Dometic NRX 80C
#2 in CompactFull review
For a van, boat or overland build where low power use matters more than price.
Amazon $1,175.29$1,175.29
The Dometic NRX 80C rates 3.8 among compact RV refrigerators; the Norcold DC105 3.3 cu ft 12/24V rates 2.8 among midsize ones. The Norcold DC105 3.3 cu ft 12/24V costs $400.22 less ($775.07 vs $1,175.29).
Norcold DC105 3.3 cu ft 12/24V
#9 in MidsizeFull review
For a boat or truck with a 24V system that needs a 3 cu ft fridge with a small freezer.
Amazon $775.07$775.07
Prices 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 (compact and midsize), 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 NRX 80C | Norcold DC105 3.3 cu ft 12/24V |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.8/5 | 2.8/5 |
| Price 30% | 55 $1,175.29, $444 per cu ft | 48 $775.07, $235 per cu ft |
| Capacity 25% | 100 2.6 cu ft | 6 3.3 cu ft |
| Energy use 10% | 72 304 Wh a day, 115 Wh per cu ft | 50 energy use not published (neutral score used) |
| Features 25% | 70 freezer section, digital controls | 40 freezer section |
| Warranty 10% | 0 warranty not published, scored as none | 50 1-year warranty |
Specifications
| Dometic NRX 80C | Norcold DC105 3.3 cu ft 12/24V | |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| Total capacity | 2.6 cu ft | 3.3 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 | 304 Wh/day | - |
| Frost free | - | No |
| Digital controls | Yes | No |
| Build | ||
| Height | 24.6 in | - |
| Width | 18.7 in | - |
| Depth | 21.1 in | - |
| Weight | 44.1 lb | - |
| Warranty | - | 1 year |