Dometic CFX5 75DZ
#22 in LargeFull 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 $1,349.99 Dometic $1,349.99$1,349.99
The Dometic CFX5 75DZ is the better 12V fridge overall, rated 3.5 to 3.3. The Dometic CFX2 57 wins on portability. The Dometic CFX2 57 costs $381.60 less ($968.39 vs $1,349.99).
Dometic CFX2 57
#29 in LargeFull review
The cheapest way into a Dometic, for a buyer who values the brand’s warranty and dealer network over price per liter.
Amazon $968.39 Dometic $989.99$968.39
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 57 for portability (0.71 lb per liter vs 0.79 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 | Dometic CFX5 75DZ | Dometic CFX2 57 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.5/5 | 3.3/5 |
| Value 35% | 35 $18.00 per liter | 40 $16.99 per liter |
| Efficiency 20% | 100 about 183 Wh a day (2.4 Wh per liter), measured by kuehlboxtests.de | 50 no daily energy figure published (neutral score used) |
| 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% | 81 0.79 lb per liter | 89 0.71 lb per liter |
Independent tests
Dometic CFX5 75DZ
| Tested by | Average draw | Energy over 24 h | Coldest reached | Display error | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| kuehlboxtests.de | - | 183 Wh | - | - | Energy while holding about 38 °F in the large zone; room temperature not stated. Single-author site with affiliate ties. |
Dometic CFX2 57
No independent test published yet.
Specifications
| Dometic CFX5 75DZ | Dometic CFX2 57 | |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | ||
| Capacity | 75 L (79 qt) | 57 L (60 qt) |
| Zones | Dual zone | Single zone |
| Temperature range | −8 to 68 °F | −8 to 68 °F |
| Price per liter | $18.00 | $16.99 |
| Power | ||
| Energy use | 183 Wh a day (measured by kuehlboxtests.de) | - |
| Energy per liter | 2.4 Wh | - |
| Rated input | 61 W | - |
| Battery | None | None |
| AC adapter included | Yes | Yes |
| Build | ||
| Weight (empty) | 59.6 lb | 40.3 lb |
| App control | Yes | Yes |
| Warranty | 3 yr | 3 yr |