10 Best Ice Coolers 2025 in the United States

The YETI Hopper Flip 8 is a small, portable soft cooler that holds about 6 cans plus ice, making it ideal for personal use during activities like fishing, hiking, or picnics. Its ColdCell insulation, made from closed-cell foam, helps keep contents colder longer than many other soft coolers. The cooler’s waterproof DryHide shell and HydroLok zipper provide excellent durability against water, punctures, and rough outdoor conditions.

The YETI Tundra 45 Cooler in Desert Tan is highly recommended for outdoor enthusiasts who need a reliable and durable cooler for activities such as camping, hiking, fishing, and hunting. With a capacity of 45 quarts, it can hold up to 26 cans with a 2:1 ice-to-contents ratio, making it suitable for extended trips. The cooler’s impressive insulation, featuring up to 3 inches of PermaFrost Insulation and a thick FatWall design, ensures that ice stays frozen for extended periods, even in hot weather.

The YETI Tundra 65 is a highly durable and spacious cooler, making it a great choice for outdoor activities like fishing, camping, and backyard barbecues. With a capacity to hold a large amount of food, drinks, or even multiple fish, it can easily serve a small group for extended trips. Its standout feature is the thick PermaFrost insulation combined with the FatWall design, which helps keep ice frozen for a long time, often days, reducing the need to frequently add more ice.