Yeti has done a good job with advertising their brand. But that is only part of the reason why so many people are into purchasing a Yeti.
The Yeti does hold its water (no pun intended, of course) when it comes to their claims of awesome insulation. In fact, the Yeti can hold ice for at least five days in hot temperatures. But then again, so can other coolers that are comparable to the Yeti.
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Why You Should Consider A Cooler Other Than The Yeti
So why is it that so many people are looking to buy a cooler similar to the Yeti; just not quite the Yeti? The main reason is the price. The Yeti traditionally costs more than most of the comparable coolers out there that yield the same performance metrics. Granted, the Yeti coolers have come down in cost. You simply cannot go wrong with the Yeti cooler.
All of this being said, the coolers mentioned below have been proven to be of comparable performance. Most of them are coolers like the Yeti, but cheaper. We will be going over what these coolers are in each section. Each comparison section pertains to a particular size and style of the Yeti cooler. Based on the Yeti’s size and style, a list of comparable coolers have been selected for every Yeti model.
If you already know the size of the cooler that you would like to purchase, rather than reading through this entire article, please follow the quick links below. These links will bring you to the appropriate section based on the particular Yeti that you want to compare others to.
- Coolers comparable to the Yeti Roadie 20 But Cheaper
- Best Coolers comparable to the Yeti Tundra 35 But Cheaper
- Coolers comparable to the Yeti Tundra 45 But Cheaper
- Best Coolers comparable to the Yeti Tundra 65 But Cheaper
Coolers Like The Yeti Roadie 20
Before we get into the nitty-gritty and compare the Yeti Roadie 20 with the selected coolers, we give you the following quick overview inside this table. As you can see from the table below, we have found 4 cooler brands that fit the same style, size, and performance as the Yeti Roadie 20.
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RTIC 20 Cooler 
Pelican 20 Cooler 
Grizzly 20 Cooler 
Orca 20 Cooler 
Title
RTIC 20 QT Ultra-Tough Cooler Hard Insulated Portable Ice Chest Box for Beach, Drink, Beverage, Camping, Picnic, Fishing, Boat, Barbecue, Tan
Pelican 20QT Elite Cooler (Dark Grey/Green) | 15 Can or 4 Wine Bottle Capacity with Ice | 2 Day Ice Retention | Guaranteed for Life
Grizzly 20 Cooler | 20 qt Ice Chest Durable Rotomolded Insulated | Made in USA | Warranty for Life | For Beach Boat Camping Fishing Hunting | G20 | White
ORCA ORCW020 20qt White Cooler
Price
$159.00
$199.95
$229.99
$252.46
Length (Inches)
17.75
18.8
14.5
19
Width (Inches)
8.25
12.6
20
14
Height (Inches)
15
17.7
13.5
15
Capacity
20 Qt
20 Qt
20 Qt
20 Qt
Weight
17.5 lbs
10 lbs
16 lbs
16 lbs
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RTIC 20 Cooler
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Title
RTIC 20 QT Ultra-Tough Cooler Hard Insulated Portable Ice Chest Box for Beach, Drink, Beverage, Camping, Picnic, Fishing, Boat, Barbecue, Tan
Price
$159.00
Length (Inches)
17.75
Width (Inches)
8.25
Height (Inches)
15
Capacity
20 Qt
Weight
17.5 lbs
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Pelican 20 Cooler
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Title
Pelican 20QT Elite Cooler (Dark Grey/Green) | 15 Can or 4 Wine Bottle Capacity with Ice | 2 Day Ice Retention | Guaranteed for Life
Price
$199.95
Length (Inches)
18.8
Width (Inches)
12.6
Height (Inches)
17.7
Capacity
20 Qt
Weight
10 lbs
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Grizzly 20 Cooler
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Title
Grizzly 20 Cooler | 20 qt Ice Chest Durable Rotomolded Insulated | Made in USA | Warranty for Life | For Beach Boat Camping Fishing Hunting | G20 | White
Price
$229.99
Length (Inches)
14.5
Width (Inches)
20
Height (Inches)
13.5
Capacity
20 Qt
Weight
16 lbs
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Orca 20 Cooler
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Title
ORCA ORCW020 20qt White Cooler
Price
$252.46
Length (Inches)
19
Width (Inches)
14
Height (Inches)
15
Capacity
20 Qt
Weight
16 lbs
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Rtic 20 Cooler
- Considerably cheaper than the Yeti
- Has a stainless steel handle that locks upright in order to facilitate carrying
- The customer service with the Yeti is better
- Built like a tank
- Will keep ice longer than a regular cooler
- In terms of keeping ice longer, it does not live up to its 10 day thing in advertising. But it is worth the money, as it is much cheaper than the Yeti.
