January 2, 2026

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10 Best mid size coolers of 2026

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1

Igloo
Igloo Quart Cooler with Cool Riser Technology
Main highlights

Durable Lightweight Design
Heavy duty blow-molded construction with reinforced base ensures strength and longevity.

Ideal for Extended Trips
Perfect for camping, hunting, and outdoor adventures with 4-5 day ice retention.

Outstanding Ice Retention
Customers praise its ability to keep ice for extended periods.
Key specs
- Insulation:Foam
- Capacity:23 Liters
- Color:Gray and Blue
- Dimensions:19.59 x 13.25 x 15.7 inches
- Weight:10.34 Pounds
9.9

Exceptional

Our Rating

9.3
Durability

9.1
lasts a long time

8.9
worth the money
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2

Igloo
Igloo BMX 25 Quart Green and Orange
Main highlights

Durability and Ice Retention
Heavy-duty construction with 4-5 day ice retention and UV protection.

Ideal for Outdoor Adventures
Perfect for camping, road trips, and beach outings.

Praised for Ease of Use
Lightweight, easy to carry, and secure T-grip latches.
9.8

Exceptional

Our Rating

9.1
lasts a long time

9.1
Durability

8.9
worth the money
3

Coleman
Coleman Chiller 16qt Insulated Portable Cooler with Ice Retention & Large Carry Handle, Made in USA, Great for Camping, Tailgating, Parties, Sports, Concerts, Lunches & More
Main highlights

Superior Ice Retention
TempLock insulation keeps drinks ice cold for up to 48 hours.

Versatile Usage
Ideal for beach trips, picnics, camping, and tailgating.

Sturdy Construction
Customers praise its durability and effective temperature retention.
9.7

Exceptional

Our Rating

9.1
Durability

8.7
worth the money

8.7
Light weight
4

Coleman
Coleman Chiller 30qt Insulated Portable Cooler with Ice Retention & Large Carry Handle, Made in USA, Great for Camping, Tailgating, Parties, Sports, Concerts & More
Main highlights

Superior Ice Retention
TempLock insulation keeps drinks ice cold for extended periods.

Perfect for Outdoor Adventures
Ideal for beach trips, picnics, camping, and tailgating.

Highly Praised Portability
Large-grip bail handle makes it easy to carry.
9.6

Exceptional

Our Rating

9.9
lasts a long time

9.9
Durability

9.9
movability
5

Coleman
Coleman Classic Series Insulated Portable Cooler, Leak-Resistant Outdoor Hard Cooler Keeps Ice up to 5 Days, 52/70/120/150 Quart
Main highlights

Fully Insulated Design
Lid and body keep ice for up to 3 days in 90°F.

Ideal for Outdoor Adventures
Perfect for camping, beach trips, and sports events.

Praised Durability
Customers appreciate its sturdy build and leak-proof design.
Key specs
- Insulation:Insulated,Portable
- Capacity:49 Liters
- Color:Rock Grey
- Dimensions:25.6 x 14.8 x 16.5 inches
- Weight:8.7 Pounds
9.4

Excellent

Our Rating

9.1
Simple to clean

8.2
lasts a long time

8.2
Durability
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Coleman
Coleman Chiller 48qt Insulated Portable Cooler with Ice Retention & Heavy-Duty Handles, Made in USA, Great for Camping, Tailgating, Parties, Sports, Concerts & More
Main highlights

Ice Retention Feature
TempLock insulation ensures drinks stay ice cold for days.

Versatile Use Cases
Ideal for camping, tailgating, picnics, and beach outings.

Praised Ice Retention
Customers love its ability to keep ice for extended periods.
9.3

Excellent

Our Rating

9.7
Temperature control

9.3
movability

8.0
Durability
7

Titan by Arctic Zone
Titan by Arctic Zone Deep Freeze Cooler - 16 Can Zipperless Hardbody Cooler with Deep Freeze Insulation, HardBody Liner, and SmartShelf - Sharkskin Gray
Main highlights

Zipperless Design for Quick Access
The TITAN DEEP FREEZE ZIPPERLESS HARDBODY COOLER features a patented, flip-open Zipperless lid for quick access to food and drinks, making it convenient and efficient.

Ideal for Beach Trips and Tailgates
Perfect for keeping food and beverages cold during travel, tailgates, picnics, and more, with Deep Freeze Performance Insulation and an integrated radiant heat barrier.

