Which is the better buy? Side-by-side on rating, price, strengths, and watch-outs — with the published ratings we averaged to get there.
Yeti Hopper M30 comes out ahead by a narrow margin (4.7 vs 4.8). The gap is mostly about car camping families and day-long beach trips — read the strengths below before deciding.
The 20 Can is the day-use value pick — RTIC's smaller cooler matches Yeti Flip at lower price.
The Hopper M30 is the best-overall pick — Yeti's flagship soft cooler is leakproof and class-leading.
Beats Yeti Flip on value. Day-use size.
Largest leakproof pick. Magnetic closure. Premium.
| Spec | RTIC 20 Can Soft Pack | Yeti Hopper M30 |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 20 cans | 36 cans |
| Ice Retention | Yeti-equivalent | — |
| Price | $99 | — |
| Brand | RTIC | Yeti |
| Weight | — | 5.6 lb |
| Closure | — | Magnetic |