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Global Hard Cooler Market Research Report - Market Share Analysis, Industry Trends & Statistics, Growth Forecasts (2025 - 2033)

Published Aug 13, 2025
Length 217 Pages
SKU # LOOK20514498

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Definition and Scope:

A cooler, portable ice chest, ice box, cool box, chilly bin (in New Zealand), or esky (Australia) is an insulated box used to keep food or drink cool.

Coolers are often taken on picnics, and on vacation or holiday. Where summers are hot, they may also be used just for getting cold groceries home from the store, such as keeping ice cream from melting in a hot automobile. Even without adding ice, this can be helpful, especially if the trip home will be lengthy. Some coolers have built-in cupholders in the lid.

Hard-sided coolers are usually made of plastic to provide long-term cold storage and one-of-kind durability.

The global Hard Cooler market size is projected to reach US$ 1877.46 Million by 2028, from US$ 1181.73 million in 2021, at a CAGR of 5.91% during 2022-2028. The demand for devices has a positive impact. Camping coolers are increasingly intensifying its growth as people are increasingly inclined to spend more time in outdoor locations. Products that help preserve food while maintaining the temperature of beverages help attract more consumers. Against the background of the scale expansion of the camping market, more outdoor activities such as camping for cooler usage scenarios will greatly promote the development of the cooler market.

At the same time, increased production of innovative products brought about by solar energy, wifi connectivity, USB ports, etc., is becoming an opportunity for the growth of the hard cooler market. The many uses of coolers, the vigorous development of the outdoor industry, and the high-speed growth of tourism are also driving the rapid expansion of the hard cooler market.

Unlike many other industries, the COVID-19 pandemic has not limited the hard cooler market. On the contrary, the promotion of outdoor activities such as camping due to the epidemic has brought about market growth. According to statistics from the Outdoor Industry Association (OIA), from April to June 2020, the number of Americans participating in outdoor sports has increased significantly, with running, cycling and hiking seeing the largest increases. In the questionnaire evaluation of five categories of sports including team sports, fitness, outdoor sports, individual sports and racket sports, the respondents believed that outdoor sports were least affected by the epidemic restrictions, which can also be seen in the national fitness report of SFIA in the United States By the end of 2020, the national outdoor participation rate will increase significantly by 2.2pct to 52.9%, which is much higher than the historical level since 2006.

In 2021, the governments of various countries have further relaxed the control of the epidemic. Except for certain restrictions on gathering and contact large-scale outdoor activities and competitions in some countries, non-gathering outdoor sports events and venues have basically opened up. On the other hand, during the epidemic, in order to prevent the impact of the epidemic on the economy and life, European and American countries generally issued epidemic subsidies to promote consumption. With the rise of Amazon and other e-commerce during the epidemic, sellers from China and other production places provided a large number of cheap Wumart's outdoor products will benefit the outdoor industry together.

Segment by Type, the Hard Cooler can be split into 0-30 Quart, 31-50 Quart, etc. In 2021, the market share of 51-100 Quart type leads the entire market with the highest 37.10%. This size cooler is usually designed as a push-pull and is one of the most popular sizes. In the 2022-2028 forecaster, we estimate that the market size of the 31-50 Quart type will grow the fastest, reaching a CAGR of 6.56%. The product is in the perfect volume range for most consumers as it is capable of holding a sufficient number of items, which in turn increases the preference rate.

From the perspective of application scenarios, the Hard Cooler market can be divided into several departments such as Camping, Fishing, Hiking, Picnic, and Others. The Camping sector has currently become the most important market for the Hard Cooler, and it has accounted for 46.28% of the market in 2021. Hard cooler products can help preserve food while maintaining the temperature of beverages, making them the first choice of many campers. The market size of the Picnic segment will expand at the highest CAGR of 9.92% during the forecast period. Growing popularity of house parties in various places such as lakes, rivers, resorts, etc. is driving the consumption of hard coolers.

On basis of geography, the Hard Cooler market is segmented into North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, South America, Middle East and Africa, etc.North America dominates the entire Hard Cooler market and is expected to grow throughout 2022-2028 continue over the forecast period. Large number of people participating in camping events is estimated to have a positive impact on accelerating the demand for camping coolers. For example, according to the ""Camping Statistics 2020"" data released by Condorferries.Co.UK, in 2018, in the United States, the number of households who decided to go camping increased by 4 million to approximately 78.8 million.

Moreover, the popularity of vacation travel among the population in the region is likely to spike the consumption rate. For example, according to data released by the US Travel..Org, in 2018, more than half of the US population marked 768 million days in their schedules as vacation time.

