A low-cost fridge for occasional camping, where price matters more than warranty or published data.
Amazon $279.99 Alpicool $224.99The Alpicool GE40 and the Alpicool NCF45 are evenly matched, rated 3.6 and 3.6. The Alpicool GE40 costs $27 less ($224.99 vs $251.99).
A low-cost fridge for occasional camping, where price matters more than warranty or published data.
Amazon $289.99 Alpicool $251.99Prices were last checked October 21, 2026 and are subject to change; the price and availability shown by the retailer at the time of purchase apply.
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every mid-size 12V fridge; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Alpicool GE40 | Alpicool NCF45 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.6/5 | 3.6/5 |
| Value 35% | 100 $6.06 per liter | 99 $6.30 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 | 15 1-year unit, 2-year compressor |
| Build 15% | 50 compressor maker not stated (neutral score used) | 50 compressor maker not stated (neutral score used) |
| Portability 10% | 50 weight not published (neutral score used) | 50 weight not published (neutral score used) |
Specifications
| Alpicool GE40 | Alpicool NCF45 | |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | ||
| Capacity | 37.1 L (39 qt) | 40 L (42 qt) |
| Zones | Single zone | Single zone |
| Temperature range | −4 to 68 °F | −4 to 68 °F |
| Price per liter | $6.06 | $6.30 |
| Power | ||
| Battery | None | None |
| AC adapter included | Yes | Yes |
| Build | ||
| App control | Yes | - |
| Warranty | 1 yr, 2 yr compressor | 1 yr, 2 yr compressor |
