Blue Coolers 60 Quart Roto-Molded Ice Cooler with Wheels
Blue Coolers has built a reputation for offering premium-grade coolers at a more affordable price point, and the 60 Quart Wheeled model is no exception. This cooler combines toughness with usability, designed for people who require extended ice retention without sacrificing mobility. Whether you’re camping for a week or hosting a multi-day event, this cooler aims to keep your contents cold and accessible. The integrated wheels and telescoping handle enhance portability, addressing a common shortfall in other heavy-duty coolers.
Product Highlights & Features
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Roto-Molded Construction: Delivers superior durability and impact resistance for harsh environments.
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Extreme Ice Retention: Capable of holding ice for up to 10 days under optimal conditions.
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60 Quart Capacity: Ample space for food, drinks, and supplies for group outings.
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Built-in Wheels & Telescoping Handle: Easily transport the cooler over rough terrain without strain.
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Lockable Lid with Gasket Seal: Ensures tight insulation and added security.
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Non-Slip Feet & Molded Tie-Down Slots: Designed for stability during transport and use.
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Rapid Drain System: Dual plug drain makes cleaning and water removal hassle-free.
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Certified Bear-Resistant: Provides peace of mind in wildlife-prone areas.
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Integrated Cup Holders and Ruler on Lid: Useful for fishing trips and convenience at campsites.
Technical Specifications
| Feature | Specification |
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| Capacity | 60 Quarts / 57 Liters |
| Exterior Dimensions | Approx. 28.5” L x 17.5” W x 18.5” H |
| Interior Dimensions | Approx. 23” L x 12” W x 13.5” H |
| Weight (Empty) | 39 lbs |
| Ice Retention | Up to 10 Days |
| Material | Roto-molded Polyethylene |
| Insulation Type | Pressure-injected Commercial-Grade Polyurethane |
| Drain Plug | Dual Plug (Rapid Drain System) |
| Wheels | Rugged, All-Terrain Plastic |
| Handle | Telescoping Aluminum |
| Latches | Heavy-Duty Rubber T-Latches |
| Bear Resistance | IGBC Certified |
Final Verdict
The Blue Coolers 60 Quart Roto-Molded Ice Cooler with Wheels is a compelling choice for serious outdoor enthusiasts and professionals alike. It delivers premium cooling performance and durability at a competitive price point. The addition of wheels and a telescoping handle makes it a practical solution for transporting heavy loads over rugged ground. While it may be on the heavier side even when empty, its robust insulation, versatile features, and sturdy construction make it a top-tier cooler for extended use.
✅ Pros:
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Excellent ice retention
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Durable and rugged
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Highly portable with wheels and handle
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Thoughtful extras like cup holders and ruler
⚠️ Cons:
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Heavier than average
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Wheels not rubberized (less suited for deep sand or mud)
If you’re looking for a cooler that performs nearly as well as the premium brands without the eye-watering price, this Blue Cooler is definitely worth your investment.
Mai –
Great cooler
Love it
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B. F. –
Great
Ordered this ice chest to replace a big ice chest. That was a canyon. Seems to be the right size. Nice and heavy won’t fly out the back of a vehicle. Was looking for something not as large and take up space.Haven’t been able to use it yet, but will be using it this weekend. Very happy with this ice chest.
Neil O’BrienNeil O’Brien –
I Purchased a Blue Cooler 60w over a Pelican. Here’s Why..
