Nothing throws a wrench in your outdoor plans like a cooler that can’t keep its cool. Sometimes you’re out on the water and watch your cooler tip, slide, and disappear overboard. Other times, you’re hiking through a national park, sweaty and frustrated after wrestling with a stubborn waterproof zipper one too many times. Or it’s game day, and dragging a bulky hard cooler from the car to the tailgate feels like a workout. On top of all that, good portable coolers often come with a price tag that makes you wince.
At CORE, we think enjoying the outdoors should be easy, and your gear should never get in the way of a good time. That’s why we made CLIMAKEEP™ coolers. They solve all the annoying problems other portable coolers cause, without overcomplicating things. CLIMAKEEP portable coolers use MagSnap™ technology for magnetic, leakproof lids that snap shut in seconds, paired with a fully welded, puncture- and abrasion-resistant body built to handle whatever life throws at you. Bonus: if your CLIMAKEEP cooler ends up in the water, it floats. With CORE HYPERCOLD insulation keeping drinks and snacks cold for hours, you get a cooler that actually works and won’t break the bank. From compact, grab-and-go sizes to larger options perfect for the tailgate, the CLIMAKEEP cooler lineup makes it easy to find the perfect portable cooler for your needs. Take a look at the full lineup and get ready to meet your new favorite cooler!
12-Can Cooler: Perfect for Lunch on the Go
The 12-Can CLIMAKEEP Cooler is the perfect portable cooler for lunches that need to keep up with you. Whether you’re on the job, tackling yard work, or packing a meal for a day out, the 12-can cooler is small enough to carry easily and big enough to hold all your lunch essentials. Its size makes it just right for everyday use: think picnics at the park, hunting trips in the woods, or keeping drinks handy while you’re running errands or watching the kids. You can grab it by the side handles, sling it over your shoulder, or use the top handle if it’s zipped: no fuss, no stress. With plenty of room for a hearty lunch and a variety of fun colors to choose from, it’s a cooler that’s as practical as it is stylish.
Shop the CLIMAKEEP 12-can cooler, perfect for everyday convenience, lunches, and quick snacks.
18-Can Cooler: Built for All-Day Fun
The 18-Can CLIMAKEEP Cooler is built for days when you need reliable cold storage without hauling a bulky cooler. Whether you’re floating down the river, spending the day at the beach, or packing drinks for a road trip, it’s the perfect size to keep everything cold while staying compact and easy to carry. The 18-can portable cooler’s size is perfect for all-day use. Take it on float trips or fishing excursions and keep everything cold without feeling weighed down. It’s great for beach or pool days too. The dry storage pockets are perfect for keeping your phone, keys, and sunscreen out of sight and safe from water and sand. These portable coolers are perfect for long drives and car trips too, helping families stay organized and keep drinks and snacks within easy reach.
Shop the CLIMAKEEP 18-Can cooler, great for all-day outings like float trips, beach days, and road trips.
24-Can Backpack Cooler: Hands-Free and Ready for the Trail
The 24-Can CLIMAKEEP Backpack Cooler is built for longer days outdoors when you need more space and easy, comfortable carrying. Great for car camping, national parks, and day trips that involve walking and exploring, this portable cooler offers hands-free convenience with an ergonomic backpack design that distributes weight evenly. Padded shoulder straps and a cushioned back panel help prevent pressure points, so it won’t dig into your back as you move from the car to the campsite or hike around the park. With room for plenty of food and drinks and a design that’s comfortable to wear for extended periods, the 24-Can Backpack Cooler makes it simple to carry everything you need without the hassle of traditional hard coolers.
Shop the CLIMAKEEP 24-Can backpack cooler, ideal for car camping, national parks, and long days on the go.
