BLUETTI MultiCooler
#15 in LargeFull review
For campers who want ice on tap. As a plain fridge, its usable space costs a lot per liter.
BLUETTI $699$699
The BLUETTI MultiCooler is the better 12V fridge overall, rated 3.7 to 3.0. The BLUETTI MultiCooler leads on value. The Dometic CFX5 55IM wins on warranty and portability. The BLUETTI MultiCooler costs $500.97 less ($699 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 BLUETTI MultiCooler for value ($12.71 per liter vs $21.82 per liter).
- Choose the Dometic CFX5 55IM for warranty (3-year unit vs 2-year unit) and portability (0.81 lb per liter vs 0.96 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 | BLUETTI MultiCooler | Dometic CFX5 55IM |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.7/5 | 3.0/5 |
| Value 35% | 61 $12.71 per liter | 16 $21.82 per liter |
| Efficiency 20% | 100 about 180 Wh a day (3.3 Wh per liter), maker figure at ECO mode; no ambient or setpoint stated | 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% | 25 2-year unit | 50 3-year unit |
| Build 15% | 60 Huayi compressor | 50 compressor maker not stated (neutral score used) |
| Portability 10% | 64 0.96 lb per liter | 79 0.81 lb per liter |
Specifications
| BLUETTI MultiCooler | Dometic CFX5 55IM | |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | ||
| Capacity | 55 L (50 qt) | 55 L (58 qt) |
| Zones | Single zone | Single zone |
| Temperature range | −4 to 68 °F | −8 to 68 °F |
| Price per liter | $12.71 | $21.82 |
| Power | ||
| Energy use | 180 Wh a day (maker figure at ECO mode; no ambient or setpoint stated) | 446 Wh a day (maker figure, 1.6 Ah per hour at Internal 4 °C, icemaker on (maintenance), ambient 32 °C) |
| Energy per liter | 3.3 Wh | 8.1 Wh |
| Rated input | 65 W | 55 W |
| Battery | Optional (sold separately), 716.8 Wh | None |
| AC adapter included | Yes | Yes |
| Build | ||
| Compressor | Huayi | - |
| Weight (empty) | 52.9 lb | 44.4 lb |
| Noise (maker) | 30 dB | - |
| App control | Yes | Yes |
| Warranty | 2 yr | 3 yr |