Get the same heavy-duty HD30 for less. Every refurbished unit is inspected and tested so it performs like new. It may have minor cosmetic marks from its first life, but the welded seams, zipper, and insulation are all checked.
Most soft coolers are sewn. The HD30 is fully welded. Welded seams keep warm air out and water in, so your ice lasts longer and nothing leaks. An independent review found it kept drinks cold for 4.5 days in 90-degree heat.
The outer shell is 840 denier fabric built for strength and abrasion resistance. The front and back panels are laminated with TPU (Thermoplastic Polyurethane) film for added puncture resistance. Closed-cell foam insulation blocks airflow and holds temperature.
The welded zipper is waterproof and air resistant. Keep it lubricated so it seals and opens smoothly.
| MODEL | HD30 |
|---|---|
| Exterior Dimensions | 22" x 11" x 18" |
| Interior Dimensions | 18.5" x 9" x 13" |
| Weight | 5.25 Lbs |
| Quarts | 32 Qts |
| Number of Cans | 60 x 12oz Cans |
| Max Number of Ice Packs* | 2 Large or XL Engel Ice Packs |
| *optional accessories, not included |
Overall rating: 4.255255 / 5 from 333 reviews.
The Engel HD30 Heavy-Duty Soft Sided Cooler Bag is praised for its excellent construction, ice retention, and durable design. Customers appreciate its perfect size and top-notch insulation, although some noted issues with the zipper. Refurbished units are inspected and tested to ensure performance.
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"Got the hd30 its a great well made cooler. I needed to exchange it for the smaller version. Sent them 2 messages and they never responded. So I had to just order another the smaller version. Guess I have to try and sell the bigger one on marketplace."
"I bought a 20 a few years back and have used it periodically on my boat. I pulled it out and the edges where its folds down and clips in have started deteriorating. I probably should’ve just bought a hard side, lesson learned."
"This is my second 30qt soft side cooler I've purchased. I've been using my first one for 10 years. The zipper had finally started to become finicky so I bought another one. It held ice for 24hrs with no problems. Rugged is an understatement. I've had Gaft Top Catfish in it and never a puncture. Perfect in the boat are beach. Tight Lines!"
"We have the soft sided cooler for about three years and now it’s fallen apart. The rubber seals are disintegrating and it has not been outside, always stored inside."
"We are loving it! The zipper functionality and quality, ice retention, quality of materials overall, and the appearance of this bag have exceeded our expectations, and then some. We will be purchasing more Engel products in the future."
"I bought this cooler to haul cold items to my Pathfinder 2500 Hybrid. I dislike the rectangle shape that was not apparent in the pictures TypicalI difficult zippers even lubed. Not what I expected I gave it away"
"I love the color and the size is perfect for keeping it inside vehicle for trips. Again, the design on closure can be difficult when packing or removing"
"The cooler was returned. The “zipper” was IMPOSSIBLE to open even after 4 different people trying to budge it. Now I am being charged $55 plus dollars to return it. Extremely disappointed."
"I wanted to share my feedback on your cooler bag after using it for the first time. I am highly impressed with its performance, build quality, and storage capacity. We recently used it for a beach vacation, which involved a three-hour drive each way. We packed it heavily with canned drinks, water bottles, juice boxes, and food. We layered ice over the drinks and placed an Engel XLarge ice pack on the very top before closing. It easily held more than expected, including over 12 cans, juice boxes, several water bottles and food items above. I attached the shoulder strap to the handles as it was a heavy load. The build quality is excellent, and the exterior material feels military-grade compared to other soft-sided coolers. When we arrived and emptied the cooler, roughly 99% of the ice was still intact with barely any melted water at the bottom. By comparison, our Titan soft-sided cooler would have melted almost completely after a shorter two-hour trip. Notes: -I was looking for a dedicated d rings for the shoulder strap which i did not see and hooked up the handles. -The bag tends to want to close as its default which makes loading more difficult than expected. We had one person hold the bag open while the other loaded which made quick work of it. We like the dimensions of the cooler as it easily fits inside the car for long trips. I highly recommend this product."
"Overall seems to be a good cooler, it’s a little difficult to access with a straight zipper rather than a lid."