At present, the concentration of the Hard Cooler market is not high, and the companies in it are still out of fierce competition. According to our calculations, the indicators CR5 and HHI related to market concentration in 2021 will be 73.07% and 12.34% respectively, slightly higher than the level in 2020. Currently, market players are focusing on promoting biodegradable insulated coolers to sustain the global insulated coolers market. Major players in the current market include YETI, Igloo, Coleman (Esky), Pelican, Liftime, Gathr Outdoors, Grizzly, K2 coolers, Cordova Coolers, RTIC Outdoors LLC, Stanley, Bison Coolers, Koolatron, Blue Coolers, OtterBox, California Innovations Inc , Polar Bear Coolers, Engel.

This report offers a comprehensive analysis of the global Hard Cooler market, examining all key dimensions. It provides both a macro-level overview and micro-level market details, including market size, trends, competitive landscape, niche segments, growth drivers, and key challenges.

Report Framework and Key Highlights:

Market Dynamics: Identification of major market drivers, restraints, opportunities, and challenges.

Trend Analysis: Examination of ongoing and emerging trends impacting the market.

Competitive Landscape: Detailed profiles and market positioning of major players, including market share, operational status, product offerings, and strategic developments.

Strategic Analysis Tools: SWOT Analysis, Porter’s Five Forces Analysis, PEST Analysis, Value Chain Analysis

Market Segmentation: By type, application, region, and end-user industry.

Forecasting and Growth Projections: In-depth revenue forecasts and CAGR analysis through 2033.

This report equips readers with critical insights to navigate competitive dynamics and develop effective strategies. Whether assessing a new market entry or refining existing strategies, the report serves as a valuable tool for:

Industry players

Investors

Researchers

Consultants

Business strategists

And all stakeholders with an interest or investment in the Hard Cooler market.

Global Hard Cooler Market: Segmentation Analysis and Strategic Insights

This section of the report provides an in-depth segmentation analysis of the global Hard Cooler market. The market is segmented based on region (country), manufacturer, product type, and application. Segmentation enables a more precise understanding of market dynamics and facilitates targeted strategies across product development, marketing, and sales.

By breaking the market into meaningful subsets, stakeholders can better tailor their offerings to the specific needs of each segment—enhancing competitiveness and improving return on investment.

Global Hard Cooler Market: Market Segmentation Analysis

The research report includes specific segments by region (country), manufacturers, Type, and Application. Market segmentation creates subsets of a market based on product type, end-user or application, Geographic, and other factors. By understanding the market segments, the decision-maker can leverage this targeting in the product, sales, and marketing strategies. Market segments can power your product development cycles by informing how you create product offerings for different segments.

Key Companies Profiled

YETI

Igloo

Coleman (Esky)

Pelican

Liftime

Gathr Outdoors

Grizzly

K2 coolers

Cordova Coolers

RTIC Outdoors LLC

Stanley

Bison Coolers

Koolatron

Blue Coolers

OtterBox

California Innovations Inc

Polar Bear Coolers

Engel

Others

Market Segmentation by Type
0-30 Quart
31-50 Quart

51-100 Quart

101-150 Quart

Others

Market Segmentation by Application

Camping

Fishing

Hiking

Picnic

Others

Geographic Segmentation

North America: United States, Canada, Mexico

Europe: Germany, France, Italy, U.K., Spain, Sweden, Denmark, Netherlands, Switzerland, Belgium, Russia.

Asia-Pacific: China, Japan, South Korea, India, Australia, Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand

South America: Brazil, Argentina, Colombia.

Middle East and Africa (MEA): Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates, Egypt, Nigeria, South Africa, Rest of MEA

Report Framework and Chapter Summary

Chapter 1: Report Scope and Market Definition

This chapter outlines the statistical boundaries and scope of the report. It defines the segmentation standards used throughout the study, including criteria for dividing the market by region, product type, application, and other relevant dimensions. It establishes the foundational definitions and classifications that guide the rest of the analysis.

Chapter 2: Executive Summary

This chapter presents a concise summary of the market’s current status and future outlook across different segments—by geography, product type, and application. It includes key metrics such as market size, growth trends, and development potential for each segment. The chapter offers a high-level overview of the Hard Cooler Market, highlighting its evolution over the short, medium, and long term.

Chapter 3: Market Dynamics and Policy Environment

This chapter explores the latest developments in the market, identifying key growth drivers, restraints, challenges, and risks faced by industry participants. It also includes an analysis of the policy and regulatory landscape affecting the market, providing insight into how external factors may shape future performance.

