FortBox Cooler

Great price and strong construction. Definitely a solid purchase.

My son got this cooler/ice chest for everything—from beach trips to up-the-coast getaways and even work sites. I haven’t seen anything he puts in there that doesn’t stay cold by the end of the day. And guess what? Last Friday, both our A/C and fridge decided to stop working. And yes, we’re in Florida, where temps were in the upper 80s during the day and 70s at night. With 4 adults (including me, the disabled grandma) and 4 kids, we definitely needed a fridge, but we had to wait until after the weekend for repairs. So, we piled everything from the fridge into this cooler. We shoved in frozen chicken, ground beef (in waterproof bags), frozen veggies, and 4-6 water bottles. We lined the bottom with ice packs, added a bag of ice, and then tossed in whatever didn’t fit in the freezer. I drank a lot of water, so I was opening and closing the cooler all day. After two days, the ice had melted a bit, but it was still cold inside, so I didn’t add more ice right away. By day 3, the ice had completely melted, but it was still so cold inside that the food felt frozen, and the melted ice stayed icy. I had to use a spatula to clear the drain! By the time the repairman arrived, the chicken was just starting to thaw but still crunchy. I credit the cooler’s performance to the frozen food we put in and the tight lid. It's now part of my emergency kit, right alongside candles, batteries, and camp stoves. I recommend this cooler to everyone—it’s totally worth it. I just wish it had retractable wheels for easier movement! (Purchased on 2024-08-15)

Loved the cooler and the price! Perfect for everyday use, and it fits my needs perfectly.

I got this cooler for my middle schooler’s overnight trip, and it worked perfectly! We used some ice packs (check my other reviews for details), and it kept everything cold—water, veggies, sandwiches, even cream cheese—for about 36 hours. It’s the perfect size: not too big for a kid to carry along with a suitcase, but big enough to fit all the food and ice packs without being crowded.

We’ve already used it on road trips, and it’s great for leaving snacks or drinks in the car on a hot day—they stay cold and don’t melt! It’s sturdy, easy to open and close, and the color is so cheerful.

PROS:

Perfect for day trips or one-night outings
Bright, fun color
Lightweight and sturdy
Affordable price
CONS:

The hard sides mean you’ll need to plan where it fits in a packed car.

We took a 5-6 day trip to Yellowstone and the Tetons. I already have a bigger Igloo cooler but wanted something smaller. This 27qt was perfect! It kept cold cuts, hardboiled eggs, and more chilled for the entire trip, even when some hotels didn’t have freezers. Just a few ice packs kept everything cold, even overnight. The handle could be a bit stiffer, but overall, it was a great buy and kept things cold a LONG time. Highly recommend!