ICECO VL45
#3 in Mid-sizeFull review
For overlanders who load a fridge into a truck bed or drawer slide and want a 5-year compressor warranty, at well under Dometic’s price.
Amazon $475.15 ICECO $475.15$475.15
The ICECO VL45 is the better 12V fridge overall, rated 3.8 to 3.3. The ICECO VL45 leads on value and warranty. The Dometic CFX2 45 wins on portability. The ICECO VL45 costs $404.84 less ($475.15 vs $879.99).
Dometic CFX2 45
#29 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 $879.99 Dometic $879.99$879.99
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 ICECO VL45 for value ($10.56 per liter vs $19.56 per liter) and warranty (1-year unit, 5-year compressor vs 3-year unit).
- Choose the Dometic CFX2 45 for portability (0.81 lb per liter vs 1.12 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 | ICECO VL45 | Dometic CFX2 45 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.8/5 | 3.3/5 |
| Value 35% | 81 $10.56 per liter | 44 $19.56 per liter |
| Efficiency 20% | 63 about 348 Wh a day (7.7 Wh per liter), maker figure | 50 no daily energy figure published (neutral score used) |
| Warranty 20% | 60 1-year unit, 5-year compressor | 50 3-year unit |
| Build 15% | 50 compressor maker not stated (neutral score used) | 50 compressor maker not stated (neutral score used) |
| Portability 10% | 48 1.12 lb per liter | 79 0.81 lb per liter |
Specifications
| ICECO VL45 | Dometic CFX2 45 | |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | ||
| Capacity | 45 L (47 qt) | 45 L (48 qt) |
| Zones | Single zone | Single zone |
| Temperature range | 0 to 50 °F | −8 to 68 °F |
| Price per liter | $10.56 | $19.56 |
| Power | ||
| Energy use | 348 Wh a day (maker figure) | - |
| Energy per liter | 7.7 Wh | - |
| Running draw, eco mode | 55 W | - |
| Battery | Optional (sold separately), 250 Wh | None |
| AC adapter included | Yes | Yes |
| Build | ||
| Weight (empty) | 50.6 lb | 36.6 lb |
| App control | No | Yes |
| Warranty | 1 yr, 5 yr compressor | 3 yr |