Chapter 4: Competitive Landscape

This chapter provides a detailed assessment of the market's competitive environment. It covers market share, production capacity, output, pricing trends, and strategic developments such as mergers, acquisitions, and expansion plans of leading players. This analysis offers a comprehensive view of the positioning and performance of top competitors.

Chapters 5–10: Regional Market Analysis

These chapters offer in-depth, quantitative evaluations of market size and growth potential across major regions and countries. Each chapter assesses regional consumption patterns, market dynamics, development prospects, and available capacity. The analysis helps readers understand geographical differences and opportunities in global markets.

Chapter 11: Market Segmentation by Product Type

This chapter examines the market based on product type, analyzing the size, growth trends, and potential of each segment. It helps stakeholders identify underexplored or high-potential product categories—often referred to as “blue ocean” opportunities.

Chapter 12: Market Segmentation by Application

This chapter analyzes the market based on application fields, providing insights into the scale and future development of each application segment. It supports readers in identifying high-growth areas across downstream markets.

Chapter 13: Company Profiles

This chapter presents comprehensive profiles of leading companies operating in the market. For each company, it details sales revenue, volume, pricing, gross profit margin, market share, product offerings, and recent strategic developments. This section offers valuable insight into corporate performance and strategy.

Chapter 14: Industry Chain and Value Chain Analysis

This chapter explores the full industry chain, from upstream raw material suppliers to downstream application sectors. It includes a value chain analysis that highlights the interconnections and dependencies across various parts of the ecosystem.

Chapter 15: Key Findings and Conclusions

The final chapter summarizes the main takeaways from the report, presenting the core conclusions, strategic recommendations, and implications for stakeholders. It encapsulates the insights drawn from all previous chapters.

