Keep food and drinks ice cold on your camping trip with the top coolers for camping. Many models are bear-proof certified by the Interagency Grizzly Bear Committee and include locks to increase security.

Some models are tailored specifically to you and feature extras that make travelling simpler than ever before.

Thermoelectric Coolers

Thermoelectric coolers provide an easy, portable way to keep beverages and food cold on-the-go. Many are designed to fit between captain’s seats in a car or on the back seat, making them great for road trips. When powered through either your vehicle’s cigarette lighter, power bank, or generator with 240V input voltage they are simple to use as they require no ice.

The main disadvantage of thermoelectric coolers is their dependence on ambient temperature; compressor models offer greater cooling options in extremely hot climates. If you plan on spending extended time in extremely warm environments, compressor units might be better.

Some models can serve double duty as warmers, bringing food and drinks up to serving temperatures. And van lifers or outdoor adventurers looking to cook on the move will appreciate having dual zones so that both cold-stored foods such as refrigerated and frozen ones can be stored at their appropriate temperatures – some models even feature built-in cup holders!

Thermoplastic Coolers

Coolers do more than keep food and beverages cold; they also shield critters from devouring your edibles and playing with them! By keeping animals away from food sources, coolers help preserve wildlife by protecting against contamination with human toxins or diseases as well as reduce waste produced during camping trips.

Rotational molding (made popular by Yeti), and injection molding are among the top two hard-sided cooler designs available today, both using multiple pieces of plastic to produce coolers with reduced stress points and less likelihood of cracking.

Hard-sided coolers typically provide ample storage space and come equipped with removable dividers to help organize your food, providing the maximum opportunity for partitions without significantly decreasing capacity. They scored highest in our organization category.

Thermoglass Coolers

Durability should always be at the forefront when shopping for a camping cooler. Considerations include size, whether or not it has been certified bear-resistant (essential if you camp near bears) and features like interior trays or built-in wheels to make transport simpler. Premium hard-sided coolers such as Yetis have proven especially long-lived over time – my family owns one since 2008 that still looks brand new!

Before purchasing, be sure to investigate whether your chosen hard-sided cooler comes with an attractive warranty; most manufacturers provide five-year coverage while soft-sided models usually only cover for three. Lastly, look out for features such as drain plugs that will make emptying out melted ice easier; most coolers offer either a screw-on cap or channel drain design that helps direct water out without spillage; these features can come in handy when replenishing your cooler often during a trip.

Thermoplastic Cooler Bags

Soft cooler bags can be an ideal option for many campers. Compared to their hard counterparts, soft ones retain ice for up to two days longer and are easier to transport – plus many feature drainage systems to minimize odors as well as lockable lids for bear-proof camping!

However, these bags come with some downsides: They’re less durable and leak more easily than their harder-sided counterparts; in addition, their opening style and closure system differ between options; some, like Yeti Hopper M30 above, feature rigid magnet-equipped openings that require considerable force to remain open during loading and unloading; other models, like RTIC Soft Pack or Arctic Zone Titan Deep Freeze have wraparound designs which make opening easier while being resistant to leakage.

Soft-sided coolers tend to have smaller capacities than their hard counterparts, making them suitable for casual day trips and road travel, but dedicated outdoor enthusiasts should invest in a more durable model.