ICECO JP40 ProD
#24 in Mid-sizeFull review
A good middle ground: a 5-year compressor warranty and published energy figures for much less than a Dometic.
Amazon $602.65 ICECO $602.65$602.65
The ICECO JP40 ProD is the better 12V fridge overall, rated 3.5 to 3.1. The ICECO JP40 ProD leads on value and warranty. The Dometic CFX3 35 wins on portability. The ICECO JP40 ProD costs $197.34 less ($602.65 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 JP40 ProD for value ($16.29 per liter vs $22.22 per liter) and warranty (1-year unit, 5-year compressor vs 3-year unit).
- Choose the Dometic CFX3 35 for portability (1.03 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 JP40 ProD | Dometic CFX3 35 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.5/5 | 3.1/5 |
| Value 35% | 57 $16.29 per liter | 32 $22.22 per liter |
| Efficiency 20% | 24 about 430 Wh a day (11.6 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% | 48 1.12 lb per liter | 57 1.03 lb per liter |
Independent tests
ICECO JP40 ProD
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 JP40 ProD | Dometic CFX3 35 | |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | ||
| Capacity | 37 L (40 qt) | 36 L (38 qt) |
| Zones | Dual zone | Single zone |
| Temperature range | −4 to 68 °F | −8 to 50 °F |
| Price per liter | $16.29 | $22.22 |
| Power | ||
| Energy use | 430 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 | 11.6 Wh | 7.8 Wh |
| Rated input | 55 W | 50 W |
| Battery | Optional (sold separately), 250 Wh | None |
| AC adapter included | Yes | Yes |
| Build | ||
| Compressor | Secop | - |
| Weight (empty) | 41.6 lb | 37.3 lb |
| Noise (maker) | - | 44 dB |
| App control | Yes | Yes |
| Warranty | 1 yr, 5 yr compressor | 3 yr |