Splurging on this efficient, lightweight, aluminum Oyster cooler will have you feeling warm inside

It doesn’t take much time outside to appreciate a good cooler. And over the last decade, coolers have advanced dramatically in their ability to keep food and drink cold, a great benefit for those away from electricity for days.

Oyster’s first coolers, featuring all-aluminum construction, debuted about three years ago, and the Norway-produced products moved to the top of the cooler pyramid thanks to their vacuum-insulated system. They kept their contents three times colder than other premium coolers. This spring, the company launched the Oyster Tempo Pro, which has an integrated digital temperature sensor in the lid, so you know the precise temperature inside at all times. But that’s just the beginning of the Tempo Pro’s appeal. The aluminum construction keeps the product lightweight (about 12 pounds), and the thin-walled design allows you to maximize interior storage - up to 36 beverage cans (about 23 liters). The best part, however, is that it’s so efficient at maintaining a cool temperature that you need very little, if any, ice if you start with cool products. Add ice blocks and you’ll keep the temperature close to freezing for days.

Yes, it’s at the high end of the price range for coolers, but if you’re willing to spend for quality, you won’t be disappointed with the results.

Price: $550, oystercooler.com

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