RTIC 72 Quart Ultra-Light Wheeled Cooler Review: Big Capacity Without the Back Pain
Key Features
Up to 10 Days Ice Retention
3 inches of closed-cell foam insulation on all sides. In real-world camping conditions, expect 4-5 days of solid ice.
30% Lighter Construction
Weighs around 31 lbs empty versus 40+ for standard rotomolded coolers this size. You’ll feel the difference loading the truck.
All-Terrain Wheels
Wide rubber wheels roll over gravel, sand, and grass. Telescoping handle locks at two heights.
72 Quart Capacity
Fits roughly 96 cans with ice. Big enough for a weekend with the family or a full day tailgate.
Pros & Cons
What We Liked
- Genuinely lighter than competing rotomolded coolers
- All-terrain wheels handle gravel and grass well
- 4-5 days of realistic ice retention with frequent opening
- 72 QT fits a full weekend’s worth of food and drinks
Worth Knowing
- $329 is still a big cooler investment
- Latches require firm pressure to open and close
- Too large for solo day trips, consider the 45 QT for that
Final Verdict
The RTIC 72 QT Ultra-Light does exactly what it promises, premium cooler performance with less weight and better portability. If you camp, tailgate, or fish regularly and you’re tired of wrestling a 45-lb cooler, this is worth the upgrade. The wheels and weight savings aren’t gimmicks, they make a real difference when you’re hauling gear.
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