For a van, boat or overland build where low power use matters more than price.
Amazon $1,175.29The Dometic NRX 80C is the better RV refrigerator overall, rated 3.8 to 2.7. The Dometic NRX 80C leads on capacity, features and energy use. The Furrion 1.6 cu ft 12V Refrigerator wins on price. The Furrion 1.6 cu ft 12V Refrigerator costs $706.34 less ($468.95 vs $1,175.29).
For a second fridge in an outdoor kitchen or a small van that only needs drinks and snacks cold.
Furrion $468.95Prices 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 Dometic NRX 80C for capacity (2.6 cu ft vs 1.6 cu ft), features (freezer section, digital controls vs none of the three) and energy use (304 Wh a day, 115 Wh per cu ft vs 357 Wh a day, 223 Wh per cu ft).
- Choose the Furrion 1.6 cu ft 12V Refrigerator for price ($468.95, $293 per cu ft vs $1,175.29, $444 per cu ft).
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 | Dometic NRX 80C | Furrion 1.6 cu ft 12V Refrigerator |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.8/5 | 2.7/5 |
| Price 30% | 55 $1,175.29, $444 per cu ft | 88 $468.95, $293 per cu ft |
| Capacity 25% | 100 2.6 cu ft | 10 1.6 cu ft |
| Energy use 10% | 72 304 Wh a day, 115 Wh per cu ft | 4 357 Wh a day, 223 Wh per cu ft |
| Features 25% | 70 freezer section, digital controls | 0 none of the three |
| Warranty 10% | 0 warranty not published, scored as none | 50 1-year warranty |
Specifications
| Dometic NRX 80C | Furrion 1.6 cu ft 12V Refrigerator | |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| Total capacity | 2.6 cu ft | 1.6 cu ft |
| Freezer section | 0.2 cu ft | - |
| Freezer | Yes | No |
| Doors | Single door | Single door |
| Reversible door | Yes | - |
| Power | ||
| Voltage | 12/24V DC | 12V DC |
| Rated current | - | 10 A |
| Energy use | 304 Wh/day | 357 Wh/day |
| Digital controls | Yes | No |
| Noise | - | 42 dBA |
| Build | ||
| Height | 24.6 in | 19.4 in |
| Width | 18.7 in | 18.4 in |
| Depth | 21.1 in | - |
| Weight | 44.1 lb | 33.1 lb |
| Warranty | - | 1 year |
