Why buy a soft cooler?

Compared to hard models, soft coolers are considerably lighter, easier to carry, and often save you a good deal of cash. From burly waterproof options to packable designs that collapse down for easy storage, below we break down the top soft coolers of 2023.

What is the advantage of soft cooler?

The true benefit of soft sided coolers, however, is that they are collapsible. Because of this, they take up less storage space, unlike hard sided coolers that are made of hard plastic. You can roll them up and store them just about anywhere.

Is a soft cooler or hard cooler better?

Hard coolers are the better choice in terms of insulation performance. Because they are made from rotomolded plastic, they provide more consistent and effective insulation than soft-side coolers.

How long will soft cooler keep food cold?

Soft Cooler: 12 to 18 Hours

Quality soft coolers can be expected to keep ice frozen for less than 24 hours. They are more expensive than styrofoam options but are much more durable.

Do soft coolers keep things warm?

However, coolers don't really care if your food and drinks are warm or cold inside. They only do one thing: keep the temperature of what you put inside them. So it is through a process of thermal insulation that rigid coolers or soft coolers will work to keep the temperature you want.

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Do you put ice in a soft cooler?

The soft sided cooler that you get is nothing more than a bag with the cooling and freezer style lining that will keep things cold. You can put ice or ice packs in these bags, and the bags are very easy to close because they could zip or fold over.

How long do things stay cold in Yeti soft cooler?

If you're smart with your items and use a reasonable ratio of ice or cooler packs, the YETI Hopper M30 is capable of keeping food and drink cold for up to 3 days.

How do you keep drinks cold in a soft cooler?

Does a cooler bag work as well as a cooler?

Yes. The way we store food and beverages while on the go has never been easier or better. Whether you're going to the beach, camping, having a picnic, tailgating at a sports game, or even simply packing lunch for work, cooler bags work.

Do Yeti soft coolers work well?

The Yeti Hopper thermoregulates incredibly well for a soft-shell cooler. It is also about 10 times more expensive than most soft coolers on the market. Does it thermoregulate 10 times better than its cheap counterparts? No.

Are ice packs or cubes better for coolers?

Smaller, cubed ice will chill a cooler and the contents more quickly, but block ice melts at a much slower rate. Most pros use a mix of both to chill contents and achieve long-term ice retention to keep their cooler cold the longest.

Will dry ice damage a soft cooler?

Did we mention that dry ice is really cold? That means that it needs to be handled with care using thick gloves and that, if packed improperly, it could cause damage to your cooler and its contents.

Is RTIC as good as Yeti?

Yes, for the most part, it is. RTIC coolers are made from quality materials similar to Yeti and have almost the same design. Quality isn't much of an issue to both. The difference occurs in the warranty offered for RTIC products and the number of accessories compatible with the coolers.

Which type of cooler is best for cooling?

Does Yeti make a soft cooler?

What is a YETI Hopper® Cooler? It's the ice-for-days, tough-as-nails soft cooler. The YETI Hopper® Cooler is built to go the extra mile with its highly portable design and construction.

Why do you put salt on ice in a cooler?

To quickly chill room temperature beverages, load up your cooler and then sprinkle rock salt on top of the ice and close the lid. When salt is added to melting ice it lowers the freezing point, and in 30 minutes you'll have perfectly chilled drinks.

How much ice do I need for a 60 quart cooler?

Cooler manufacturers recommend about . 75 pounds of ice per quart.

Does a beverage cooler get as cold as a refrigerator?

Depending on the model, a beverage center can cool drinks to temperatures as low as 4 degrees Celsius. While this is a nice, refreshing temperature to enjoy a favourite drink, it will not keep ice cream frozen. Many compact fridges, on the other hand, can be set to temperatures lower than 4 degrees.

How many ice packs do you need for a cooler?

Specifically, regardless of the cooler size, you'll want twice the amount of ice packs as the amount of food or drink. Measuring the food and ice packs by weight and adding them to the cooler according to the 2:1 ratio is a surefire way to keep everything perfectly chilled.

How does a soft cooler work?

Soft-sided coolers are typically made of a durable nylon shell holding foam insulation, which is lighter and more portable. You really can't go wrong with either option; both will keep drinks cold for the long haul; just choose the option that fits best with your lifestyle.

Can you put ice cream in a Yeti cooler?

(Several hours later we had a mid-afternoon snack of delightfully soft ice cream.) Overall, the experiment was a delicious success— you can take ice cream to the beach with a Yeti Cooler!

What are the loops on a Yeti soft cooler for?

A few sewn loops on the cooler's exterior allow you to attach Yeti accessories, such as the SideKick Dry Gear Case, for small items like utensils. The cooler is coated with trademarked DryHide Shell, making it waterproof and resistant to punctures and UV rays.

How do I get the smell out of my Yeti soft cooler?

Go in with some Soapy Water

We will mix one part of soap into 5 parts of water and fill it up in a spray bottle. We will then spray it all over the inside of the cooler and let it rest (with the lid closed) for a day or so. After this, we will generously spray the inside with a water hose and allow it to air dry.