Outdoor
Coleman Chiller 9-Quart Portable Cooler — Insulated Mini Cooler
Product description
The Coleman Chiller 9-Quart Portable Cooler is part of Coleman’s compact Chiller™ series, designed to be carried on short adventures where a full-size cooler would be overkill. This 9-quart model fits four standard 12 oz cans together with roughly 4 pounds of ice, or it will hold up to nine cans if no ice is used. It weighs about 2.9 pounds when empty, making it exceptionally easy to bring along.
Its TempLock™ foam insulation is engineered to help keep contents cold throughout the day, and the lid features a smooth EZ-Clean™ surface that wipes down quickly after use. A wide-grip bail handle allows one-handed carrying and leaves the other hand free for bags or gear. The cooler’s molded construction is meant to handle typical outdoor use — from sandy beaches to campground benches.
Manufactured in the United States, the cooler is backed by a one-year Coleman warranty for added confidence. Use it as a daily lunch carrier, a small drink cooler for a tailgate or picnic, or a compact food storage option for short trips. Because of its size and light weight, it’s not intended to replace larger coolers for extended outings or big groups, but it excels when portability and convenience are the priority.
Pros
- TempLock insulation keeps contents cold for many hours
- Very lightweight and easy to carry one-handed
- Smooth lid wipes clean quickly
Cons
- Small capacity — best for solo or two-person use
- Bail handle can feel less robust than heavy-duty models
- Not suited for long trips or large gatherings
VerdictA small, well-insulated cooler that’s ideal for singles or couples on short outings. It’s very portable — light to tote and easy to clean — and the TempLock insulation delivers notable cooling performance for daytime use. Capacity is intentionally limited, so it’s best for personal lunches, short road trips, or a few drinks at the beach rather than large groups.
Reviews
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Maxine 5/5
Perfect compact cooler
Well made and just the right size. Replaced leaky bags and fits neatly in the back seat. Holds drinks, ice and snacks for four adults comfortably. Easy to carry and not bulky like full-size coolers. Kept everything cold on our road trip.
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Gabby 5/5
Partner approved for lunches
My partner uses this as a lunch cooler and loves it. Fits ice packs, a sandwich, snacks and a drink with room to spare. Stays dry outside and feels tougher than soft lunch bags. He also says it’s better than older slide-top designs and can double as a seat when needed.
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TommyH 5/5
Very pleased
Works great for my needs. Keeps items cold when paired with ice packs and the size is ideal.
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Amir S. 4/5
Nice color but handle seems weak
Love the dark blue and the way it kept bottles cool at the beach. Shape and size are good, but the handle feels flimsy compared with sturdier hard coolers I looked at later.
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Grandma-mom 5/5
Great for a worker's lunch
My husband uses it for his lunch at work and really likes it. Color is good, seems durable, holds several drinks and containers, and cleans easily.
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Louise 5/5
Did exactly what I needed
Kept frozen steaks partially frozen for about seven hours. Just the right size for meats and ice packs. Lightweight but effective at keeping food cold.
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Diamond Star 5/5
Small but fits my needs
Cute and compact — perfect for a few bottles and snacks or for transporting meds from the pharmacy. Best with smaller ice packs and 16 oz bottles. I use a frozen cooler bag inside for added chill and would check TSA rules before flying with meds.
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CarolfromTempe 5/5
Holds up to daily use
I use it every day on landscape jobs. It takes a lot of wear and the ice lasts longer than I expected. I lock the handle to my truck for security. The lid seal feels snug when closed.
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Francelyne 4/5
Good quality and lightweight
Check the dimensions if you need lots of space — it’s on the small side — but the build quality is nice and it’s very light.
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ANTONIO PEÑA 5/5
Solid product
Better than I expected size-wise and arrived when expected. Overall a good purchase.
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Leticia Cortés 5/5
Ideal size for cabin trips
Bought it to carry food and drinks to cabins. Excellent size for two people and very practical for short getaways.
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Carlos V. 5/5
Excellent and good value
Nice size — not too small, not too large. I tested it with a couple of ice packs and several beers and still had room. Keeps things cold and is great for small family outings; for bigger groups I use a larger cooler.
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