Table of Contents

217 Pages
1 Introduction to Research & Analysis Reports
1.1 Hard Cooler Market Definition
1.2 Hard Cooler Market Segments
1.2.1 Segment by Type
1.2.2 Segment by Application
2 Executive Summary
2.1 Global Hard Cooler Market Size
2.2 Market Segmentation – by Type
2.3 Market Segmentation – by Application
2.4 Market Segmentation – by Geography
3 Key Market Trends, Opportunity, Drivers and Restraints
3.1 Key Takeway
3.2 Market Opportunities & Trends
3.3 Market Drivers
3.4 Market Restraints
3.5 Market Major Factor Assessment
4 Global Hard Cooler Market Competitive Landscape
4.1 Global Hard Cooler Sales by Manufacturers (2020-2025)
4.2 Global Hard Cooler Revenue Market Share by Manufacturers (2020-2025)
4.3 Hard Cooler Market Share by Company Type (Tier 1, Tier 2, and Tier 3)
4.4 New Entrant and Capacity Expansion Plans
4.5 Mergers & Acquisitions
5 Global Hard Cooler Market by Region
5.1 Global Hard Cooler Market Size by Region
5.1.1 Global Hard Cooler Market Size by Region
5.1.2 Global Hard Cooler Market Size Market Share by Region
5.2 Global Hard Cooler Sales by Region
5.2.1 Global Hard Cooler Sales by Region
5.2.2 Global Hard Cooler Sales Market Share by Region
6 North America Market Overview
6.1 North America Hard Cooler Market Size by Country
6.1.1 USA Market Overview
6.1.2 Canada Market Overview
6.1.3 Mexico Market Overview
6.2 North America Hard Cooler Market Size by Type
6.3 North America Hard Cooler Market Size by Application
6.4 Top Players in North America Hard Cooler Market
7 Europe Market Overview
7.1 Europe Hard Cooler Market Size by Country
7.1.1 Germany Market Overview
7.1.2 France Market Overview
7.1.3 U.K. Market Overview
7.1.4 Italy Market Overview
7.1.5 Spain Market Overview
7.1.6 Sweden Market Overview
7.1.7 Denmark Market Overview
7.1.8 Netherlands Market Overview
7.1.9 Switzerland Market Overview
7.1.10 Belgium Market Overview
7.1.11 Russia Market Overview
7.2 Europe Hard Cooler Market Size by Type
7.3 Europe Hard Cooler Market Size by Application
7.4 Top Players in Europe Hard Cooler Market
8 Asia-Pacific Market Overview
8.1 Asia-Pacific Hard Cooler Market Size by Country
8.1.1 China Market Overview
8.1.2 Japan Market Overview
8.1.3 South Korea Market Overview
8.1.4 India Market Overview
8.1.5 Australia Market Overview
8.1.6 Indonesia Market Overview
8.1.7 Malaysia Market Overview
8.1.8 Philippines Market Overview
8.1.9 Singapore Market Overview
8.1.10 Thailand Market Overview
8.1.11 Rest of APAC Market Overview
8.2 Asia-Pacific Hard Cooler Market Size by Type
8.3 Asia-Pacific Hard Cooler Market Size by Application
8.4 Top Players in Asia-Pacific Hard Cooler Market
9 South America Market Overview
9.1 South America Hard Cooler Market Size by Country
9.1.1 Brazil Market Overview
9.1.2 Argentina Market Overview
9.1.3 Columbia Market Overview
9.2 South America Hard Cooler Market Size by Type
9.3 South America Hard Cooler Market Size by Application
9.4 Top Players in South America Hard Cooler Market
10 Middle East and Africa Market Overview
10.1 Middle East and Africa Hard Cooler Market Size by Country
10.1.1 Saudi Arabia Market Overview
10.1.2 UAE Market Overview
10.1.3 Egypt Market Overview
10.1.4 Nigeria Market Overview
10.1.5 South Africa Market Overview
10.2 Middle East and Africa Hard Cooler Market Size by Type
10.3 Middle East and Africa Hard Cooler Market Size by Application
10.4 Top Players in Middle East and Africa Hard Cooler Market
11 Hard Cooler Market Segmentation by Type
11.1 Evaluation Matrix of Segment Market Development Potential (Type)
11.2 Global Hard Cooler Sales Market Share by Type (2020-2033)
11.3 Global Hard Cooler Market Size Market Share by Type (2020-2033)
11.4 Global Hard Cooler Price by Type (2020-2033)
12 Hard Cooler Market Segmentation by Application
12.1 Evaluation Matrix of Segment Market Development Potential (Application)
12.2 Global Hard Cooler Market Sales by Application (2020-2033)
12.3 Global Hard Cooler Market Size (M USD) by Application (2020-2033)
12.4 Global Hard Cooler Sales Growth Rate by Application (2020-2033)
13 Company Profiles
13.1 YETI
13.1.1 YETI Company Overview
13.1.2 YETI Business Overview
13.1.3 YETI Hard Cooler Major Product Offerings
13.1.4 YETI Hard Cooler Sales and Revenue fromHard Cooler (2020-2025)
13.1.5 Key News
13.2 Igloo
13.2.1 Igloo Company Overview
13.2.2 Igloo Business Overview
13.2.3 Igloo Hard Cooler Major Product Offerings
13.2.4 Igloo Hard Cooler Sales and Revenue fromHard Cooler (2020-2025)
13.2.5 Key News
13.3 Coleman (Esky)
13.3.1 Coleman (Esky) Company Overview
13.3.2 Coleman (Esky) Business Overview
13.3.3 Coleman (Esky) Hard Cooler Major Product Offerings
13.3.4 Coleman (Esky) Hard Cooler Sales and Revenue fromHard Cooler (2020-2025)
13.3.5 Key News
