The cooler ads you’ve seen probably have confused you as they tend to present the item intricately. However, take a look at outdoor coolers at foodplusice by yourself, you’ll see that basically, a cooler is an insulated container, nothing more, nothing less.

The technology behind that insulation, though, does vary from one brand to another. And among the campers and picnic-goers, Coleman is the brand that reigns the market. Here, you’ll learn three alternatives to that brand that can still maintain the quality and portability.

1. Igloo MaxCold 70

Just like Coleman Xtreme, Igloo MaxCold can hold up the freezing temperature inside the container for 6 to 7 days, depending on the outside temperature and the weather. When put to the test during scorching summer by our team in 2017, Coleman Xtreme won by lasting one day longer than Igloo. However, a feature that makes Igloo superior is its versatility when you want to keep your beers cool on board. Igloo has a drain port that can be attached to a hose so that you can channel the water without having to lift or move the container. This port may sound simplistic, but once you travel with Igloo, you’ll realize how smart that design is.

Moreover, Igloo MaxCold is sturdy enough to withstand 185 lbs. Not only can it store your beverage supply, but it can also be a functional sit on your boat/vehicle.

2. RTIC 65

Now, this cooler is a little bit too extreme. With dimensions that are one inch longer than the regular size container, which is at 29.5 inches long by 16.5 inches wide by 16 inches high, RTIC 65 is your most reliable cooler if you want to go outdoors for a week to ten days.

However, this container is more well-suited for camping than picnics because its insulation and the material make it weigh around 36.5 lbs. It’s not that portable to carry around for a walk in the park. However, if you have this cooler, you won’t need to buy another one when you want to go for a camping trip.

3. Otterbox Trooper LT 30 Cooler

Now that we’ve discussed the hard coolers, we’ll talk about the soft one. If you want to go to a concert or a sports event, you need to know that they usually forbid hard coolers to enter the venue. Therefore, you should consider buying a soft cooler if you often go to such events. Besides, many soft coolers are designed to resemble a backpack for maximum mobility and storage efficiency (you can store it easily in your wardrobe or closet at your home). And unlike most soft coolers that cannot keep the ice for more than a day, Otterbox Trooper can keep your supply fresh for two to three days. If you want to camp and have a BBQ and grill night, then this cooler can be your savior.