When it comes to keeping food and drinks cold on a camping trip, Igloo is one of the most trusted names in the business. At Newquay Camping Shop in Cornwall, we stock the full Igloo range — from compact passive cool boxes to powerful compressor fridges. Whether you're heading to Fistral Beach for the day, touring the Cornish coast in your motorhome, or setting up for a week on a campsite, there's an Igloo cool box for you. Here's everything you need to know.
The Three Types of Igloo Cool Box
Before diving into specific products, it helps to understand the three main types:
- Passive cool boxes — insulated boxes that keep contents cold using ice or ice packs. No power required. Best for day trips, beach days, and short camping trips.
- Thermoelectric cool boxes — plug into mains or 12V to cool contents to around 18–20°C below ambient temperature. Lightweight and affordable, but less powerful than compressor models.
- Compressor cool boxes — the most powerful option, capable of reaching -17°C. Can be used as a fridge or freezer. Run on mains or 12/24V DC. Ideal for longer trips and caravanning.
Passive Cool Boxes — Igloo's Classic Range
Igloo Laguna 28QT Cool Box — £54.99
A compact 26-litre passive cool box with Igloo's Cool Riser Technology — an elevated base design that reduces heat transfer from the ground and improves ice retention up to 72 hours. Ergonomic swing-up handle, built-in bottle opener, and cup holders in the lid. Dimensions: 42.9 x 39.1 x 49.5 cm. Weight: 3.13 kg. Great for couples or a family day out at the beach.
Igloo Laguna 60QT Roller Cool Box — £94.90
The same great Laguna insulation in a wheeled format — 56 litres, locking telescoping handle, and built-in cup holders. Holds up to 90 cans. Ideal for beach days at Fistral or longer campsite stays where you don't want to carry a heavy cool box. Dimensions: 52 x 47 x 53 cm.
Igloo Profile II 30QT Cool Box — £59.99
A 28-litre passive cool box with THERMECOOL eco-friendly foam insulation, Cool Riser Technology, and a slotted lid for easy stacking. Fits 2L bottles upright and has integrated pouring channels for easy draining. A solid all-rounder for camping and caravanning in Cornwall.
Igloo MaxCold 54QT Cool Box — £104.00
A 47-litre workhorse with THERMECOOL insulation, stain and odour-resistant liner, reinforced swing-up handles, and a threaded drain plug. Keeps ice for up to 5 days. Stainless steel hybrid latch. 4 moulded cup holders. Weight: 6 kg. A brilliant family camping cool box for longer stays.
Igloo MaxCold 100QT Cool Box — £167.99
The big one — 95 litres, holds 145 x 330ml cans, and keeps ice for up to 5 days. Cool Riser Technology, eco-friendly foam insulation, fish keeper scale on the lid, and improved hybrid stainless steel latches. Exterior: 89 x 44 x 48.5 cm. Weight: 8 kg. Perfect for large groups, extended camping trips, or stocking up for a week in Cornwall.
Igloo Marine Ultra Latitude 100QT — £198.00
The premium passive cool box — 94 litres of UV-resistant, marine-grade construction with Cool Riser Technology, reinforced swing-up handles, and a precision-engineered drain system. Built for demanding outdoor environments and extended expeditions. The best passive cool box in our range.
Electric Cool Boxes — Plug In and Keep Cool
Igloo IE 24L Thermoelectric Cool Box — £99.99
A 24-litre thermoelectric cool box that runs on mains (230V) or 12V DC — perfect for the car journey down to Cornwall and the campsite. Cools to 20°C below ambient temperature. Holds 30 x 330ml cans or 1.5L bottles. Lightweight at 3.8 kg. A great entry-level electric cool box for caravanners and motorhome owners.
Compressor Cool Boxes — Fridge & Freezer Performance
For serious campers, caravanners, and motorhome owners touring Cornwall and beyond, Igloo's ICF compressor range delivers genuine fridge and freezer performance anywhere you go.
Igloo ICF 32 Compressor Cool Box — £349.00
32 litres, -17°C to +20°C temperature range, mains or 12/24V DC, dimmable digital display, interior LED lighting, removable divider, and built-in 3-stage battery protection. Holds 48 cans. Weight: 12.47 kg. The compact compressor option — ideal for couples.
Igloo ICF 40 Compressor Cool Box — £399.00
39 litres, -17.8°C to +20°C, mains or 12/24V DC, digital display, LED lighting, removable divider, and battery protection. Holds 61 cans. Weight: 12.9 kg. The most popular compressor size for couples and small families on touring holidays.
Igloo ICF 60 Compressor Cool Box — £499.00
58 litres, -17°C to +20°C, mains or 12/24V DC, LED lighting, removable divider, one-touch lid latch, and battery protection. Holds 89 cans. Weight: 19.5 kg. Ideal for families on longer touring holidays around Cornwall and the South West.
Igloo ICF80DZ Dual Zone Compressor Cool Box — £719.00
The flagship — dual independent temperature zones so you can run a fridge and freezer simultaneously. Mains or 12/24V DC, LED display, and robust construction. Dimensions: 87.4 x 49.5 x 44.7 cm. Weight: 20.95 kg. The ultimate cool box for serious caravanners and motorhome owners who want full fridge-freezer capability on the road.
Don't Forget Ice Packs
Igloo Performance XL Ice Pack 3kg — £24.99
Igloo's Ultratherm gel ice packs last up to 20% longer than standard water ice blocks and are non-toxic and reusable. The 3kg XL block is ideal for larger cool boxes. Simply freeze and place inside your cool box to extend cooling performance.
Which Igloo Cool Box is Right for You?
| Use Case | Recommended Model | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Day trips & beach days | Igloo Laguna 28QT | £54.99 |
| Family camping, no power | Igloo MaxCold 54QT | £104.00 |
| Large groups / week away | Igloo MaxCold 100QT | £167.99 |
| Car & campsite electric | Igloo IE 24L Thermoelectric | £99.99 |
| Compact compressor fridge | Igloo ICF 32 | £349.00 |
| Family compressor fridge | Igloo ICF 40 | £399.00 |
| Large compressor fridge | Igloo ICF 60 | £499.00 |
| Fridge + freezer combined | Igloo ICF80DZ Dual Zone | £719.00 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I buy Igloo cool boxes in Cornwall?
You can shop the full Igloo cool box range in store at Newquay Camping Shop or order online with delivery across the UK. We're conveniently located in Newquay, Cornwall — pop in and our team will help you find the right cool box for your trip.
How long do Igloo cool boxes keep ice?
Igloo passive cool boxes with THERMECOOL insulation and Cool Riser Technology can keep ice for up to 5 days under test conditions. Real-world performance depends on ambient temperature, how often you open the lid, and whether you pre-chill the box before use.
Do Igloo compressor cool boxes work off a car battery?
Yes — all Igloo ICF compressor cool boxes run on 12/24V DC as well as mains power. They include a built-in 3-stage battery protection system that automatically shuts off the unit when low voltage is detected, protecting your vehicle battery.
What's the difference between a thermoelectric and compressor cool box?
A thermoelectric cool box cools to around 18–20°C below ambient temperature — good for keeping drinks cool but not capable of reaching fridge or freezer temperatures. A compressor cool box can reach -17°C and maintains a set temperature regardless of ambient conditions, making it far more effective for longer trips and storing perishables.
Browse the full Igloo range in store at Newquay Camping Shop or order online with UK delivery. Not sure which is right for you? Pop in and our team will help you find the perfect cool box for your next Cornish adventure.
