BougeRV Rocky V3.0 81QT vs Dometic CFX5 75DZ

Last updated: October 21, 2026

The BougeRV Rocky V3.0 81QT is the better 12V fridge overall, rated 3.7 to 3.5. The BougeRV Rocky V3.0 81QT leads on value and portability. The Dometic CFX5 75DZ wins on warranty. The BougeRV Rocky V3.0 81QT costs $750 less ($599.99 vs $1,349.99).

BougeRV Rocky V3.0 81QT vs Dometic CFX5 75DZ

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?

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 weightBougeRV Rocky V3.0 81QTDometic CFX5 75DZ
Overall rating3.7/53.5/5
Value 35%86 $7.79 per liter35 $18.00 per liter
Efficiency 20%50 no daily energy figure published (neutral score used)100 about 183 Wh a day (2.4 Wh per liter), measured by kuehlboxtests.de
Warranty 20%25 2-year unit50 3-year unit
Build 15%50 compressor maker not stated (neutral score used)50 compressor maker not stated (neutral score used)
Portability 10%91 0.69 lb per liter81 0.79 lb per liter

Independent tests

BougeRV Rocky V3.0 81QT

No independent test published yet.

Dometic CFX5 75DZ

Tested byAverage drawEnergy over 24 hColdest reachedDisplay errorConditions
kuehlboxtests.de-183 Wh--Energy while holding about 38 °F in the large zone; room temperature not stated. Single-author site with affiliate ties.

Specifications

BougeRV Rocky V3.0 81QTDometic CFX5 75DZ
Capacity
Capacity77 L (81 qt)75 L (79 qt)
ZonesDual zoneDual zone
Temperature range−4 to 68 °F−8 to 68 °F
Price per liter$7.79$18.00
Power
Energy use-183 Wh a day (measured by kuehlboxtests.de)
Energy per liter-2.4 Wh
Rated input80 W61 W
Running draw, eco mode64 W-
BatteryOptional (sold separately), 240 WhNone
AC adapter includedYesYes
Build
Weight (empty)24.1 kg59.6 lb
Noise (maker)45 dB-
App controlYesYes
Warranty2 yr3 yr