Hi-Gear 28 Litre Electric Cooler Box powered by 12V in-car Socket or 240V Mains with Integrated Handle, Portable Electric Cool Box for Camping and Festivals, Camping Equipment

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This spacious 28-litre electric cooler is the perfect piece of kit when you’re throwing a picnic for the whole family. It’s capable of keeping your food and drinks up to 18 degrees below ambient temperature. Date tested: June 2021 and May 2023. Capacity: measured with 330ml soft drink cans. We are not able to show every retailer and cheaper prices may be available. The cool boxes we tested

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To replicate getting bits in and out of the bag, we opened and closed it at regular intervals throughout the test. Cooling is by the thermoelectric effect and again is a little limited. It will get you to around 10°C in our experience on a standard UK spring day (i.e. not too hot outside). Vonshef actually suggest 12°C as the minimum temperature which is way off from where we would prefer to be – around 5-6°C. Still, it can definitely chill and is great for cooling drinks in this respect, when you don’t have to be completely ice cold. Gets lovely and cold inside, only took 15 minutes plugged into the mains, and the capacity is fantastic Durability: Look for a cool box that is made of high-quality materials and is built to last. Look for features such as reinforced corners, sturdy hinges, and a robust lid seal.The best cool box for camping will depend on your specific needs and preferences. Some factors to consider when choosing a cool box include: The 45l ECO Deep offers the convenience of using either AC (240V) or DC (12V) power connection. Current draw is low at only 5 amps, even on 12V power which means a typical 100Ah leisure battery will not get drained until after about 20 hours of continuous operation. The EcoCool offers two cooling modes with a cooling delta of up to 25°C below the outdoors temperature on the MAX setting operation. This means that even on a scorching day, you can still get temperatures close to freezing. First impressions count, and the dazzling blue of the VonShef Electric Cool Box really catches the eye. It’s big and blue and ready to cool for you! Someone should hire me to write the TV jingle…. The Outdoor Revolution cooler range all provide similar performance. The only difference is the sizes on offer. For the 45 litre, the main attributes are:

Hi-Gear 45 Litre Electric Cooler Box powered by 12V in-car

Size and Capacity: Consider how much food and drinks you will need to store and choose a cool box that is the right size for you. It's also a good idea to look for a cool box with a large capacity, as you can always use the extra space to store additional items. It's important to research the different options and models available, and choose one that fits your needs and preferences. Also, make sure to compare the features, performance, and price of the different options to find the best cool box for your camping trips. Why choose an electric cool box?Thermoelectric coolers cannot be set to a particular temperature like on a conventional fridge – they just cool a certain amount, and it depends how high the fan is whirring as to how much cooling is performed. We were impressed that it can also heat the contents up to ~65°C. Obviously this isn’t hot enough to actually cook food, but it means you can keep your fish and chips warm if you’re busy – watch out for bacteria though – the heating should just be for short blasts after you’ve actually cooked the food. Think of it as maintaining temperature rather than reheating. 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.

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Despite being a decent-sized cool box (storage volume measures 63 x 51 x 42cm), the Eco Deep is portable enough to move around when required. Weight is a fairly hefty 17kg, but the presence of a decent folding handle and wheels makes transport simple and efficient. We love the fact that it comes with an internal basket, a built-in LED light for viewing your grub at night, and an adjustable thermostatically-controlled temperature system. There is a digital display too which we found legible and easy to use. Cooling Ability Power source: Electric cool boxes that plug into your car's cigarette lighter or have a rechargeable battery can be very convenient, but keep in mind that they will require a power source. We think 20 – 30 litres is the sweet spot for a camping trip away for one to four people. It can store just enough stuff to keep you all going for a few days, and the fewer of you there are, the longer you can last between reloading!It also comes with an integrated trolley handle and wheels for easy carrying and pulling, so you won’t face a struggle getting it from your car to the perfect picnic spot. Once you’re finished, the cooler is easy to wipe clean and store away for your next outdoor feast. Date tested: May 2023. Capacity: measured with 330ml soft drink cans. We are not able to show every retailer and cheaper prices may be available. The electric cool boxes we tested After you're finished with your picnic, the cooler is easy to wipe clean and store away hygienically until your next adventure.