11 best cooler bags

In the warm season, city dwellers often go to nature to take a break from the city noise and heat. Someone prefers trips to the country, and someone loves picnics and trips. Both the one and the other have to take a lot of products on the road, which can quickly deteriorate when exposed to high temperatures, which would lead to poor health or even poisoning. To avoid this, you should purchase an isothermal bag or thermal container.

Such products allow you to keep food fresh for a long time, so they are suitable even for long journeys. The devices are containers with double walls made of impact-resistant plastic, between which there is a heat-insulating layer. Maintenance of cold occurs at the expense of special batteries.

Expertex expert.bigbadmole.com/en/ conducted a thorough analysis of the market, selecting the best 11 cooler bags. Our rating will help determine the choice of the best cooler bag or thermal container.

What to look for when choosing a cooler bag

Varieties. There are two types: thermo bags and thermal containers. Thermal bags differ in the time of preservation of the desired temperature, volume and, accordingly, dimensions. Cooler bags are more mobile and easier to transport, and containers are more suitable for transportation in vehicles, but they hold a significant amount of products, while keeping cold / heat longer.

1. Weight and volume. The more these parameters, the harder it is to move the cooler bag yourself. Decide how the thermal bag will be delivered to the destination. For hand luggage fit models up to 30 liters, and for a car from 40 liters and above.
2. External material manufacturing. Choose a cooler bag made of impact-resistant plastic, and in the case of a cooler bag, choose from a durable synthetic fabric that has water-repellent properties. It can be polyester, polyvinyl chloride, nylon, etc. These types of fabrics are easy to clean and dry quickly.
3. Internal material of manufacture. Some companies save by making the inner layer not from high-quality materials with reflective properties, but from ordinary polyethylene. If the thermo bag is made using the same PVC, then the products in it will remain fresh for 12 hours, and when they are equipped with cold batteries - within 24 hours. If polyethylene is used, then the storage time will be reduced to 2-3 hours.
4. Wall thickness. Feel the isothermal bag before you buy. If the walls are thin and the thermal insulation layer is not felt, the product will not be able to provide long-term cooling. Ideally, the thickness of polyurethane foam located between the walls should be at least 3-5 cm.
5. Pens, shoulder straps, rollers. With a small volume of the cooler bag, it is easy to carry in the hands or on the shoulder. For this, the product is equipped with comfortable handles or a belt with a soft backing. In the case of large volume, the models are equipped with rows of rollers for easy rolling and a telescopic (retractable) handle that we used to see, for example, in suitcases.
6. Locks. They are built in to protect the contents from attacks by dogs, cats and other animals. Most often, locks are located in the handles of the product. When choosing, check if they are securely closed.
7. Cold accumulators. The best is the presence of 4-5 batteries for an insulated bag of medium size. This number allows you to place them in the lid and walls. Do not forget that the greater the volume of the cooler bag, the greater the need for batteries.

Ranking of the best cooler bags

Nomination	a place	Name of product	price
Top Thermal Bags	1	ARCTICA 2000-20	3 224 ₽
	2	World Rider WR6516	5 290 ₽
	3	Thermos Collapsible Party Chest 48	1 965 ₽
	4	Ezetil Keep Cool Extreme 6	1 690 ₽
	5	ARCTICA 3000-10	1 650 ₽
	6	Ezetil Keep Cool Camping 30	2 880 ₽
	7	MOBICOOL Sail 17	2 190 ₽
	8	Onlitop Premium P-001	1 778 ₽
The best thermoboxes	1	Igloo MaxCold Contour 165	18 620 ₽
	2	Coleman 36 QT Xtreme	17 990 ₽
	3	ARCTICA 2000-10	1 790 ₽

Top Thermal Bags

ARCTICA 2000-20

Rating: 4.9

In the first place in the category is an isothermal bag of Russian production, made of high-quality and impact-resistant plastic. The case is smooth, and the lid has a compartment for carrying the phone, keys or other trifles. The cooler bag is equipped with a handle and a long shoulder strap for carrying. The volume is 20 liters, which allows you to store a fairly large amount of food and beverages. The temperature regime is maintained by the insulating layer. The manufacturer recommends using a cooler bag with cold batteries to increase the time it takes to keep the cold. When determining the number of batteries should be based on the calculation of 10 percent of the volume of thermobags.

World Rider WR6516

Rating: 4.8

The second line goes to the cooler bag, which is notable for its convenience and practicality. The product provides a temperature difference with the environment of 10-12 degrees. This is enough to preserve the freshness of drinks and food, both fresh and cooked for a long time. The volume of the thermo bag is 22 liters, so you can hold an adequate supply of food for the trip. The outer layer is made of durable synthetic fabric that is durable. Removable cooling system. Brushless motor ensures quality work. In the cooler bag there is a special compartment for drinks and several pockets.

