Best Modern Picnic Hampers & Coolers

Modern baskets and coolers

I love my modern picnic hamperscoolers – for when a traditional picnic basket or cool boxes won’t quite do!  Maybe you prefer their look, or they’re easy to store and clean.  But whatever it is about them you love, here are my best modern picnic hampers and coolers reviewed!

Modern picnic baskets and cool boxes are all about functionality and have features to keep your food fresh, handy compartments for storage, and much more. 

They’re also great for road trips – a fact I can testify to! Or keep one in the boot of your car to ensure your food is fresh on the way back from the weekly shop!

If you’re in a hurry, here are 2023’s best Modern Picnic Hampers & Coolers

Insulated Picnic Lunch Bag for 2 Person Portable Picnic Bag Thermal Lunch Tote Bags with Stainless Steel Tableware Insulated Cooler Bags for Men Women Work Hiking Outdoor Beach BBQ Camping (Brown)
Looking for a modern picnic hamper with a difference then this two-person cool box picnic basket is a great place to start. Has everything you need? Add plates and food!

Picnic Backpack for 4 With Blanket, Insulated Cooler Compartment, SS Plates, Cutlery, Wine Glasses, Chopping Board, Bottle Opener, Napkins, S/P Shakers
Looking for a picnic set with a difference, then this four-person cool bag picnic backpack is a modern twist on the classic Picnic Basket

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Coleman Xtreme 28QT Cooler Box - Blue/White, Small
Coolboxes are handy for taking out picnics, taking home the shopping and so much more. Now with electric versions, these are a practical alternative to dated cool bags!

Igloo - Marine Ultra 94 Cool Box, White - 89 Litres
Go big or go home with the DADDY of cooler boxes. So large it needs wheels but can keep a lot of beer cool. The perfect cooler for camping or festivals!

Mobicool MB32 DC Thermoelectric Cooler 32 L Blue 12 V
Brilliant, small and portable electric cooler bag - great for a car cooler, lunch bag or picnic cool bag. This is easy to watch and clean, and lightweight. Packs flat when empty and holds heaps of water and food!

So there you have it; we have recommended our top six modern picnic hampers and coolers.  However, there is so much choice; if you haven’t found something that tickles your fancy, stay with us!

Browse some of our modern picnic hampers & coolers reviews; there’s a great selection. From large to small, foldable to solid – and something for every price range.  Where ever possible, I have tested these myself and loved them enough to feature, or else they are recommended by friends, family and you!

One thing I love about these is the great range of colours, patterns and designs there are to choose from. Whether your style is girly, modern, retro or just plain quirky, you’re bound to find something that tickles your fancy in our choice of modern picnic hampers and cool boxes.

Or combine new and old with a funky cool box for fresh goods and a more traditional wicker picnic basket for the rest of your supplies. With some of the amazing value budget coolers on offer, it’s a bit of a no-brainer!

Also, look at these great electric coolers in our BBQ and outdoor section!

Modern Wicker Picnic Hampers

These are the 2023 best Modern Picnic Hampers and are chosen for having the best following features:

  • Design – Funky, Cool & Different
  • Build Quality & Durability – Lightweight but strong
  • Accessories 
  • Cost 

To see more reviews of Best Picnic Hampers, check out this page.

Bestseller No. 1 Luxury Wicker Picnic Basket Set - 2-Person Picnic Hamper Set with Plates, Cutlery, Glasses, Corkscrew - Empty Basket for Couples, Families and Outdoor Diner, from Regency Hampers
Bestseller No. 2 Red Hamper FH030 4 Person Boat Fitted Picnic Basket, Brown, 27 x 59 x 29 cm
Bestseller No. 3 PICNIC TIME - Barrel Wicker Picnic Basket for 2 - Picnic Set - Wine Picnic Basket, (Red & White Gingham Pattern), 18.5' x 17' x 12'

Bestselling Cooler Backpacks

These are 2023’s top cool backpacks and are chosen for their following features, making them the best on the market:

  • Design
  • Durability
  • Cooling time 
  • Cost

To see more of Best Backpack & RuckSack Coolers Reviewed, check out this page.

Bestseller No. 1 Lifewit 30 Cans Backpack Cooler Waterproof Insulated Soft Lunch Cooler Backpack Lightweight Leakproof Cooler Bag for Men Women Adults for Work Picnics Beach Camping Travel Outdoor Activities, Grey
Bestseller No. 2 Lifewit 24L (30-Can) Soft Cooler Backpack Thermal with Hard Liner, Large Insulated Picnic Lunch Cool Bag Backpack Soft-Sided Cooling Bag for Camping/BBQ/Family Outdoor Activities, Black
Bestseller No. 3 Lifewit 26L 34-Can Insulated Cooler Picnic Backpack Cool Bag, Large Picnic Bag Leakproof Portable Soft Food Cooler Box for Men Women for Outdoor/Picnic/Beach/BBQ/Camping/Travel/Family, Grey
SaleBestseller No. 4 27L Cooler Backpack 2-IN-1 Cool Bag, 24 Can Lightweight Insulated Lunch Cooler Bag, Leak-proof Picnic Backpack Perfectly Fit for Picnics, BBQs, Beach Trips, Hiking, Working &Family Days Out
Bestseller No. 5 Tydi Cooler Backpack Insulated – 30L Cool Bag Rucksack Backpack Cooler – Cool Bag Back Pack for Picnic, Camping, Hiking – Black
Bestseller No. 6 QINGLOU 25L Cool Bag Picnic Backpack, 30 Cans Large Capacity Insulated Backpack Cooler Lightweight Leak Proof Soft Cooler Bag for Men Women to Work, Picnics, Hiking, Camping, Beach (A.Grey)

Top Six Picnic Cool Boxes

These are the 2023 best Coolers and Boxes for Picnics and are chosen for the following features:

  • Design – Quality materials used, easy to carry
  • Build quality
  • Cooling time
  • Cost

To see more Best Family Sized XXL Cool Boxes & Coolers Reviewed, check out this page.

