Dometic CFX2 37
#31 in Mid-sizeFull review
The cheapest way into a Dometic, for a buyer who values the brand’s warranty and dealer network over price per liter.
Amazon $769.99 Dometic $769.99$769.99
The Dometic CFX2 37 is the better 12V fridge overall, rated 3.2 to 2.8. The Dometic CFX2 37 leads on value and portability. The Dometic CFX2 37 costs $230 less ($769.99 vs $999.99).
Dometic CFX5 35
#35 in Mid-sizeFull 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 $999.99 Dometic $999.99$999.99
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 Dometic CFX2 37 for value ($20.81 per liter vs $27.78 per liter) and portability (0.93 lb per liter vs 1.01 lb per liter).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every mid-size 12V fridge; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Dometic CFX2 37 | Dometic CFX5 35 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.2/5 | 2.8/5 |
| Value 35% | 38 $20.81 per liter | 9 $27.78 per liter |
| Efficiency 20% | 50 no daily energy figure published (neutral score used) | 51 about 320 Wh a day (8.9 Wh per liter), maker figure, 1.1 Ah per hour at Ambient 90 °F, internal 39 °F |
| Warranty 20% | 50 3-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% | 67 0.93 lb per liter | 59 1.01 lb per liter |
Specifications
| Dometic CFX2 37 | Dometic CFX5 35 | |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | ||
| Capacity | 37 L (39 qt) | 36 L (38 qt) |
| Zones | Single zone | Single zone |
| Temperature range | −8 to 68 °F | −8 to 68 °F |
| Price per liter | $20.81 | $27.78 |
| Power | ||
| Energy use | - | 320 Wh a day (maker figure, 1.1 Ah per hour at Ambient 90 °F, internal 39 °F) |
| Energy per liter | - | 8.9 Wh |
| Rated input | - | 47 W |
| Battery | None | None |
| AC adapter included | Yes | Yes |
| Build | ||
| Weight (empty) | 34.4 lb | 36.5 lb |
| App control | Yes | Yes |
| Warranty | 3 yr | 3 yr |