Thermos Collapsible Party Chest 48

Rating: 4.8

The third position is occupied by an isothermal bag with an increased volume of 40 liters. The model will serve as an excellent alternative to bulky and heavy thermal containers. The cooler bag is equipped with two side handles and one top, located on the lid. The outer layer is made of durable synthetic fabric. Geometric seams prevent fluid flow. The cover and the front walls are made of high-impact, high-quality plastic. The thermobag folds easily and quickly, firmly locking in, which simplifies the storage process. The bottom and walls are removable, which also allows you to completely fold the product. When folded, the design takes up 75 percent less space, which distinguishes the cooler bag from any plastic thermal box.

Ezetil Keep Cool Extreme 6

Rating: 4.7

The fourth place goes to a mobile practical thermo bag. The outer layer is an easy-to-clean, durable nylon fabric, and the inner one is made using a seamless technology, which ensures no liquid leakage. The volume of the cooler bag is only 6 liters, but this is quite enough for a picnic trip, as it allows you to fit everything you need for a snack.The design is equipped with a long adjustable shoulder strap with a soft backing. After folding, the insulated bag can be stored in any, even small space, as the product takes up little space.

ARCTICA 3000-10

Rating: 4.6

In the fifth position is another cooler bag from the Russian manufacturer, the company ARCTICA. The model is compact in both unfolded and folded. Volume is 10 liters. The cooler bag is equipped with double handles and a long shoulder strap with a special backing that softens the load. External pockets are also provided. The outer layer of the thermal bag is made of durable and resistant to moisture and ultraviolet polyester with nylon inserts. The inner layer is made of environmentally friendly modern material PEVA, which allows you to keep a low temperature without batteries for 18 hours. When folded, the cooler bag is fixed with velcro, transforming into a small envelope.

Ezetil Keep Cool Camping 30

Rating: 4.6

The sixth line is occupied by a compact but capacious model of an insulating bag. The volume is 30 liters, which allows you to take on the road a large amount of food and beverages. The insulating layer in 10 mm ensures long preservation of the necessary temperature indicators. Without batteries, the thermobag keeps the temperature low for 10 hours. The design provides for both full opening of the lid and quick access through a special valve, which reduces the loss of cold. The outer layer is made of durable synthetic fabric, which is easy to clean, and the inner layer is made of PEVA with light reflecting. Tightness ensures no risk of accidental fluid flow. The thermo bag is equipped with double handles and a long shoulder strap with a soft backing. As users say in the reviews, the cooler bag is practical and reliable.

MOBICOOL Sail 17

Rating: 4.5

The seventh model is made in the form of a backpack. This design is more convenient for carrying, so the thermo bag is very popular among people who prefer hiking travel. The volume is quite large and is 17 liters. The outer layer of the product is made of durable polyester jacquard weave, and the inner layer is made of food material PEVA. Foamed polyethylene is used as an insulating layer. The model has a lot of outer pockets, which are suitable for placing various trifles: wallet, phone, keys, documents and other things. The top carrying handle and two adjustable shoulder straps with soft backing make it easy to transport the cooler bag.

Onlitop Premium P-001

Rating: 4.5

At the eighth position is a cooler bag, which differs from similar models by the presence of metal folding legs, which allow you to install the product on any surface for stability. The volume is 20 liters, which allows you to fit into the product a variety of products and drinks. The outer layer is made of durable and moisture resistant polyester. The walls and lid have plastic inserts with insulating layer. Above, between folding legs, there is a tissue membrane, which serves as a convenient place to put dishes or place other things, and you can also sit on it like on a high chair.

The best thermoboxes

Igloo MaxCold Contour 165

Rating: 4.9

The first place in the category is an American-made insulated container with an Ultratherm insulation layer. Differs large capacity, since the volume is 156 liters. This will provide a great company with food and drinks. It can also be used for professional purposes for the delivery of ready meals. The weight of thermobox (13 kg) and large dimensions are suitable only for transportation by car. The model is made of impact resistant plastic that is resistant to high loads. The design is equipped with reliable snap-on clasps, which exclude the accidental opening of the thermobox, and folding side handles. There is also a quick access valve, which reduces the loss of cold. The manufacturer recommends to fill the container with ice for longer preservation of low temperature. Being inside, it does not melt within 5 days.

Coleman 36 QT Xtreme

Rating: 4.8

The second line is occupied by a thermal container with a much smaller volume than the first model, it is only 34 liters. This had a positive effect on the weight and dimensions of the product. The manufacturer used Xtreme technology, which is an additional isothermal layer in the walls and the lid, due to which the low temperature inside is maintained for several days. Thermoboxing is made of environmentally friendly impact-resistant plastic, easy to clean using conventional means. The model is equipped with handles for more convenient transportation. During the rest thermoboxing can be used as a table. To do this, the lid provides space for installing glasses.

ARCTICA 2000-10

Rating: 4.7

The third position goes to an isothermal container from a Russian manufacturer. The volume is 10 liters, due to which provided compactness and low weight of the product. The design is equipped with a wide handle and a long adjustable shoulder strap with a soft backing. Thermobox made of impact-resistant smooth plastic that is easy to clean. Without cold batteries, the thermal box keeps the temperature low for 24 hours, and with their use the time is exactly doubled.

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Attention! This rating is subjective, is not advertising and does not serve as a guide to the purchase. Before buying, you should consult with a specialist.