BougeRV CRX3 30QT
#1 in SmallFull review
A cheap, compact fridge for car camping, with an optional battery for time away from the car.
Amazon $239.99 BougeRV $249.99$239.99
The BougeRV CRX3 30QT rates 3.8 among small 12V fridges; the Alpicool NCF35 rates 3.6 among mid-size ones. The Alpicool NCF35 costs $65 less ($174.99 vs $239.99).
Alpicool NCF35
#10 in Mid-sizeFull review
A low-cost fridge for occasional camping, where price matters more than warranty or published data.
Amazon $259.99 Alpicool $174.99$174.99
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.
Scores side by side
These two sit in different size classes (small and mid-size), and each is scored against the reference points for its own class, so a rating says how well each does among its own size peers. How we rank explains each factor.
| Factor weight | BougeRV CRX3 30QT | Alpicool NCF35 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.8/5 | 3.6/5 |
| Value 35% | 98 $8.57 per liter | 100 $5.72 per liter |
| Efficiency 20% | 50 no daily energy figure published (neutral score used) | 50 no daily energy figure published (neutral score used) |
| Warranty 20% | 25 2-year unit | 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% | 75 0.85 lb per liter | 50 weight not published (neutral score used) |
Specifications
| BougeRV CRX3 30QT | Alpicool NCF35 | |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | ||
| Capacity | 28 L (30 qt) | 30.6 L (32 qt) |
| Zones | Single zone | Single zone |
| Temperature range | −4 to 68 °F | −4 to 68 °F |
| Price per liter | $8.57 | $5.72 |
| Power | ||
| Rated input | 60 W | - |
| Battery | Optional (sold separately), 240 Wh | None |
| AC adapter included | Yes | Yes |
| Build | ||
| Weight (empty) | 23.8 lb | - |
| Noise (maker) | 45 dB | - |
| App control | Yes | Yes |
| Warranty | 2 yr | 1 yr, 2 yr compressor |