left them in moderate temperatures (mid to upper sixties), ...

The RTIC cooler offers an ideal balance of price and quality. The padded backpack straps make this cooler a breeze to carry. The budget choice offers a 30 can capacity for $40. We may earn revenue ...

One of the most important tests for small coolers is ice retention. To ensure as level a playing field as possible, I put one bag of store-bought ice into each of the coolers at the same time and then ...

For those who plan to participate in summer activities, it might be a good idea to add a cooler or two to your Yeti collection. After all, they're specifically designed with extra insulation to ...

But when you will be gone for more than an hour or two, one cup isn’t enough. That’s when a backpack cooler becomes essential. These hands-free totes, such as the RTIC Backpack Cooler or the ...

This cooler is an underrated model in a competitive market, but it's earned over 425 five-star ratings from shoppers who say it keeps their drinks and food "just as cold as a Yeti." It's available ...

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