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 3.4. The BLUETTI MultiCooler leads on value and portability. The ICECO APL55 wins on warranty. The BLUETTI MultiCooler costs $260 less ($699 vs $959).
ICECO APL55
#26 in LargeFull review
ICECO’s lighter line for car camping. The compressor warranty is the draw; the price per liter is high.
Amazon $959 ICECO $959$959
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 $17.44 per liter) and portability (0.96 lb per liter vs 1.15 lb per liter).
- Choose the ICECO APL55 for warranty (1-year unit, 5-year compressor vs 2-year unit).
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 | ICECO APL55 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.7/5 | 3.4/5 |
| Value 35% | 61 $12.71 per liter | 38 $17.44 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 | 81 about 326 Wh a day (5.9 Wh per liter), maker figure at none stated ('laboratory data for reference only') |
| Warranty 20% | 25 2-year unit | 60 1-year unit, 5-year compressor |
| Build 15% | 60 Huayi compressor | 50 compressor maker not stated (neutral score used) |
| Portability 10% | 64 0.96 lb per liter | 45 1.15 lb per liter |
Specifications
| BLUETTI MultiCooler | ICECO APL55 | |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | ||
| Capacity | 55 L (50 qt) | 55 L (58 qt) |
| Zones | Single zone | Dual zone |
| Temperature range | −4 to 68 °F | −4 to 68 °F |
| Price per liter | $12.71 | $17.44 |
| Power | ||
| Energy use | 180 Wh a day (maker figure at ECO mode; no ambient or setpoint stated) | 326 Wh a day (maker figure at none stated ('laboratory data for reference only')) |
| Energy per liter | 3.3 Wh | 5.9 Wh |
| Rated input | 65 W | - |
| Battery | Optional (sold separately), 716.8 Wh | Optional (sold separately), 250 Wh |
| AC adapter included | Yes | Yes |
| Build | ||
| Compressor | Huayi | - |
| Weight (empty) | 52.9 lb | 63.2 lb |
| Noise (maker) | 30 dB | - |
| App control | Yes | Yes |
| Warranty | 2 yr | 1 yr, 5 yr compressor |