13.4 Pelican
13.4.1 Pelican Company Overview
13.4.2 Pelican Business Overview
13.4.3 Pelican Hard Cooler Major Product Offerings
13.4.4 Pelican Hard Cooler Sales and Revenue fromHard Cooler (2020-2025)
13.4.5 Key News
13.5 Liftime
13.5.1 Liftime Company Overview
13.5.2 Liftime Business Overview
13.5.3 Liftime Hard Cooler Major Product Offerings
13.5.4 Liftime Hard Cooler Sales and Revenue fromHard Cooler (2020-2025)
13.5.5 Key News
13.6 Gathr Outdoors
13.6.1 Gathr Outdoors Company Overview
13.6.2 Gathr Outdoors Business Overview
13.6.3 Gathr Outdoors Hard Cooler Major Product Offerings
13.6.4 Gathr Outdoors Hard Cooler Sales and Revenue fromHard Cooler (2020-2025)
13.6.5 Key News
13.7 Grizzly
13.7.1 Grizzly Company Overview
13.7.2 Grizzly Business Overview
13.7.3 Grizzly Hard Cooler Major Product Offerings
13.7.4 Grizzly Hard Cooler Sales and Revenue fromHard Cooler (2020-2025)
13.7.5 Key News
13.8 K2 coolers
13.8.1 K2 coolers Company Overview
13.8.2 K2 coolers Business Overview
13.8.3 K2 coolers Hard Cooler Major Product Offerings
13.8.4 K2 coolers Hard Cooler Sales and Revenue fromHard Cooler (2020-2025)
13.8.5 Key News
13.9 Cordova Coolers
13.9.1 Cordova Coolers Company Overview
13.9.2 Cordova Coolers Business Overview
13.9.3 Cordova Coolers Hard Cooler Major Product Offerings
13.9.4 Cordova Coolers Hard Cooler Sales and Revenue fromHard Cooler (2020-2025)
13.9.5 Key News
13.10 RTIC Outdoors LLC
13.10.1 RTIC Outdoors LLC Company Overview
13.10.2 RTIC Outdoors LLC Business Overview
13.10.3 RTIC Outdoors LLC Hard Cooler Major Product Offerings
13.10.4 RTIC Outdoors LLC Hard Cooler Sales and Revenue fromHard Cooler (2020-2025)
13.10.5 Key News
13.11 Stanley
13.11.1 Stanley Company Overview
13.11.2 Stanley Business Overview
13.11.3 Stanley Hard Cooler Major Product Offerings
13.11.4 Stanley Hard Cooler Sales and Revenue fromHard Cooler (2020-2025)
13.11.5 Key News
13.12 Bison Coolers
13.12.1 Bison Coolers Company Overview
13.12.2 Bison Coolers Business Overview
13.12.3 Bison Coolers Hard Cooler Major Product Offerings
13.12.4 Bison Coolers Hard Cooler Sales and Revenue fromHard Cooler (2020-2025)
13.12.5 Key News
13.13 Koolatron
13.13.1 Koolatron Company Overview
13.13.2 Koolatron Business Overview
13.13.3 Koolatron Hard Cooler Major Product Offerings
13.13.4 Koolatron Hard Cooler Sales and Revenue fromHard Cooler (2020-2025)
13.13.5 Key News
13.14 Blue Coolers
13.14.1 Blue Coolers Company Overview
13.14.2 Blue Coolers Business Overview
13.14.3 Blue Coolers Hard Cooler Major Product Offerings
13.14.4 Blue Coolers Hard Cooler Sales and Revenue fromHard Cooler (2020-2025)
13.14.5 Key News
13.15 OtterBox
13.15.1 OtterBox Company Overview
13.15.2 OtterBox Business Overview
13.15.3 OtterBox Hard Cooler Major Product Offerings
13.15.4 OtterBox Hard Cooler Sales and Revenue fromHard Cooler (2020-2025)
13.15.5 Key News
13.16 California Innovations Inc
13.16.1 California Innovations Inc Company Overview
13.16.2 California Innovations Inc Business Overview
13.16.3 California Innovations Inc Hard Cooler Major Product Offerings
13.16.4 California Innovations Inc Hard Cooler Sales and Revenue fromHard Cooler (2020-2025)
13.16.5 Key News
13.17 Polar Bear Coolers
13.17.1 Polar Bear Coolers Company Overview
13.17.2 Polar Bear Coolers Business Overview
13.17.3 Polar Bear Coolers Hard Cooler Major Product Offerings
13.17.4 Polar Bear Coolers Hard Cooler Sales and Revenue fromHard Cooler (2020-2025)
13.17.5 Key News
13.18 Engel
13.18.1 Engel Company Overview
13.18.2 Engel Business Overview
13.18.3 Engel Hard Cooler Major Product Offerings
13.18.4 Engel Hard Cooler Sales and Revenue fromHard Cooler (2020-2025)
13.18.5 Key News
13.19 Others
13.19.1 Others Company Overview
13.19.2 Others Business Overview
13.19.3 Others Hard Cooler Major Product Offerings
13.19.4 Others Hard Cooler Sales and Revenue fromHard Cooler (2020-2025)
13.19.5 Key News
14 Key Market Trends, Opportunity, Drivers and Restraints
14.1 Key Takeway
14.2 Market Opportunities & Trends
14.3 Market Drivers
14.4 Market Restraints
14.5 Market Major Factor Assessment
14.6 Porter's Five Forces Analysis of Hard Cooler Market
14.7 PEST Analysis of Hard Cooler Market
15 Analysis of the Hard Cooler Industry Chain
15.1 Overview of the Industry Chain
15.2 Upstream Segment Analysis
15.3 Midstream Segment Analysis
15.3.1 Manufacturing, Processing or Conversion Process Analysis
15.3.2 Key Technology Analysis
15.4 Downstream Segment Analysis
15.4.1 Downstream Customer List and Contact Details
15.4.2 Customer Concerns or Preference Analysis
16 Conclusion
17 Appendix
17.1 Methodology
17.2 Research Process and Data Source
17.3 Disclaimer
17.4 Note
17.5 Examples of Clients
17.6 Disclaimer
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