ICECO APL35
#26 in Mid-sizeFull review
ICECO’s lighter line for car camping. The compressor warranty is the draw; the price per liter is high.
Amazon $759 ICECO $759$759
The ICECO APL35 is the better 12V fridge overall, rated 3.3 to 3.1. The ICECO APL35 leads on warranty and portability. The ICECO APL35 costs $40.99 less ($759 vs $799.99).
Dometic CFX3 35
#33 in Mid-sizeFull review
Dometic’s previous top line, still sold for less than the CFX5, for buyers who want the brand’s 3-year warranty.
Dometic $799.99$799.99
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 APL35 for warranty (1-year unit, 5-year compressor vs 3-year unit) and portability (0.91 lb per liter vs 1.03 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 APL35 | Dometic CFX3 35 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.3/5 | 3.1/5 |
| Value 35% | 35 $21.69 per liter | 32 $22.22 per liter |
| Efficiency 20% | 31 about 381 Wh a day (10.9 Wh per liter), maker figure at none stated ('laboratory data for reference only') | 62 about 282 Wh a day (7.8 Wh per liter), maker figure, 1 Ah per hour at Ambient 90 °F, internal 39 °F |
| Warranty 20% | 60 1-year unit, 5-year compressor | 50 3-year unit |
| Build 15% | 100 Secop compressor | 50 compressor maker not stated (neutral score used) |
| Portability 10% | 69 0.91 lb per liter | 57 1.03 lb per liter |
Independent tests
ICECO APL35
No independent test published yet.
Dometic CFX3 35
| Tested by | Average draw | Energy over 24 h | Coldest reached | Display error | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AUTO BILD | - | - | −11.2 °F | - | Pull-down at the coldest setting: −4 °F after 45 minutes; the coldest figure is after 90 minutes. |
Specifications
| ICECO APL35 | Dometic CFX3 35 | |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | ||
| Capacity | 35 L (37 qt) | 36 L (38 qt) |
| Zones | Dual zone | Single zone |
| Temperature range | −4 to 68 °F | −8 to 50 °F |
| Price per liter | $21.69 | $22.22 |
| Power | ||
| Energy use | 381 Wh a day (maker figure at none stated ('laboratory data for reference only')) | 282 Wh a day (maker figure, 1 Ah per hour at Ambient 90 °F, internal 39 °F) |
| Energy per liter | 10.9 Wh | 7.8 Wh |
| Rated input | - | 50 W |
| Battery | Optional (sold separately), 250 Wh | None |
| AC adapter included | Yes | Yes |
| Build | ||
| Compressor | Secop | - |
| Weight (empty) | 32 lb | 37.3 lb |
| Noise (maker) | - | 44 dB |
| App control | Yes | Yes |
| Warranty | 1 yr, 5 yr compressor | 3 yr |