You have several sizes and configurations to choose from if you decide to go with a Coleman Xtreme Cooler. They include 28-quart, 52-quart, 62-quart, 70-quart, 100-quart, and 120-quart models. The 62-quart and 100-quart models come in wheeled configurations while all other sizes do not come with wheels. So with the Xtreme name comes increased ice retention. But how much? Coleman states that they will keep items cool for anywhere from 3 to 6 days, depending on which model you go with. But is this best-case where you aren’t opening it? What about if you are out in 100-degree heat and opening the cooler every 30 minutes? There’s nothing quite like that first cup of tea or coffee in the morning on a camping trip. So make sure you don’t miss out by adding camping mugs and kettle to your outdoor gear. Decathlon’s selection of camping mugs is made from plastic or hardwearing steel, while our camping kettles can be conveniently boiled on your camping stove. We’ve even got whistling camping kettles that will tell you when it’s ready for you to make your brew. However, that was with a big 33L trunk of a cooler. And although it performed well and could take a lot of items, there were a few improvements needed: There are a variety of handle options depending on which model you go with. For the 28-quart model, there is an overhead comfort-grip bail. This is a very comfortable bail and does a good job of controlling this relatively small cooler.

It is worth mentioning that not every single one of the Coleman Xtreme Marine Coolers has yet been updated to follow this standard. Currently, only the 120-Quart Xtreme 5 and 150-Quart Xtreme 6 do. However, Coleman states that their 100-Quart and 28-Quart are capable of 5 days and 3 days, respectively. The Xtreme Marine line is Coleman’s updated and improved offering for those in the market for marine coolers. They come with the patented Thermozone insulation but in higher amounts than the conventional Coleman marine products. Also, upgrades to the frame itself have been implemented which results in a slimmer, more aesthetic body while also being much more rigid. There are multiple selections of shapes and sizes. The larger sizes can come with either 4 molded cup holders while the smaller ones come with 2 and all sizes come with carrying handles. Sizes available include 28, 100, 120, and 150 quarts and all products are made of plastic. Insulation Ability – The major issue here is that, despite the decision to use stainless steel hinges (which is a good one), Coleman decided to screw these directly into the plastic and not provide a strap to hold the lid open. The result of this is that when you open it and apply any significant force to the lid you will slowly pull out the screws holding the strap down! This can be a huge headache and essentially ruin the cooler much faster than we would have hoped. There have also been some updates to the styling of certain sizes. The conservative and “bubbly” curves not are much sharper and give off a level of modernity that the older style doesn’t possess. But it is still a work in progress and we would like to see an increase in color choices. Cost –The Coleman Xtreme Marine Coolers follow a similar naming pattern, with a single number coming at the end of the product name. This number represents how many days it can keep items cool. All Coleman Xtreme Marine Coolers are only available in white. This is likely due in part to the UV-resistant coating that is on them. A colored cooler will likely fade over time and become less attractive so Coleman avoids this issue by simply making them all white. Unlike other manufacturers, Coleman rigid coolers are insulated with Polyurethane insulation (PU). PU is a very dense and an excellent insulator filling the entire internal cavity of the cooler, leaving no air gaps and so improving its insulating efficiency.

The Coleman Xtreme Coolers are an upgraded version of their conventional chest coolers and are intended for those people looking for cooling power that needs to last for several days. It contains extra thermozone insulation that will reportedly keep items cool for up to 6 days. It comes in a couple of color options, has wheeled configurations, and is available in 28, 52, 62, 70, 100, and 120-quart options. All choices have attached handles for convenience and are made of plastic. Insulation Ability – Storage Size: 28, 52, 62, 70, 100, and 120 quart sizes Construction: Plastic composition Cost: Budget-priced Features: Xtreme insulation technology, ThermOZONE insulation, Hinged lid, Built-in cup holders, Two-way rotating handles, Wheeled configurations Pros: Good price for what you are getting, Decent insulation, Has optional wheels for easy transport Cons: Weak handles, Hinges can come loose Depending on which size and type of Coleman Xtreme Cooler you go with, they will come with a unique color scheme as well as design. They seem to be in the process of updating the design of some of their Xtreme Coolers. You will find pretty noticeable differences in looks between, say, the 52-quart Xtreme 5 Cooler and the 120-quart Xtreme 6 Cooler. Several features make Coleman Xtreme Coolers stand out from other Coleman products so let’s go over a few. That being said, they will eat into some of the storage volume of the cooler, hence why the storage volume of the wheeled coolers is a bit less than other similar-sized Coleman Xtreme Coolers without wheels. Coleman Xtreme Cooler AestheticsYou will find that the Coleman Xtreme Cooler lineup is very reasonably priced. There will be a slight up-charge for the Marine line but even it is still much cheaper than many of the other options out there. This more affordable asking price does result in slightly lower ice life and fewer features than much of the premium competition. Also, the coolers themselves won’t be quite as tough. However, it is a good compromise. Also, you will find that all Xtreme Coolers have the Coleman Have-A-Seat Support Lid. This robust lid design allows you to put up to 250 pounds on top of it. This makes it a great makeshift seat or, in a pinch (and with proper support), it can also be used as a temporary step stool. We have also found this feature helpful when you need some extra seats around the campfire.

Expect to pay in the high intermediate tier for this product, depending on size and availability. Remember that our value figures are based on dollars per quart. So smaller sizes will tend to fall higher into the intermediate price tier while lower ones will be closer to the budget price tier. This is a respectable price point for these coolers given their performance and features. Overall Rating–While we didn’t see quite the numbers that Coleman stated, they weren’t too far off. This does bring up an interesting point, however. Coleman simply states that their coolers will “keep food cold” for up to a certain period. This could be interpreted differently from how long it keeps ice, as even cold water could do a good job of keeping items cold. Because of this, we feel that their stated cooling performance is pretty accurate. And the results, particularly in the larger sizes, show that Coleman Xtreme Coolers can keep up with the ice retention values on some of the more popular premium coolers on the market. To get a better idea of real-life results, we did some of our in-house tests. Our go-to method is to fill the cooler approximately ½ full with ice and leave it outside. We will then open it every half hour or so to emulate real-life use. The results were as follows: The supposed day ranges go from 3 to 6 days. As you might expect, these numbers are higher than what Coleman states their non-Xtreme coolers are good for. We will test the accuracy of these ice numbers further below. Coleman Xtreme Cooler Features These coolers, despite their updated slim design, are a bit heavier than most budget coolers. This is likely due to the improved levels of insulation which we think are worth it. Reinforced lids and steel hardware have also been used, meaning that they can take a pretty good beating and you can even put up to 250 pounds on top of them without an issue. They also come with the specialized UV coating that protects the cooler from harsh conditions from the sun as well as stainless steel hardware that combats rust. For carrying, all Coleman Xtreme Marine Coolers come with either a comfort-grip bail handle (28-quart model) or a comfort-grip swing handle (100, 120, and 150-quart models). These handles are very intuitive and allow for 180 degrees of rotation. Since there are no wheeled options, you won’t find any that have tow handles. And all models also come with either 2 or 4 cup holders for added convenience.