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Soft Cooler Bag | Insulated Cooler Bag | Leak Proof Camping Cooler

Sydioor Soft Sided Insulated Cooler Bag 14L

$158.99 $190.99 Save $32
  • Five Layer Build
  • Waterproof TPU Shell
  • Light To Carry
  • 14 Litre Capacity

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Product specifications
BrandSydioor
Model NameIB24001
Capacity14 litres
Size16 can
Item Dimensions (D x W x H)19 x 30 x 25 cm
Shell MaterialThermoplastic Polyurethane (TPU)
Insulation MaterialPEVA
Shell TypeSoft
Water ResistanceWaterproof
ColourBlack
PatternSolid
Container TypeBag
Additional FeaturesAdjustable strap, insulated, portable
Recommended UsesFishing, boating, camping, picnic, hiking
Included ComponentsCooler
Number Of Items1
ManufacturerSydioor
Shipping & returns

Tracked delivery anywhere in New Zealand. It is free on orders of $175 or more, and a flat $20 below that.

If it is not right for you, send it back within 14 days of delivery in resaleable condition and we refund the price you paid, including standard delivery. That is a voluntary policy we offer on top of your legal rights. You cover the cost of returning it unless the item is faulty.

If it arrives faulty, damaged or not as described, we put it right at no cost to you under the Consumer Guarantees Act 1993 and the Fair Trading Act 1986, return postage included.

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Five Layer BuildLayered construction with a food-grade PEVA liner holds the cold in.
Waterproof TPU ShellWipes clean in seconds and shrugs off rain and spills.
Light To CarryMuch lighter than a hard cooler, with a detachable shoulder strap.
14 Litre CapacityHolds around 16 cans plus ice for a day out.

Pack cold drinks and fresh food for the whole day with a soft cooler bag that goes wherever you do.

A 14 litre insulated cooler bag with a waterproof TPU shell, food-grade PEVA leak-proof liner, front zip pocket and detachable shoulder strap.

A 14 litre soft cooler bag built for beach days, picnics, fishing trips and the drive home from the shops.

The food-grade PEVA liner is leak proof, so melted ice and spills stay inside the bag instead of on your seats.

A waterproof TPU outer shell means rain and sand wipe straight off with a damp cloth.

The detachable shoulder strap and front zip pocket make it easy to carry keys, a bottle opener and snacks together.

At 19 by 30 by 25 centimetres it slips into a car boot or sits neatly beside a camp chair.

Sydioor Soft Sided Insulated Cooler Bag 14L

A soft cooler bag earns its place because it does the boring job well. You load it with ice and drinks in the morning, carry it to the sand or the campsite, and hours later everything is still cold. This Sydioor cooler holds 14 litres, which the maker rates at roughly 16 cans, and it measures 19 by 30 by 25 centimetres so it fits in a boot, a back seat footwell or the space beside a camp chair without a fight.

Sydioor Soft Sided Insulated Cooler Bag 14L

The build is where soft coolers either work or fail. This one uses a five layer construction with a food-grade PEVA liner, and the liner is sealed to be leak proof. That matters more than people expect. Ice always melts eventually, and a bag that leaks turns a nice afternoon into a wet car seat and a towel hunt. Sydioor states that with ice inside, the bag can keep contents cool for more than 20 hours, though real results shift with the outside temperature and how much ice you pack.

Sydioor Soft Sided Insulated Cooler Bag 14L

The outer shell is thermoplastic polyurethane, usually shortened to TPU. It is a smooth, waterproof material rather than a woven fabric, so sand, sunscreen, sticky drink rings and light rain all wipe off with a damp cloth. There is no fabric weave for grit to work its way into. If you have ever tried to scrub salt and fish scales out of a canvas cooler, the appeal is obvious.

Sydioor Soft Sided Insulated Cooler Bag 14L

Carrying is handled by a detachable shoulder strap plus a front zip pocket. The strap means you can keep both hands free for a chair and an esky lid, and the pocket takes the small things that always get lost at the bottom of a bag, like a bottle opener, car keys, a phone or a packet of wipes. Because the design skips extra side pockets, more of the bag is insulation and less of it is thin fabric where cold escapes.

Sydioor Soft Sided Insulated Cooler Bag 14L

It suits a wide spread of uses. Sydioor lists fishing, boating, camping, picnics and hiking, and the same bag works for a work lunch, a gym bag add-on, a weekly shop that includes frozen food, or a long drive where you want cold water instead of service station prices. It is a general purpose cooler rather than a specialist one, and for most people that is exactly right.

Not sure yet? That is fine.

