Alpicool C20
#3 in SmallFull review
A low-cost fridge for occasional camping, where price matters more than warranty or published data.
Amazon $169.99 eBay$169.99
The Alpicool C20 is the better 12V fridge overall, rated 3.6 to 3.5. The Alpicool C20 leads on warranty. The Costway AX10013 23QT costs $24 less ($145.99 vs $169.99).
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Costway AX10013 23QT
#5 in SmallFull review
A low-cost fridge for occasional use, with a 1-year warranty.
Amazon $145.99 eBay$145.99
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Alpicool C20 for warranty (1-year unit, 2-year compressor vs 1-year unit).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every small 12V fridge; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Alpicool C20 | Costway AX10013 23QT |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.6/5 | 3.5/5 |
| Value 35% | 98 $8.59 per liter | 100 $6.70 per liter |
| Efficiency 20% | 50 no daily energy figure published (neutral score used) | 50 no daily energy figure published (neutral score used) |
| Warranty 20% | 15 1-year unit, 2-year compressor | 0 1-year unit |
| Build 15% | 50 compressor maker not stated (neutral score used) | 50 compressor maker not stated (neutral score used) |
| Portability 10% | 58 1.02 lb per liter | 54 1.06 lb per liter |
Specifications
| Alpicool C20 | Costway AX10013 23QT | |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | ||
| Capacity | 19.8 L (21 qt) | 21.8 L (23 qt) |
| Zones | Single zone | Single zone |
| Temperature range | −4 to 68 °F | −4 to 68 °F |
| Price per liter | $8.59 | $6.70 |
| Power | ||
| Rated input | 60 W | 60 W |
| Running draw, eco mode | - | 42 W |
| Battery | None | None |
| AC adapter included | Yes | Yes |
| Build | ||
| Weight (empty) | 20.1 lb | 23 lb |
| Noise (maker) | 45 dB | 45 dB |
| App control | Yes | - |
| Warranty | 1 yr, 2 yr compressor | 1 yr |
| Released | 2019-11 | 2025-10 |