Each ice pack features a durable, break-resistant outer shell with a center hole designed to reduce freezing time. Though the ice packs are on the pricier side, they come in three sizes (1-, 2-, and 4-pound), making them an excellent choice for both small and large coolers. Do you want to be able to stand a litre bottle upright inside, or perhaps you have a casserole dish that needs to sit comfortably in the base?

So, depending on how long you’re planning to be out for, a larger capacity cool bag that you can fill with more ice will keep contents cold for longer. In the absence of freezers and refrigerators, cooler bags can be a partner in keeping the coldness of your drinks and beverages. The 600D polyester exterior is durable and waterproof, and we really liked how they worked it into the cute tote design.It also folds flat for storage, and has a waterproof zippered compartment that would be great for stashing your cell phone and wallet while you’re at the pool or sitting by the beach. How you pack and treat your waterproof cool bag will have a big impact on how long it stays cold for. And don't forget, for the ultimate solution in keeping your food cold, consider using Nice Packs' dry ice packs. It is essential to have cooler bags in your homes or event companies, more so if you want to keep your foods and drinks cold.

Many ice packs are designed with a specific purpose in mind, whether that’s being thin enough to easily fit in your lunch box or having the ability to freeze quickly for an extended period of time. Keep in mind that some ice packs only guarantee to keep items frozen for four to six hours, while others can help keep items frozen for over 24 hours. Thanks to a three-layer lining of thick thermal foam the cooler bag is capable of keeping items frozen for up to eight hours when it’s fully closed. I expected them to be similar to ones you can purchase from supermarkets with a double skin but was very disappointed to find they are little more than bin liners, in fact my bin liners are thicker than these.But if you're going on a longer drive or camping, you should use a stronger cooler made of fiberglass or plastic. Kids lunchboxes are usually left sitting in warm classrooms all mornings, which is recipe for soggy and wilted lunches.

I was worried this would cause an issue with melting when I needed the cooler, but it kept the [dog and human] ice cream products I put in it perfectly cold," our tester said. It may seem sensible that the size of a cooler would determine the number of ice packs you need to keep its contents cold, but the more important ratio is the one between the ice packs and the food or beverages themselves.The interior ice pack itself contains a non-toxic gel (it's filled with water and cellulose gum) and the entirety of the pack is PVC-, phthalate-, lead-, PFAS-, and BPA-free. Freezing Point: 32 degrees | Time to Freeze: 6 to 8 hours | Sizes: 4-pack (44 cubes each), 3-pack (88 cubes each) | Dimensions (LxW): 19 x 8 inches (4-pack), 19 x 15 inches | Dishwasher-Safe? But when you want to take time out, it’s nice to have a chilled stash of food and drink waiting for you at your tent. With the addition of a bag of ice it kept our selection of drinks cold for an impressive 36 hours, but this will be reduced if you open it frequently. The Food Standards Agency recommends you keep your fridge set at 5°C, so that cold food stays at around 8°C.