Yeti Tundra vs RTIC/Pelican: Rubber feet and tie-downs matter more than the brand

Yeti Tundra is the best bet, but any heavy-duty roto-molded cooler with integrated tie-down loops and thick rubber feet works. RTIC and Pelican offer similar features for half the price. Skip soft coolers—they slide, tip, and insulate poorly. The key spec is thick rubber feet with deep treads, not little nubs.