Thermoelectric coolers are an option for tailgating parties. The convenience is the option of plugging the cooler into a vehicle's interior socket for power. As long as the vehicle's battery is charged, the cooler can be charged. Most thermoelectric coolers come with a power supply and cord, but these might need to be purchased separately.
Thermoelectric coolers are useful for travel, especially when driving for a long time. Because they can be plugged into a vehicle's interior socket, there always is energy to power them. Most of these coolers also are not affected by motion, making them more convenient for automobile travel. While walking or hiking, the cooler also can be carried while its power lasts for hours unplugged.
Because most dorm rooms aren't equipped with refrigerators, college students might benefit from using thermoelectric coolers. The coolers don't take up much space, and the low amount of power required to use them is another plus.
There are thermoelectric coolers specifically designed to store wine. Wine storage thermoelectric coolers have digital temperature displays. They usually have glass doors to display the wines while providing protection from ultraviolet light. Many run quietly and there are models that have an interior light to make it easier to select a wine.