Dewalt DWST1-81333 TOUGHSYSTEM™ DS404 Cooler Box, Yellow, 15l

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Type: Thermoelectric | Capacity: 24L | Cold performance: 4-5 days | Material: Polyfoam | Weight: 4.6kg | Size: 38 x 24.5 x 42 cm What we like

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Holidaying with a large group, or throwing a big garden party? In this case, a cool box will likely meet your needs better than a cooler bag.All cool boxes performed OK, but all the electric cool boxes we tested performed better than passive ones. The best cool boxes have features that improve portability, such as wheels and extendable handles. The worst have uncomfortable handles and are heavy to carry. Durability Whilst it may look relatively large and cumbersome, the top and side carry handles make it surprisingly portable. Weatherproof and leakproof, it can also keep dust and water out and your contents completely safe and protected from the elements, whatever the weather may bring. To replicate getting bits in and out of the bag, we opened and closed it at regular intervals throughout the test.

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Compressor cool boxes These top-of-the range coolers usually start at 40 litres and resemble a mini-fridge. They need plugging in, and hi-tech models are available that can be controlled with apps. MAKPAC. The connector case system designed for the professional. Strong and collapsible carry handles make the connector cases easy to move and store. Rounded grips make it easy to remove the individual cases. Portability - Whilst many cool boxes are large and bulky, you should look for features that make it more portable, such as wheels, carry handles, telescope handles or easy grip indents. Constructed with commercial grade PU foam insulation and a freezer-style lid gasket, ensuring ice retention up to five whole days With an Australian retro style design that’s available in a wide variety of bright colours, Mumsnet users rave about Icey-Tek Cube Cool Boxes for their high durability, impressive five-year warranty and excellent insulation that’ll keep your contents colder for longer than other boxes.

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Electric cool boxes Don’t require ice but they do require power. You either plug the box into your car (12V), the most common type of charger, or into the mains by a UK plug. They require constant power, though will still keep contents cool for a few hours if you unplug. You can get battery-powered boxes, but they’re less common and far more expensive.

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Type: Electric | Capacity: 8L | Cold performance: Unspecified | Material: Unspecified | Weight: 2.7kg | Size: 31 x 21 x 45cm What we like Size You'll generally find that cool boxes have larger capacities. You can get cool bags up to 50 litres, but if you need more consider a cool box instead. The good quality ones without electric are much better. I have a lovely Yeti.” (Brand vetted by mrsrobin) Our verdict Our tests showed some key differences between these two products that are worth considering before buying: A cool box keeps food and drink cool by insulating it from the outside environment. Unlike cool bags, which rely on the material properties of the bag to provide this insulation, there are different types of cool box. Some work in different ways:To help find you the most portable cool boxes, we tried carrying each half-filled cool box on an identical route so we could evaluate and identify any discomfort. Absorption cool boxes Similar in size and design to compressor cool boxes, but you can also power these with gas. Mumsnet parents love spending time in the great outdoors, whether that’s camping holidays or simply picnics and days out in the sunshine. If you’re heading on a long car journey during the height of summer, it certainly doesn’t take long for food and drink to get warm, even when stashed in the boot. High-performing and suitable for use all year round, the Coleman Xtreme is a robust and durable cooling box that can keep its contents chilled even on the hottest of summer days. With a UV guard coating and rustproof stainless steel hinges, it’s also hard-wearing enough to stand the test of time, whether your camping trips occur during a heatwave or over a weekend of torrential rain.