The RTIC Ultralight 52 cooler has been reviewed and compared to other coolers, including Yeti, in various tests. Some outlets have ranked it as a top value pick and praised its performance in ice retention, while others have tested it against competitors in extreme heat conditions. The results of these comparisons are mixed, with some tests declaring a winner in a 72-hour ice retention showdown, though it is unclear which cooler emerged victorious in all cases.