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Instacart Shopper Kit

Separate batches, save your back

Multi-batch shopping means crates, a cold bag, a wagon for big hauls, and a pocket power bank for the long in-store shops.

What's Inside

4 items

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What's in the kit

CleverMade Collapsible Crate 62L

Top Pick

Folds flat, stacks, and handles heavy loads. Keeps batches separated so groceries stop sliding into soup.

Best for: Spark/Instacart batch separation — the default grocery divider
Skip if: You want a soft-sided organizer that molds to odd loads
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K KNODEL Trunk Organizer with Cooler Bag

Three compartments plus a removable insulated cooler bag that detaches to carry inside.

Best for: Drivers who need a cold section for frozen and chilled items
Skip if: You already carry a separate insulated bag
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Collapsible Folding Utility Wagon

Folds flat, big capacity. Spark and Instacart drivers swear by wagons for huge orders and apartment buildings.

Best for: Apartment deliveries and cases of water — fewer trips
Skip if: You have a small trunk and mostly single-bag orders
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Anker PowerCore 10,000mAh Power Bank

Compact 10,000mAh — 2+ full phone charges. Throw it in a delivery bag for the walkups that drain your battery.

Best for: Backup charge for long shifts, walkups, and dead zones
Skip if: You always work right next to your car charger
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Built for big batched grocery orders

Spark and grocery runs live or die on order separation. Crates, a cold section, a strong charger, and a wagon for the heavy apartment drops.

What's Inside:

  • CleverMade Collapsible Crate 62LFolds flat, stacks, and handles heavy loads. Keeps batches separated so groceries stop sliding into soup.View on Amazon
  • K KNODEL Trunk Organizer with Cooler BagThree compartments plus a removable insulated cooler bag that detaches to carry inside.View on Amazon
  • Anker 535 Car Charger 67WTwo USB-C plus USB-A, 67W total. Real PD/PPS specs. The strong default that outpaces GPS, screen, and app drain.View on Amazon
  • Collapsible Folding Utility WagonFolds flat, big capacity. Spark and Instacart drivers swear by wagons for huge orders and apartment buildings.View on Amazon
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Fast food delivery, dialed in

The classic food-delivery loadout: a one-touch mount, a 67W charger, a big insulated bag, and a spill-proof drink carrier.

What's Inside:

  • iOttie Easy One Touch Phone MountOne-touch arm grips any phone instantly on vent, dash, or windshield. The strong default pick for delivery.View on Amazon
  • Anker 535 Car Charger 67WTwo USB-C plus USB-A, 67W total. Real PD/PPS specs. The strong default that outpaces GPS, screen, and app drain.View on Amazon
  • Bodaon XXXL Insulated Food Delivery BagBig enough for a full grocery order or 3+ restaurant bags. Keeps hot food hot and cold food cold; folds flat.View on Amazon
  • Foyego 6-Cup Insulated Drink CarrierHolds 6 cups with adjustable felt dividers. Foldable clamshell with a rear phone/card pocket.View on Amazon
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