Camping gear has to suit your trip and your climate, and you cannot always judge that from a photograph. If it is not right for you, send it back within 14 days of delivery in resaleable condition and we refund the price you paid, including standard delivery. That is a voluntary policy we offer on top of your legal rights.

If it turns up faulty, damaged or not as described, that is on us. The Consumer Guarantees Act 1993 and the Fair Trading Act 1986 covers you, and we pay the return postage. Read the full detail on our refunds and returns page, or ask us anything before you order.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is this product?

It is a soft sided insulated cooler bag with a 14 litre capacity, sold by Sydioor under model name IB24001. It has a waterproof TPU outer shell, a food-grade PEVA leak-proof liner, a front zip pocket and a detachable shoulder strap. It is designed to keep food and drinks cold while you are out.

How much does it hold?

The listed capacity is 14 litres, which Sydioor rates as roughly 16 cans. In practice the real number depends on how much ice you add, since ice takes up space. If you want a full 16 cans cold for hours, expect to pack them in a shorter row and top up with ice packs rather than loose cubes.

What are the exact dimensions?

The bag measures 19 cm deep by 30 cm wide by 25 cm high. That is a compact footprint that fits in a car boot, a back seat footwell or under a desk. Internal space will be slightly less because of the insulation layers.

How long will it keep things cold?

Sydioor states more than 20 hours when used with ice cubes. That figure is a best case and will change with the outside temperature, how often you open the bag and how much ice you use. On a very hot day with frequent opening, plan on considerably less.

Is it really leak proof?

The liner is a food-grade PEVA material described as leak proof, so melted ice should stay inside rather than seeping out through the base. Keeping the zip closed helps, as does not overfilling past the zip line. It is still a bag, so do not lay it on its side full of water and expect nothing to escape at the zip.

What is TPU and why does it matter?

TPU stands for thermoplastic polyurethane. It is a smooth, flexible plastic-style material rather than a woven cloth, which is why the shell is waterproof and easy to wipe. Compared with a fabric cooler, there is no weave for sand, salt or sticky spills to hide in.

Can I use it in the rain?

Yes. The outer shell is waterproof, so rain beads off rather than soaking in. That is useful for fishing, beach days and camping where the bag often sits outside. Dry it off before storing so moisture does not sit against the material.

Is it a good camping cooler?

It is well suited to camping. The listed uses include camping, hiking, fishing, boating and picnics, and the soft shell is far lighter to carry to a site than a rigid esky. For many people looking for the best insulated cooler bag for camping, the deciding factor is weight versus capacity, and 14 litres is a comfortable one-person or couple size.

Will it work as a lunch bag for work?

Yes, though 14 litres is generous for a single lunch. It suits meal prep, a lunch plus drinks, or sharing with a colleague. If you only ever carry one sandwich and a yoghurt it will be larger than you need.

Does it come with ice packs?

No. The included components are listed simply as the cooler, so you supply your own ice or reusable ice packs. Flat gel packs tend to work well because they stack neatly against the sides.

Should I use ice cubes or ice packs?

Both work. Ice cubes cool faster and fill gaps well, but they melt into water. Reusable packs keep things dry and are easier to clean up after, though they usually do not last quite as long as a bag packed solid with ice.

How do I get the longest cold time?

Pre-chill the bag and the contents before packing, fill it as full as you reasonably can, and keep it out of direct sun. Every time you open it you let warm air in, so pack drinks you will need first near the top. A full cooler holds cold longer than a half empty one.

Can I put hot food in it?

Insulation works in both directions, so it will slow heat loss for a while. It is marketed as a cooler though, not a hot food carrier, and the maker does not give a hot-hold time. For food safety, do not rely on it to keep hot food at a safe temperature for long periods.

What colour is it?

This listing is black with a solid pattern. Black hides marks well and wipes clean easily, which suits a bag that gets used at the beach and in car boots.

How heavy is the bag empty?

The empty weight is not specified in this record. As a soft sided cooler with a TPU shell and no rigid frame, it is designed to be noticeably lighter than a hard cooler of similar capacity.

Is there a shoulder strap?

Yes, it comes with a detachable adjustable shoulder strap. You can remove it if you would rather carry the bag by hand or let it sit in a boot without the strap getting tangled. The adjustable length suits different heights and layers of clothing.

What is the front pocket for?

It is a zippered pocket for the small items you want separate from the cold section, like keys, a phone, a bottle opener, cutlery or napkins. Keeping those outside the main compartment means you are not opening the insulated space to grab them.

Why does it not have lots of extra pockets?

The design deliberately keeps the body simple so more of the structure can be insulation. Extra pockets create thin spots where cold escapes faster. It is a trade of storage for performance, and for a cooler, performance usually wins.

