4 Things to Know About Saltwater Coolers

Choose rotomolded construction Rotomolded coolers are made from one piece of plastic with no seams, so they resist UV, salt spray, and rough handling without corroding.

Insist on stainless steel hardware Latches, hinges, and drain plugs must be stainless steel. Zinc or plated steel will rust within a season in saltwater.

Skip Yeti, buy Engel or RTIC Yeti is overhyped and overpriced. Engel and RTIC offer the same rotomolded durability with stainless hardware for less money.

Avoid coolers with extra plastic parts Integrated cup holders and other plastic bits trap saltwater and create failure points. A simple rotomolded box with good latches and a tight gasket is best.