Igloo Playmate Push-Button Lid Small Cooler

Last updated: August 13, 2023


This U.S.-made hard-sided cooler with a push-button swivel lid is sturdy and engineered for high-quality performance. It is leakproof and provides excellent cooling for 16 quarts' worth of food or drink.

Igloo Playmate Push-Button Lid Small Cooler

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Product Details

Key Takeaway: This small but tough hard-sided cooler is engineered for performance.

In our analysis of 197 expert reviews, the Igloo Playmate Push-Button Lid Small Cooler placed 16th when we looked at the top 19 products in the category. For the full ranking, see below.

From The Manufacturer

The IGLOO Playmate Elite 16 qt. Hard Cooler is tried, true and loved around the world. This versatile 30-can cooler keeps your food and drinks cold with style. The grab-and-go convenience of IGLOO’s iconic trademarked tent-top design is easy to use and carry. It features a push-button lid designed for convenient one-handed operation. The lid swings open to either side for easy access to contents and stays secure to help prevent spills. The molded-in handle provides one-handed carrying capability. Features: Capacity: 16 quarts / 15 liters. Fits 30 twelve oz. cans. Iconic design. Swivel lid. Made in the USA. Care Instructions: Wipe interior and exterior surfaces clean before storing and between uses. To prevent stains and odors, empty cooler of contents after use. Light dirt or stains can be cleaned with water or mild detergent. Tougher stains may be cleaned with diluted solution of baking soda and water. Ensure all cleaning agents are thoroughly rinsed and the cooler is dry before storage.

Expert Reviews


What reviewers liked

Features easy one-hand opening. Durable, with Ultratherm insulation. Locking lid, and molded-in handle. Resists odors. Lid swings open to either side.
This new model has a diamond plate exterior and is constructed of impact-resistant plastic. It has a new rugged look that says it is ready to hit the job site.

What reviewers didn't like

The pin holding the hood closed can easily spring open, particularly when the cooler is full.
Locking mechanism faulty. Poor customer service.
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