Alpicool GE40
#14 in Mid-sizeFull review
A low-cost fridge for occasional camping, where price matters more than warranty or published data.
Amazon $279.99 Alpicool $224.99$224.99
The Alpicool GE40 is the better 12V fridge overall, rated 3.6 to 3.2. The Alpicool GE40 leads on value. The Dometic CFX2 37 wins on warranty. The Alpicool GE40 costs $545 less ($224.99 vs $769.99).
Dometic CFX2 37
#31 in Mid-sizeFull review
The cheapest way into a Dometic, for a buyer who values the brand’s warranty and dealer network over price per liter.
Amazon $769.99 Dometic $769.99$769.99
Prices 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.
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Alpicool GE40 for value ($6.06 per liter vs $20.81 per liter).
- Choose the Dometic CFX2 37 for warranty (3-year unit vs 1-year unit, 2-year compressor).
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 | Dometic CFX2 37 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.6/5 | 3.2/5 |
| Value 35% | 100 $6.06 per liter | 38 $20.81 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 | 50 3-year unit |
| 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) | 67 0.93 lb per liter |
Specifications
| Alpicool GE40 | Dometic CFX2 37 | |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | ||
| Capacity | 37.1 L (39 qt) | 37 L (39 qt) |
| Zones | Single zone | Single zone |
| Temperature range | −4 to 68 °F | −8 to 68 °F |
| Price per liter | $6.06 | $20.81 |
| Power | ||
| Battery | None | None |
| AC adapter included | Yes | Yes |
| Build | ||
| Weight (empty) | - | 34.4 lb |
| App control | Yes | Yes |
| Warranty | 1 yr, 2 yr compressor | 3 yr |