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@rooster700rr
2 ай бұрын
Based on you "To Drain vs Not To Drain" video. It's clear that just having ice in the cooler isn't the full story. It would be awesome if you repeated this with the Bluetooth thermometers in each cooler. (If not with all coolers, do just the top ten.)
@Hammerback0
3 ай бұрын
Holy cow man. I bought one "good" cooler 8 years ago, i still haven't recovered financially.
@theoutdoorempire
3 ай бұрын
Hahaha. I don't expect I'll ever recover from this.
@blegend9351
2 ай бұрын
I was going to buy an expensive one but, when I am using a cooler, it usually ends up in the bed of my truck traveling. I was afraid it would just end up being stolen.
@Gsantos22
2 ай бұрын
Imagine peeking over this guys fence and seeing all those coolers 😂
@theoutdoorempire
2 ай бұрын
The neighbors are suspicious.
@hall0341
Ай бұрын
And then to see he could have got all the hotdogs and cans in just one of them
@Gogogidget
19 күн бұрын
Best comment 😂
@madams2917
6 ай бұрын
Last year, I was shopping for a cooler with better ice retention. I found your video to be the most valuable review resource available online. I'm really happy with how my new cooler performed in Florida and in Memphis on really hot days. I live in Minnesota and will definitely check out the Maluna coolers after watching your updated review video. Thanks a bunch!
@theoutdoorempire
6 ай бұрын
Wow, thanks! I'm glad to hear it was helpful to you. Florida and Memphis both make Idaho look nice and cool in the summer. Pretty cool that Maluna is a local company for you.
@theparadiseofedenpeace2819
2 ай бұрын
What cooler did you end up getting
@mr.freindly.grinch
2 ай бұрын
Thanks a ton Outdoor Empire for putting those coolers through their paces! Your dedication to the cause is seriously cool (pun intended). I'm sure I'm not the only one who appreciates your efforts - you're the 'coolest' guy in town (okay, I'll stop with the cold jokes now)!"
@theoutdoorempire
2 ай бұрын
You gave me chills. 😂 But really, thank you.
@fraire364
3 ай бұрын
Waiting for a lunch box comparison video 😢
@llamacebu216
2 ай бұрын
He just showed you. They're all built the same Maluna will still come out ahead
@frankiethefrog1752
22 күн бұрын
Maluna seems highly underrated. Price is not terrible, USA made. Bottle opener, pressure release. More features than most. Metal brand badge that is customizable on their website. Hate orcas stickers that fall off in the heat. Pretty cheap of them.
@Dubbin64
2 ай бұрын
Canyon is local to me here in Flagstaff AZ. I like how Canyon offer bear resistance certification. I'll happily support them even if they are #1. Nice review
@jimbo5158
17 сағат бұрын
Several years ago for a family reunion we built a 2’ X 2’ X 8’ plywood box and lined it with 2” of styrofoam. Made a split top and painted it to look like a casket. We filled it with ice to hold everyone’s drinks. It worked a little too well as it froze several of the soft drinks. After the reunion it stayed outside in 80 degree plus weather. I kept all the leftover drinks in it, until they were gone. The last of the ice disappeared on day twenty! For a novelty item, I think it did better than any of the coolers reviewed above in very warm weather. At the time seven years ago I had invested around $70. Unfortunately, I no longer have any pictures of it to post with this comment.
@trashbag420_
6 ай бұрын
My cabelas cooler is hands down the best cooler I've owned. Constantly outperforming my yeti by days
@theoutdoorempire
6 ай бұрын
Very cool!
@deesnutz5576
2 ай бұрын
Really?? Im in the market for one. I already have a yeti.
@ryanpaasch7464
Ай бұрын
I love mine. 5 years outside all summer in garage in the winter. Put ice in it twice a week. Keeps beer cold all week. I finally had to replace the straps. Best cooler. I have the white one.
@nanobyte15
3 ай бұрын
Is no one else impressed with the Cabelas cooler cause I know I am.
@jmasta42
2 ай бұрын
Impressive work! Thanks for all your testing
@theoutdoorempire
2 ай бұрын
Thank you for watching!
@user-cz2md9wn3n
27 күн бұрын
Love my Kong 70. Even though they always looks dirty, I prefer white coolers.
@troywilliams8659
6 ай бұрын
Ozark trail has been very good to me, pretty solid piece. Ozark trail 45 qt with wheels rolls excellent on beach ⛱️
@theoutdoorempire
6 ай бұрын
It's a good buy too.
