REI Is Selling Coleman's 'Spacious' Wheeled Cooler That's 'Comparable to Yeti' for $75 Off Right Now
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REI’s Anniversary Sale is in full swing, and the one-stop outdoor shop is really outdoing itself this year. Deals abound on rugged gear, like hiking pants and rain jackets, alongside discounts on stuff that’s more at home in your backyard than a remote campsite. Case in point: This high-performing wheeled cooler from a legacy brand is $75 off as part of the sale.
The Coleman Pro 55-Quart Hard Cooler is just $225 right now, a 25% discount off of its $300 sticker price. It has 51 five-star ratings out of 54 total (the other three are four stars), an impressive show of support from people who’ve called it a “perfect cooler” that’s “extremely durable,” and “easy to maneuver.” Ordering online for pickup at REI is free, and you can get it in time for this weekend’s festivities, but shipping is an extra $85 because it’s a larger item. If you don’t live near REI, it’s also available on Amazon without shipping charges.
Coleman Pro 55-Quart Hard Cooler, $225 (was $300) at REI
The 55-quart volume translates to room for 92 cans, sans ice, that it can keep cold for up to five days thanks to the extra-thick, fully insulated lid and walls. There’s also an antimicrobial liner inside that helps prevent odor, mildew, and mold from forming. The extendable handle and wheels make it easy to roll this cooler around, and the tie-down straps make it easy to securely take it with you in a truck bed or boat. It’s also safe to sit on, an underrated feature that’s also a testament to how strong and well-built this cooler is.
“This is a great cooler, spacious and sturdy,” one shopper began their review. “It’s fairly light for the size of it and has multiple handles,” and “the wheels are great and don’t make any squeaking noise when you are rolling it.” Maintenance is also a breeze thanks to the drain with attached cover and the fact that “it’s easy to wipe clean.”
One glowing review called this product a “beautiful, sturdy rolling cooler” with “super thick waterproof insulation” and “wonderful large wheels and a pull-up handle that would work great on any surface.” The reviewer went on to call it "definitely comparable to Yeti coolers,” to which we’d add that a similar Yeti cooler (that actually has 7.4 fewer liters of storage space) goes for $450 at REI (and is excluded from the current sale). If you’ve been eyeing a Yeti (or, for that matter, RTIC) cooler but have been put off by the high price, this Coleman is a fantastic alternative that’s half the price right now.
The Coleman Pro 55-Quart Hard Cooler would be great if it stayed on your deck or backyard patio—that’s how well-built and well-insulated it is. The fact that it has a retractable handle and wheels expands its utility to Little League games, beach days, and any other outdoor excursion. Don’t hesitate to pick one up before REI's Anniversary Sale ends on May 26.