36-Can Cooler: Great for Groups and Gatherings
The 36-Can CLIMAKEEP Cooler is built for bigger plans and longer days outside. Perfect for tailgates, weekend camping, and outdoor events, it offers generous storage without feeling overcomplicated to carry or use. With enough room for food, drinks, and full-size wine bottles, this portable cooler is ideal for sharing with friends or keeping everything cold from setup to sunset. Durable handles make it easy to move from the car to the tailgate or campsite, while the spacious interior keeps ice, cans, and bottles organized and accessible. When you need reliable cold storage for group outings and social gatherings, the 36-Can CLIMAKEEP cooler delivers the space and convenience to keep things running smoothly.
Shop the CLIMAKEEP 36-Can cooler, perfect for tailgates, parties, and overnight trips.
Still debating which CLIMAKEEP cooler to choose? These are some of the top questions people ask about how to use them.
What is the best portable cooler for overnight trips?
Depending on which size you choose, our CLIMAKEEP coolers can keep ice frozen for up to 2-3 days, making them ideal for overnight trips. The right size depends on your needs: the 36-Can Cooler gives you maximum space for three days of food and drinks, while the smaller sizes are great if you don’t mind reloading along the way.
What’s the best cooler for keeping beer bottles cold?
Whether you’re tailgating, camping, or just enjoying a day outside, CLIMAKEEP coolers are designed to keep your drinks perfectly chilled. The 18-Can cooler is perfect for standard longneck beer bottles. For larger bottles or drinks for the whole crew, opt for the taller 24-Can Backpack and 36-Can models. They’re each built with high-performance insulation to keep drinks cold for hours. No more warm beers on long trips or outdoor gatherings!
Each CLIMAKEEP cooler also includes a built-in bottle opener, so you can pop open a cold one without hunting for tools. With multiple sizes to choose from, you can pick the right cooler for solo outings, small get-togethers, or larger parties, all while keeping drinks organized, accessible, and ice-cold.
What is the best portable cooler for golf carts?
The CLIMAKEEP 12-Can cooler and 24-Can backpack cooler are both excellent portable coolers for golf carts. Their compact designs fit easily inside golf cart baskets that are at least 13 inches wide, making them convenient for keeping drinks cold throughout your round. The magnetic, leakproof closure lets you open and close the lid quickly with one hand, so there’s no need to fumble with zippers between shots. The 12-Can cooler includes a shoulder strap for easy, hands-free carrying on the course, while the 24-Can cooler’s backpack straps are great for keeping your hands free to carry clubs or extra gear. Lightweight, easy to access, and built for all-day use, both options make staying refreshed on the course simple.
Which cooler is easiest to carry for everyday use?
The CLIMAKEEP 12-Can cooler is one of the easiest portable coolers to carry for everyday use. Its compact size makes it lightweight and super easy to grab, whether you’re heading to work, packing a picnic, or running errands. You can carry it by the side handles, use the detachable shoulder strap for hands-free carrying, or use the top handle when it’s zipped. Despite its small size, it has plenty of room for drinks, snacks, and a full lunch, making it the perfect portable cooler for on-the-go convenience.
What is the best cooler for camping?
The best cooler for camping depends on how you like to pack and move around, but the CLIMAKEEP 36-Can cooler and the CLIMAKEEP 24-Can backpack cooler are both excellent options. The 36-Can portable cooler offers maximum storage space, making it ideal for weekend camping trips when you need room for meals, drinks, and ice. For campers who plan to walk, hike, or haul lots of camping gear, the 24-Can backpack cooler is a great choice. The hands-free backpack design provides ergonomic support and even weight distribution, making it more comfortable to carry around camp or on short hikes. Both options are built to handle real camping use while keeping food and drinks cold for hours.
MagSnap: Cooler Tech for Easy Access and Long-Lasting Cold
MagSnap is the innovation that defines CLIMAKEEP coolers, and once you use it, you’ll never want to go back to wrestling with difficult cooler closures again. Built directly into our CLIMAKEEP cooler lids, MagSnap uses powerful magnets to create a secure seal on the cooler’s lid that opens and closes in seconds. No tugging. No stuck teeth. No stopping what you’re doing just to grab a cold drink.