@jesseellis1115
Ай бұрын
I have a yeti, artic , a canyon and a ozark trail. The OT holds up e the best! Facts
@KevinPierce81
10 ай бұрын
Side note I’d love to see a comparison video where you compared all the coolers and you made a chart on their advertised size vs the real world size you actually get. Just cause they say 65, 60, 45 etc… doesn’t mean that’s what you actually end up getting per se.
@theoutdoorempire
10 ай бұрын
Ok, great idea. Thanks for sharing.
@scotthoyt9621
10 ай бұрын
YES 👍 As an FYI - Industry standard is to measure quarts of water until it overflows with lid open. Easiest way to measure it is by weight.
@shiretsu
5 ай бұрын
graphs and all! so glad I found a quality analysis on this, thank you for your service sir
@theoutdoorempire
5 ай бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for the thanks and I love me some graphs. Cheers!
@socab2
14 күн бұрын
thank you for your service!
@rodgerbright3764
2 ай бұрын
Sweet! I bought a Maluna from their kickstarter back in the day a few years ago. Love it and now it’s good to know they’re the best!
@theoutdoorempire
2 ай бұрын
Nice!
@ProfessionalWeekender
8 ай бұрын
I wish someone would make a cooler where the lid itself is either the ice pack or can attach ice packs to the lid. That way when you go to swap out the ice pack for a cold one, you don't have to dig for it underneith all your food/drinks. I think the Oyster Tempo would've been perfect candidate for that idea.
@theoutdoorempire
8 ай бұрын
Interesting idea. I should test how well that works.
@gmanadventurer8892
10 ай бұрын
Good review. Liked your scoring system and how it went beyond ice retention. Would be cool if you did one on small coolers (30qt or smaller). Really interested to see if the top brands from this come in atop the field on the small end.
@theoutdoorempire
10 ай бұрын
I like that idea too. Give me a while to collect 40 small coolers. 😜
@gmanadventurer8892
10 ай бұрын
@@theoutdoorempire just do a few of the top Made in USA brands, that's all that matters, lol
@dawnhurst-mccaleb9754
8 ай бұрын
Yes please? Me too. Interested!
@MedCityViking
13 күн бұрын
I don't have anywhere near as many coolers as you do, but of my 4-5 coolers the Cabela's cooler is far and away the best.
@kenm724
4 ай бұрын
Coming to this video after making a last minute purchase this past Monday.. I'm actually extremely pleased to find out how well my RTIC 52 stacked up, and I feel way better about not getting the one with wheels now! Directly after getting mine I put 3 bags of ice in it and topped it off once.. High 80's in the sun for 4 days straight while we packed up my parents house and moved things to storage. It's still sitting on my porch now with ice and cold as could be.
@theoutdoorempire
4 ай бұрын
You rolled the dice well, my friend.
@EveningCrow
2 ай бұрын
Mine did well with ice packs for a 3 night camping trip. I bought some Calcutta wheels off Amazon and they work great.
@blackicemedia
Ай бұрын
Coolest cooler comparison from a cool guy
@bsmith8943
2 ай бұрын
I got that same ozark trail cooler in the back of my work truck. Best cooler ive ever had and a fraction of those other top dogs. Awesome video.
@theoutdoorempire
2 ай бұрын
Awesome comment.
@reguladeth
Ай бұрын
The Lifetime 28QT cooler is amazing, especially for the price. I have not been satisfied with the larger versions though. They just don't seal as well. Their warranty process is amazing as well. A latch broke and they had 2 new ones there in a day or 2.
@jesseabadie7872
3 ай бұрын
Awesome video man, I know things could be more controlled but to have that many brands under similar conditions is rare and helpful!
@jennwesner520
9 ай бұрын
thanks for the hard work!
@theoutdoorempire
9 ай бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@cobbler88
18 күн бұрын
Just give me the cheapest one that lasts 7 days, to simulate the 3 actual days of opening and closing. I've never needed a cooler to hold the same batch of ice for 37 f***ing days. Looks like the Igloo MUL or cheapie Coleman for the win.