SaleBestseller No. 1 Kollea Cool Bag - 30 Litre Cool box - Insulated Cooler Bag Lunch Bag Keep Warm and Cold, Leak-Proof, With Carrying Straps, Multiple Pockets - Ideal for Travel, Camping, Picnics, BBQ
Bestseller No. 2 Large Cooler Box - 24 L, Insulated for Hot/Cold Food, Durable & Portable Freezer Box for Picnics, Camping BBQ, Comes with a Carry Handle, 9 Hours Cooling, Locking Lid, Blue
Bestseller No. 3 Lifewit 15L (24 Cans) Insulated Lunch Bag, Cooler Bag for Lunch/Work/School/Beach/Picnic (Grey)
Bestseller No. 4 Lifewit Cooler Backpack Insulated Cool Bag Large Capacity Lunch Bag, Soft Cooler Lunch Box Soft-Sided Cooling Bag Backpack for Beach/Picnic/Camping/BBQ, Grey
Bestseller No. 5 Tanness 24L Cool Box – Compact Insulated Ice Cooler Box for Hot or Cold Food and Drinks – Portable Ice Cooler for Camping, Picnics, Festivals, Travel, Beach, BBQs & Outdoor Adventures
SaleBestseller No. 6 Extra Large 30L 60 Can Insulated Hot/Cold Cooler Bag Cool Box Picnic Camping Food Drink Ice Freezer Cool with Carry Handle and Shoulder Strap

Best Family-Sized XXL Cool Boxes

These are 2023 top Family Sized XXL Cool Boxes and are chosen for the following features:

  • Design
  • Build quality
  • Cooling time
  • Cost

To see more Best Family Sized XXL Cool Boxes & Coolers Reviewed, check out this page.

SaleBestseller No. 1 Coleman Xtreme Cooler Box | Large High-Performance Ice Box | PU Full Foam Insulation | Stays Cool for several Days | Portable Cool Box | with handles & wheeles,Xtreme 100QT
SaleBestseller No. 2 Coleman Unisex Xtreme Cooler, Large Cooler Box Capacity, PU Full Foam Insulation, Cools up to 5 Days, Portable Cool Box, Perfect for Camping, Festivals and Fishing, Blue, 66 L
SaleBestseller No. 3 IGLOO MaxCold Large 165 Quart 156 Litre 280 Can Cool Box Ice Cooler 7 Days Camping Party
SaleBestseller No. 4 Igloo Max Cold Pro 85 Litre (90 US QT) Roller Cooler Box
Bestseller No. 5 Trail 45L Cool Box on Wheels, Wheeled Insulated Hard Cooler for Hot Cold Food Drink, Picnic Camping Beach, 2 Cup Holders, BPA HDPE Free Liner, 72hr Max Cooling (54.5cm x 36cm x 42cm)
Bestseller No. 6 Vango Pinnacle Cool Box Cooler Ice Box | Highly Insulated, Portable, Leakproof, Durable, Ice Rentention, Food Safe - Camping, Fishing, Beach, Festival, Picnic (57L)

Best Small Coolers/ Cool Box

These are 2023 best Small Cool Boxes and are chosen for being the best for the following features:

  • Size
  • Build quality
  • Cooling time
  • Cost

To see more Best Small Coolers & Cool Boxes Reviewed, check out this page.

Bestseller No. 1 Trail 5L Cool Box with Ice Freezer Block, Insulated Hard Cooler for Hot Cold Food Drink, Picnic Lunch Camping, Food Safe BPA Free, Holds 6 x 330ml / 8 x 300ml Cans, 12hr Cooling (20cm x 27.5cm x 19cm)
Bestseller No. 2 SQ Pro Ice Chest and Cooler -Camping Picnic Insulated Food Container-Ice Box Lock Lid with Handle-Compact Leakproof Travel Cooler Box-Insulated Hot Box/Cold Freezer Box -Cool Bag-(6L)
Bestseller No. 3 Andes 5L Cool Box Lunch Box for Food and Drinks, Fits 6 x 330ml Cans, Small Lightweight Cooler for Picnics or Work, 9 Hours Performance Time, Blue/White
SaleBestseller No. 4 Coleman Performance 6 Personal Cooler, NEW MODEL with hinge lid design, 4 L, Small Cool Box for Food and Drinks, Robust Ice Box, for 6 Small Cans, Stays up to 9 Hours Cool, Lightweight Cooler Box
Bestseller No. 5 Atlantic Cool Box 10 L 10L Mini Fridge Cooler Insulated Thermal Cooler Insulated with Refrigerated Box/Insulated
Bestseller No. 6 SQ Professional Ice Chest Cooler - Insulated Food Container, Lock Lid with Handle, Leakproof Travel Insulated Hot/Cold Box, Cool Bag

Once you have your modern picnic hamper or cool box you will need some more picnic essentials for dining out in style – see the links here:   

Can you think of another essential picnic item I need to include? If so, drop me a line in the comments.

Have you used any of our best modern picnic hampers or coolers? Then please leave your review in the comments box below. Is your favourite picnic basket or cool box not on the list? Be sure to let me know in the comments below so I can review it.

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