- The lid does not keep open when it is up. You must hold it open
- Ice lasts 2 to 5 days
- Color selection not that great
- The Yeti is more robust and durable
- Holds 24 cans and 25 pounds of ice
- Nonslip rubber feet
Pelican 20 Cooler
- Corrosion-resistant because there are no metal parts
- Holds 20 quarts, and only 15 cans. Three or more wine bottles
- Stainless steel bottle opener
- Cupholders on lid
- Includes Pelican’s legendary lifetime guarantee – “You break it, we replace it. Forever!”
- Taller than the others. However, it makes it easier to hold wine bottles.
- Would be difficult to rest anything on the lid.
- The handle is also very nice to grip, as it’s a soft rubber that is more comfortable than hard plastic.
- Bright green color on the inside makes it easy to see while looking for items.
- Holds ice for up to three days, but still longer than the regular ones.
- Does not have t-latches. Some people prefer this style.
Grizzly 20 Cooler
- Attractive color selections
- Stainless steel carry handle
- Hold ice for up to three days
- 2-inch drain – smaller than the usual 3-inch drain
- Similar to the Yeti but Yeti’s ice stays longer and may actually be cheaper at this point than the Grizzly
Are Grizzly coolers comparable to Yeti coolers? Find out in our Grizzly coolers vs Yeti Coolers review.
Orca 20 Cooler
- Lifetime warranty
- Attached cargo net for extra storage
- Comfortable and plush rubber grip on handle
- Thick metal handle. Very durable and sturdy
- Comes in various attractive colors
- Same or better quality than the Yeti, but at a better price
- Cool whale tail latches mimic t-latches
- Ice lasts for about five days
Coolers Comparable To The Yeti Tundra 35
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EchoSmile 35 Cooler 
Pelican 30 Cooler 
Seavilis 35 Cooler 
Engel 35 Cooler 
Title
EchoSmile 25/30/35/40/75 Quart Rotomolded Cooler, 5 Days Protale Ice Cooler, Ice Chest Suit for BBQ, Camping, Pincnic, and Other Outdoor Activities
Pelican 30Q-1-DKGRYEGRN Elite 30 Quart Cooler (Dark Grey/Green)
Seavilis Heavy Duty Rotomolded Cooler-35qt Gray Hanging Wire Basket,Divider and Cup Holder are Free
Engel Coolers ENG35 Cooler | 36 Can High Performance Durable Seamless Rotationally Molded Ice Box for Camping, Hunting, and Fishing - Tan
Price
Price not available
$239.99
Price not available
$215.99
Capacity (Quarts)
35
30
35
35
Weight (Pounds)
17.62
25.3
22.4
25
Length (Inches)
23
19
16.2
20.75
Width (Inches)
14
18.5
16.2
14.25
Height (Inches)
15
21.67
27.9
14.5
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EchoSmile 35 Cooler
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Title
EchoSmile 25/30/35/40/75 Quart Rotomolded Cooler, 5 Days Protale Ice Cooler, Ice Chest Suit for BBQ, Camping, Pincnic, and Other Outdoor Activities