Flip it open. Grab what you need. Let it snap shut. That’s it.
One of the biggest advantages of MagSnap is that you don’t have to choose between convenience and performance. CLIMAKEEP coolers deliver the same ice retention whether the lid is zipped or unzipped, so you’re never sacrificing cold just to make access easier. Your food and drinks stay cold for hours, without forcing you to fuss with a closure every time.
To Zip or Not to Zip?
Most of the time, you won’t need to zip your cooler at all.
Zipping makes sense if you’re carrying the cooler by the top handle or if there’s a higher chance it could tip over. But even then, it’s easy to avoid. CLIMAKEEP coolers are designed with multiple carry options, including shoulder straps and side handles, so you can comfortably move your cooler without ever touching the zipper if you don’t want to.
At a tailgate? Leave it unzipped.
In the stands? No need to zip.
At the campsite, on the boat, or hanging out with friends? CORE’s got you covered with MagSnap.
Even during transport, zipping usually isn’t necessary. With hands-free backpack designs, shoulder straps, and balanced side handles, CLIMAKEEP coolers are built to move easily without relying on the top handle alone.
Our MagSnap lids are all about making your cooler work with you, not slowing you down. It’s simple, intuitive, and designed for real use in real situations. That’s why it’s at the heart of every CLIMAKEEP cooler, and why it’s one of those features you’ll appreciate more every single time you reach for a cold drink.
Prep Your CLIMAKEEP Cooler So Ice Lasts Longer
Even the best portable cooler performs better when it’s packed with intention, and CORE CLIMAKEEP coolers are built to reward smart prep. With CORE HYPERCOLD insulation and the MagSnap magnetic closure working together to lock in cold, a few simple packing techniques can help you get even longer ice life, colder drinks, and less mid-day ice melt.
Whether you’re loading up for a tailgate, camping trip, beach day, or just a long day outside, packing your CLIMAKEEP cooler the right way helps you get the most out of its high-performance design.
1. Pre-Chill Your Cooler Before You Pack It
CLIMAKEEP coolers are designed to keep ice for 2-3 whole days, but how you prep your cooler makes a real difference. If your portable cooler begins at room temperature, the insulation has to work harder to pull that heat out, which can shorten the overall ice retention time.
The solution is simple: pre-chill your cooler the day before using (or overnight the night before). Add ice, frozen water bottles, or ice packs to fill the cooler about halfway and let it sit overnight. This chills the interior liner and activates the CORE HYPERCOLD insulation before you even start packing.
Before loading your food and drinks, be sure to empty out the pre-chill ice or water. Then pack fresh ice and your contents. Starting with a cold interior means your new ice can focus on staying frozen instead of cooling down the cooler itself, resulting in colder contents and longer-lasting ice throughout the day.
2. Pack Your Cooler in Layers
CLIMAKEEP coolers are built to hold cold efficiently, but layering your contents helps maintain a consistent internal temperature.
Start with a base layer of ice packs or loose ice along the bottom of the cooler. This creates a cold foundation. Place your most temperature-sensitive items, like meat, dairy, or pre-made meals, directly on top of this bottom layer.
Next, add drinks and snacks, then finish with another layer of ice or ice packs on top. Surrounding items with cold from all sides helps the HYPERCOLD insulation to work more effectively and keeps everything colder for longer.
Thanks to the MagSnap magnetic closure, you can access items quickly without holding the lid open, reducing warm air exposure every time you grab a drink. You don’t have to zip it every time, either! Just snap it closed and you’re good to go.
3. Minimize Air Pockets Inside the Cooler
Air is one of the biggest enemies of ice retention. Even with high-performance insulation, excess air space allows warm air to circulate and speed up melting ice.
Fill any gaps with extra ice, ice packs, or frozen drinks. For shorter outings, smaller ice packs work well to fill tight spaces. For longer trips, larger ice blocks melt more slowly and help your CLIMAKEEP’s insulation maintain a steady internal temperature.
