Vango Cool Boxes

This collection covers the full Vango cool box and cooler range, from compact 12-litre soft cooler bags through to the 66-litre Pinnacle Wheelie with 120 hours of cooling time. Vango splits its cooling products into four distinct lines: the Pinnacle passive hard cool boxes, the Pinnacle Wheelie cool boxes with telescopic handles and wheels, the Glacier rotomoulded premium coolers, the E-Pinnacle electric cool boxes, and the Soft Cooler bags. Capacities run from 12 litres up to 66 litres, with cooling retention times ranging from 24 hours in the soft coolers to five full days in the Glacier range. All hard cool boxes in the range use polyurethane foam insulation and high-density polyethylene construction.

What types of Vango cool box are available for camping?

Vango cool boxes fall into three main categories: passive hard cool boxes (Pinnacle and Glacier lines from 23L to 66L), electric thermoelectric cool boxes (E-Pinnacle in 30L and 40L), and soft cooler bags (12L, 17L, and 20L). Passive models rely on polyurethane foam insulation and ice packs, whilst electric models run on 12V or 230V power and cool up to 16 degrees below ambient temperature.

The Pinnacle line is the broadest in the collection. Standard Pinnacle models come in 32L and 57L sizes without wheels, whilst the Pinnacle Wheelie adds a telescopic handle and sturdy wheels in 30L, 45L, and 66L options. Cooling times scale with size: 72 hours for 30L and 32L models, 80 hours for the 57L, 100 hours for the 45L Wheelie, and 120 hours for the 66L Wheelie. Vango also offers 5-Piece Sets in 32L and 45L Wheelie configurations that bundle a 4.5L cool box, a 2.5L flask, and two ice bricks together. The Glacier range sits at the top as Vango's premium line, using rotomoulded construction instead of standard HDPE for greater durability and thermal performance, available in 23L, 33L, and 47L sizes with up to five days of ice retention. The E-Pinnacle electric models complete the range with thermoelectric cooling at 30L and 40L capacities, and the Soft Cooler bags come in 12L (18 cans), 17L (24 cans), and 20L (30 cans) with waterproof, leakproof zips and antibacterial linings.

Vango cool boxes suit a wide range of outdoor users. Weekend campers and festival-goers often reach for the Pinnacle 30L or 32L models as they're light enough to carry between car and pitch. Families on week-long caravan holidays tend to favour the 45L or 57L sizes, where the larger capacity handles food for four people over several days. Touring caravanners and motorhome owners who park up for extended stays regularly choose the 66L Wheelie or the E-Pinnacle electric models when they have hookup access. Anglers and wild campers gravitate toward the Glacier range for its rotomoulded toughness and five-day ice retention. The Soft Cooler bags work well for day trips, beach outings, and as a secondary cooler alongside a larger box at camp. For customers looking for the cool box alongside other outdoor equipment, Vango's camping furniture, camp kitchens, and tent ranges are also available through the wider Leisureshopdirect collection.

Picking the right Vango cool box comes down to three things: how long you need it to stay cold, how you're going to move it around, and whether you have access to power. For day trips and short overnight stays, a Soft Cooler or the Pinnacle 32L gives you plenty of capacity without bulk. For a long weekend without electric hookup, the Pinnacle Wheelie 45L with its 100-hour cooling time is the sweet spot for most families. If you're on an extended trip with mains or 12V power available, the E-Pinnacle 40L with its removable divider works well for separating food and drinks. At the entry level, the Soft Coolers and standard Pinnacle models give solid performance at accessible prices. The Pinnacle Wheelie models sit mid-range and add convenience with wheels and telescopic handles. The Glacier rotomoulded range commands the highest prices but delivers the strongest build quality and longest ice retention in the collection.

One common mistake is overestimating the practical capacity of a cool box once ice packs are inside. The Pinnacle 32L fits 46 cans when empty, but you'll realistically pack around 30 to 35 cans plus ice packs in normal use. Pre-chilling the cool box before loading it makes a significant difference to performance, and keeping the lid closed as much as possible extends cooling times considerably. Cooling time claims are tested under controlled conditions, so real-world results depend on ambient temperature, how often the lid opens, and ice pack quality. The E-Pinnacle electric models cool to 16 degrees below ambient rather than to a fixed temperature, so they won't match a compressor fridge in high heat. For wheeled models, the telescopic handle and wheels are designed for campsite and car park surfaces but won't roll smoothly over soft sand or deep grass. Store all cool boxes with the lid slightly open when not in use to prevent mould and odour buildup inside the insulated walls.