The QOOL Box was developed as a premium cooler that performs even under demanding conditions. But how much can it really withstand? To answer this, we conducted two extreme tests and specifically checked what the materials and construction can achieve in an emergency.
Extreme Test 1: Tow Test Behind a Car
We state that the QOOL Box can withstand a static load of up to 150 kg. To test its structural stability under dynamic load, we towed it behind a moving car. This type of load is significantly more demanding than pure compressive load, because friction, impacts, and changing force directions act on the housing simultaneously.
The QOOL Box housing is made of high-strength plastic, designed for precisely this type of stress. The connections between the lid and the body are constructed to maintain their shape even under uneven force. In the test, the box's structure and seals remained fully intact.
Extreme Test 2: Drop Test from 6 Meters Height
The second test aimed to check the box's shock-absorbing properties. A fall from 6 meters height corresponds to an impact force rarely encountered in real-world outdoor use. We chose it to demonstrate the integrated Shock Absorber Technology under extreme conditions.
The Shock Absorber Technology is integrated into the QOOL Box housing and dampens impact forces before they are transferred to the interior or the vacuum insulation. This is particularly relevant for use in a van or on a boat, where the box might slide or bump against other equipment on bumpy routes.
What Robustness Means for Cooling Performance
An important question in such tests is whether the box's structure remains sealed after a strong load. For the QOOL Box, this is particularly relevant because the vacuum insulation relies on a perfect seal. If this is compromised by deformation or cracks, the box loses its cooling performance. In both tests, the insulation remained intact, and the box maintained its temperature just as reliably afterwards as before.
The QOOL Box cools for up to 10 days without an external power connection. This performance is only useful if the box can also withstand the conditions under which it is actually used. These tests were conducted precisely for this purpose.
Technical Background
The robustness of the QOOL Box is based on three factors: the high-strength plastic housing, the integrated Shock Absorber Technology, and the construction of the connection elements. All parts are manufactured in Germany and undergo quality control according to ISO 14001 standard. The QOOL Box comes with a 10-year satisfaction guarantee, which also includes mechanical resilience.
For use in camping, van life, or on the water, this means: The box is not only designed for optimal conditions, but for everyday outdoor use.
How does the QOOL cool box work?
Our cooling technology cannot be compared to other cool boxes. If you combine the QOOL Box with the QOOL Temperature Elements, the temperature inside can be kept constant for many days - without a power supply, in any climate zone, all over the world.
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Insulation, 10x stronger.
Vacuum insulation panels for outstanding thermal insulation performance in all walls, the lid, and the base. The QOOL Box thus insulates up to 10 times more effectively than conventional cool boxes.
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Maintain constant temperature
The QOOL Temperature Elements contain so-called phase change material, which releases energy evenly. For constant temperatures. Without re-cooling.
3
Freshness for your adventure
In combination, the Box and Temperature Elements keep your food and drinks cold for up to 10 days. No matter where you are.
What Our Customers Say
Qool Box even makes the sun sweat
The Qool Box is truly fantastic and keeps drinks, food, and snacks cool for days without constantly being plugged in. Perfect for your entire vacation, camping, or relaxing in the garden. It's sturdy, easy to handle, and very reliable. A well-designed ice cube tray that prevents the cubes from rolling around and a pair of QOOL tongs, which are a real eye-catcher when serving, would be a great addition. I highly recommend it!
Works great in everyday life, even in extreme temperatures
Even though the box was originally purchased for longer outdoor retreats, it's still used time and again in everyday life and delights family and friends. Whether you need additional refrigerated storage space for a large family gathering or just need to quickly grab some ice cream or cake when the outside temperature is 36 degrees Celsius, the box is always there and brings a lot of joy!
Ideal refrigerator without electricity
It's worked perfectly; everything stayed at the desired temperature for over four days. Most importantly, it no longer puts a strain on the car battery. Once, after a long trip on a Baltic Sea ferry, our previous combustion engine car wouldn't start because of the compressor refrigerator, and we needed a jump start. The Qool is truly ideal for an electric car.
I highly recommend purchasing the Ruuvi temperature gauge as well.
A tremendous development both in terms of energy and ecology. Not cheap, but worth every cent.
Absolutely great product that meets all expectations.
Last week, at temperatures over 38 degrees Celsius, the box kept its contents cool for seven days. It's also worth mentioning that the box was in our motorhome, which, in the heat, had an internal temperature of over 42 degrees Celsius at times. Great product.
Perfect box for the hot temperatures
After desperately needing cool drinks and ice in a cooler that would last for hours and days during a cycling race during the hot summer days, the QOOL box with the red batteries was the perfect purchase!
Fast processing and fast delivery! Simply great!