Dewalt DWST1-81333 TOUGHSYSTEM™ DS404 Cooler Box, Yellow, 15l

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With a 51L capacity that can hold the equivalent of 76 330ml cans, it’s relatively big and bulky when full. That said, it comes with two gripped handles for comfortable carrying and multiple tie-down points to secure in your car during travel. When it’s time to relax in your tent, the four cup holders integrated into the lid can even be used to create a handy makeshift table. High-performing and suitable for use all year round, the Coleman Xtreme is a robust and durable cooling box that can keep its contents chilled even on the hottest of summer days. With a UV guard coating and rustproof stainless steel hinges, it’s also hard-wearing enough to stand the test of time, whether your camping trips occur during a heatwave or over a weekend of torrential rain. Type: Passive | Capacity: 66L | Cold performance: Up to 5 days | Material: High density polyethylene, polyurethane | Weight: 6.1kg | Size: 71 x 39 x 44 cm What we like Electric cool boxes Don’t require ice but they do require power. You either plug the box into your car (12V), the most common type of charger, or into the mains by a UK plug. They require constant power, though will still keep contents cool for a few hours if you unplug. You can get battery-powered boxes, but they’re less common and far more expensive. MAKPAC. The connector case system designed for the professional. Strong and collapsible carry handles make the connector cases easy to move and store. Rounded grips make it easy to remove the individual cases.

DeWalt DWST1-81333 DS404 TOUGHSYSTEM Cool Box

Whilst it may look relatively large and cumbersome, the top and side carry handles make it surprisingly portable. Weatherproof and leakproof, it can also keep dust and water out and your contents completely safe and protected from the elements, whatever the weather may bring. Type: 12V cool box | Capacity: 30L | Cold performance: Up to 16°C below ambient temperature when powered | Material: Plastic with polyurethane foam insulation | Weight: 5.4kg | Size: 48.5 x 36 x 50.5cm What we like We have an Icey-Tek, bought a few years ago and it's totally amazing.” (Reviewed by northerngirl2012) Our verdictWe have the Coleman Xtreme, new last year. It’s excellent. Keeps things cool beautifully.” (Recommended by Talipesmum) The best cool boxes have features that improve portability, such as wheels and extendable handles. The worst have uncomfortable handles and are heavy to carry. Durability Our tests showed some key differences between these two products that are worth considering before buying: Constructed with commercial grade PU foam insulation and a freezer-style lid gasket, ensuring ice retention up to five whole days

DEWALT DWST1-81333 DS404 TOUGHSYSTEM Cooler Box - Wickes

Type: Passive | Capacity: 25L | Cold performance: Up to 6 days | Material: Pressure-injected polyurethane insulation | Weight: 8kg | Size: 46 x 42.5 x 37.5cm What we like Type: Passive | Capacity: 51L | Cold performance: 5 days | Material: Plastic | Weight: 3.7kg | Size: 67 x 39 x 39 cm What we like Portability - Whilst many cool boxes are large and bulky, you should look for features that make it more portable, such as wheels, carry handles, telescope handles or easy grip indents.We love the two recessed can holders in the lid, and with the addition of a built-in bottle opener, you’re sure to have everything you need close to hand when it’s time to relax and enjoy the contents. We’d pair with the best handheld fan for the ultimate on-the-go cooling experience. Size You'll generally find that cool boxes have larger capacities. You can get cool bags up to 50 litres, but if you need more consider a cool box instead. The best cool boxes keep the contents chilled better for longer. The best electric cool boxes cooled the chilled bottles of water to an even lower temperature by the end of the day than when we put them in. Leakproof All cool boxes performed OK, but all the electric cool boxes we tested performed better than passive ones.

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We have a camping fridge. Plugs into the car lighter when we are out and about. Then at the camp, it is still cold enough to keep stuff fresh. Best camping item we got.” (Style of cool box recommended by Summerholidayorcovidagain) Our verdict With an Australian retro style design that’s available in a wide variety of bright colours, Mumsnet users rave about Icey-Tek Cube Cool Boxes for their high durability, impressive five-year warranty and excellent insulation that’ll keep your contents colder for longer than other boxes. Type: Passive | Capacity: 50L | Cold performance: 5 days to a week | Material: Food grade UV-resistant polyethylene | Weight: 16.3kg | Size: 47.3 x 71.8 x 49.5cm What we like

5. Best cooling box on wheels: Igloo Laguna 60 Roller Cool Box with Wheels

To help find you the most portable cool boxes, we tried carrying each half-filled cool box on an identical route so we could evaluate and identify any discomfort. To replicate getting bits in and out of the bag, we opened and closed it at regular intervals throughout the test. The good quality ones without electric are much better. I have a lovely Yeti.” (Brand vetted by mrsrobin) Our verdict

DeWalt DWST1-81333 DS404 25.5L ToughSystem IP65 Cool Box

The Yeti Tundra comes with a relatively eye-watering price tag, so you’ll certainly want the opportunity to use it regularly to make it worth the investment. If you’re concerned about value for money, however, reviewers and Mumsnet parents feel it’s worth every penny, especially if you’re starting to take your camping trips more seriously. If you’re heading on a long car journey during the height of summer, it certainly doesn’t take long for food and drink to get warm, even when stashed in the boot.A cool box keeps food and drink cool by insulating it from the outside environment. Unlike cool bags, which rely on the material properties of the bag to provide this insulation, there are different types of cool box. Some work in different ways: Type: Thermoelectric | Capacity: 24L | Cold performance: 4-5 days | Material: Polyfoam | Weight: 4.6kg | Size: 38 x 24.5 x 42 cm What we like