Will it fit a bottle of wine?

A standard wine bottle is around 30 cm tall, and the bag is 25 cm high, so a bottle will not stand upright. You can lay bottles flat across the base, which also keeps the centre of gravity low when you carry it.

Can it be used for grocery runs with frozen food?

Yes, that is one of the more practical everyday uses. Load frozen items together so they help chill each other, and the leak-proof liner means any condensation stays in the bag rather than on your seats.

How do I clean it?

Wipe the shell and liner with a damp cloth and a little mild detergent, then wipe again with clean water. The smooth TPU surface releases most marks without scrubbing. Let it air dry completely with the zip open before storing.

Can I machine wash it?

No. Machine washing can damage the insulation layers and the seams that make the liner leak proof. Hand wiping is both safer and faster for this type of bag.

How should I store it between trips?

Store it empty, clean and fully dry with the zip left slightly open so air can move through. That prevents musty smells. Keep it out of direct sunlight and away from sharp tools in a shed or boot.

What if it smells after a trip?

Wipe the liner with warm water and a little bicarbonate of soda or mild detergent, rinse with a clean damp cloth, then dry it open in a shaded, airy spot. Most odours come from moisture trapped inside after storage rather than the material itself.

Can it sit in a hot car?

It can, but a hot car boot is the hardest place to keep anything cold. Cover the bag with a towel, park in shade where you can, and expect ice to melt faster than it would in the open air.

Is it suitable for fishing trips?

Yes, fishing is one of the listed uses. The waterproof shell handles splashes and wet hands, and the wipe-clean surface is far easier to deal with than fabric after a day on the water. Rinse and dry it before storing.

How does it compare with a hard esky?

A hard cooler generally holds cold longer and can be sat on, but it is heavy, bulky and awkward to store. A soft cooler like this one is lighter, easier to carry on a strap and folds into a smaller space at home. For day trips, the soft bag usually wins on convenience.

Does it make a good gift?

It does. A quality cooler bag suits campers, beach-goers, anglers, tradespeople and anyone with a long commute. The black finish is neutral enough that you do not need to guess at someone's taste.

How long will delivery take?

Delivery times depend on your address and the service selected at checkout. You will see the available options and the estimated timeframe before you confirm your order, and tracking details follow once the parcel is on its way.

What if it is not right for me?

If the bag is not the size you hoped for or does not suit how you plan to use it, contact us and we will walk you through the returns process. Keep the item unused and in its original condition where possible, as that makes the return simpler. Tell us what went wrong and we can also suggest a different capacity or style that fits better.

How To Choose A Soft Cooler Bag That Actually Keeps Things Cold

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The problem with warm drinks and soggy lunches

Everyone has done it. You pack a bag with sandwiches and a few cans, drive an hour to the lake, and by the time you sit down the drinks are lukewarm and the bread has gone limp in a puddle of melted ice. The food is still technically edible. It is just no longer the thing you were looking forward to.

A decent cooler fixes that, but the word "cooler" covers a huge range of products. At one end you have the big rigid boxes that live in a shed and need two people to lift when full. At the other you have thin fabric bags that are really just a lunch sack with foil inside. Most people want something in the middle: light enough to carry on a shoulder, big enough for a day out, and sealed well enough that melting ice stays inside.

That middle ground is where a soft sided cooler bag sits, and the Sydioor IB24001 is a straightforward example of the type. Fourteen litres, a waterproof shell, a leak-proof liner, a strap and a pocket. Nothing exotic. The value is in doing the basics properly.

How a soft cooler actually works

Insulation does not create cold. It slows the movement of heat. Warm air outside the bag is always trying to reach the cold contents inside, and the job of the insulation is to make that journey slow and difficult.

This bag uses a layered build, described by the maker as five layers, with a PEVA liner on the inside. PEVA is a food-safe plastic film commonly used for cooler liners because it does not absorb smells and can be welded into a sealed shape. That sealing is what makes the liner leak proof. Instead of stitched fabric with gaps at every seam, you get a continuous inner shell that holds water.

The outer skin is TPU, which is a flexible polyurethane material. The important difference from a woven cloth cooler is that TPU has no weave. Rain sits on top of it instead of wicking through. Sand brushes off. A smear of sunscreen or a drink spill comes away with a damp cloth. If you have ever given up on cleaning a fabric cooler and just shoved it back in the cupboard smelling faintly of prawns, this is the fix.

Sydioor rates the bag at more than 20 hours of cooling with ice. Treat that as a laboratory-style figure rather than a promise. Ambient temperature, how much ice you use and how often you unzip the bag all change the result dramatically. A packed bag left in shade will outperform a half empty one in a hot car by a wide margin.