Against the recommendations of others, I decided to buy and keep the Blue Cooler 60w instead of the Pelican 45qt Wheeled Cooler.I was looking to purchase a cooler for multi-day solo and couple’s camping and purchased both units on Amazon for Memorial Day.Both coolers were dimensionally the same size, but the Blue Cooler holds 15 quarts more space than the Pelican.Blue Cooler Pros: The Blue Cooler 60w is Roto-molded and rated to hold ice for 10 days. [I conducted my own ice retention test in my rear-shaded patio for nine days in 100-degree weather]. The latches, rubber seal, and pull-handle are thicker, reliable, and more durable than the Pelican’s. The Blue nameplate is riveted to the body of the cooler and will never come off, and the corners of the lip are reinforced with stainless steel edges. The pull handle is heavy-duty metal with rubber bicycle-type handle grips. The cooler is easy to pull and maneuver. The price– $319 (vs $372). The Blue’s skin is thick and commensurate with Pelican’s.Pelican Cons: Pelican latches are made of chinsy-plastic that often break (which explains why every used Pelican for sale on FB marketplace has broken latches) Albeit, Pelican units have a lifetime warranty, they are too cumbersome to submit for warranty replacement and wait for the parts to arrive in the mail to replace the part yourself. The Pelican brand name stickers on the cooler easily peel off and were delaminating straight out of the box upon delivery. The pull handle on the Pelican is a joke, and the handle is made of the same hallowed-plastic that children’s toys are made of. There is also this weird block design that pivots and pushes on the cooler plastic rolling to cooler around, which I don’t see as a long-term solution for portability and movement. Price– $372 (vs $319). When I tested this unit against the Blue Cool for ice retention, the Pelican was only able to hold ice for three days.Pelican Pros: The two things that the Pelican cooler has over the Blue Cooler 60w [that I found] were the larger wheels and the retention wire on the drain plug. That’s it. I guess, if you are pulling your cooler down a dirt trail over rocks and ruts, and you are worried about losing the plug– those are benefits.I returned the Pelican and kept the Blue cooler– which was clearly the smart choice.
7 people found this helpful
On the lake –
Keeps things cold for days
Why did you pick this product vs others?:This cooler works very well, kept ice for three days with cooler in 90 degree space!
Jenny –
Keeps the ICE!!!!
Yes!!!! Cooled it down as instructed. Rode in bed of truck for 2 days headed to the beach in South Carolina! Still had ice!!!! Coldest cooler we have ever had! Easy to move around by the handle too! Highly recommend!
3 people found this helpful
Yusmar Flores –
Expensive but good
Looks great, very well made.
Amazon Customer –
Love this thing
This cooler will pay for itself pretty fast as far as saving money on ice. My old cooler was very small and could hardly hold anything. This cooler is a little bit too big for me. I wish Amazon had the step down from this but they didn’t so I ended up buying this one. I was going through a bag of ice a day in the old cooler. Constantly throwing food away that would fall into the melted ice water. Now I buy two bigger bags of ice at a time but they last about 4 to 7 days. I’m guessing when the weather is colder they will last 7 days plus. On very hot days it might last 3-4 days. I drain the water every morning. When I first bought it I was testing it and it wasn’t getting super hot but had kind of hot days cooler was in the van and it usually lasted about 4 days. Which is a lot nicer than having to replace my ice every single day regardless. It costs a lot of money but it’s a good investment and will pay for itself pretty fast if you use a cooler all the time.
4 people found this helpful
Lee W. –
New BigBlue
arrived safee & sound. Will give it it’s 1st test run soon & post results.
austyn –
KEPT ICE IN IT FOR 8DAYS
BUY THIS COOLER!!!KEPT ICE IN IT FOR 8 DAYSI HAD IT FULL WITH ICE AND WAS ABLE TO FIT ROUGHLY 50 GLASS BOTTLE BEERS IN IT
One person found this helpful
Caleb J Yancey –
Great cooler at a great price
This is a really great cooler. It keeps ice for days. It can also keep hot things hot. I cooked my Thanksgiving turkey ahead of time. I wrapped it in foil and threw it in this bad boy with a bunch of towels. It was still hot after 3 hours in the cooler!! I really like the drain plug too. It is really easy to unscrew and drain out any water in your cooler.One con is the weight. This is a pretty hefty cooler when it is empty. Adding weight like a bunch of cans, ice, and other stuff still definitely make carrying it a two-man job.
5 people found this helpful
Romaniuk –
I bought this for my fishing trips and couldn’t be happier—it’s bear-resistant, drains quickly, and is built like a tank. Despite its weight, the wheels and telescoping handle make moving it around surprisingly easy. This cooler delivers premium performance without the premium price tag.
Golva –
The Blue Coolers 60 Quart with wheels is a game-changer for tailgates and outdoor adventures. It holds an impressive amount of drinks and food, and the ice retention is seriously impressive—still had ice after day five. The built-in cup holders and ruler on the lid are great extra touches.
Matt –
This cooler exceeded my expectations on a week-long camping trip—ice lasted the full 7 days! The rugged build and roto-molded design felt indestructible, and the wheels made it easy to transport even when fully loaded. It’s hands-down the best value cooler I’ve ever owned.