Smart Packing Meets CLIMAKEEP Performance
Packing your cooler the right way doesn’t require extra gear or a lot of prep, just a few smart habits that go a long way. Starting with a pre-chilled CLIMAKEEP cooler, packing items in cold-retaining layers, and filling in empty space helps your CLIMAKEEP cooler achieve up to two days of ice retention and keep your food and drinks colder for longer.
When those simple packing tips are paired with CLIMAKEEP’s HYPERCOLD insulation, waterproof and leakproof construction, and the easy-access MagSnap magnetic closure, you get a cooler that’s built for real-life use, from early-morning setup to the last cold drink of the night.
CLIMAKEEP: Give the Gift of a High-Performance Portable Cooler
Finding a gift that feels thoughtful and practical can be tough, especially when shopping for someone who already seems to have everything. A CLIMAKEEP portable cooler checks both boxes. It’s a wow-worthy gift that won’t end up forgotten in a closet.
CLIMAKEEP coolers are designed for real-life use, making them a smart gift for tailgaters, campers, beachgoers, and anyone who likes to keep drinks cold on the go. With CORE HYPERCOLD insulation built to help hold ice for 2-3 days, these portable coolers deliver reliable performance without the bulky, hard-sided feel of traditional options.
Style matters when it comes to gifting, too. CLIMAKEEP coolers come in a range of color options, from clean, neutral tones to bold, fun colors. That way, it’s easy to find one that fits everyone’s personality.
What makes a CLIMAKEEP cooler such a great gift? Just think of all the features you already know and love: the MagSnap lid that’s easy to open and keeps drinks ice cold, the handy dry pockets for stashing small essentials, and the built-in bottle opener that saves time digging through your bag. It’s all the perks of a premium cooler wrapped up in one thoughtful, easy-to-use gift that won’t break the bank.
Whether you’re shopping for birthdays, holidays, or last-minute celebrations, a CLIMAKEEP cooler is a practical, stylish gift that’s made to be used, not stashed away.
Personalized Coolers: Make Your Gift Stand Out
Looking to make your CLIMAKEEP gift even more memorable? Customization options make it easy to turn a great cooler into a personalized gift for teams, events, employees, or customers.
CLIMAKEEP coolers can be customized with logos or custom artwork, making them a great choice for corporate gifts, group outings, fundraisers, or special occasions. Custom orders start at a minimum of 25 units per size, and you can mix and match colors within your order to suit different styles or branding needs.
Whether you’re adding a company logo, team mark, or custom image, personalized CLIMAKEEP coolers offer a practical gift that gets used long after it’s handed out. To get started, simply fill out our customization form to submit your design details. The process is straightforward and designed to help you create a cooler that fits your vision.
Custom coolers combine everyday usefulness with a personal touch, making them a smart option when you want your gift to stand out without sacrificing performance or quality.
Portable Coolers Built for Stress-Free Outdoor Fun
At the end of the day, enjoying the outdoors shouldn’t be complicated, and your gear shouldn’t get in the way of the fun. CLIMAKEEP coolers are designed to solve the problems other portable coolers create, from frustrating zippers and leaky lids to heavy, awkward designs, so you can focus on what really matters: friends, food, and a cold drink in hand. With our MagSnap lid, a rugged, puncture-resistant body, floating capability, and CORE HYPERCOLD insulation that keeps ice for up to two days, CLIMAKEEP makes outdoor life simpler, cooler, and more enjoyable.
And don’t stop at the cooler. CORE offers a full lineup of outdoor essentials to elevate your campsite, tailgate, or picnic experience. From drinkware to portable tables and gear organizers, you can outfit your next outing with products that are built to perform and made to last. Check out our other outdoor essentials and complete your setup for effortless fun wherever the day takes you.
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With CLIMAKEEP + CORE’s other essentials by your side, your next trip can be less work and more play. Cold drinks, easy access, and smart gear: that’s our recipe for a good time.