@spf8747
15 сағат бұрын
I use the $40 Walmart Coleman cooler. Went camping for a weekend with 70-80 degree highs and there was still plenty of ice inside of it by the end of the trip
@lumensapace
2 ай бұрын
Just bought a Yeti Roadie and I’m very relieved to see it performs as well as I’d hoped it would. I’ve wanted one for years and finally got it without really researching the options since it had been a wishlist item for so long but then was getting nervous it was a bad purchase with how people bash the brand.
@commonpatriot7595
4 ай бұрын
Glad to see the Moosejaw Fort Ice 55-quart rolling hard cooler. I did an ice comparison with the Moosejaw and the Lifetime 55-quart rolling cooler a year ago. Both were bought from WalMart. Filled them booth with ice and placed them in my minivan during the Summer. Both did well. Kept the Moosejaw and have been pretty satisfied with the Moosejaw. Glad to see the Moosejaw in your video. The WalMart in my area doesn't carry those anymoore. Thanks for another great review.
@theoutdoorempire
4 ай бұрын
I like the Moosejaw a lot too and was going to do another video about it, but I recently learned that it's discontinued already. Since Dick's Sporting Goods acquired Moosejaw last year, they decided to quit making hard coolers. So the Ice Fort didn't even last a year. Too bad!
@scooterpickle8625
4 ай бұрын
I'm really happy that I snatched one of these up while it was available! I got a really great deal on it, too!
@PastarocketS-sb7nk
25 күн бұрын
Dude, what the hell are you doing with all these coolers when you're not using them for ice retention tests?
@nates7627
4 ай бұрын
I love my Rtic cooler. Solid ice retention for the price
@paulcarlin5181
2 ай бұрын
I want/need a wheeled cooler and I do own Yeti products, but dropping another 400 bucks is tough when I see Rtic has a 45 qt with wheels for 225
@staceylytle7207
4 ай бұрын
Best video on coolers EVER! THANKYOU FOR MAKING MY DECISION FOR ME! THE MALUNA I WILL PURCHASE!
@theoutdoorempire
4 ай бұрын
Thanks for the support and enjoy!
@alacritae
2 ай бұрын
Great video, one thing I'll note is that the radiant heat coming off that fence could be significant- IF the other side is in direct sunlight. You might put a thermometer right up against the fence and one a few feet away. I know in my yard, the shade under a tree is very different than the shade up against my fence when the sun is at an angle.
@theoutdoorempire
2 ай бұрын
Smart thinking. I just wish I had a bigger yard so I could arrange things in a way to rule out all the variables. Alas.
@alacritae
2 ай бұрын
@@theoutdoorempire alas indeed. It's a good test overall, and it is REALLY easy to be an armchair scientist on KZitem :)
@mr.boutdoorsmisadventures7464
3 ай бұрын
I have had my 65qt Lifetime cooler for two years now. I take it camping and boating. Just went for a 5 night camping trip with day time highs in the 90s and lows in mid 70s at night. I always have ice left in the cooler. For the Money It has great performance! I am on Mississippi Gulf coast if that helps.
@theoutdoorempire
3 ай бұрын
Nice! That one is definitely great bang for your buck.
@chefzeph1733
6 ай бұрын
You are simply amazing, extremely detailed video and very through breakdown of the data gathered. Also the engagement is shocking to see. I will be using you guys as a reference when me and my friends buy coolers for our annual weeklong camping trips. I will be subscribing and turning the bell on.
@theoutdoorempire
6 ай бұрын
Wow, thank you so much for the support and your kind words, it means a lot!
@the_wanderful_life
Ай бұрын
It's a nice rough test, but any of your top ten could be in any order since you were so rough in your testing protocols. Then again, two people managing 38 coolers would be difficult.
@Guyallknowing
4 ай бұрын
why are coolers so expensive?
@theoutdoorempire
4 ай бұрын
Where to start...maybe I should do a video on that question.
@normrubio
4 ай бұрын
Dude for real. That oyster bundle is freaking $500!!
@legendarycinematics3091
4 ай бұрын
Rotomolding is an expensive manufacturing process that the high end coolers use
@JustOutHereTinkering
3 ай бұрын
Oh no, not today its not!!!! They raised the price to $590!!!!! @normrubio
@noblejennette2101
3 ай бұрын
They are amazing and you’ll never regret the money you spend on a good one.
@rickzabala6020
4 ай бұрын
Interesting. Didn't think some coolers could hold ice or keep cold for 10 to 15 days. I never had to keep so long. But finally purchased heavy duty cooler from Costco called Coho with a fish emblem. It was relatively cost effective. Think made in USA. Costco is everywhere. Should evaluate the Coho looks thick all the way around. I haven't used it yet, purchased for preparation for the volunteer work I do.
