{"id":2016026,"date":"2024-07-22T14:06:50","date_gmt":"2024-07-22T19:06:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/?p=2016026"},"modified":"2025-04-14T12:08:06","modified_gmt":"2025-04-14T17:08:06","slug":"lifetime-cooler-review","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/lifetime-cooler-review\/","title":{"rendered":"Lifetime Cooler Review: This Affordable Cooler Stands up To Pricey Competitors"},"content":{"rendered":"Investing in a good cooler instantly elevates any outdoor excursion or gathering. A heavy-duty, chilly chest brimming with bountiful drinks is the perfect way to enjoy a day at the beach, campsite or backyard barbecue. But with the popular Yeti ringing up higher than appliances like our favorite single-serve coffee makers<\/a>, finding a cooler that keeps beverages below room temperature for hours (or even days!) at a time can get costly. At least, that's what we thought before we tried the Lifetime cooler.\r\n\r\nIn our quest to locate the best coolers, our expert Product Testing Team tried 12 of the most sought-after options. Contenders include the fabulous and feature-rich BruTank cooler<\/a> and the bear-proof Yeti Tundra. However, the Lifetime 55-Quart High-Performance Cooler<\/a> impressed not only with its ice retention but also its value. At around half the price of its competitors and boasting some of the best insulation of the bunch, it's no wonder that this \"cool\" cooler made our list of the top six best coolers<\/a> as the best budget option!\r\n\r\n[SINGLE_AFFILIATE_PRODUCT superlative=\"We Tried It\" product_name=\"Lifetime 55-Quart High-Performance Cooler\" short_description=\"The Lifetime Cooler is just as dependable as its pricey counterparts with a bear-resistant shell, heavy-duty latches and a built-in bottle opener\u2014all under $200.\" image=\"2018203\" image_credit=\"VIA MERCHANT\" pr_name=\"Walmart\" pr_url=\"https:\/\/go.skimresources.com?id=131817X1598243&xs=1&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.walmart.com%2Fip%2FLifetime-91072-55-Quart-High-Performance-Cooler-with-Wheels%2F767219216\" pr_display_text=\"Shop at Walmart\" retailers_2_name=\"Amazon\" retailers_2_url=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Lifetime-Quart-High-Performance-Cooler\/dp\/B086VMYSX9?tag=tohmke-20\" retailers_2_display_text=\"Shop on Amazon\" retailers_3_name=\"Home Depot\" retailers_3_url=\"https:\/\/go.skimresources.com?id=131817X1598243&xs=1&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.homedepot.com%2Fp%2FLifetime-48-qt-High-Performance-Chest-Cooler-91209%2F321640236\" retailers_3_display_text=\"Shop at Home Depot\" retailers_4_name=\"Wayfair\" retailers_4_url=\"https:\/\/go.skimresources.com?id=131817X1598243&xs=1&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.wayfair.com%2Foutdoor%2Fpdp%2Flifetime-65-qt-ice-chest-cooler-lxt10200.html\" retailers_4_display_text=\"Shop on Wayfair\" \/]\r\n

What is the Lifetime Cooler?<\/h2>\r\nThe Lifetime cooler is a budget-friendly cooler that retails for around $180. Despite being around half the price of its competitors, it doesn't skimp on the details or quality. Boasting a five-year warranty and a bear-proof shell certified by the IGBC (Interagency Grizzly Bear Committee), it's one of the more durable options on the market. Two rubber latches keep it securely closed, and the cooler itself is padlock-compatible for added security when you step away to tend your charcoal grill<\/a>.\r\n\r\nOn the rope handles are plastic grips for easy handling, and it's relatively effortless to maneuver around thanks to its lightweight. While it won't fit in a sedan trunk, it offers a fine trade-off with a roomy interior that fits up to 91 cans of beer (or NA beer<\/a>, if you're sober) without ice.\r\n

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