{"id":2016025,"date":"2024-07-19T09:30:09","date_gmt":"2024-07-19T14:30:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/?p=2016025"},"modified":"2025-06-10T22:13:34","modified_gmt":"2025-06-11T03:13:34","slug":"brutank-cooler-review","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/brutank-cooler-review\/","title":{"rendered":"BruTank Cooler Review: This Cooler’s Fun Features Go Beyond Drink Storage"},"content":{"rendered":"As campers, glampers, boaters and partyiers, we at Taste Recipes<\/em> know the importance of ice-cold beverages for summer fun. After all, nothing brings the blues on a hot day more than lukewarm drinks. That's why our Product Testing Team tried many different coolers in our quest for the best. From the rugged Yeti Tundra to the budget-friendly Lifetime cooler<\/a>, our top picks impress with their generous size and indispensable durability. But only one option dazzles with its fun features, which take any boating trip from boring to rip-roaring: the BruTank cooler.\r\n\r\nThe BruTank 55-Quart Rolling Cooler<\/a> earned high marks in our tests for the best coolers<\/a>\u2014and not just because of its handsome look. Our Product Testing Team tried it alongside 11 popular options, where it secured its spot as one of our top six picks. It performed splendidly in most of our tests, including ice retention and longevity. But the real selling points are the numerous features this brisk beverage bearer boasts. Whether your party is taking place on a boat or during a tailgate, this cooler impresses on every outdoor occasion. Here's why we can't get enough of this fabulous and functional cooler.\r\n

What is the BruTank Cooler?<\/h2>\r\n\"Toha24\r\n\r\nThe BruTank 55-Quart Rolling Cooler<\/a> is a heavy-duty cooler made from BPA-, BPS- and BPF-free materials. It's built for style and features nine stunning shades: Denim, aqua, ocean swirl, alpine swirl, charcoal, light blue swirl, white, azure and blush. While we tested the behemoth 55-quart option, the BruTank cooler also comes in a smaller 35-quart size for smaller families and single folks.\r\n\r\nBut that's not all! Inside is a 2.8-gallon tank attached to an exterior tap. This ingenious inclusion lets folks fill up this insert with mixed drinks or water to bring along on the trail. With the tank installed, the cooler fits a whopping 40 pounds of ice\u2014plenty for filling up cups and keeping beverages cool. Additionally, the cooler is also capable of holding up to 50 12-ounce slim cans, 58 standard 12-ounce cans or 12 wine bottles standing upright with room for ice. Without ice, the cooler can fit much more\u2014up to 82 regular cans, according to our tests!\r\n\r\n\"Toha24\r\n\r\nIt also boasts additional features, including a soft foam topper that doubles as a seat, two rugged wheels with impressive treads, a built-in bottle opener and a dry-goods basket. BruMate also lists other accessories sold separately, including a cup holder<\/a>, heavy-duty lock<\/a> and fishing rod holder<\/a>.\r\n\r\n\"This cooler was designed with party people in mind,\" says tester Annamarie Higley<\/a>. It's an excellent option for those who love to lounge on the beach!\r\n\r\n[SINGLE_AFFILIATE_PRODUCT superlative=\"We Tried It\" product_name=\"Br\u00fcTank 55-Quart Rolling Cooler\" short_description=\"With two rugged wheels, a built-in tap and a dry basket, the Brutank cooler is ready for any expedition.\" image=\"2016510\" image_credit=\"VIA MERCHANT\" pr_name=\"BruMate\" pr_url=\"https:\/\/www.brumate.com\/products\/brutank-55-quart-rolling-cooler-denim\" pr_display_text=\"Shop on BruMate\" retailers_2_name=\"Amazon\" retailers_2_url=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Br%C3%BCMate-Br%C3%BCTank-Wheeled-Dispenser-Tailgating\/dp\/B0CM7BV7RH\/?tag=tohmke20\" retailers_2_display_text=\"Shop on Amazon\" retailers_3_name=\"Moosejaw\" retailers_3_url=\"https:\/\/go.skimresources.com?id=131817X1598243&xs=1&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.publiclands.com%2Fp%2Fbrumate-brutank-55-quart-cooler-22hrjubrtnk55gllnrec%2F22hrjubrtnk55gllnrec%3Fsegment%3Dmjtopl\" retailers_3_display_text=\"Shop on Moosejaw\" retailers_4_name=\"Dick's\" retailers_4_url=\"https:\/\/www.dickssportinggoods.com\/p\/brumate-brutank-55-quart-cooler-22hrjubrtnk55gllnrec\/22hrjubrtnk55gllnrec\" retailers_4_display_text=\"Shop on Dick's\" \/]\r\n

How We Tested\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/span>the BruTank Cooler<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/h2>\r\nFor our piece on the best coolers, our Product Testing Team tried 12 popular options from familiar retailers, including Ninja, Orca<\/a> and Engel. To thoroughly evaluate the performance of each cooler, the team looked at features, performance, and value. Over the course of a week, the Product Testing Team:\r\n