@theoutdoorempire
4 ай бұрын
Indeed, these went a long time, but the weather got really cool, so don't count on that in hot weather. Maybe half. I know that Coho as well, I had it in the first ice challenge video I did if you want to check that out. Not the best of the best, but did great.
@anthonyalfeo1899
Ай бұрын
My study found the cablelas coolers superior. I keep 2 25’s covered in the bed of my truck, the assumption being while I fanned the door on one using ice, the other remained buttoned up until needed. I often wonder if one big cabelas, such as used by you here, might not be better. I did have access to a 60 quart off brand to test, which my friend sang full praise of and looks like a rebranded yeti, but the results recommended the second cabelas.
@playgroundchooser
3 ай бұрын
I would love to see a Lone Mountain cooler. They are manufactured 25 miles down the road from me in Toston, Montana. Cool people too.
@theoutdoorempire
3 ай бұрын
Sweet, I'll check them out. Thanks.
@JustOutHereTinkering
3 ай бұрын
Maybe they were all stoked they did so well on your test and jacked the price, because the Oyster Tempo is currently priced at $590!!!!!! Are you freaking kidding me!?!? Who is buying that!?!?
@theoutdoorempire
3 ай бұрын
Wow! I saw they raised the price but looks like they keep going. Nuts.
@Botch_Games
2 ай бұрын
I've had that same Blue cooler for a few years and it is so much better than my previous, results did not surprise.
@michaelnolan9416
Ай бұрын
My take away is if you just need to keep beer cold for an afternoon, it doesn’t really matter
@zephsmith3499
3 ай бұрын
Speculation: With more frequent opening, the better insulated coolers (especially those with a gasket) would show more difference than the lesser insulated ones (ie: the range would compress with less difference between the coolers). That is, the heat gain would be through-wall + air infiltration + openings; good insulation reduces the first, tight closure reduces the second, but the third would be pretty close to the same for all coolers (favoring large coolers somewhat tho). The more that the total is affected by the last effect, the less that differences in insulation or sealing would create different outcomes. It would be interesting to test that. For example, a preliminary test would have two of the same cooler (or at least ones of similar size and tested outcome), and see that one is opened some number of times for some period of time per day while the other is only opened once a day. I can imagine rigging a mechanical opener/closer with a timer. We would learn whether opening a cooler for 1 minute 20 times a day (for example) made a minor or a major difference. If minor, then the once-a-day tests are pretty valid for the real world too. If the difference is more major, then testing a few coolers which fared best, middle, and worst with the frequent opening regime would be an interesting test.
@theoutdoorempire
3 ай бұрын
Sounds like a great idea, thanks!
@jamo3976
Күн бұрын
I had no idea this was even a product segment… thought Coleman was it 😂
@R512_
4 ай бұрын
Thank you home slice for this, ty
@albuddy
10 ай бұрын
Happy to see Blue & Kong added to this test. Surprised the Rtic ultra light lasted longer than the Rtic 65. I’m most interested in the Blue & Rtic 52(no wheels) Love your videos, keep up the great work!
@theoutdoorempire
10 ай бұрын
Those are some good choices for sure. I was surprised by the RTIC 52 as well. Last time I did this the 52 dropped out a day before the 65 when it was a lot hotter out.
@joshcummings8567
Ай бұрын
I got one of those moosejaws last year on clearance for $75 it a 55 qt doesnt have wheels like that one but i use it camping and its amazing. Csmping in the middle of summer and the ice and contents will freeze together and last for days before starting to melt. Its an amazing brand that i have never heard of until i seen it at wal mart and i fell in love with it
@strykerhalo
16 күн бұрын
Once you open the coolers numerous times you may as well minus 50% of the days retentions. So you’re lucky to get 5-7 days of ice retention after opening closing to get stuff.
@theoutdoorempire
16 күн бұрын
Sounds about right.
@afishingjourney5049
2 ай бұрын
Good stuff! I just ordered Blue Coolers 60 qt wheeled. Hoping you do a review on that sometime. I’m glad it performed well here.
@theoutdoorempire
2 ай бұрын
I hope so too!
