Keep things cool anywhere you go when you have the Soft Sided 18-Quart Backpack Cooler from Embark™. This soft-sided cooler is made with recycled polyester fabric, and features a front pocket to help keep small essentials within reach. Its double zippers make it easy to open and close, while the adjustable straps allow convenient carrying whether it's time for a picnic or a hike. Including a bottle opener, this cooler brings convenience to toting food and drink.
Dimensions (Overall): 17.72 Inches (H) x 11.42 Inches (W) x 7.87 Inches (D)
A: Yes, it has adjustable straps for convenient carrying.
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Q: Does the cooler have any exterior storage?
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A: Yes, it features exterior pockets for additional storage.
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Q: What additional accessory is included with the cooler?
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A: The cooler includes a bottle opener for added convenience.
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Q: What material is the liner made from?
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A: The liner is made from PEVA, which stands for Polyethylene Vinyl Acetate.
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Q: What is the cooler's carrying capacity?
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A: The cooler can hold up to 24 beverage cans.
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Q: Is it machine washable ?
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A: Hello - We appreciate your interest in this item. It can be taken Care by Spot or Wipe Clean. Hope this helps. - Kevin
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Q: Will this product be OK if it gets wet while on a kayak or paddleboard?
submitted by M - 7 months ago
A: Hello M - Thank you for your Question! The 18qt backpack cooler is not water proof. It can provide certain resistance to water but it might get soaking wet during water activities. We recommend using this backpack for picnic or a hike. Have a great day! - Eram
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Q: Is the outside of the bag a material that is wipeable?
submitted by Kayla M - 8 months ago
A: Kayla M - Thank you for your question. The recommended care and cleaning is spot or wipe clean. I hope this helps. - Kate
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Q: Is this water proof
submitted by rita - 9 months ago
A: Hello - We appreciate your interest in this item. The liner is leakproof, but the zippers are not. So if the bag tips over with melted ice some water may leak out. We know you will enjoy it. – Jacob
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Q: Can this keep food warm?
submitted by Ashley - 1 year ago
A: Hello Ashley - Thank you for your interest on - Soft Sided 18qt Backpack Cooler. This soft-sided cooler is made with recycled polyester fabric which keeps drinks and foods cool anywhere you go. Hope this helps. - Rose
This backpack cooler is designed for convenience and functionality, making it ideal for outdoor activities like beach trips, picnics, and family outings. Guests appreciate its spacious compartments, comfortable straps, and stylish design. While many enjoy its ability to keep items cool for hours, some have experienced issues with leaking. Overall, it offers a great balance of style and practicality, perfect for those seeking a hands-free carrying option.
Summary created by AI from text of reviews reflecting recent feedback provided across different star ratings (includes incentivized reviews)
4.6
4.6 out of 5 stars
217 star ratings
4.6 out of 5 stars with 217 reviews
73% would recommend
63 recommendations
5 out of 5 stars
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9 January, 2026Verified purchase
Does the job
We really love this cooler backpack. It fits a good amount of items. From hanging out with friends to taking it to the zoo with our kids, it does the job. We also love that it is a backpack, so it is easy to carry.
Nicole
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5 out of 5 stars
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9 December, 2025Verified purchase
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So cute. Bigger than it looked online but I’m glad
Jessica
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5 out of 5 stars
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6 August, 2025Verified purchase
RECOMMENDED
It has a sleek design, good for festivals/concerts. I used cold packs to keep items cold.
Nina
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3 out of 5 stars
31 July, 2025Verified purchase
Great for a quick run, not all day!
Great with ice packs. I don’t recommend putting regular ice because it will leak once the ice melts.
Mandy from HI
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2 out of 5 stars
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26 July, 2025
Leaks / Ice Melts
Had Less than a year. Leaks like crazy, ice melts completely (fully closed, not re-opened) in a few hours. Nice design, terrible cooler.
JPT5000
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5 out of 5 stars
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4 July, 2025Verified purchase
Impressive temp control.
