Igloo Classic Playmate Coolers | Insulated Hard Shell Cooler Chest

I used the softside version of the Playmate cooler for years, and it worked mostly okay, but I never cared for the hinged top being held onto the body of the cooler with only a zipper, which made it rather fragile, plus the vinyl soft side eventually ripped, promptint me to replace it. I foolishly bought a no-name cooler fabric cooler with a hard plastic liner and hinged top wtih velcro closure and carrying strap from Wal-Mart after that, but I messed up by getting one that was about twice as big as I could handle, and the strap got in the way. This Wal-Mart cooler was just ungainly enough to make me flat hate getting it in and out of my car going to and leaving work, so I went on the lookout for a proper replacement. After a while, I realized that a medium sized Playmate Igloo would probably give me the best of both worlds, so I ordered this one. I've been using it for over a month now, and it's so handy, durable, just the right size, and keeps things cold, that I can't believe that I went so many years with a substandard lunchbox when I could have had this all along. Mine is one of the more common variants these days with the latch mechanism built into the end at the top of the carrying handle, an interesting change from the larger Playmate coolers that I grew up with that have the side button latch mechanism. Having decades of experience with the side button version and this one with the top latch, I think that most people would probably prefer the top latch because it allows one-handed opening. The only situation that I can think of that might favor the side button version (there are several still with the side button of this size Playmate available, namely the diamond plate one dubbed the "Boss") would be for those people who might be in a situation where accidentally opening the cooler would be more likely. It's possible that the side button would be a better type in a small space with other containers being moved in and out of it, say a car trunk, but I find that the top latch makes me like this just a bit better for my purposes. I use it on a daily basis for my lunch at work, and I have zero complaints so far. It's also worth mentioning that after all these years, these coolers are still made in USA, a big deal to those of us who buy domestic products whenever possible. I went to Igloo's website, and it turns out that the original Playmate cooler was originally invented clear back in 1971. There is no reason to reinvent the wheel!

Just right for a 6 pack, sturdy

Well-made. Typical Playmate cooler, just smaller. Good size for one person’s lunch or a few drinks, but not much else. I like the purple. Playmate coolers keep things cold but work much better if COLD (or frozen) items are put in with ice or cold packs than if room temperature items are put in. Bought this to have with me during the stupid-hot summer we’ve had so I could take cold neck wraps and a couple of bottle of water. I wish it was just a smidge larger to better fit water bottles and more ice.

See the title. Love this little guy. Keep them in my car. Take him everywhere with me. Fits my large ice packs hold my sandwiches my snacks and a drink keeps it cold all day long. Love it

Small but mighty. Just double check the small size is what you need

igloo never fails to impress, even in this small little cooler. I like to have nice cold water when I am sitting in for a long gaming session to stay hydrated, and what I like to do, is freeze a couple bottles of it, and use this as "ice packing" and place a couple unfrozen bottles on top to keep them nice and cold. By the time I finish the unfrozen bottles the ones underneath are just starting to melt, so I get super ice cold water once I start tapping into those. I like that it is so small, as it doesn't take up a lot of space in my room, and it has a nice sleek design making it look attractive. the handle is nice and sturdy and te built in locking mechanism allows for secure transportation. The way I use it, I don't really have to worry about it leaking, though, I suspect if you had regular ice in there, it MAY leak a bit if tipped over. Overall though, the functionality of this little cooler is top notch, and seems to be able to fit in most hiking backpacks if needed.

We had not used this cooler until past the return time. The lid will not lock. It slides from side to side.

Keep cold no leaks good value.

Stupendo!!! Funzionale(doppia apertura a scorrimento),solido e bello. Le bottiglie d'acqua non entrano in verticale mentre in orizzontale non tutti i tipi quelle più grandi entrano comunque in diagonale

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Produto bonito, excelente acabamento, prático, leve e Bem funcional.

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Hallo. Absolut top! Ich habe hier eine Kühlbox gekauft und bin wirklich begeistert. Super Qualität, durchdachtes Produkt und genau das, was man sich für Sport, Outdoor oder unterwegs wünscht. Dazu noch ein sehr freundlicher und zuverlässiger Service. Man merkt sofort, dass hier mit Leidenschaft gearbeitet wird. Klare Empfehlung!