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
1121099
It would likely be too big for a lunch bag. I just carry mine with the built in handle without a bag.
1646617
I purchased this bag as a gift for my niece to carry her art supplies in and it was the perfect size for that. I do think it would be too big to use as a lunch bag only. A standard size laptop could fit in it but I don't think I would use it for that either because the computer would probably be too heavy for the material the bag is made out of. Hope that helps.
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
1572091
I couldn't find one that this fits into. The lunchbox is too big. I am returning the product so don't plan to try. A six pack cooler might work, but then it doesn't fit into my kid's backpack.
1572747
I have pottery barn lunch boxes for my kids and I can fit the yumbox AND a fairly large freezer pack in it (and still have room for a spoon, napkin...) So, my answer is YES. :)
120509
I use it for work as a lunch bag but I can fit more than my food inside as it is very spacious. It looks bulky but I got over it fast. Haven't tried putting cans but I'm pretty sure it'll fit 6 cans easy. & they do stay 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.
948827
YES and it is sturdy which was my only worry (I carry Nordic Ware and Tupperware heated). Every Sunday I drive about two hours each way to Grandma's taking my 2 big son's a big hot lunch that requires plenty of space that I truly appreciate Ms. Ray did allow for. It expands in height to 6 very flexible inches. It took me a week of investigating to finally find my "ideal" carrier that actually also feeds 3 quite well. It's worth the money and women like its "elegant" design. I believe it also carried a guarantee of sturdines but I misplaced it. A strong strap is a must and it is. Enjoy! YES and it is sturdy which was my only worry (I carry Nordic Ware and Tupperware heated). Every Sunday I drive about two hours each way to Grandma's taking my 2 big son's a big hot lunch that requires plenty of space that I truly appreciate Ms. Ray did allow for. It expands in height to 6 very flexible inches. It took me a week of investigating to finally find my "ideal" carrier that actually also feeds 3 quite well. It's worth the money and women like its "elegant" design. I believe it also carried a guarantee of sturdines but I misplaced it. A strong strap is a must... » Read More YES and it is sturdy which was my only worry (I carry Nordic Ware and Tupperware heated). Every Sunday I drive about two hours each way to Grandma's taking my 2 big son's a big hot lunch that requires plenty of space that I truly appreciate Ms. Ray did allow for. It expands in height to 6 very flexible inches. It took me a week of investigating to finally find my "ideal" carrier that actually also feeds 3 quite well. It's worth the money and women like its "elegant" design. I believe it also carried a guarantee of sturdines but I misplaced it. A strong strap is a must and it is. Enjoy! « Show Less
1474036
No, the very front of the backpack is...it's a small insulated opening, but big enough for a school lunch and snack.
63376
My son said the laptop and charger will fit as well at the lunchbox. 2 bottles can fit on the sides of the pack. It has been worn in the rain with no problems.
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.
720266
This is out in my car, while I'm at work, so I'm going out on a limb here, but I have to say yes. It's not tiny. Not LARGE, but an okay size. I think it never occurred to me to include handle dimensions in with cooler size, to be honest.
2023217
Not unless you can fold it in half ;-)The inside demensions are more like a moderate sized lunch box and good for carying lots of little thing but poor for caring anything bigish. Even something like a hard back library book is beyond its capacity w/o really bulging the sides and risking the zippers. There are other bags better for a laptop.
1584320
Yes. It might still be heavy to tote in a bag. Unlike a solid cooler with a grab handle. The insulated bag will help keep your food cold longer.
702281
No. You will find it is a perfect size and you'll appreciate the extra room over a smaller bag. Definitely not like those big backpack types.
1121098
Yes it is too big to fit in a normal lunch box. I don't use it as much as I would because of that.