RTIC Ultra-Tough Soft Cooler with 36.5 quart capacity holds 50 cans and keeps food cold for up to 2 days
Floats in water making it the perfect cooler for the lake, pool, or boat
Durable, leak-proof zipper and puncture-resistant liner prevent spills and tears
Heavy-duty coated exterior built to handle rough terrain and outdoor conditions
Includes zippered storage pocket and adjustable shoulder strap for easy carrying
Available in 12 can, 20 can, 30 can, and 50 can sizes to suit every adventure
Description
The RTIC 50 Can Ultra-Tough Soft Cooler is built to handle your biggest adventures—from beach trips and camping to fishing and backyard BBQs. Made to float and designed for extreme durability, this leak-proof cooler is as versatile as it is tough. It features a heavy-duty, tear-resistant coated vinyl exterior and a fully waterproof zipper.
With up to 1.5 inches of closed-cell foam insulation, the Ultra-Tough Soft Cooler keeps contents cold for up to 2 days—perfect for road trips, lake days, and outdoor excursions. The waterproof interior works with both ice cubes and ice packs, while welded seams help lock in the cold and prevent leaks. Lightweight yet rugged, it includes a zippered pocket and adjustable shoulder strap for easy carrying.
Best of all—it floats, making it the ideal floating cooler for the pool or boat. Whether you're packing a picnic, hauling drinks, or heading off-grid, this cooler is ready to go wherever you do.
This 50 Can Soft Cooler holds up to 50 cans or 36.5 quarts and includes an exterior storage pocket to keep essentials within easy reach (note: pocket is not waterproof).
Available in 12, 20, 30, and 50 can sizes.
Note: The packaging on this item may say 40 can, but don’t worry, it still fits up to 50 cans
Dimensions (Overall): 17.3 Inches (H) x 11.7 Inches (W) x 18.6 Inches (D)
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Volume
0 - 16 quarts
17 - 35 quarts
36 - 59 quarts
60 - 99 quarts
100 quarts and above
All sizes in inches unless otherwise noted.
Shipping details
Estimated ship dimensions: 20.08 inches length x 12.95 inches width x 17.0891 inches height
Estimated ship weight: 7.3 pounds
We regret that this item cannot be shipped to PO Boxes.
This item cannot be shipped to the following locations: American Samoa (see also separate entry under AS), Guam (see also separate entry under GU), Northern Mariana Islands, Puerto Rico (see also separate entry under PR), United States Minor Outlying Islands, Virgin Islands, U.S., APO/FPO, Alaska, Hawaii
Return details
This item can be returned to any Target store or Target.com.
This item must be returned within 90 days of the date it was purchased in store, delivered to the guest, delivered by a Shipt shopper, or picked up by the guest.
This cooler is praised for its ability to keep items cold for extended periods, making it ideal for outdoor adventures and daily use. Guests appreciate its sturdy construction and convenient size, which fits well in various settings. However, many have experienced issues with the zipper, which tends to fail over time, leading to dissatisfaction. Despite this, the cooler's overall performance in maintaining temperature and its versatility for different activities make it a popular choice among guests.
Summary created by AI from text of reviews reflecting recent feedback provided across different star ratings (includes incentivized reviews)
3.9
3.9 out of 5 stars
4381 star ratings
3.9 out of 5 stars with 4381 reviews
100% would recommend
1 recommendations
2 out of 5 stars
11 November, 2026
originally posted on RTIC Outdoors
Zipper problems
Let’s see if artic puts this up. My son , 2 friends and myself all purchased the same cooler. All of us had zipper issues. All 4 coolers had the zipper break and all 4 were handled with care. Mine looks brand new as it was always in a car, covered and washed after ever use. Zipper wax applied after every other use. I like the cooler in general but would not recommend and the 3 others would agree. Horrible zipper. My G F called artic and they would not take care of the problem because my cooler is a few years old. I would gladly send it to them to see that it looks new.
James F.
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5 out of 5 stars
7 November, 2026
originally posted on RTIC Outdoors
Zipper
Although I realize the zipper needs to be sealed well I have achy hands and its difficult to open. But i love the size and the color. Also the hight is perfect for taller items.
Linda S.
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2 out of 5 stars
6 November, 2026
originally posted on RTIC Outdoors
Good Cooling / Bad Zipper
Cooler worked great initially, but after limited use over a couple years the zipper broke off. Getting the zipper fully closed / opened from the starting point was already hard without the extended zipper piece, but infinitely harder once it broke (especially when wet). Then the end of the zipper where it closes became ripped at the seams making it not waterproof or fully sealed. Would not purchase again.
Kevin
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5 out of 5 stars
5 November, 2026
originally posted on RTIC Outdoors
Zipper Broken within 2 Days
I cannot say much about this cooler because the zipper broke on the second day of using it. It could quiete possibly be the best cooler ever made but I'll never know because of the zipper. Very disappointing
Jim S.
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5 out of 5 stars
30 October, 2026
originally posted on RTIC Outdoors
Too Large
I haven't used it. It is too heavy for me to carry. Wanted a smaller one.