Highly Praised for Long Ice Retention
Customers love the cooler's ability to keep ice frozen for over 24 hours, with the HardBody liner and SmartShelf making it sturdy and organized.
Key specs
- Insulation:Deep Freeze Performance
- Capacity:12 Liters
- Color:Sharkskin Gray
- Dimensions:8 x 12.25 x 12.25 inches
- Weight:2.34 Pounds
9.0

Excellent

Our Rating

9.9
Simple to clean

9.7
Simple to use

9.5
Durability
8

Coleman
Coleman Chiller 9qt Portable Cooler Lunch Box with Ice Retention & Carry Handle, Made in USA, Great for Beach, Pool, Work, Lunches, Car, & More
Main highlights

Ice Retention Excellence
TempLock insulation keeps drinks ice cold for extended periods.

Versatile Use Cases
Ideal for camping, picnics, tailgating, and grocery transport.

Praised Portability
Customers love its easy-to-carry design with a sturdy handle.
8.8

Very Good

Our Rating

9.9
Temperature control

9.7
lasts a long time

9.7
movability
9

Igloo
Igloo Quantum 12 Quart Cooler, Sandstone/Red
Main highlights

Convenient Dry Storage Compartment
Features a unique dry storage compartment in the lid for securing keys and phones.

Ideal for Camping and Outdoor Events
Designed for camping with durable construction and cool riser technology for improved performance.

Durability and Cooling Performance
Customers praise its durability and ability to keep items cold for extended periods.
Key specs
- Insulation:Polyurethane Foam
- Capacity:12 Quarts
- Color:Sandstone/Blaze Red/Black
- Dimensions:12.4 x 11.5 x 12.53 inches
- Weight:1 Kilograms
8.7

Very Good

Our Rating

9.9
Simple to clean

9.7
worth the money

9.7
lasts a long time
10

Coleman
Coleman Xtreme 50qt Rolling Cooler with Wheels, Extra-Walled Insulation Keeps Ice up to 5 Days, Portable Wheeled Hard Chiller
Main highlights

Extended Ice Retention
Xtreme technology keeps ice up to 5 days, ideal for hot weather.

Versatile Use Cases
Perfect for camping, beach trips, or outdoor events.

Praised Ice Retention
Customers love its ability to keep contents cold for days.
Key specs
- Insulation:Insulated, Wheeled
- Capacity:50 Quarts
- Color:Black
- Dimensions:22.6 x 17.6 x 17.7 inches
- Weight:12.7 Pounds
8.5

Good

Our Rating

9.3
Comfort

9.1
worth the money

8.4
lasts a long time

10 Best mid size coolers of 2026

1

Igloo Quart Cooler with Cool Riser Technology

9.3

9.1

8.9

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2

Igloo BMX 25 Quart Green and Orange

9.1

9.1

8.9

3

Coleman Chiller 16qt Insulated Portable Cooler with Ice Retention & Large Carry Handle, Made in USA, Great for Camping, Tailgating, Parties, Sports, Concerts, Lunches & More

9.1

8.7

8.7

4

Coleman Chiller 30qt Insulated Portable Cooler with Ice Retention & Large Carry Handle, Made in USA, Great for Camping, Tailgating, Parties, Sports, Concerts & More

9.9

9.9

9.9

5

Coleman Classic Series Insulated Portable Cooler, Leak-Resistant Outdoor Hard Cooler Keeps Ice up to 5 Days, 52/70/120/150 Quart

9.1

8.2

8.2

6

Coleman Chiller 48qt Insulated Portable Cooler with Ice Retention & Heavy-Duty Handles, Made in USA, Great for Camping, Tailgating, Parties, Sports, Concerts & More

9.7

9.3

8.0

7

Titan by Arctic Zone Deep Freeze Cooler - 16 Can Zipperless Hardbody Cooler with Deep Freeze Insulation, HardBody Liner, and SmartShelf - Sharkskin Gray

9.9

9.7

9.5

8

Coleman Chiller 9qt Portable Cooler Lunch Box with Ice Retention & Carry Handle, Made in USA, Great for Beach, Pool, Work, Lunches, Car, & More

9.9

9.7

9.7

9

Igloo Quantum 12 Quart Cooler, Sandstone/Red

9.9

9.7

9.7

10

Coleman Xtreme 50qt Rolling Cooler with Wheels, Extra-Walled Insulation Keeps Ice up to 5 Days, Portable Wheeled Hard Chiller

9.3

9.1

8.4

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