If you are looking for an extremely high-end cooler that has the durability to handle anything and may just be the last cooler you ever buy, look no further. The Yeti Tundra Cooler is designed to be your first, last, and foremost cooler. It was expertly designed to handle anything you (or nature) can throw at it, to stay intact, to remain cold, and to protect your valuable provisions wherever you may be. One of the biggest Tundra cooler selling points is that they are created to withstand the onslaught of a grizzly. This means they are highly recommended storage devices for people camping in any area with a bear population. This might sound like an extreme claim, but if you frequent any area with “Bear Warning” signs, you’ll agree that it’s impossible to be too cautious when sleeping close to these intelligent, often hungry critters.
As previously mentioned, the Yeti Tundra is a high-end cooler. Its design quality and features can’t be replicated by lower-end, cheaper coolers. It is made from roto-molded polyethylene and can withstand pretty much anything that can be thrown at it. I mean, come on, it’s advertised as being “grizzly proof” – if it can withstand the clever strength of a hungry bear, it can probably survive anything you can put it through.
Basic Features and Description
Yeti has long been a consumer favorite due to their high quality, and the Yeti Tundra is the top customer-reviewed model in their arsenal. It has a fairly large capacity (depending on the model) – even the smallest model can hold up to 26 12oz cans and the necessary ice. This makes it big enough to pack plenty for a day trip or quick overnighter, but small enough to fit in most back seats with ease. It features marine-grade, textured-grip nylon handles for easy mobility as well as non-slip feet that make it great for staying in place on your watercraft. It also has tie-down slots molded into the exterior.
Tundra’s patented Permafrost insulation is designed to keep your provisions cold and protected from whatever nature throws at you. It has the added benefit of ensuring that your cooler doesn’t sweat, which keeps everything around it dry whether you’re hauling it or storing it. It also offers UV protection as well as a patented Vortex Drain System that lets you quickly and efficiently drain your cooler when you’re done. It is available in white, desert tan and ice blue exteriors – all of which are made of the same high-quality, virtually indestructible molded polyethylene.
Tundra cooler models are designed with functionality and consumer satisfaction in mind. They’re also made to accommodate all of your food/beverage storage needs with safety and durability. With this in mind, all Yeti brand Tundra models come standard with one dry food storage basket. This allows you to keep all of your sundry items cool without compromising quality.
Specifications
Yeti is certainly one of the world’s highest-end, highest-quality cooler manufacturers, and the Tundra model doesn’t scrimp. The Tundra is the most popular Yeti model, and full specs include the following:
Weight: Approximately 25 lbs. 29.4 pounds total shipping weight
Dimensions: 26 x 17 x 16”
Model Number: YETI
Yeti coolers are built to last. The manufacturer backs their high-quality products with a 5-year warranty.
Detailed Features
Grizzly-Proof – this promise pretty much says it all. The Yeti Tundra is marketed for use in bear country and the company stands behind their claims that even hungry bears can’t damage/break into their coolers.
Handles – double marine-grade rope (nylon) include textured grips for easy, comfortable carrying and are almost impossible to damage, let alone destroy.
Insulated – patented Permafrost Insulation tech keeps your cooler both cold and secure. This is some of the most touted insulation in the industry, and they lay it on thick when they construct the Yeti model.
Polyethylene Construction –roto-molded polyethylene design works like armor. Virtually indestructible to the core, even when being fought over by a pair of dueling bears. It is the Tundra claim to fame, and it consistently lives up to its promises.
No Sweat – the heavily insulated design prevents ‘sweating’ – you know, the exterior condensation build-up you face with most coolers. This ensures that you can transport and store this cooler anywhere without fear of dampening surroundings.
26-Can Capacity – this model stores up to 26 12oz cans (or the equivalent), this means that while it holds enough supplies for a day trip or quick overnighter, it remains light enough for one person to pack it around.
