Alpicool NCF45
#15 in Mid-sizeFull review
A low-cost fridge for occasional camping, where price matters more than warranty or published data.
Amazon $289.99 Alpicool $251.99$251.99
The Alpicool NCF45 is the better 12V fridge overall, rated 3.6 to 3.5. The Alpicool NCF45 leads on value. The Alpicool NCF45 costs $498 less ($251.99 vs $749.99).
Anker SOLIX EverFrost 2 40L
#22 in Mid-sizeFull review
For campers who want a fridge that runs on its own battery out of the box. Without the battery need, a plain 12V fridge costs far less.
Amazon $749.99 Anker $829.99$749.99
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 NCF45 for value ($6.30 per liter vs $18.75 per liter).
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 NCF45 | Anker SOLIX EverFrost 2 40L |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.6/5 | 3.5/5 |
| Value 35% | 99 $6.30 per liter | 47 $18.75 per liter |
| Efficiency 20% | 50 no daily energy figure published (neutral score used) | 100 about 107 Wh a day (2.7 Wh per liter), EU energy label, 39 kWh a year |
| Warranty 20% | 15 1-year unit, 2-year compressor | 50 warranty not published (neutral score used) |
| 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) | 33 1.27 lb per liter |
Specifications
| Alpicool NCF45 | Anker SOLIX EverFrost 2 40L | |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | ||
| Capacity | 40 L (42 qt) | 40 L (42 qt) |
| Zones | Single zone | Single zone |
| Temperature range | −4 to 68 °F | −4 to 68 °F |
| Price per liter | $6.30 | $18.75 |
| Power | ||
| Energy use | - | 107 Wh a day (EU energy label, 39 kWh a year) |
| Energy per liter | - | 2.7 Wh |
| EU energy label | - | 39 kWh a year |
| Battery | None | Removable, 288 Wh |
| AC adapter included | Yes | Yes |
| Build | ||
| Weight (empty) | - | 50.7 lb |
| App control | - | Yes |
| Warranty | 1 yr, 2 yr compressor | - |