Is this lunch cooler too big to carry with to work/school?
142271
It is rather bulky my wife uses it it may be on the big side for school though. She loves the space it carries cause she also puts her iPad and other various items inside.
142272
Would this be good to use in a hotel setting to keep sodas & water bottles cold?
142273
I've been bringing one this size to work for quite a few years so it's not too big for me. I carry it by the loop at the base of the lid but if you are carrying a container of liquid it better have a good, tight seal on it because the bag will not carry level unless you use the shoulder strap which has no padding.
142274
It's not a "dainty" cooler. I rather like it - I can take lunch AND supper in it - with ice to keep the supper cold for many hours. Lunch on the outside to stay warm, salad on the outside. I'd probably hate to lose it!
142275
That's exactly what we use it for. My husband works in an office setting and my son works construction, and it is working great for both of them. You can even carry your drinks in it. The way its made, it is roomy and versatile!
142276
The large is very very large. It is more like a cooler you would take on a picnic, not a lunch bag for work. I took it to work today and was embarrassed by it's size. I take a large salad, 2 bottles of water, a yogurt, a piece of fruit, a 3 cup container of grapes, some cheese and 7 thin ice keepers. It's not even half way full with all of the above inside. There is more than enough room for all day food inside. The food moves all over the place simply because the bag is TOO big. Well made, try a smaller size.
142277
I got it for my husband and he loves it. He's a substitute teacher and much prefers the shoulder strap so as to leave his hands free to carry other items. I'm a small woman and just tried it. I have handbags that are bigger, though maybe not quite as wide (from front to back is about 6"). It's well insulated. Hubby took a frozen entrée (such as Stouffer's) to work one day but didn't have time to eat it. When he got home, it hadn't thawed completely and I re-froze it. It has lots of room and can get a lot of items in it, plus pockets for smaller items such as snacks. I think it might be awkward or a bit difficult to carry if it's loaded up with heavy items, but for a typical lunch, it works perfectly. I got it for my husband and he loves it. He's a substitute teacher and much prefers the shoulder strap so as to leave his hands free to carry other items. I'm a small woman and just tried it. I have handbags that are bigger, though maybe not quite as wide (from front to back is about 6"). It's well insulated. Hubby took a frozen entrée (such as Stouffer's) to work one day but didn't have time to eat it. When he got home, it hadn't thawed completely and I re-froze it. It has lots of room and can get a lot of items in it, plus pockets for smaller items such as snacks. I think it might be... » Read More I got it for my husband and he loves it. He's a substitute teacher and much prefers the shoulder strap so as to leave his hands free to carry other items. I'm a small woman and just tried it. I have handbags that are bigger, though maybe not quite as wide (from front to back is about 6"). It's well insulated. Hubby took a frozen entrée (such as Stouffer's) to work one day but didn't have time to eat it. When he got home, it hadn't thawed completely and I re-froze it. It has lots of room and can get a lot of items in it, plus pockets for smaller items such as snacks. I think it might be awkward or a bit difficult to carry if it's loaded up with heavy items, but for a typical lunch, it works perfectly. « Show Less
1646618
It is a typical carry bag; thin and about 1-1.5 feet long. It may be too large for a lunch bag
1049739
I carry my lunch in the Maxcold and my drinks stay cool most of the day. Ice Packs do not come with it. If you want your drinks really cold, I recommend ICE packs.
2101961
I would say so but it will depend on how big it is. I currently use a divided container that measures 5 by 5 by 4 inches and I still have space for more on the sides and top of the container. The lunch bag measures 9 by 6 by 6.
2072509
No way, its too big space for a zipper lunch bag, i use to carry a 500 pages book. Neither I could carry a small book its not fit. :D
1244330
It's a little bigger than your average size school backpack. I actually thought it would be bigger, but when I received it, it is a good size. If I had ordered the small one, it would have been too small. For school, it would fit large textbooks plus whatever else you would need
1672954
The interior measure 14 3/4" (l) x 6" (w) x 11" (h). It has a small pocket in front, large enough to slip in a cell phone OR plastic ware AND napkins, but not all three items. And there is a heavy zipper closing that runs the full length of the top. So - depending on the size of your thermoses, your lunch bag and your what nots, I'm thinking there should be enough room for everything. I read a review that reported it being heavily used for 6 months and still holding up well. It was exactly what I needed for a convention a couple of weeks ago. JoAnn Fabrics sells a similar item - only this one is a lot prettier! The fabric has a plastic feel to it. For what you seem to want it for, I think you will be pleased with it.
142149
I don't have kids but my 34 year old boyfriend will use it to go to work. It is definitely 'boy' colors and it's a neat lunchbox and isn't girly at all so I think it would make the 'cool' list for back to school. Also so far haven't had any leak/spill issues with what I've put in it. I did find regular size silverware doesn't fit... Maybe small size plastic would work and it is fairly big for a lunchbox. When I take this to work I use it for lunch and pretty much all my snacks for the day as an adult.
1812155
I purchased it for my coworker. She absolutely loves it and raves about how big it is and just by looking and comparing online it seems bigger. I know it was roomy enough for me and I don't"eat like a bird" lol! Hope that helps
1121099
It would likely be too big for a lunch bag. I just carry mine with the built in handle without a bag.
1683737
I think its too big for a carry on bag. I suggest you get a heavy insulated lunch bag. Maybe one that has built in gel packs
1584182
No. The handy cooler is much bigger than it looks. But it still was worth the purchase.
25892
no it's not. I wouldn't use this cooler for that. It's a standard "lunch box" doesn't keep things really cold.
2072507
My daughter and I think you should not have a problem putting a lunch in the X part of the case it. The X is very stretchy due to it's elastic bottom attachment.
441234
Probably won't fit in a standard lunch bag, but can be carried in 6-pack-size cooler bag or plain plastic or tote bag. By itself it's much better than insulated bag which doesn't really seal. This has insulation top and bottom and the lid screws on tightly.
255037
Yes it would be. I use mine as a "school bag" carrying a 3" anatomy/physiology book, papers, handouts, etc.
499628
It is a great cooler, I bought it for a friend who packs lunches and drinks for the whole day. Not too big and not to small.