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The best options are easy to carry thanks to adjustable straps and keep your stuff cold for days.

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It also has a convenient zippered side pocket to store things like your car keys or phone.

After three months of real-world use, Grant notes that the bag still looks and feels brand-new.

STATE Wellington Cooler

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A separate zippered pocket for smaller items wouldve been a welcome addition.

A watertight zipper along with welded seams keep things 100 percent leakproof.

The only thing we missed?

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A separate zippered pocket for stuff like car keys, a phone, orsunscreen.

The sternum strap isnt adjustable, so it wont work for everyone.

Scratches may occur over prolonged use.

A person removes a canned drink from the STATE Wellington Cooler

A drainage port makes it easy to expel any melted ice.

More padding in the shoulder straps would make it easier to carry comfortably when the cooler is fully loaded.

After three months of real-world use, the cooler has shown zero signs of wear and tear.

The STATE Wellington Cooler sits in grass

The closing system isnt waterproof or air-tight, and the straps could use a bit more padding.

Simply turn it inside out and let it air dry before you have to repack.

Larger parties may need more storage.

The STATE Wellington Cooler before use

It features a wide zippered opening that makes accessing the coolers 17-liter inside a breeze.

The TPU-coated exterior is also plenty durable, while a water-resistant inner lining makes it easy to clean.

And multiple exterior pockets let you easily haul more stuff.

The STATE Wellington Cooler sits on grass

That being said, the quality of the cooler has held up well.

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After three months of use, the cooler still looks brand-new and performs perfectly.

A person removes a canned drink from the STATE Wellington Cooler

When we laid it on its back, water leaked through the zipper.

Wed also welcome some external pockets or additional storage.

We tested our beach coolers for quality, insulation, portability, capacity, and value.

The STATE Wellington Cooler sits in grass

and plan to reserve at least two-thirds of your cooler for the ice or cold packs.

That should help narrow your options.

Then, wipe down everything with a dry cloth or let the cooler dry out open in the sun.

The STATE Wellington Cooler before use

Never store a cooler with moisture still inside as it could contribute to mildew.

Hydro Flask 26 L Day Escape Tote

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Pelican Dayventure Backpack Cooler

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Closeup interior Pelican Dayventure Backpack Cooler packed with ice and cans

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Person scooping ice into Pelican Dayventure Backpack Cooler

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Pelican Dayventure Backpack Cooler on sand next to towel

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Closeup interior Pelican Dayventure Backpack Cooler packed with ice and cans

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Person scooping ice into Pelican Dayventure Backpack Cooler

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Closeup person adjusting strap Pelican Dayventure Backpack Cooler

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Closeup strap Pelican Dayventure Backpack Cooler

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Pelican Dayventure Backpack Cooler on sand next to towel

Yeti Tundra Haul Wheeled Cooler

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RTIC Outdoors 30-Can Backpack

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A person places a bag of food into the RTIC Insulated Soft Cooler Bag

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Drinks and ice inside the RTIC Insulated Soft Cooler Bag

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Drinks and ice inside the RTIC Insulated Soft Cooler Bag

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Monti the Mayfly Cooler

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A person carries the Monti The Mayfly 14L Cooler by the strap

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A person pours ice into the Monti The Mayfly 14L Cooler

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A person places a can into the Monti The Mayfly 14L Cooler

A person pours ice into the Monti The Mayfly 14L Cooler

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Dbest Products Ultra Compact Cooler Smart Cart

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dbest Products Ultra Compact Cooler filled with ice and drinks

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dbest Products Ultra Compact Cooler filled with ice and drinks

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dbest Products Ultra Compact Cooler filled with ice and drinks

dbest Products Ultra Compact Cooler filled with ice and drinks

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Calpak Insulated 17L Soft-Sided Cooler

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Brumate Brutank 35-Quart Rolling Cooler

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BrüTank 35-Quart Rolling Cooler open and filled with ice and drinks

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BrüTank 35-Quart Rolling Cooler open and filled with ice and drinks

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Tourit 30 Cans Cooler Backpack on sand

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The Get Out Cooler Bag displayed beach blanket on sand with nearby flip flops

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A person carries the Monti The Mayfly 14L Cooler by the strap

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