How many cans does the Hopper M12 hold?

Yeti rates it for up to 20 standard 12 oz cans plus 12 lbs of ice. Real-world capacity drops if you add bottles or food.

Is the Hopper M12 waterproof?

It is leak-resistant, not submersible. The MagShield closure keeps melted ice and spills contained in a car or boat, but do not dunk it.

How long does ice last in it?

Roughly a day in moderate heat with a proper ice-to-contents ratio. It will not match a hard rotomolded cooler over several days.

Can it carry wine bottles?

Yes. Yeti lists it as wine bottle compatible, and the wide opening makes loading tall bottles easy.

Is it comfortable as a backpack?

For short carries, yes. Fully loaded it is heavy, and the straps are less padded than a hiking pack's.

Does it have a drain plug?

No. Meltwater has to be poured out through the top opening, so empty it before it fills.

Where is the Yeti Hopper M12 Soft Backpack Royal Blue cheapest?

At Yeti, for $275.00, as of our latest check.

Yeti Hopper M12 Soft Backpack Royal Blue Price History: Lowest $275.00

What reviewers say

Owners rate the Hopper M12 highly for build quality and the magnetic lid, calling it a durable, genuinely leak-resistant pack cooler. The common complaints are its weight when full, the stiff magnetic opening and ice that melts faster than in a hard cooler.

What people mention

Build qualityPraisedOwners describe the shell and zipperless lid as tough and long-lasting.
WeightCriticisedMany say it gets heavy and awkward to carry once filled with ice and cans.
Magnetic lidMixedThe MagShield seal is praised for staying closed but criticised as stiff to open.
Ice retentionMixedIt keeps ice for a day out, but reviewers say it trails hard coolers on multi-day trips.
CapacityPraisedBuyers find the 20-can plus ice capacity right for small groups and day trips.

From Yeti

Fits up to 20 standard 12 oz cans
Fits 12 lbs of ice
Wine bottle compatible
MagShield Access uses ultra-strong magnets to stay closed and leak-resistant, and stays open when needed
DryHide Shell is high-density fabric that withstands punctures and UV rays
Kangaroo Pocket for phone, keys, and wallet; HitchPoint Grid for attaching accessories

Sizes: M12, M20
Materials: DryHide Shell high-density fabric; interior and exterior treated to be mildew resistant; leakproof liner with RF-welded seams; ColdCell closed-cell foam insulat
Sizing: M12 is a little smaller than the M20 for less capacity needs, such as going solo
Care: Rinse with soap and water and dry the inside with a cloth or paper towel; wipe down the MagShield Access opening to remove dust or grime; use a non-abrasive rag
Guarantee: Three-year warranty
Returns: Free returns
Shipping: Free shipping for account holders

About the Yeti Hopper M12 Soft Backpack Royal Blue

The Yeti Hopper M12 is a soft-sided cooler worn as a backpack, in Royal Blue. It holds up to 20 standard 12 oz cans or 12 lbs of ice, and it is compatible with wine bottles.

The DryHide Shell is a high-density fabric that withstands punctures and UV rays. The interior and exterior are treated to resist mildew. The liner is leakproof with RF-welded seams, and ColdCell closed-cell foam provides the insulation.

MagShield Access uses ultra-strong magnets to keep the opening closed and leak-resistant, and it stays open when needed. A Kangaroo Pocket holds a phone, keys and a wallet. The HitchPoint Grid lets you attach accessories. The M12 is a little smaller than the M20, for lower capacity needs such as going solo.

Type: Soft cooler backpack
Color: Royal Blue
Can capacity: Up to 20 standard 12 oz cans
Ice capacity: 12 lbs
Shell: DryHide high-density fabric
Insulation: ColdCell closed-cell foam
Liner: Leakproof, RF-welded seams
Closure: MagShield Access magnets
Sizes: M12, M20
Care: Rinse with soap and water, dry inside with a cloth or paper towel, wipe the opening with a non-abrasive rag