The Orca cooler is many ways one of the best
roto-molded coolers in the market and to many is even better than the famous
Yeti cooler. I will be doing Orca cooler reviews in this blog so you can make a
good decision on its purchase.
The Orca range of coolers are very strong, come with
massive insulation which can keep ice for over ten days. They come with an
unbeatable warranty and are generally considered one of the best coolers out
there.
Orca stands for “Outdoor Recreation Company of
America,” and over the years they have stuck to the ethos of their name by
continuing to make their products in the US, unlike other companies that have
with time outsourced their production. This gives Orca the opportunity to be
tight on quality control, ensuring their products meets the demands of
customers and creates room for faster innovation.
HOW
GOOD IS ITS RETENTION?
As with most coolers, one of the most important
things to consider upon purchase is retention, and this is one area where Orca
shines as its cooler is known to have more insulation than its competitors.
Their coolers have 3 inches of insulation compared with just 2 inches of
insulation which most of their competitors come with. This means Orca coolers
can hold ice for much longer than other coolers in the market.
Although it’s harder to say how long Orca retains
ice for especially since they don’t make coolers the same size as other coolers
on the market, but you can expect Orca coolers to match the retention of Yeti
or beat it slightly. It may not be better by so much, but it’s likely to
perform slightly better.
INDUSTRY
LEADING WARRANTY
Currently, Orca is the only cooler that offers a
lifetime warranty on every part of the cooler they have in stock. This includes
its nylon rope handles, rubber latches, non-slip rubber feet and of course the
main body itself.
This is better than what you would get from most
other companies which offer warranties for around five years which doesn’t
cover parts outside of the main body.
PRICING
Quite recently, Orca dropped the price of their
products, making them hyper-competitive in the market despite being the better
buy.
The 40-Quart which is the most popular size goes for
$249.99, $100.00 cheaper than the Yeti of similar size. This makes them one of
the most affordable roto-molded coolers in the market.
FEATURES
The Orca has some pretty cool features which make it
stand out from other coolers. To begin with, it is extremely tough, and they
can take as much trashing as it gets while remaining cool. It also has non-slip
rubber feet which means it will stay in place in your trunk or the back of your
trunk without moving around.
Its whale tail rubber latches are a nice touch and
will keep the lid secure, so no cold can escape. Add this to a commercial grade
rubber gasket which goes around the inside of the lid, keeping cold in and warm
air out.
The expendable flex grip handles make carrying this
cooler easy for one or two persons, and they can also be extended if needed.
This includes a cool cargo net onto the back which allows one extra store stuff
like phones, keys, bottle openers or some dry food. It has a padlock too to
keep food and drink safe from grizzlies, and a standard 1-inch drain sprout makes
it easy to drain after use.
DO
I RECOMMEND THE ORCA COOLER?
I think the Orca cooler is awesome and you can’t go
wrong choosing it. It has all the features found in its competitors and at a
better price. There’s also a lifetime warranty which means you can buy this
cooler with 100% confidence so if anything goes wrong, they will take care of
you.
ORCA COOLER
Brand-new authentic merchandise.
Comes in many colors.
Authorized dealer-warranty is valid.
Item Weight : 18 pounds
Shipping Weight : 18 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
Domestic Shipping : Item can be shipped within U.S.
International Shipping : This item is not eligible for international shipping. Learn More
ASIN: B01I2P2OTY
Item model number : ORCBK/BK020-P
Amazon Orca Cooler Review :-
Shipping Weight : 18 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
Domestic Shipping : Item can be shipped within U.S.
International Shipping : This item is not eligible for international shipping. Learn More
ASIN: B01I2P2OTY
Item model number : ORCBK/BK020-P
Amazon Orca Cooler Review :-
"Arrived quickly and on good condition. Heavy. Don't want to carry it far. Filled with 10 lbs of ice. Lasted good 24 hrs in 80+°. Another 24 hrs with very cold water. Items I put in cooler weren't cold to begin with. Compared to my last cooler, using every day, will save me about $100 month in ice. Truck stops are expensive" -Squirrel
"Good quality, keeps ice longer than cheap igloo, comparable to my Yeti Roadie. Particularly like the storage pouch on back for bottle opener, keys, etc. I wish they would do away with the whale tail rubber closures, they are pretty gay looking. I have already replaced them with aftermarket straps" -Albert Scalpati Jr
"Will hold ice for a few days if it's not being opened and closed a bunch. Good fit and finish" -Luke
"Excellent Cooler !!" -Tom McKinleyon
"Got this for my MIL, and she loves it! Great color and really stacks up against a yeti." -Amazon Customer
"Will hold ice for a few days if it's not being opened and closed a bunch. Good fit and finish." -Lukeon
"Small, but well built and great looking" - Chuckon
"Love it.. follow instructions and your ice will last. Live in AZ and the cooler rocks. Thank you." -Heatheron
"Great cooler. Use it every day, put ice in it twice a week max." -Charles Hearlon
"Works great. Came out if. Ix with the handle not in place but that was easily fixed. Been using it everyday since." -Joseph W.
"Great cooler. Couldn't ask for a better one." -Amazon Customer
"Awesome cooler at a great price" -D. Mowatton
Customer questions & answers
Question: Where is the 159$ one
Answer: This price was only offered directly from ORCA on their website William. Dealers are not allowed to sell this item below the manufactures min. advertised pricing agreement. If we could sell you this cooler for that price and not loose money we would do it in a heartbeat.
Question: Would you buy this cooler or the one with a stainless handle? ( The extra heavy duty cooler)
Answer: Probably the one with the stainless handles.
Question: I was selecting my cooler a 20 qt.and selected my color, but the product shows no handle?¿? Does anybody why or just if the cool have a handle
Answer: All 20 Quarts have the stainless carry handle. Only the rare 20 Quart tactical limited edition black have the straps.
Question: Is this price correct $159?? But it takes 1-2months to ship???
Answer: Our price is a little higher,however, we ship Monday thru Friday
Question: Can someone post the inside dimensions?
Answer: Dimensions:
Inside: 16.5" x 12.25" x 10"
Outside: 23.75" x 17.5" x 14.75"
Please note that this is the top of the line MILWAUKEE ORCA Model
Question: Will a gallon milk jug fit in the Orca 20 quart cooler and the lid close completely?
Answer: Yes