Who this size suits

Fourteen litres, or about 16 cans, is a sensible everyday size. It is the capacity that covers a day at the beach for two, a weekend camp for one, a picnic for a small family, or a long drive where you want cold water and a few snacks.

It works well for:

  • Couples and small families on day trips
  • Anglers and boaters who need something wipeable
  • Workers who pack serious meal prep rather than a single sandwich
  • Anyone doing a grocery run with frozen items and a long drive home

It is probably too small if you regularly cater for a group, or if you want to keep drinks cold for a multi-day camp with no ice top-ups. It is more than you need if your total cargo is one yoghurt. For a lot of buyers hunting the best soft cooler bag, size is the thing they get wrong first, usually by going too small to save money and then wishing they had not.

What to look for when comparing coolers

Liner quality. This is the part that fails. A cheap cooler has a thin foil liner glued in place, and once it splits at a corner, water gets into the insulation and the bag is finished. A welded, food-grade liner is worth paying for.

Shell material. Fabric shells look nicer in photos. Wipeable shells are better in life. If your cooler goes anywhere near sand, bait, sunscreen or kids, a waterproof surface saves you hours over the years.

Capacity versus carry weight. Water is heavy. A 14 litre bag packed with ice and cans is a real load on one shoulder, which is why a proper adjustable strap matters more than people expect. Check the strap is detachable too, since a dangling strap in a car boot catches on everything.

Shape. A tall narrow bag holds cold a touch better because there is less surface area per litre, but a wider bag fits platters and takeaway containers. The 19 by 30 by 25 centimetre footprint here is a balanced compromise and fits most boot spaces.

Pockets. Counterintuitively, fewer is often better. Every external pocket is a patch of thin material where cold leaks out faster. A single front zip pocket for keys and an opener is the sweet spot.

Packing it properly

Half of cooling performance is technique. Start by chilling the contents before they go in. A cooler slows temperature change, so if you load room-temperature cans, a good chunk of your ice gets used just bringing them down.

Fill the space. Air is the enemy. If you are not packing much, add extra ice packs or even a rolled towel to take up the gap. A full bag holds cold for far longer than a half empty one.

Layer with purpose. Heavy items and anything you want coldest go at the bottom, ice spread over the top since cold air sinks, and the things you will reach for first near the lid. Fewer openings means less warm air getting in.

Keep it out of the sun. Shade under a tree, a towel thrown over the top, or a shaded corner of the boot will all buy you hours. Direct midday sun on a black bag is the fastest way to a bag of water.

Care that keeps it going for years

Cleaning takes about two minutes if you do it the same day. Wipe the inside with a damp cloth and a little mild detergent, wipe it again with clean water, then leave the bag open to air dry. The smooth liner does not hold on to grease or odours the way fabric does, so there is rarely any scrubbing involved.

Never machine wash it. The spin cycle is hard on welded seams and bonded insulation layers, and once those fail the bag will not hold water or cold properly again. The same goes for dishwashers and tumble dryers.

Store it dry and slightly open. Trapped moisture is what causes that stale smell people blame on the cooler itself. A bag that goes away clean and dry comes out next season ready to use.

Keep it away from heat and sharp edges. No sitting beside a campfire, no sharing a boot compartment with fishing hooks or tent pegs loose in the space. A small puncture in the liner is the one damage type that genuinely shortens a cooler's life.

The short version

If you want a cooler you will actually take with you, soft and light beats big and rigid most of the time. This Sydioor bag covers the practical points: 14 litres of space, a waterproof TPU shell that wipes clean, a food-grade PEVA liner built to hold melted ice inside, a detachable adjustable strap and one zip pocket for the small stuff.

Chill the contents first, pack it full, keep it shaded, and clean it the day you get home. Do those four things and a cooler like this will handle beach days, camp trips, fishing mornings and the frozen aisle run for a long time.

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Page summary

The Sydioor IB24001 is a soft sided insulated cooler bag with a 14 litre capacity, rated by the manufacturer at about 16 cans. It measures 19 x 30 x 25 cm (D x W x H) and comes in black with a solid pattern. The outer shell is thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU) and is described as waterproof, while the interior uses a food-grade PEVA insulation liner described as leak proof, in a five layer construction. Sydioor states the bag can hold cold for more than 20 hours when used with ice, depending on ambient temperature and ice quantity. Features include a detachable adjustable shoulder strap and a front zip pocket. Suggested uses are fishing, boating, camping, picnics and hiking. Product weight and country of origin are not specified in this record.