Size is great for a family! We used it at a theme park, it kept drinks cold in 90 degrees, held 16 drinks, 3 sandwiches and snacks. The white color shockingly didnt get ruined due to the material.
Tree Fam of 4
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5 out of 5 stars
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10 June, 2025Verified purchase
Cooler bag
This bag is good kept the stuff cold through the day I did noticed towards the end when some ice melted when I tipped the bag the water spilled through the zipper seem maybe put some seem sealer but definitely recommend fits a good amount of stuff for a couple me and my wife packed a good amount of food and drinks for our day
Jp
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5 out of 5 stars
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26 March, 2025Verified purchase
Great bag for the price
Held three snack boxes, two ice packs and a six pack (bottles) in the main compartment and stayed cool for at least 8 hours that I was out. The included bottle opener was great. I also put more snacks in the top compartment. It’s all insulated. The straps are strong! The bag was heavy after adding the six pack and the added handle on top makes carrying it my hand easy as well. The side pockets are stretchy enough to hold a wide tumbler.
ZSATX
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5 out of 5 stars
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19 March, 2025Verified purchase
Sharing is...
I really liked how I could substitute a cooler bag backpack in place of a rear bicycle basket. Roomy for stuff and is pretty for girls. I got the tan one.
Psalm 23
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5 out of 5 stars
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30 September, 2024Verified purchase
Excellent
We put ice inside a gallon sized baggie and used iced packs and did not have any leaking! Everything stayed cool all day. Used this backpack at the Renaissance Festival and we had no issues getting in and no leaking. Loved it!
Great Backpack Cooler
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5 out of 5 stars
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14 September, 2024Verified purchase
Worth it
Fits a lot, stays cool even for hours at the beach. Impressed especially for the value. Also so cute. Someone thought it was yeti lol. Love the backpack feature, makes it so easy take on picnics/ hikes
Watering can
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1 out of 5 stars
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27 August, 2024Verified purchase
LEAKS
I would not buy this. It leaked the very first day I used it. I will keep it to put food in which would be pretty rarely for our family and use frozen ice packs, but that is not why I intended on buying this cooler. I wanted it for drinks and to be able to have both hands free with 2 kids. I will say I have used one time with frozen packs and it does stay cold.
Steph
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1 out of 5 stars
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27 August, 2024Verified purchase
Bad quality
Pro it does keep everything for a long time. But the quality of the stitching doesn’t last very long, also don’t bend over while trying to grab something you’ll immediately get a wake up call from the lack of seals. To be honest, it’s not really worth spending your money on this cooler back pack, I recommend to just save more of your money and get a way more durable cooler back pack
Fern
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1 out of 5 stars
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27 August, 2024Verified purchase
Leaked terribly, only use with an ice pack
Does not hold ice! Will melt and leak all over your house/ car. Had to throw in trash. Total disappointment.
DawnP
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2 out of 5 stars
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14 August, 2024Verified purchase
Leaks
Love the backpack cooler at first but unfortunately after the 3rd use the melted ice started to leak, we used it for the beach so it was annoying that sand sticks to the wet area so had to return :/
MsF
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1 out of 5 stars
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4 August, 2024Verified purchase
Crappy
Leaks like crazy, costs too much to be this bad
ChrissyFont
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5 out of 5 stars
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20 July, 2024Verified purchase
Grear size and comfy to carry
Perfect size. Easy to carry. It has a ton of exterior pockets too! Would highly recommend!
Emmygchi
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5 out of 5 stars
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16 July, 2024Verified purchase
Love
Love it !! Does seem to get wet on the outside for some reason
Jadeshairsalon
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5 out of 5 stars
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12 July, 2024Verified purchase
Back pack cooler!!
This was exactly what I needed when we went to Vegas!
M
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5 out of 5 stars
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3 July, 2024Verified purchase
I love it!
I absolutely love it! I purchased it to carry my breast pump. It has a lot of space (I have an spectra 2). It is also great to add some ice packs and carry the milk fresh. It is also really cute! 100% recommended!!