@Chevybass62
10 ай бұрын
Thanks for a great real world test!! That was awesome. The only person that I could think of that may need a cooler with ice retention over 14 days would be Gilligan. 😂
@theoutdoorempire
10 ай бұрын
Hahahaha. Here's to Gilligan! 🍻
@leithal1546
8 ай бұрын
Gilligan going on a 3 hour tour with a cooler that last 14 days. He knew something was up.
@tjaprilgage
Ай бұрын
Like and followed before I even got 3 minutes in. Appreciate the work you put into the video.
@theoutdoorempire
Ай бұрын
Thank you, I sure appreciate the support!
@TD-dw8bq
Ай бұрын
Got an RTIC 65 for $200 about a year ago plus some Rakuten cash back. Shop around and be patient. The RTIC “replaced” my older Coleman. Both have their uses. What I learned from the newer, fancier, more expensive one is that the kind of ice you use and how you pack your cooler (notwithstanding outside temperatures) determines the longevity of your stuff staying cool about as much as the cooler itself. Point is you can get a much less expensive cooler to do well for most use scenarios.
@theoutdoorempire
Ай бұрын
A very good point indeed.
@joshgrami
Ай бұрын
What kind of ice do you recommend? I just buy the big bags at the grocery store.
@TD-dw8bq
Ай бұрын
@@joshgrami I use block ice. Or freeze water in water bottles/ milk jugs. I’ve heard of people using dry ice as well.
@ijackson85
2 ай бұрын
Would love to see Calcutta Renegade series coolers tested next time!
@theoutdoorempire
2 ай бұрын
Noted.
@saysar1
5 ай бұрын
This is an amazing video! Unbelievably excellent work sir!
@theoutdoorempire
5 ай бұрын
Thank you kindly! Glad you enjoyed it.
@treverwebb193
4 ай бұрын
This is awesome! Thank you so much for such a thorough test. Technically, the Blue Coolers 60 Quart is priced at $249.99. Not bad for 3rd place!
@theoutdoorempire
4 ай бұрын
Great point! That Blue cooler is a great performer, so when on sale it's a great deal.
@the_sharp_carpenter
16 күн бұрын
How about a test of the Amazon specials? Vevor, serene life, echo smile, driftsun etc. would be interesting to see how they stack up
@theoutdoorempire
15 күн бұрын
Good idea. I'll check them out next round.
@TandCReviews
10 ай бұрын
Maluna for the win! Made in MN too!
@theoutdoorempire
10 ай бұрын
🏆🥶🎉
@isaacpajas5322
4 ай бұрын
Do you have one thinking getting the 50 qt or 70
@mattdees6515
3 ай бұрын
Have three Malunas 22, 50 and 70. All are awesome though a bit heavy but tough. Going on 9 years with the 70 and it’s made it through lots of trips and events.
@whatfreedom7
3 ай бұрын
I know a guy who has a Rtic ultralight and it warped from the sun. So just be aware don’t leave it out in direct sun light.
@georgecarousos6735
10 ай бұрын
Wow, that was a lot of work!! Thanks so much for the effort. For future tests I recommend raising all the coolers off the ground, for example having them sit on two pieces of wood 4x4's. The ground the coolers sit on can make a difference in thermal conductivity depending on what the ground material is if not all identical. Elevating the coolers using 4x4's would take that out of the equation. I would also make sure that the space between the coolers is all the same on all sides. Maybe 12" between each cooler on every side. These two changes would take even more of the variables out of the testing equation to reveal the coolers true insulation properties.
@epg423
10 ай бұрын
Spacing beyond 6 inches wont make a significant difference except by shading it could help in that regard so thats a good idea. Elevating thw coolers doesnt seem like real world use. Ive never put one of my coolers on 2×4 in my life. Its either in my car (on a floor) or at home on the floor. I dont think its realistic to ask people to elevate the coolers. If youre putting the coolers in the shade elevating them isnt going to make a significant difference although maybe slightly due to conductive temperature transfer from the ground. But no one is putting 2×4s down are they? I guess i dont use these rotomolded coolers i only use soft coolers placed inside my yeti v series which is a nice setup. Really vacuum coolers are what you want for daily use and rotomolded for outdoor/children/others/work/ anything rough on the cooler. The vacuum isnt as durable id say but it performs better based on my testing it defeated the cabelas solidly. The best test is to test 2 coolers the same size as determined by filling them up with water and measuring that water as you drain it out the drain plug. Then with 2 same sized coolers fill them up to full capacity so you know you have almost exactly the same amount of ice. Amount of ice is huge so this test just favors larger coolers obviously. Its still helpful you just have to mentally adjust for the capacity factor.
