ARB Elements 63
#30 in LargeFull review
Built to live on an open truck bed or roof rack in any weather. Only worth the price for that use.
Amazon $1,099$1,099
The ARB Elements 63 and the Dometic CFX5 55IM are evenly matched, rated 3.0 and 3.0. The ARB Elements 63 leads on value. The Dometic CFX5 55IM wins on portability. The ARB Elements 63 costs $100.97 less ($1,099 vs $1,199.97).
Dometic CFX5 55IM
#31 in LargeFull review
For overlanders and RV owners who want the established name and a full-unit warranty, and will pay several times the price per liter of value brands for it.
Amazon $1,199.97 Dometic $1,199.99$1,199.97
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 ARB Elements 63 for value ($18.44 per liter vs $21.82 per liter).
- Choose the Dometic CFX5 55IM for portability (0.81 lb per liter vs 1.17 lb per liter).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every large 12V fridge; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | ARB Elements 63 | Dometic CFX5 55IM |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.0/5 | 3.0/5 |
| Value 35% | 33 $18.44 per liter | 16 $21.82 per liter |
| Efficiency 20% | 50 no daily energy figure published (neutral score used) | 59 about 446 Wh a day (8.1 Wh per liter), maker figure, 1.6 Ah per hour at Internal 4 °C, icemaker on (maintenance), ambient 32 °C |
| Warranty 20% | 50 3-year unit | 50 3-year unit |
| Build 15% | 50 compressor maker not stated (neutral score used) | 50 compressor maker not stated (neutral score used) |
| Portability 10% | 43 1.17 lb per liter | 79 0.81 lb per liter |
Specifications
| ARB Elements 63 | Dometic CFX5 55IM | |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | ||
| Capacity | 59.6 L (63 qt) | 55 L (58 qt) |
| Zones | Single zone | Single zone |
| Temperature range | 0 to 50 °F | −8 to 68 °F |
| Price per liter | $18.44 | $21.82 |
| Power | ||
| Energy use | - | 446 Wh a day (maker figure, 1.6 Ah per hour at Internal 4 °C, icemaker on (maintenance), ambient 32 °C) |
| Energy per liter | - | 8.1 Wh |
| Rated input | - | 55 W |
| Battery | Optional (sold separately) | None |
| AC adapter included | Yes | Yes |
| Build | ||
| Weight (empty) | 70 lb | 44.4 lb |
| App control | - | Yes |
| Warranty | 3 yr | 3 yr |