For replacing an old Norcold 0751 in a boat, truck or small RV. Check the true 2.4 cu ft size first.
Amazon $777.58The Norcold DC751 12/24V Refrigerator is the better RV refrigerator overall, rated 3.8 to 2.7. The Norcold DC751 12/24V Refrigerator leads on capacity and price. The Dometic NRX 50C wins on features. The Norcold DC751 12/24V Refrigerator costs $280.11 less ($777.58 vs $1,057.69).
For a van, boat or overland build where low power use matters more than price.
Amazon $1,057.69Prices 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.
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Norcold DC751 12/24V Refrigerator for capacity (2.4 cu ft vs 1.6 cu ft) and price ($777.58, $324 per cu ft vs $1,057.69, $661 per cu ft).
- Choose the Dometic NRX 50C for features (freezer section, digital controls vs freezer section).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every compact RV refrigerator; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Norcold DC751 12/24V Refrigerator | Dometic NRX 50C |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.8/5 | 2.7/5 |
| Price 30% | 80 $777.58, $324 per cu ft | 24 $1,057.69, $661 per cu ft |
| Capacity 25% | 90 2.4 cu ft | 10 1.6 cu ft |
| Energy use 10% | 50 energy use not published (neutral score used) | 57 222 Wh a day, 139 Wh per cu ft |
| Features 25% | 40 freezer section | 70 freezer section, digital controls |
| Warranty 10% | 50 1-year warranty | 0 warranty not published, scored as none |
Specifications
| Norcold DC751 12/24V Refrigerator | Dometic NRX 50C | |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| Total capacity | 2.4 cu ft | 1.6 cu ft |
| Freezer section | - | 0.2 cu ft |
| Freezer | Yes | Yes |
| Doors | Single door | Single door |
| Reversible door | - | Yes |
| Power | ||
| Voltage | 12/24V DC | 12/24V DC |
| Energy use | - | 222 Wh/day |
| Frost free | No | - |
| Digital controls | No | Yes |
| Build | ||
| Height | - | 20.7 in |
| Width | - | 15 in |
| Depth | - | 20.1 in |
| Weight | - | 38.6 lb |
| Warranty | 1 year | - |
