Stanley Adventure Cooler – 30-Quart

We’ve read the reviews across the web for the Stanley Adventure Cooler – 30-Quart and summarize the results below:

Universal Ranking

PeakScore: 85 (out of 100)
User Rating: 4.6 stars 
Expert Rating: 3.4 stars

Number of Ratings Reviewed: 153

Pros & Cons

Reasons to buy:

User Reviews

  • Keeps drinks and food cold for a few days when packed correctly.
  • Able to unload and load into the car with only one person.
  • The taller height than a normal cooler makes it usable for a table and easy for travel.
  • Walls are thick and provide protection and insulation.
  • Latches are sturdy and durable.
  • Has ample storage for 1-2 people to use for an extended period of time.

Expert Reviews

  • Latches are easy to use and simple.
  • Has big handles on each side to make it easy to grab and carry.
  • Very durable in tough conditions and can withstand drops and dings.
  • Keeps ice and drinks cold for multiple days in a row.
  • Able to use as a seat and stool without any collapsing.

Reasons NOT to buy:

User Reviews

  • The drain leaks no matter how tight you close it.

Expert Reviews

  • Not as durable as a YETI cooler, but still holds up well.
  • Cooler will leak when you turn it upside down.
  • Only lasted two days in insulation test for keeping drinks and food cold, lasting about 2 days when hovering around 40 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Doesn’t have any rubber feet on the bottom, so it can get scratched and it can scratch surfaces.

Summary:

The Stanley Adventure Cooler – 30-Quart is an affordable and functional option that works well for campers who want a cooler that can be used as a seat or a table, can be easily packed, and can be loaded and unloaded with only one person. Despite some issues with leaking and not keeping items cold for more than 2 days, this is a good choice for those who need to keep drinks and food cold for a weekend trip and don’t want to break the bank.

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Note: User and expert rankings were reviewed across the web. Some expert reviews include these: 1, 2, 3, 4.