BougeRV CRH20 21QT
#4 in SmallFull review
A small, battery-ready fridge for drinks and lunch. The price per liter is high, as for every small fridge.
BougeRV $199.99$199.99
The BougeRV CRH20 21QT is the better 12V fridge overall, rated 3.6 to 2.8. The BougeRV CRH20 21QT leads on value, warranty and portability. The BougeRV CRH20 21QT costs $178.01 less ($199.99 vs $378).
LiONCooler Mini VX18
#18 in SmallFull review
For campers who want a battery fridge for less than Anker or EcoFlow. The warranty is short.
Amazon $455.04 ACOPOWER $378$378
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 CRH20 21QT for value ($10.00 per liter vs $21.00 per liter), warranty (2-year unit vs 1-year unit) and portability (1.13 lb per liter vs 1.85 lb per liter).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every small 12V fridge; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | BougeRV CRH20 21QT | LiONCooler Mini VX18 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.6/5 | 2.8/5 |
| Value 35% | 94 $10.00 per liter | 59 $21.00 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 | 0 1-year unit |
| Build 15% | 50 compressor maker not stated (neutral score used) | 50 compressor maker not stated (neutral score used) |
| Portability 10% | 47 1.13 lb per liter | 0 1.85 lb per liter |
Specifications
| BougeRV CRH20 21QT | LiONCooler Mini VX18 | |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | ||
| Capacity | 20 L (21 qt) | 18 L (19 qt) |
| Zones | Single zone | Single zone |
| Temperature range | −4 to 68 °F | −4 to 68 °F |
| Price per liter | $10.00 | $21.00 |
| Power | ||
| Rated input | 60 W | 45 W |
| Battery | Optional (sold separately), 240 Wh | Removable, 193 Wh |
| AC adapter included | Yes | Yes |
| Build | ||
| Weight (empty) | 22.6 lb | 33.3 lb |
| Noise (maker) | 45 dB | - |
| App control | Yes | Yes |
| Warranty | 2 yr | 1 yr |