Judith C.
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5 out of 5 stars
30 October, 2026
originally posted on RTIC Outdoors
Great coolers
Love these coolers. I actually have 5 of them but this one was given away for a sponsorship. Only issue with any of the ones I have is the zipper breaks over time but that is normal wear and tear for anything.
Garrett B.
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3 out of 5 stars
28 October, 2026
originally posted on RTIC Outdoors
Great cooler, horrible zipper
This cooler was awesome until the zipper started to fail. The zipper required frequent lubrication. The plastic around the zipper finally started to come off and that was the end of the cooler as it no longer zips closed. Great while it lasted, but too expensive to replace knowing that this is a problem.
Bill
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1 out of 5 stars
28 October, 2026
originally posted on RTIC Outdoors
Falling apart
After a couple of years, the rubber around the zipper is coming off and falling apart, the zipper no longer works and it is not worth the money!
Javy R.
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1 out of 5 stars
27 October, 2026
originally posted on RTIC Outdoors
Zipper doesn’t last
After a year zipper failed out of warranty now a trash bucket
Charles
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4 out of 5 stars
27 October, 2026
originally posted on RTIC Outdoors
RTIC 30 can review
We love it! It keeps ice for a very long time. One thing I am sad about though; even greasing the zipper it is very hard to zip. Our zipper already broke due to this@
Kelsie S.
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5 out of 5 stars
27 October, 2026
originally posted on RTIC Outdoors
HIGHLY recommend. Cooler is very
HIGHLY recommend. Cooler is very durable and will last for years. This is our 3rd one in 10 years, We now own the 20, 30 and 40 can.
Jennifer M.
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5 out of 5 stars
26 October, 2026
originally posted on RTIC Outdoors
My wife loves it
I think it’s a good product. I’ve been using it for about three weeks now my wife just fell in love with it. I may have to buy me four more.
Jeffery S.
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1 out of 5 stars
26 October, 2026
originally posted on RTIC Outdoors
Zipper problems
This is my second 20 soft sided cooler! I love(d) the Rtic brand but have had terrible luck with the zipper catching on the seals... I understand they need to be greased but I just dont feel its as quality an item as I thought? Is there a warranty on this? I have not had or used this cooler very many times! Still has the Rtic tag on it...
J. S.
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3 out of 5 stars
25 October, 2026
originally posted on RTIC Outdoors
Zipper broke after 5 years
Well it does a good job at keeping ice frozen for 6 hours on a hot day sometimes don’t even have to fully close it. I’ve always been careful with zipper to pull slow and straight but today it finally came over and kinda ripped from the lunchbox material.
Michael S.
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3 out of 5 stars
23 October, 2026
originally posted on RTIC Outdoors
Cheap zipper handle, otherwise good
Zipper handle snapped off on first use. Temporarily replaced with zip ties. Otherwise, it's a good cooler. Wish the zipper handle was connected via flexible cord or stronger/thicker metal.
Robert S.
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4 out of 5 stars
19 October, 2026
originally posted on RTIC Outdoors
Solid product
The good: overall this is a great product. It keeps things incredibly cool throughout a long work day and I would 100% buy again. Bonus: The sturdy construction actually allows me to use it as a seat The downsides: These downsides are all a result of the design necessary to ensure that it makes the advertised claims. 1. It is a little bit heavier than I thought. 2. The shape of the design causes it to kind of be a challenge to store it in a tucked away corner or shelf without having to shove it in there. Also, due to the way that this has to be designed, one handed operation is a near impossibility. When using the ice packs supplied purchased separately, despite being low profile, it does feel as though you lose a significant amount of space. This is due mostly to the design conflicting with how modern bottles, cans, jugs and storage in general are made. TLDR; this is a great cooler that has some annoyances and drawbacks caused by the necessity of the design to be able to meet its advertised objectives and keep it as a reasonable price point. Even with those annoyances I would still purchase again.
Bryant S.
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1 out of 5 stars
14 October, 2026
originally posted on RTIC Outdoors
Poor zipper
I had (since trashed it) this cooler, while it kept drinks cold for a great time the zipper was very tough to open and the handle broke almost right away and then the zipper broke all together.
Scott
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1 out of 5 stars
13 October, 2026
originally posted on RTIC Outdoors
Broken zipper
Zipper broke after 14 months. No warranty, no way to repair, no discount off replacement. You have lost my business.
Gregg E.
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2 out of 5 stars
12 October, 2026
originally posted on RTIC Outdoors
ZIPPEr and Seams
I have had two of these coolers. One I purchased and one was a gift. Both zippers failed. The seems came apart . The second one didn’t even last two years. RTIC do better with the zipper design.
Joe P.
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1 out of 5 stars
11 October, 2026
originally posted on RTIC Outdoors
Zipper issue
There was another review about the zipper, I had the same issue on mine now. I always took care of my cooler and one day the plastic crumbled off and the zipper went off track. Now the cooler won’t zip since it’s missing a piece of plastic.