10 Best small ice chests of 2025

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1

RTIC
RTIC 8 QT Road Trip Personal Cooler, Small, Compact, Insulated, Portable Ice Chest Box for Food, Drink, Beverage, Beach, Camping, Picnic, Fishing, Boat, 12-Can Capacity, White and Grey
Main highlights

Durable Lightweight Design
The RTIC 8 QT Road Trip Cooler is durable and easy to carry, perfect for adventures.

Versatile Use Cases
Ideal for picnics, camping, beach outings, and more with 12-can capacity.

Excellent Cold Retention
Customers praise its ability to keep items cold for hours, even in hot weather.
9.9

Exceptional

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2

Igloo

Igloo Lilac Breeze 11 Qt Tag-Along Too Strapped Picnic Style Cooler
9.7

Exceptional

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3

Titan by Arctic Zone
Titan by Arctic Zone Deep Freeze Cooler - 9 Can Zipperless Hardbody Cooler with Deep Freeze Insulation, HardBody Liner, and SmartShelf - Process Blue
Main highlights

Key Features
Zipperless lid for quick access, Deep Freeze insulation, removable HardBody liner with SmartShelf, adjustable Backsaver strap, easy to clean.

Ideal Use Cases
Perfect for travel, tailgates, picnics, keeping food and beverages cold for up to two days. Holds up to 9 cans.

Customer Reviews
Most praised for its durability, effective insulation keeping items cold for days, and the convenience of the zipperless lid.
9.6

Exceptional

Our Rating

9.7
Simple to clean

9.5
Durability

9.3
Watertight
4

Pinnacle
Pinnacle 4.5-11 Liter Insulated Cooler Lunch Box Set Portable Camping/Picnic Hard Cooler –Coolbox Keeps Cool for 48 hrs. with Ice Retention–Heavy Duty Cooler for Beach, Grill, Tailgating, Small -med
Main highlights

Superior Quality Picnic Cooler
Dining outdoors has never been easier thanks to this sturdy, easy-to-carry cooler with ample space for all your favorite foods.

Ideal for Travel and Day Trips
Perfect for parties, picnics, cookouts, and more. Its 4.5-liter capacity is great for lunch or gatherings, and it fits in an RV or motorcycle trunk.

Highly Praised for Compact Size
Customers love its compact size, lightweight design, and long-lasting cold retention. Ideal for lunches, travel, and day trips.
9.5

Excellent

Our Rating

9.7
movability

9.3
Simple to clean

8.9
Temperature control
5

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.
9.4

Excellent

Our Rating

9.9
Simple to clean

9.7
worth the money

9.7
lasts a long time
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Coleman
Coleman Chiller 30qt Insulated Portable Cooler with Ice Retention & Large Carry Handle, Made in USA
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.
9.3

Excellent

Our Rating

9.9
lasts a long time

9.9
Durability

9.9
movability
7

Coleman
Coleman Cooler—Chiller 9 Quart Portable Cooler
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.
9.2

Excellent

Our Rating

9.9
Temperature control

9.7
lasts a long time

9.7
movability
8

Fit & Fresh
Cool Coolers By Fit & Fresh 4 Pack Slim Ice Packs, Quick Freeze Space Saving Reusable Ice Packs for Lunch Boxes or Coolers, Blue

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Main highlights

Slim Powerful And Bold
Measuring 4.75 x 0.5 x 5, these ice packs are slim, durable, reusable, and keep food and drinks cold for hours.

Ideal For Outdoor Adventures
Perfect for lunch bags, coolers, baby bags, and picnic totes. Great for beach trips, camping, and everyday use.

Praised For Durability And Size
Customers love their slim design, long-lasting cooling effect, and versatility in fitting various lunch boxes and coolers.
9.0

Excellent

Our Rating

9.9
Durability

9.9
Simple to clean

9.5
Watertight
9

Coleman
Coleman Chiller 16qt Insulated Portable Cooler with Ice Retention & Large Carry Handle, Made in USA
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.
8.9

Very Good

Our Rating

9.1
Durability

8.7
worth the money

8.7
Light weight
10

Igloo

Igloo 4 Qt Playmate Mini Hardsided Lunch Box Cooler, Purple
8.6

Very Good

Our Rating

10 Best small ice chests of 2025

1

RTIC 8 QT Road Trip Personal Cooler, Small, Compact, Insulated, Portable Ice Chest Box for Food, Drink, Beverage, Beach, Camping, Picnic, Fishing, Boat, 12-Can Capacity, White and Grey

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2

Igloo Lilac Breeze 11 Qt Tag-Along Too Strapped Picnic Style Cooler

3

Titan by Arctic Zone Deep Freeze Cooler - 9 Can Zipperless Hardbody Cooler with Deep Freeze Insulation, HardBody Liner, and SmartShelf - Process Blue

9.7

9.5

9.3

4

Pinnacle 4.5-11 Liter Insulated Cooler Lunch Box Set Portable Camping/Picnic Hard Cooler –Coolbox Keeps Cool for 48 hrs. with Ice Retention–Heavy Duty Cooler for Beach, Grill, Tailgating, Small -med

9.7

9.3

8.9

5

Igloo Quantum 12 Quart Cooler, Sandstone/Red

9.9

9.7

9.7

6

Coleman Chiller 30qt Insulated Portable Cooler with Ice Retention & Large Carry Handle, Made in USA

9.9

9.9

9.9

7

Coleman Cooler—Chiller 9 Quart Portable Cooler

9.9

9.7

9.7

8

Cool Coolers By Fit & Fresh 4 Pack Slim Ice Packs, Quick Freeze Space Saving Reusable Ice Packs for Lunch Boxes or Coolers, Blue

9.9

9.9

9.5

9

Coleman Chiller 16qt Insulated Portable Cooler with Ice Retention & Large Carry Handle, Made in USA

9.1

8.7

8.7

10

Igloo 4 Qt Playmate Mini Hardsided Lunch Box Cooler, Purple

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