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Yeti Hopper M12 Cooler Bag 12L Charcoal

Yeti Hopper M12 Cooler Bag 12L Charcoal

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$275.00at Academy SportsChecked 22 h ago

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Price facts

  • Last seen at $275.00 at Academy Sports on Nov 9.
  • Checked at 5 stores.

Our take on the Yeti Hopper M12 Cooler Bag 12L Charcoal

The Yeti Hopper M12 is a soft-sided cooler backpack with a 12-liter (about 3.17-gallon) main compartment, built from a thick nylon shell with a waterproof liner. Its standout feature is the wide top opening that folds shut with a magnetic closure, so you load and reach in without fighting a zipper. It carries like a backpack, with padded shoulder straps and a chest strap, and weighs about 4.5 lb empty. It suits day trips, hikes, beach runs and tailgates where you want cold drinks on your back rather than in a hard cooler. Against hard-sided coolers of similar capacity it is far easier to carry, but it holds less ice and keeps cold for shorter stretches than a rotomolded box.

Best forHikers and beachgoers who want cold drinks hands-freeDay trips and tailgates for one or two peopleCarrying cans and bottles short distancesBuyers who prefer a soft bag over a hard cooler
Pros
  • Backpack straps leave both hands free
  • Magnetic top opening is quick to load and reach into
  • Thick nylon shell and waterproof liner feel durable
  • 12 L holds a day's drinks and ice for a small group
  • Chest strap and padded straps help on longer walks
Cons
  • Magnetic closure needs a firm press to seal fully
  • Soft body does not hold ice as long as a hard cooler
  • About 4.5 lb empty before you add ice and drinks
  • No rigid base, so it slumps when partly full
  • Limited capacity for larger groups

Yeti Hopper M12 Cooler Bag 12L Charcoal prices at every store

  • Academy SportsNew

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    $275.00Free shippingChecked 22 h ago
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  • Ace HardwareNew

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    $275.00Free shippingChecked 22 h ago
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  • BackcountryNew

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    $275.00Free shippingChecked 22 h ago
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  • YetiNew

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    $275.00Free shippingChecked 22 h ago
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  • West MarineNew

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    $275.00Checked 22 h ago
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Yeti Hopper M12 Cooler Bag 12L Charcoal price history

Lowest price we've seen: $275.00 on Nov 10 at Academy Sports. Tracked across 5 stores since Nov 10.

What reviewers say

Owners like the backpack carry and the easy magnetic opening, and most find it keeps drinks cold through a day out. The recurring complaints are that the lid takes care to seal and that the soft body does not match a hard cooler for ice retention.

What people mention
  • Carry comfortPraisedOwners say the padded backpack straps make it easy to haul a full load over distance.
  • Magnetic closureMixedThe wide magnetic opening is quick to use, but some say it needs a firm press to seal and can come loose.
  • Ice retentionCriticisedReviewers note ice melts sooner than in a hard-sided cooler of similar capacity.
  • Build qualityPraisedThe thick nylon shell and waterproof liner are described as tough and easy to wipe clean.
  • Loaded weightCriticisedOnce filled with ice and drinks, some find it heavy to carry for long.

Specifications

Width (")
17.0Source
Type of Bag
BackpackSource
Manufacturer Color
CharcoalSource
Volume (gal)
3.17Source
Color

Questions and answers

How much does the Yeti Hopper M12 hold?
The main compartment is 12 liters, about 3.17 gallons. That is roughly a day's drinks and ice for one or two people.
Is the Hopper M12 a backpack or a tote?
It is a backpack. It has two padded shoulder straps and a chest strap, so you carry it on your back rather than by a handle.
Does the magnetic lid keep ice frozen all day?
It keeps drinks cold for a day out, but it is a soft cooler. Ice melts faster than in a hard rotomolded cooler, so pre-chill drinks and use plenty of ice.
Is it waterproof?
The liner is waterproof and the shell is water-resistant nylon. The magnetic top is not submersible, so do not leave it sitting in water.
How heavy is it empty?
About 4.5 lb empty. Add ice and drinks and it gets noticeably heavier on your back.
Can it fit in a car trunk or overhead bin?
At about 17 by 16 by 8 inches it fits in most car trunks and back seats. It is too large for an airline overhead bin when full.
Where is the Yeti Hopper M12 Cooler Bag 12L Charcoal cheapest?
At Academy Sports, for $275.00, as of our latest check.
What do buyers say about the Yeti Hopper M12 Cooler Bag 12L Charcoal?
Rated 5 out of 5 from 1 ratings.
Where can I buy the Yeti Hopper M12 Cooler Bag 12L Charcoal?
5 stores we checked sell it, including Academy Sports, Ace Hardware, Backcountry, Yeti, West Marine.

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Height (")
16.0Source
Depth (")
8.0Source
Material
NylonSource
Weight (lb)
4.5Source