@theoutdoorempire
10 ай бұрын
It was a lot of work! But hopefully was entertaining for you. Nice idea, that's really diving deep to eliminate variables.
@theoutdoorempire
10 ай бұрын
Agreed on the real world use statement.
@georgecarousos6735
10 ай бұрын
@@epg423 My suggestion for elevating the coolers is only for the test,....this takes the ground conditions out of the equation. if a cooler sits on a layer of leaves for days, those leaves can ferment and cause heat. Coolers sitting on grass versus concrete will also have different levels of thermal conductivity. Elevating all the coolers off the ground just makes all the testing conditions identical.
@318android3
Ай бұрын
Totally personal opinion but I am torn between the wheeled blue cooler 60qt vs Engel ultralight 60. Just need for 3-4 days worth of ice at most. You review these all the time and see them curious if you can help steer me Which you would choose!
@vampov
2 ай бұрын
33:20 Yes a vacuum is essentially creating a radiant heat transfer situation. Radiant heat transfer is the most inefficient form of heat transfer.Because without air or a solid there can be no conduction or convection heat transfer. And therefore the best for keeping something hot or cold.
@Utubeisazzho
7 ай бұрын
Igloo trail mate. Marine edition. 10 days all day Antimicrobial inner lining, And key spot floats 😂
@theoutdoorempire
7 ай бұрын
I've got a Trailmate, great cooler! I had it in the ice retention challenge the first time around. It didn't do 10 days, but did as well as advertised (4 or 5 days if I recall). Cheers!
@craigtorres8236
10 ай бұрын
Purchased my Maluna years back during a Kickstarter campaign. Still my favorite, even over my Yeti's and RTIC's
@theoutdoorempire
10 ай бұрын
Nice choice!
@mattdees6515
3 ай бұрын
With you on the kickstarter campaign, added two more over the years. 22, 50 and 70 all awesome performers.
@Cali_Livin_916
2 ай бұрын
B.O.B. The Cooler beats them all.
@theoutdoorempire
2 ай бұрын
Noted.
@MistHashira.ESslayer
4 күн бұрын
Thank you for this
@theoutdoorempire
4 күн бұрын
My pleasure!
@nin114
29 күн бұрын
Coleman: Finally makes a good cooler that people love. *Discontinue!*
@coltcoltcoltcoltcolt
2 ай бұрын
I am curious how the Magellan coolers from Academy Sports stand up to these
@adventureswithmarkandsonoko
4 ай бұрын
Your videos provide us with such great info, so we don't have to do these tests. We're buying a new cooler soon to bring on our adventures. Thanks!
@theoutdoorempire
4 ай бұрын
Glad to help. Thanks for watching and for taking the time to comment!
@wrnr2cb
4 ай бұрын
Im sure some of these have been said but catergator, ninja, pacbak, camp zero, fatboy, lincoln outfitters. Also a couple test to consider adding is a shake or tip test to see how much water may leak out if it were to tip in the car on a drive. A sit/stand on the cooler to test how much flex the lid has.
@theoutdoorempire
4 ай бұрын
I like those ideas, thanks for sharing!
@Bad-Idea-Network
Ай бұрын
Bet your a real popular guy around grad party time.
@craigmatheson2736
2 ай бұрын
What I'd like to see is an comparison of all the coolers with wheels. What with age, injuries, and arthritis... My wife and I still like to go camping in 85-100+/-°f and don't want the food to spoil before the week is up. Also some of the smaller coolers for toting sodas and water in?
@theoutdoorempire
2 ай бұрын
You got it! kzitem.info/news/bejne/qHup0Z6Vqax8i5w That was from last year, but most are still available.
