10 Best Cooler Boxes in the Philippines | Best of Lifestyle 2023

While some activities may be out of the question during the pandemic, there are still many ways to be active outside throughout the year like going to family picnics on a nearby green space or taking occasional road trips to maintain social distance. Cooler boxes are fantastic investments for activities like these because they provide a simple solution for properly storing food and beverages. With extensive brands selling cooler boxes, which then is the best in the Philippines? In our Best of Lifestyle series, we introduce the 10 Best Cooler Boxes in the Philippines, providing quality recommendations based on your budget and needs.

This article was last updated on 10 January 2023.

10 Best Cooler Boxes in the Philippines

1. Igloo Latitude 60 Qt. Roller Cooler

With oversized wheels for easy transport

The Igloo Latitude is a cooler that lets you move your meals and beverages without lugging anything. Primarily, this is a cooler designed for mobility and transportability, hence the rolling wheels. With a cooler like this, you’ll be able to get anywhere without much difficulty carrying the packed cooler or even asking for help! Plus, its 60-quart capacity is more than you’ll typically find at this price.

Cool Riser Technology™ for improving cooling performance

This trolley-style cooler box offers 4-day ice retention, making it ideal for camping trips lasting a couple of days. It features Cool Riser Technology, which reduces the cooler’s contact with the ground, allowing it to keep its contents cold for longer periods. The Igloo Latitude cooler box is a bit pricey, but its robust and crisp design with convenient features more than makes up for it. The cooler is available in two colors: blue and red, both of which look fabulous, so just take your pick!

Why buy this:

• Oversized wheels for easy transport
• With locking telescoping handle enables cooler to be pushed or pulled
• Features molded-in side handles for easy loading or unloading
• Cool Riser Technology™ or elevated design improves cooling performance
• 4 Day Cooler with 54lbs of ice at 90 degrees Fahrenheit

2. Coleman® 24 Can Portable Party Stacker Cooler 

Party Stacker™ for easy stacking and storing

The Coleman Party Stacker Cooler is designed to interlock with the bases of other Party Stacker Coolers, which are sold separately, to give you additional organization and convenience. This cooler boasts a wide base that fits 13″ x 9″ serving plates, allowing you to easily pack something for everyone. Whatever you carry, its molded handles will also make it simple to transport it wherever you go! We also like that these stackers come in four different colors (blue, green, grey, and red), so you can use one designated colored cooler for beverages or food to avoid contamination and make it easier to find what you need. And when the fun is over, the specifically designed base fits in the lid of other party stackers, making them easy to stack and store until the next gathering!

Why buy this:

• Stacks together with other Stacker Coolers
• Molded handles for comfortable carrying
• Holds up to 24 cans plus ice
• Wide enough for a 13″ x 9″ dish

3. Rubbermaid 2A20 Victory Ice Chest 34QT

Best for small family outdoor gatherings

The Rubbermaid Victory Ice Chest is noteworthy for its ability to stay cold for long periods as well as its compact design. With a capacity of 34 quarts, this cooler can serve the needs of a medium-sized family while still leaving some packing room in the car. It keeps ice for up to three days and, even when full, the cooler is light enough to be carried by one person using the built-in side handles. Additionally, the cooler has an interior liner to prevent smells and stains, so you can be confident that there will be no unwanted odor due to its odor-resistant feature. Given its size and capacity, this cooler is a great choice for small to mid-sized families that enjoy frequent outdoor gatherings.

Why buy this:

• Superior thermal retention that keeps food and beverages cold 
• Two built-in handles for easy carrying 
• Stain and odor resistant, easy-to-clean liner 
• Holds up to 48 cans plus ice

4. Orocan Koolit Ice Box

When it comes to organizers, drawers, cooler jugs, and other household items, Orocan is considered by many Filipinos to be the best of the best. The brand is especially popular for plastic household items because its products are manufactured with a focus on innovation and quality and are often affordable. As a result, it is no wonder that Koolit Ice Box is one of the most competitively priced ice coolers in the Philippines. A 15-liter version is now available as low as the P850, making it ideal for home or personal use.  Nonetheless, this box, like any other cooler box, keeps your drinks cold and meals warm for a longer period of time. It also boasts comfortable handles for easy portability and comes with a free ice scoop with every purchase!

Currently, Orocan’s cooler boxes are available in red or blue with capacities of 15L, 30L, and 45L, giving you alternatives based on your needs.

