BougeRV CRX3 30QT
#1 in SmallFull review
A cheap, compact fridge for car camping, with an optional battery for time away from the car.
Amazon $239.99 BougeRV $249.99$239.99
The BougeRV CRX3 30QT is the better 12V fridge overall, rated 3.8 to 2.6. The BougeRV CRX3 30QT leads on value and portability. The Dometic CFX5 25 wins on warranty. The BougeRV CRX3 30QT costs $660 less ($239.99 vs $899.99).
Dometic CFX5 25
#21 in SmallFull 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 $899.99 Dometic $899.99$899.99
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 CRX3 30QT for value ($8.57 per liter vs $36.00 per liter) and portability (0.85 lb per liter vs 1.19 lb per liter).
- Choose the Dometic CFX5 25 for warranty (3-year unit vs 2-year unit).
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 CRX3 30QT | Dometic CFX5 25 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.8/5 | 2.6/5 |
| Value 35% | 98 $8.57 per liter | 13 $36.00 per liter |
| Efficiency 20% | 50 no daily energy figure published (neutral score used) | 21 about 297 Wh a day (11.9 Wh per liter), maker figure, 1 Ah per hour at Ambient 90 °F, internal 39 °F |
| Warranty 20% | 25 2-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% | 75 0.85 lb per liter | 41 1.19 lb per liter |
Specifications
| BougeRV CRX3 30QT | Dometic CFX5 25 | |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | ||
| Capacity | 28 L (30 qt) | 25 L (26 qt) |
| Zones | Single zone | Single zone |
| Temperature range | −4 to 68 °F | −8 to 68 °F |
| Price per liter | $8.57 | $36.00 |
| Power | ||
| Energy use | - | 297 Wh a day (maker figure, 1 Ah per hour at Ambient 90 °F, internal 39 °F) |
| Energy per liter | - | 11.9 Wh |
| Rated input | 60 W | 45 W |
| Battery | Optional (sold separately), 240 Wh | None |
| AC adapter included | Yes | Yes |
| Build | ||
| Weight (empty) | 23.8 lb | 29.7 lb |
| Noise (maker) | 45 dB | - |
| App control | Yes | Yes |
| Warranty | 2 yr | 3 yr |