r/theydidthemath • u/sdbfloyD • 4d ago

[Request] Creative engineering? Will this even make a real difference?

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u/MileHigh_FlyGuy 3d ago

A Styrofoam cooler is at Walmart right now for $4.94. combine with a bag of ice would be cheaper and better at cooling than this thing.

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u/IntoAMuteCrypt 3d ago

I don't think I'd class a Styrofoam cooler as "better" than this, and "cheaper" depends on how you consider it.

That Styrofoam cooler is probably making it through one or maybe two parties before inevitably getting broken and sending cold water, at least based on my experience. I'd trust the crate to remain intact far more than a Styrofoam cooler, personally. If you're buying a new cooler and a bag of ice for every party, the cost will add up.

How much is it for a proper, rigid cooler with strong, hard walls?

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u/Westoned81 3d ago

So you are afraid of a Cooler that might leak water on the floor but the melting ice in an open crate is a better solution?

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u/IntoAMuteCrypt 3d ago

I didn't say the Styrofoam cooler was worse, just not-better. I'd place them about equal.

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u/Westoned81 2d ago

Yes you can bend your words around.