Why buy this:

• Popular plastic houseware brand
• Affordable but great quality
• Available in various sizes to suit different needs

5. Home Zania Portable Plastic Cooler Box Set

Shopping for no-brand items is frowned upon by many, yet there are so many brandless goods that provide excellent value for money. Despite being a generic cooler box, this Shopee home discovery is worth a look. It is made of high-quality PVC to ensure the safety of your food and beverages and features a portable design that makes it easy to transport while holding a significant amount of weight. And selling these coolers in sets of three (5L, 15L, and 30L capacities) for only P2,199 is truly a great deal! If you’re still on the fence about this one, you can be certain that it’s of good quality, as seen by its 4.7-star rating on Shopee.

Why buy this:

• Affordable
• Sold in sets of three 
• Made of high-quality PVC material
• Portable design that can hold a lot of weight.

6. Portable Electric Cooler & Warmer 7.5L

Best cooler box for road trips

If you’re going on a road trip, the sleek and portable electric vehicle cooler box will keep your food and drinks chilled! It has a capacity of 7.5 liters, which is large enough to hold eight beverage cans. This way, you’ll never get thirsty or hungry on long journeys. It also features green and red LED lights that make operation easier by indicating when the cooler box has achieved the desired temperature. You can also avoid carrying or using ice because it is electric and uses a car power cord. Overall, this is a good option for people who are frequently on the road.

Why buy this:

• 2-in-1 heating and cooling box
• 7.5L capacity
• Sleek and portable design

7. Coleman® 30 Quart Insulated Excursion Cooler Box

Coleman Philippines has a variety of items for your excursion or adventure needs, including a cooler box.  One of their best-sellers is the Coleman 30 Quart Insulated Cooler, which can contain up to 38 cans or 28.4 liters of food and beverages and is ideal for hosting a party or bringing to camping. Aside from that, we love how its insulated case keeps ice for 1 day in a 32-degree climate, ensuring your food stays fresh!

Why buy this:

• Big capacity (up to 28.4L)
• Keeps goods fresh for 1 day
• Easy to clean
• Easy handling

8. Waterproof Oxford Cooler Bag 10L

If you want to try a lighter or easier-to-carry alternative, this cooler box is a good choice. While it’s not exactly a box, it does have a slightly boxy form that facilitates fitting goods inside easier. We also enjoy that it is water-resistant and heavy-duty although its body is composed of fabric. Plus, we appreciate that this ergonomically designed bag is inexpensive yet made from highly sturdy 600D polyester, FDA-compliant non-toxic food-safe PEVA lining, PE foam insulation, and strong zippers!  In summary, this soft cooler performs well and can keep your stuff cold or warm for up to 8 hours.

Why buy this:

• Lightweight, compact, and portable
• Easy to carry with comfort-grip handle
• With removable and detachable shoulder strap
• 10L capacity

9. Multifunction Mummy Bag Cooler Box 

Best cooler bag for moms on-the-go

Whether you are pumping milk at the workplace and carrying it home or need to drop off supplies at your baby’s childcare, a breast milk cooler bag is essential. This well-insulated bag offers plenty of capacity for bottles of any size and type, as well as room for an ice pack to extend its chilling powers. The best feature of this cooler is that it has two layers that can be used individually: the top compartment to store your breast pump or napkins, while the bottom compartment to keep breastmilk and ice gel cool. With a perfect 5-star rating on Shopee and almost 6,000 cooler bags sold, this cooler bag is a must-have, especially for moms on the move.

Why buy this:

• Bestselling breast milk cooler bag on Shopee
• Safe, non-toxic, reusable, and leak-proof
• Has two separate compartments
• Keep breastmilk cold about 4-10 hours
• Can also be used as a food or lunch bag

10. Polar Styrofoam Ice Chest

If you’re on a limited budget or just looking for a single-use cooler box, we recommend the Polar Ice Chest. It’s very affordable, easy to buy, and lightweight even when fully loaded. Despite having the lowest insulating properties, it is enough for keeping your food and drinks cold and fresh! However, wrapping tape across its lid might also help to improve the cooling properties. Overall, this one might seem a bit flimsy, but we highly recommend it to people who don’t want to spend too much money on a single outdoor gathering plan.

Why buy this:

• Affordable and cost-effective
• Lightweight

We hope that our guide on the 10 Best Cooler Boxes in the Philippines has helped you pick the best cooler box for your food storage needs. Please share this with your family and friends if you have found it useful!

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