For upgrading a 6 cu ft absorption cutout to 8 cu ft of compressor fridge at a fair price.
Amazon $1,186.48The Dometic DMC4081 8 cu ft 12V rates 4.3 among midsize RV refrigerators; the Dometic DMC4101 10 cu ft 12V rates 3.4 among large ones. The Dometic DMC4081 8 cu ft 12V costs $13.51 less ($1,186.48 vs $1,199.99).

For a buyer who wants a Dometic badge on a 10 cu ft 12V fridge at a low price. Check the cutout size with the seller first.
Amazon $1,199.99Prices were last checked November 3, 2026 and are subject to change; the price and availability shown by the retailer at the time of purchase apply.
Scores side by side
These two sit in different size classes (midsize and large), and each is scored against the reference points for its own class, so a rating says how well each does among its own size peers. How we rank explains each factor.
| Factor weight | Dometic DMC4081 8 cu ft 12V | Dometic DMC4101 10 cu ft 12V |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.3/5 | 3.4/5 |
| Price 30% | 94 $1,186.48, $148 per cu ft | 96 $1,199.99, $120 per cu ft |
| Capacity 25% | 100 8 cu ft | 12 10 cu ft |
| Energy use 10% | 50 energy use not published (neutral score used) | 50 energy use not published (neutral score used) |
| Features 25% | 70 freezer section, digital controls | 50 features not published (neutral score used) |
| Warranty 10% | 50 1-year warranty | 50 1-year warranty |
Specifications
| Dometic DMC4081 8 cu ft 12V | Dometic DMC4101 10 cu ft 12V | |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| Total capacity | 8 cu ft | 10 cu ft |
| Freezer | Yes | - |
| Doors | Two doors | Two doors |
| Power | ||
| Voltage | 12V DC | 12V DC |
| Rated current | 13 A | - |
| Digital controls | Yes | - |
| Build | ||
| Height | 53.6 in | - |
| Width | 23.6 in | - |
| Depth | 27.5 in | - |
| Weight | 114 lb | - |
| Warranty | 1 year | 1 year |