Goal Zero Alta 50
#11 in LargeFull review
An efficient fridge for a Goal Zero power station setup, at a premium over value brands.
Amazon $799.95$799.95
The Goal Zero Alta 50 is the better 12V fridge overall, rated 3.7 to 3.6. The BougeRV Rocky V3.0 55QT wins on value and portability. The BougeRV Rocky V3.0 55QT costs $349.96 less ($449.99 vs $799.95).
BougeRV Rocky V3.0 55QT
#21 in LargeFull review
A dual-zone fridge that can take a battery, priced between BougeRV’s basic lines and the premium brands.
Amazon $451.24 BougeRV $449.99$449.99
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 Rocky V3.0 55QT for value ($8.65 per liter vs $15.21 per liter) and portability (0.85 lb per liter vs 0.94 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 | Goal Zero Alta 50 | BougeRV Rocky V3.0 55QT |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.7/5 | 3.6/5 |
| Value 35% | 49 $15.21 per liter | 82 $8.65 per liter |
| Efficiency 20% | 100 about 192 Wh a day (3.7 Wh per liter), maker average draw, 8 W at Average power draw when set at 35 °F (ambient not stated) | 50 no daily energy figure published (neutral score used) |
| Warranty 20% | 25 2-year unit | 25 2-year unit |
| Build 15% | 100 LG compressor | 50 compressor maker not stated (neutral score used) |
| Portability 10% | 66 0.94 lb per liter | 75 0.85 lb per liter |
Specifications
| Goal Zero Alta 50 | BougeRV Rocky V3.0 55QT | |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | ||
| Capacity | 52.6 L (56 qt) | 52 L (55 qt) |
| Zones | Single zone | Dual zone |
| Temperature range | −4 to 68 °F | −4 to 68 °F |
| Price per liter | $15.21 | $8.65 |
| Power | ||
| Energy use | 192 Wh a day (maker average draw, 8 W at Average power draw when set at 35 °F (ambient not stated)) | - |
| Energy per liter | 3.7 Wh | - |
| Rated input | 80 W | 80 W |
| Running draw, eco mode | - | 64 W |
| Battery | None | Optional (sold separately), 240 Wh |
| AC adapter included | Yes | Yes |
| Build | ||
| Compressor | LG | - |
| Weight (empty) | 49.4 lb | 20.1 kg |
| Noise (maker) | 45 dB | 45 dB |
| App control | Yes | Yes |
| Warranty | 2 yr | 2 yr |