Trail Gear Picks

Water & Coolers

Coolers, bottles and filters, compared on what they keep cold or clean.

In this category2 guidesUpdated Oct 2026.

Buying guides

2 guides
The Best Water Bottles for HikingWhich bottle to carry on the trail, whether you want it light, cold all day, or able to clean the water you scoop from a creek.The Best Coolers for CampingSix coolers for car camping, from a $75 rolling Coleman to a bear-resistant Yeti, with how long each one keeps food cold and what bugs owners.