Price
Price not available
Capacity (Quarts)
35
Weight (Pounds)
17.62
Length (Inches)
23
Width (Inches)
14
Height (Inches)
15
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Pelican 30 Cooler
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Title
Pelican 30Q-1-DKGRYEGRN Elite 30 Quart Cooler (Dark Grey/Green)
Price
$239.99
Capacity (Quarts)
30
Weight (Pounds)
25.3
Length (Inches)
19
Width (Inches)
18.5
Height (Inches)
21.67
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Seavilis 35 Cooler
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Title
Seavilis Heavy Duty Rotomolded Cooler-35qt Gray Hanging Wire Basket,Divider and Cup Holder are Free
Price
Price not available
Capacity (Quarts)
35
Weight (Pounds)
22.4
Length (Inches)
16.2
Width (Inches)
16.2
Height (Inches)
27.9
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Engel 35 Cooler
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Title
Engel Coolers ENG35 Cooler | 36 Can High Performance Durable Seamless Rotationally Molded Ice Box for Camping, Hunting, and Fishing - Tan
Price
$215.99
Capacity (Quarts)
35
Weight (Pounds)
25
Length (Inches)
20.75
Width (Inches)
14.25
Height (Inches)
14.5
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Echo Smile 35 Qt Cooler
- Holds 30 quarts, and about 12 bottles of beer
- Holds ice for about five days
- Considerably cheaper than the Yeti
- The biggest difference between the Frosty and Yeti is the molding. The Yeti molding is of higher quality and more durable. But it is considerably cheaper than the Yeti, and the molding is sufficiently durable.
- Great reviews
Pelican 30 Qt Cooler
- 30 quarts
- More expensive than the Frosty and in some cases, the Yeti
- Sloped Drain & Tethered Threaded Plug (Garden Hose Attachable)
- 2-Inch polyurethane insulation
- A small selection of attractive colors.
- Built-in basket
- Very solid, tactical-like build
- Keeps ice for five days in very hot weather
- It is pretty heavy, so not for the daily camper. Unless you have a truck
- Made in the USA
Seavilis Cooler – Heavy Duty Rotomolded 35qt
- 35 quarts
- LLPDE and PU FOAM material helps protect your cooler from the sun’s damaging rays
- Fairly inexpensive
- Only half the price of the others mentioned above
- Built to be heavy-duty
- Comes in white and does not have any branding on it
- Looks a lot more simple and basic
- Holds ice for three days depending on the weather
- Has decent customer reviews and no major issues with the construction
- Customers are happy with how little they have paid and the value they are getting
Engel Coolers ENG35 Cooler
- 10-year warranty instead of lifetime warranty (like the Yeti)
- Comes with rope handles
- Excellent ice for tension for a lower price
- Not as good as Canyon or ORCA. Just about as good as the Yeti.
