BougeRV CRS 42QT
#5 in Mid-sizeFull review
Plenty of fridge for little money, for weekend camping where a 2-year warranty is enough.
Amazon $244.99 BougeRV $239.99$239.99
The BougeRV CRS 42QT is the better 12V fridge overall, rated 3.8 to 3.6. The BougeRV CRS 42QT leads on warranty. The BougeRV CRS 42QT costs $12 less ($239.99 vs $251.99).
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
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 BougeRV CRS 42QT for warranty (2-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 | BougeRV CRS 42QT | Alpicool NCF45 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.8/5 | 3.6/5 |
| Value 35% | 100 $6.00 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% | 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% | 70 0.90 lb per liter | 50 weight not published (neutral score used) |
Specifications
| BougeRV CRS 42QT | Alpicool NCF45 | |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | ||
| Capacity | 40 L (42.1 qt) | 40 L (42 qt) |
| Zones | Single zone | Single zone |
| Temperature range | −4 to 68 °F | −4 to 68 °F |
| Price per liter | $6.00 | $6.30 |
| Power | ||
| Rated input | 60 W | - |
| Running draw, eco mode | 36 W | - |
| Battery | None | None |
| AC adapter included | Yes | Yes |
| Build | ||
| Weight (empty) | 36.2 lb | - |
| Noise (maker) | 35 dB | - |
| App control | Yes | - |
| Warranty | 2 yr | 1 yr, 2 yr compressor |