SPARTER Insulated Backpack Cooler
- Capacity: 22.2 quarts
- Insulation Material Type: Polyethylene
- Item Weight: 1.1 pounds
- Material Type: Polyester, PEVA, Polyethylene Foam
Last refreshed Sep 7, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A practical soft cooler backpack for day trips that keeps drinks cold for hours and carries like a bag, provided it stays upright.
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ASIN: B08VDBW5PWModel: SP-9856-02Category: Camping Coolers
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Overview
The Sparter backpack cooler is a soft-sided insulated pack sized for 33 standard cans, with two separate insulated compartments and a padded strap system for carrying it like a daypack rather than hauling a hard cooler.
Insulation comes from 8 mm foam paired with a silver PEVA seal, and Sparter rates the retention at up to 20 hours. The liner uses a seamless hot-pressed seam to resist leaks, though the brand is explicit that the zipper itself is not sealed, so the bag needs to stay upright rather than get set on its side.
- Holds up to 33 standard cans
- 8 mm foam insulation rated 20 hours
- Seamless hot-pressed leak-proof liner
- Front and side pockets plus bottle opener
Who it's for
Good fit for a beach day, a hike, or a tailgate where a backpack carry beats dragging a wheeled cooler. Less suited to anyone who needs to lay the bag flat or toss it in a trunk on its side, since the zipper is the weak point for leaks.
Pros and cons
- Two separate insulated compartments
- Padded straps for backpack-style carry
- Built-in bottle opener
- Water-resistant nylon shell
- Zipper is not leak-proof
- Must stay upright to avoid spills
Performance notes
The dual-compartment layout keeps drinks in one insulated section and dry food in another, with a front pocket and two side pockets for smaller items and a bottle opener built in. Nylon fabric with a PU coating handles splashes and light rain, and the padded straps and back panel are meant to make the 33-can load easier to carry than an equivalent hard cooler.
Specifications
| Brand | Sparter |
|---|---|
| Model | SP-9856-02 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 1.1 pounds |
| Chamber Depth | 14 inches |
| Chamber Height | 17 inches |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 10.5 × 7.5 × 17 inches |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Capacity | 22.2 quarts |
| Construction & materials | |
| Insulation Material Type | Polyethylene |
| Material Type | Polyester, PEVA, Polyethylene Foam |
| Color | Black |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 33 |
| Included Components | 1 Beer Opener |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | Lifetime |
| Warranty Type | Lifetime |
| Other details | |
| Container Type | Bag |
| Water resistance level | Water Resistant |
| Number of Items | 33 |
| Pattern | Letter Print |
| Additional Features | Double Deck, Eco-Friendly, Foldable, Insulated, Leak Proof |
Frequently asked questions
How many cans does the Sparter backpack cooler hold?
Sparter lists capacity at 33 standard 330 ml cans in the main compartment.
Is the Sparter cooler backpack fully waterproof?
The liner seams are sealed, but the brand states the zipper itself is not leak-proof, so the bag should be kept upright.
How long does the Sparter cooler backpack keep drinks cold?
Sparter rates the 8 mm foam insulation and PEVA seal for up to 20 hours of retention.