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#3 in Hard CoolersBest Value

Pelican 50QT Elite

Name: Pelican 50QT Elite
Brand: Pelican
Rating: 9 (1 reviews)

Pelican

$299.00 – $349.00

American-made rotomolded cooler with 2 inches of polyurethane insulation and a press-and-pull latch system. Features a built-in fish scale on the lid, integrated cup holders, and a lifetime guarantee.

9.0

Excellent

Consensus

Our Analysis

Ranked #3 based on expert reviews, user sentiment, and value analysis.

Score Breakdown

Expert Score

8.8

User Sentiment

9.0

Value Score

8.4

Complaint Risk

9.3

Freshness

8.2

Community

9.0

Availability

9.2

Pros

Made in USA with lifetime guarantee
Built-in fish scale on lid
Press-and-pull latches are easy to use

Cons

Ice retention slightly behind YETI
Heavier at 27 lbs empty

Don't buy this if…

The molded-in handles are comfortable but make the cooler difficult to carry when fully loaded—use two people for a full 50QT.

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Pelican 50QT Elite

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