Wheeled Insulated Cooler Market Snapshot 2023 to 2033
The global wheeled insulated cooler market is anticipated to accumulate a market value of US$ 2.1 billion in 2023 and is expected to garner a valuation of US$ 4.8 billion by exhibiting a CAGR of 8.62% in the forecast period 2023 to 2033. The market for wheeled insulated cooler market reflected growth with 6.9 % CAGR in the historical period 2018 to 2022.
The surging demand for packaged food and beverages, along with the rapid expansion of the hospitality sector is driving the market growth. The ongoing expansion of consumer goods retail chains across the globe is further leading to market expansion.
The growing popularity of outdoor recreational activities like off-roading and hiking among travellers is propelling the market growth. Moreover, improved manufacturing technologies for lightweight wheeled coolers that can keep ice for an extended period will contribute to market expansion over the forthcoming period.
However, the pandemic has impacted the growth of the market. In the wake of the pandemic, customers are now willing to spend more time in nature through activities such as hiking, fishing, camping, boating, and cycling, which is fuelling the market demand for insulated wheeled coolers.
Along with this, the adoption of wheeled camping chillers rapidly increases due to its lightweight structure and low price compared to rigid iceboxes. With the increasing availability of soft coolers in several variants, including shoulder bags, lunch boxes, and backpacks, the product demand is anticipated to witness an upsurge in the forecast period.
One of the biggest benefits of wheeled cooler is that they are extremely reliable for the food storage when you are spending days in nature. Due to the durability and waterproof properties, there is no need to worry about freshness of food and beverages.
These coolers can withstand very low and extremely high temperatures and all sorts of harsh weather conditions. These features offered by wheeled camping coolers will boost its sales in the coming years.
The high demand for camping cooler to preserve and store water, beverages, beer, and other food item for a longer period of time during and outgoing programs and travelling is driving its sales.
Some of the wheeled coolers come with two different compartments which keeps the food cold and the other one that keeps it warm.
The rising advancements in technology for manufacturing equipment used in outdoor camping activities will also positively influence the growth of wheeled insulated chillers market.
Also, rising consumption of the product from healthcare industry is also expected to create lucrative opportunities for the global camping wheeled cooler market growth in the projected period.
Region-wise, North America held the largest revenue share in 2022 owing to the rising propensity of people toward outdoor recreational activities, short trips, and picnics. The region will retain its dominance by garnering 38.5% market share by end of 2033. For example, according to the North America Camping Report by KOA, in 2021, around 57 million households reported going on at least one camping trip, depicting a rise of 18% compared to 2020.
On the other hand, Asia Pacific is expected to register the highest CAGR of 8.8% during the forecast period. The growth in the region is attributed to an upsurge in the number of outdoor activities such as camping among consumers.
Data Points
Key Statistics
Expected Market Value in 2023
US$ 2.1 billion
Projected Market Value in 2033
US$ 4.8 billion
Growth Rate (2023 to 2033)
8.62% CAGR
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How Competitive is the Market?
Recent developments and breakthroughs in technology, mergers, acquisitions, tie-ups, and partnerships within the companies involved in manufacturing wheeled insulated coolers are expected to create lucrative opportunities for market growth during the forecast period.
In July 2019, Huntington Solutions purchased Texas Foam, a manufacturer of customized extended-duration shippers (XDS™) and temperature-sensitive protective foam packaging solutions. This acquisition enabled the company to increase and broaden its production capacity and fortify its cold chain offerings.
In 2019, Yeti announced the launch of Yeti V, a stainless-steel cooler that uses a combination of a vacuum and polyurethane foam in order to be able to store ice 50% longer than a regular Yeti cooler.
These days, everyone is looking for a dependable, portable cooler that is easy to bring to everything from following events to backyard parties, they've got more options than ever. Before the rise of insulated convenient coolers, everyone had traditional coolers which were heavy and difficult to carry around. It’s been very tranquil since the advent of wheeled insulated coolers.
Wheeled insulated coolers are coolers which protect the items inside it from the external temperature conditions by cooling them and also making it easy to carry them around. The insulated coolers are thermally insulated to preserve and prevent the internal product. The thermal conductivity materials are used for the manufacturing of wheeled insulated coolers. It protects the products stored inside them from external heat, moisture and light.
Wheeled Insulated Cooler Market - Dynamics
The continuous fitness awareness and benefits from physical and adventurous sports like hiking, camping and mountaineering have significantly increased the market for wheeled insulated coolers, also gatherings and get-togethers have benefitted the business of wheeled insulated coolers.
They’re handy, portable and also keep products fresh and protected from the outer temperature wand environment. They come adjusted as per the needs of customers in different sizes and colours.
The market for wheeled insulated coolers is usually customer driven rather than manufacturer driven. The new inclination in the wheeled insulated coolers is sustainability which is affecting the materials used in them. Due to their durability and effective cooling, wheeled insulated hard coolers continue to sell higher in the insulated coolers market than soft coolers.
Wheeled insulated cooler manufacturers are planning their business according to consumer demands and responses, the regional shift in the eating habits and penetration of modern food products such as fast food and beverages. These factors impact the market of wheeled insulted coolers within various regions as well as globally.
In the midst of developing market structure, driving forces in the wheeled insulated coolers are usage of ecological materials. Due to increasing intolerance of plastic usage and low-cost offerings, biodegradable wheeled insulated coolers are gaining huge traction in the global marketplace.
Launch of such products is expected to realign the key strategy of players to sustain in the global wheeled insulated cooler market. Igloo, for example, has presented eco-friendly protected coolers made from a blend of paraffin wax and reused tree mash. Such cost-effective arrangements will disrupt the market space in the next years.
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Wheeled Insulated Cooler Market - Regional Outlook
The overall growth of global wheeled insulated cooler market will remain healthy throughout the next decade, on the back of increasing spending on camping gears and rising outdoor recreational activities. The prospects for growth in the wheeled insulated cooler market are driven by the growing demand from the pharmaceutical and the rapidly growing e-commerce industries.
The American region is expected to show a slow but a steady growth due to high penetration in the region already. Asia Pacific holds a vast market for wheeled insulated cooler due to presence of big players like India and China; it is expected to flourish significantly. Middle East and African market is expected to show a decent growth for wheeled insulated cooler.
Wheeled Insulated Cooler Market - Key Players
The key players in the wheeled insulated cooler
Yeti Coolers LLC
Pelican Products Inc.
Igloo Products Corp.
Thermos LLC
AO Coolers
K2 Coolers
Bison Coolers
Outdoor Recreation Company of America (ORCA) Coolers
The Coleman Company Inc.
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