- Cost is cheaper than all three of the above
- Keeps ice for about seven days
Coolers Comparable To The Yeti Tundra 45
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Pelican 45 Cooler 
Thermik 45 Cooler 
RTIC 45 Cooler 
Title
Pelican Elite 45 Quart Wheeled Cooler (Tan)
Thermik High Performance Roto-Molded Cooler, 45 qt, White
RTIC Hard Cooler, 45 qt, Tan, Ice Chest with Heavy Duty Rubber Latches, 3 Inch Insulated Walls
Price
$449.95
Price not available
Price not available
Capacity (Quarts)
45
45
45
Length (Inches)
19
26.75
26.5
Width (Inches)
12
16.5
16.5
Height (Inches)
12
17
15.75
Weight (Pounds)
37.25
29.8
29
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Pelican 45 Cooler
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Title
Pelican Elite 45 Quart Wheeled Cooler (Tan)
Price
$449.95
Capacity (Quarts)
45
Length (Inches)
19
Width (Inches)
12
Height (Inches)
12
Weight (Pounds)
37.25
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Thermik 45 Cooler
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Title
Thermik High Performance Roto-Molded Cooler, 45 qt, White
Price
Price not available
Capacity (Quarts)
45
Length (Inches)
26.75
Width (Inches)
16.5
Height (Inches)
17
Weight (Pounds)
29.8
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RTIC 45 Cooler
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Title
RTIC Hard Cooler, 45 qt, Tan, Ice Chest with Heavy Duty Rubber Latches, 3 Inch Insulated Walls
Price
Price not available
Capacity (Quarts)
45
Length (Inches)
26.5
Width (Inches)
16.5
Height (Inches)
15.75
Weight (Pounds)
29
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Pelican Elite 45 Cooler
- 45 quarts
- Freezer grade gasket, just like the smaller edition
- Has a basket built into it
- Lockable
- Has a fiery emblem on the face of the cooler
- Highly durable
- Very heavy compared to other coolers of the same size
- Considerably more expensive than the others
Thermik Cooler Roto-Molded 45
- On the more expensive side
- 45 quarts
- Comes with a built-in basket
- Bottle opener on one of the corners
- Cup holder on the side of the cooler
- Five-year warranty
- Vacuum release valve to equalize the pressure once the ice melts
- Cutting board separator
- A rugged two-stage drain fits a standard garden hose for remote draining. A stainless leash prevents drain overboard.
- Not the cheapest but also not the most expensive
RTIC 45 Cooler
- Rope handle
- Costs about the same as the Thermik
- Ice keeps for about five days
- Not as tough as the Thermik
Coolers Comparable To The Yeti Tundra 65
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Pelican 70 Cooler 
Pelican 80 Cooler 
Title
Pelican 70 Quart Elite Cooler (Dark Grey/Green)
Pelican Elite 80 Quart Wheeled Cooler (White)
Price
$349.95
$571.37
Capacity (Quarts)
70
80
Weight (Pounds)
33.29
51.5
Length (Inches)
36
42.8
Width (Inches)
20.3
20.7
Height (Inches)
21
20.2
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Pelican 70 Cooler
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Title
Pelican 70 Quart Elite Cooler (Dark Grey/Green)
Price
$349.95
Capacity (Quarts)
70
Weight (Pounds)
33.29
Length (Inches)
36
Width (Inches)
20.3
Height (Inches)
21
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Pelican 80 Cooler
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Title
Pelican Elite 80 Quart Wheeled Cooler (White)
Price
$571.37
Capacity (Quarts)
80
Weight (Pounds)
51.5
Length (Inches)
42.8
Width (Inches)
20.7
Height (Inches)
20.2
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Pelican Elite 70 Cooler
- 70 quarts
- Handles attached to the molding
- Bottle opener
- Tiedown spots in the molding
- Made in the USA
- Pelican’s Lifetime Guarantee: “You break it, we replace it. Forever”
- Cup holders on top are self-draining
- Measuring board integrated to the top lid
- The Yeti has better ice retention and sometimes costs a little bit less
Pelican 80 Wheeled Cooler
- As the name suggests, it comes with wheels. This is for ease of carrying, as it is considerably heavier (and larger) than most coolers
- Holds 80 quarts
- Keeps ice longer than most coolers of this size
- Stainless steel bottle opener
- Tie-down slots built into the molding
- Made in the USA
- Lifetime guarantee, even if you broke it!
Coolers Like a Yeti But Cheaper: Conclusion
While there is a good reason for why the Yeti is so popular, you do not need to pay a high for an excellent cooler. The coolers like a Yeti but cheaper mentioned above are all superior in durability, build, and ice retention than regular coolers. That is why we’ve selected them. We could not list the prices here, as they tend to vary. Amazon has many cooler sellers for each cooler model, so pricing depends on the particular seller. Due to the competitive pricing model, purchasing your cooler on Amazon is a great choice.