@joeybergin1058
Ай бұрын
I would be curious to see how Roam coolers do in this test. Mine has been working great for me
@allenjohnson4938
4 ай бұрын
Got 6x Ozark Trail Hi Pro rotomold 52q@ $30 & a28qt and wheeled 45q for $40@ as well as a 36q hard side cooler for $26, 2x Coleman "316" 120q for $45@, a 52q Coleman "316" for $20, and a lil 19q igloo from Lowes for $22...all as mentioned during Fall Clearance. Sold 3x of those 52q Ozark Trails and Got My Money Back on them all so I used that money to reinvest in 37q and 48q ($230 & $270 respectively) 12v wheeled Cooler style Fridge/Freezer with pull handles, wheels, BT, app controlled Dual Zones, Independently charged swappable Li Batteries and covers. Plans on getting a non wheeled 24q ($150-60) for a more portable addition to my set....use mainly for drinks and ice packs. I found and sold another one for another $100 off so 10x coolers and 3x 12v fridges For around $600-$700 and I'm set for the next couple of years on Refrigeration needs in the Field! What people are willing to pay for a Yeti or that Oyster much less a Dometic or similar fridge I got a whole lot more bang for my Buck and while they may not be as pretty, have that brand name/logo or the Longevity they should perform as well as I can expect in the next 5 years at least and if they Don't I can Ezily Replace them as opposed to being out a couple hundred bucks per box.
@theoutdoorempire
3 ай бұрын
Daggum if that's not some fine bargain shopping! Nice work, kudos.
@freshkryp69
27 күн бұрын
Pawn shops.. Got a nice size Rtic roto molded cooler for $35. Keeps ice for days, in FL. Im sure some of you wouldn't get caught dead in a pawn shop, this info isnt for you.
@Zhurak
2 ай бұрын
I wonder how different colors of the exact same cooler perform against each other. i would imagine white would be the best but maybe color has no bearing on its function, could be a cool future test.
@theoutdoorempire
2 ай бұрын
Definitely, it's on my list. Thanks for bringing it up.
@solocupsux
2 ай бұрын
In my line of work I need a cooler where it keeps ice for upto 13hrs without melting in the summer time. I had been through tons of 30-60 dollar coolers and they only keep ice for upto 3-4 hours and then another hour til the melted water is warm. My coolers sit in around 120+ temperatures for 8-13 hour day's and my Yeti Roadie 15 has been the best one holding upto the temperatures and keeping my water, lunch/dinner, and cooling towels on point for me
@marka.200
4 ай бұрын
Summary: The host tests 38 coolers for ice retention in an outdoor setting. Previously, the Orion Core 65 and Cabela's Polar Ice Cap won with 28 coolers tested. This challenge includes 1,700 lbs of ice, 38 coolers, and 22 new brands. New brands include Kong, Maluna, BrewMate, Hooked, Frosted Frog, and Australian brands iCeTech and Techni Ice. The coolers range from 45 to 75 quarts, except for the unique 24-quart Oyster Tempo. Testing parameters include the presence of ice, soda can suspension, and temperature checks. Testing environment is outdoor with varying weather conditions, not climate-controlled. The first day involved breaking up ice for consistency; coolers started from similar temperatures. Throughout 10 days, many coolers retained ice; cooler performance was closely monitored. Observations were made on ice levels, cooler color impact, and outdoor temperature effects. Notable brands such as Orca, Arctic, and Yeti maintained ice well in the first 10 days. Frosted Frog injection-molded coolers melted quicker than others. Ice retention varied with weather; rain and cold days slowed the melting process. By day 11, 12 coolers had no ice, but still maintained cold temperatures. Larger coolers and smaller ones performed similarly in ice retention. After 14 days, several medium-sized coolers were out of ice but kept items cold. Smaller coolers like Yeti Ro 48 impressed with extended ice retention. Final results showed the Orion Core 65 and Orca 58 were top performers from previous tests. Cabela’s Polar Ice Cap 60 lasted 16 days, outperforming its previous record. Maluna Blaze Orange retained ice for 17 days, winning the challenge. Overall, 16 coolers tied for first place after 10 days, 12 coolers dropped out after 11 days. Price-to-performance analysis showed more expensive coolers generally offer better ice retention.
@theoutdoorempire
3 ай бұрын
Wow, great Cliff's notes!
@GiselleTrujillo
5 ай бұрын
THIS WAS SO MUCH FUN!!!
@BigInjun05
8 ай бұрын
I'll be picking up that oyster I know it's $500 right now but it's a. Cooler that doesn't need ice. The ice packs do a perfect job for short camps.
@theoutdoorempire
8 ай бұрын
Ya, it is nice for shorter jaunts. It's great with ice too, keeps drinks super cold!
@frankiethefrog1752
22 күн бұрын
12v coolers also exist…
@wicked1k784
4 ай бұрын
Easily the largest cooler guru on the net. I’m stuck between the brumate, Roadie, and tundra. If you had to stick with one of those three forever, which would you choose and why?
