Engel UC19 19qt Leak-Proof, Air Tight, Drybox Cooler and Small Hard Shell Lunchbox for Men and Women

This cooler doubles as a dry box so keep that in mind. If you’re wanting to maximize insulation and ice longevity this may not be you best choice. I did a test with a similar sized Igloo brand (16qt) with this Engel (19qt). The Igloo is about half the cost. The Igloo has thicker sides and this a bit more insulation. In three different test using frozen water bottles of the same capacity, the bottles in the Engel fully thawed before the bottles in the Igloo. Same environment and temperatures with coolers side by side. It wasn’t dramatic, just the bottles in the Igloo had some ice left 1-3 hours after the bottles in the Engel were fully thawed. That was a little disappointing. Having said that, the frozen bottles in both lasted almost 36 hours and I expect the cooler filled with ice would hold longer than a couple loose frozen bottles with all the space around them. I’m going to keep the cooler because it is well made and I can use it for a dry box. I bought it for day trips in my small boat so it will work well for that. Would also be great for day trips to the beach, overnight trips, picnics etc when you don’t want to lug a large heavy cooler. But if that’s all you need and if you just want a cooler, save some money and get a much cheaper Igloo 16qt. as you gain nothing and lose something buying the Engel including twice the cost. I gave four stars for well built.

Love everything about this box. I use it as a lunch box and it works out perfectly. I have no regrets making this purchase.

Great lunch box, yes the price is high but it’s worth it.

My husband was in need of a new cooler and this one is perfect. Nice color, keeps ice for the day, holds what he needs.

I bought the 19QT as a replacement to my lunch bag/backpack . Only owned it a few weeks, but I use it everyday and so far it’s just what I wanted. Lots of room - enough for breakfast , lunch and some snacks along with bottled drinks. I pack about the same everyday, 3 bottled drinks (16-16.9oz), 2; 3 cup containers, 2; 1.25 cup containers and a 4oz sauce container . Along with those items I carry a set of earmuffs and sunglasses container. On the tray that comes with it, I keep a charger , a ring of equipment keys, my personal wallet & keys, another wallet for work certifications, some forks, and a leather-man . As far as keeping the items cool: With about 5 hours of the cooler sitting in the south Florida sun, by noon the drinks and food are cool, but not cold. I haven’t used ice yet, but I’m sure would help significantly. Summary: Great lunch box with plenty of room and keeps items cool even while sitting in the sun.

Cooler is very nice & well worth the money. My husband has only been using it a few days as a lunch bucket for work but so far he is happy. Roomy inside big enough to hold a 12 hour shifts worth of drinks & snacks. He works in the mines in sometimes wet conditions & was impressed that no water leaks in. The cooler is heavy enough to feel solid but not as heavy as I expected & thats a good thing. Latches & hinges are replaceable which helps to alliviate any concerns about wear and tear. Ill update later on durability if we have any issues.

Love this little cooler and the added strap is a bonus!!!

Great cooler forsure a must have if you work construction or turnarounds

This cooler is light weight and holds food cold all day

Got this for my bad birthday. 19qt is tiny but He loves it & everyone at the party did too!