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Our Best-Tested Ice and Electric Coolers to Help You Survive a Scorching Summer

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Our Best-Tested Ice and Electric Coolers to Help You Survive a Scorching Summer

When summer temperatures spike, a mediocre cooler won't cut it. We tracked the temperature retention of 12 new models to find the top six ice chests and electric coolers to help keep your beverages cold and your ice from melting.

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ABC7 New York

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· Jul 1, 2026

Stay cool anywhere: Top portable accessories in 2026 for beating the summer heat

Hot weather heroes: 15 best portable cooling accessories in 2026 for on-the-go relief.

The Independent

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· Jun 30, 2026

Life-threatening temperatures are gripping US cities — here are some hacks to stay cool without AC 

Sweltering conditions are expected to last through the weekend

One Green Planet

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· Jun 25, 2026

The Thermostat That Pays for Itself: Best Smart Thermostats for 2026

The best smart thermostats of 2026, ranked for real energy savings and HVAC compatibility — ecobee, Nest, Amazon, Honeywell, and Sensi, with honest flaws and current prices.

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· Jun 28, 2026

Furkids: Cool, Cool Water

Because all the way around the Northern Hemisphere, all creatures and hoomins are suffering record-breaking high temperatures, the Furkids decided that this week’s column needed to be cool – and not just awesome but also cool temperature-wise. So wrap a wet towel around the pedestal fan (then stuff another one in the fridge for later

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· Jun 21, 2026

9 Things to Do Before a Summer Blackout Hits Your Home

From cooling supplies to backup power, these nine steps can help you stay safe and comfortable when the grid goes down this summer.

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· Jul 8, 2026

The 5 best coolers for camping and long drives: Consumer Reports

The best coolers keep drinks cold for days, not just hours. Consumer Reports tested a number of models and found the best for the heat

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Related coverage for "Our Best-Tested Ice and Electric Coolers to Help You Survive a Scorching Summer": ABC7 New York — Stay cool anywhere: Top portable accessories in 2026 for beating the summer heat . The Independent — Life-threatening temperatures are gripping US cities — here are some hacks to stay cool without AC . One Green Planet — The Thermostat That Pays for Itself: Best Smart Thermostats for 2026. Politizoom — Furkids: Cool, Cool Water. CNET — 9 Things to Do Before a Summer Blackout Hits Your Home. Quartz — The 5 best coolers for camping and long drives: Consumer Reports