Barefoot Feet– patented no-slip feet mean that this cooler will stay wherever you put it. This is an especially revered feature when you’re out on a boat or other watercraft.
Accessories – one dry food storage rack included, standard.
Warranty – 5-year manufacturer’s warranty.
Pros
- Durability
- Light-weight construction for one-personal mobility
- Grizzly-proof
- Sweat-resistant exterior
- Plenty of interior storage
- Non-slip feet
- Patented insulation tech
- Virtually indestructible
- One of the most trusted cooler brands
- Long-term cooling
- 5-year warranty
Cons
- Prohibitively Expensive
- No wheels
Customer Reviews and Feedback
The reviews for the Yeti Tundra cooler are predominantly positive. On Amazon.com alone, there are over 75 reviews and the cooler has managed to sustain a 4.5 star rating. Most customers agree that this is hands-down the highest quality, most durably made cooler they have ever owned. That seems to be an inarguable consensus amongst the vast majority of customers who have taken the time to share their feedback.
Most of the most positive reviews on this cooler focus on its overall quality. I mean, it blows competitors out of the water when it comes to construction and design. This is not some flimsy plastic cooler – it withstands bear attacks. It’s recommended for use in bear country, and it comes with a 5-year warranty. Yeti is definitely a company that stands behind their product, and this is reflected in customer reviews.
In addition to the overall durability, which can’t be disparaged, customers who love their Tundra have been raving about how long it retains ice. Most who use it correctly can keep frozen ice frozen, and therefore the contents stored inside cold, literally for days. This is a huge selling point, especially for such an expensive cooler. Many people avoid the purchase simply because of the high price point, however as one astute consumer notes, he was spending over $100 per month for ice for his older, cheaper cooler. He stated that now he spends nothing on ice, that his freezer’s ice maker is able to keep up with his coolers ice-needs and after a few months the Tundra paid for itself.
Despite being well-reviewed, there have been some consumers who have not been satisfied with their Tundra’s. The most common reason had to do with poor ice retention. However, in reading some of the usage recommendations for this product I feel as though this probably has more to do with operator error than design flaws, and will be addressed in the next section.
A couple of customers also got incorrect orders, which caused them to leave poor reviews. Their issues seemed to be cause by distribution rather than manufacturing problems. Finally, at least one consumer thought the model was too heavy. Bear in mind that it is a 25 lb. cooler when it’s empty, and it doesn’t have wheels to drag it around. This is something you need to consider for mobility reasons, but is clearly stated in the description.
Practical Tips and Tricks
One of the most practical tips I can provide for the usage of this high-end luxury cooler has to do with ice retention. There seemed to be some discretion among users about the product’s ability to keep ice frozen for days as it claims.
It seems that the issue seems to be improper packing and cooling prior to use. It is recommended that you cool the Tundra overnight before filling it, and pack it properly to ensure proper internal temperature and that it retains its coldness for days. It stands to reason that if you start out with a warm cooler, it is going to melt ice and such as the temperature equalizes and stabilizes. To prevent this ‘loss of cold,’ start out with a cold cooler.
Price Point and Comparisons
As has been previously mentioned, this is a one of the most prominent high-end coolers on the market. It starts from about $350 regardless of where you buy it. This is a price that might increase with shipping, depending on where you pick one up. The size also will affect the price.
K2 brand coolers are the most comparable to the Yeti Tundra. They run a bit cheaper, and they don’t promise to protect from grizzlies. They are also simply not at popular with the customers, and it’s almost impossible to find objective reviews.
Conclusion and Recommendation
Ultimately, if you are looking for a durable cooler that is going to withstand anything you encounter, the Tundra definitely does the job. With its high price point, though, you need to consider your needs vs. what you’re getting. Many of the features, such as ice retention, can be achieved with lower-priced coolers. Several owners even mentioned that it definitely wasn’t worth the price if you’re just going to be transporting treats to soccer practice.
If you absolutely want the best and need that high-quality design, though, it’s one of the premiere coolers available.
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