@theoutdoorempire
4 ай бұрын
Oh man, that's a tough one. I'm not sure what you're into and that would probably be the deciding factor. For tailgates, BBQs, and beach days with a little camping sprinkled in there, I'd go with the Brumate. For hunting, fishing, tossing in and out of a truck, or something like whitewater rafting and long campouts, I'd go with the Tundra. For something more in the middle of those two scenarios, like some camping and some of that other day use stuff, but nothing that requires a ton of space, gets a ton of abuse, or requires mixed drinks, I'd go with the Roadie. And FYI, neither the Roadie nor the Brumate are bear-resistant certified. So if you need a cooler you can lock up and use in some national parks and places with bears that require that where a park ranger will check, the Tundra is the only one of those three that is IGBC approved.
@tomchepey2999
2 ай бұрын
Very impressive video I really appreciate all your work that you’ve done on this. It’s very useful information.
@theoutdoorempire
2 ай бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@kipbarnhill8848
4 ай бұрын
Feels like for most scenarios any cooler would work just fine.
@theoutdoorempire
3 ай бұрын
You're not wrong.
@Zschoche392
2 ай бұрын
Should three in a shiti cooler for new production cooler testing but it would be cool to see you compare against some quality vintage coolers.
@jadenkrosis3087
9 ай бұрын
Neighbors: dude is building an army of assault coolers.
@theoutdoorempire
9 ай бұрын
Questions are being raised at the HOA meetings.
@jenniferbrennan2413
8 ай бұрын
Love these reviews. It is hard to make a good decision on a decent cooler, currently own a Lifetime 55 and a Lifetime 28. (Amount a few older Coleman) Still looking for a good rotomold at 65 qt or better. Man my wife would kill me if I owned all these coolers. Lol
@theoutdoorempire
8 ай бұрын
Hahaha. Lucky for me, my wife acknowledges my cooler problem graciously. But they did have to move out of the house into a storage unit. 😂
@mosi
2 ай бұрын
Picked up that ozark trail for $30 on clearance, worth every penny.
@theoutdoorempire
2 ай бұрын
Wow! Can't beat that.
@crustycarter
2 ай бұрын
i got my coleman vintage cooler(the green metal one) a few years ago for about 60 bucks while i love it i can’t not imagine spending 200 on it
@theoutdoorempire
2 ай бұрын
Times are changing!
@SeanKloosterman
11 күн бұрын
What about testing Job site coolers? Like Dewalt, Milwauke and Makita.
@michaelcarney2975
5 ай бұрын
Review doesn’t start until 9 minutes
@thewanderingginger871
2 ай бұрын
My hero
@graysonbaker5131
Ай бұрын
There's chapters to the video......
@cglarsen26
5 ай бұрын
Love graphs - thank you.
@theoutdoorempire
5 ай бұрын
I also love graphs. Thanks for watching!
@ronvosick8253
10 ай бұрын
Kong and Maluna..yes
@theoutdoorempire
10 ай бұрын
Got 'em in there this time!
@ronvosick8253
10 ай бұрын
Now I'm going to save some money for the top contender..excellent reviews. Thanks!
@quintonwinslow9354
10 ай бұрын
We’ve got a 25 year old Icytek. Latches have been broken for years. Still comes to the woods to hold food every trip
@theoutdoorempire
10 ай бұрын
Can't complain about that, awesome!
@dylan_huntnz
9 ай бұрын
whoohoo up the kiwis
@Jawsjawsjawsrg
7 күн бұрын
I've just bought the Maluna 111 qt. cooler for almost half of what you paid for that 70 qt. They sell some factory blemished coolers for about haft off and one area and they where trying to get ride of them for the year so I got even more off. The only problem is how difficult it is to fit in any vehicle.
@loganhaney9038
3 ай бұрын
I would love to see an analysis of performance vs. weight. Some of those large coolers are heavy and cumbersome to move around.
@theoutdoorempire
3 ай бұрын
That's the truth. But once any 50+ qt cooler is filled with ice, it's a heavy mammer jammer.
@ScarferBrad
10 ай бұрын
Told ya Maluna would be the winner
@theoutdoorempire
10 ай бұрын
👊 Nailed it!
@GiselleTrujillo
5 ай бұрын
This is amazing! Thank you so much for all your work!!! I appreciate it!
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