Goal Zero Alta 80
#2 in LargeFull review
An efficient fridge for a Goal Zero power station setup, at a premium over value brands.
Amazon $999.95$999.95
The Goal Zero Alta 80 is the better 12V fridge overall, rated 3.9 to 3.7. The Goal Zero Alta 80 leads on value and portability. The Goal Zero Alta 50 costs $200 less ($799.95 vs $999.95).
Goal Zero Alta 50
#11 in LargeFull review
An efficient fridge for a Goal Zero power station setup, at a premium over value brands.
Amazon $799.95$799.95
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 Goal Zero Alta 80 for value ($12.85 per liter vs $15.21 per liter) and portability (0.76 lb per liter vs 0.94 lb per liter).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every large 12V fridge; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Goal Zero Alta 80 | Goal Zero Alta 50 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.9/5 | 3.7/5 |
| Value 35% | 61 $12.85 per liter | 49 $15.21 per liter |
| Efficiency 20% | 100 about 252 Wh a day (3.2 Wh per liter), maker average draw, 10.5 W at Average power draw when set at 35 °F (ambient not stated) | 100 about 192 Wh a day (3.7 Wh per liter), maker average draw, 8 W at Average power draw when set at 35 °F (ambient not stated) |
| Warranty 20% | 25 2-year unit | 25 2-year unit |
| Build 15% | 100 LG compressor | 100 LG compressor |
| Portability 10% | 84 0.76 lb per liter | 66 0.94 lb per liter |
Specifications
| Goal Zero Alta 80 | Goal Zero Alta 50 | |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | ||
| Capacity | 77.8 L (82 qt) | 52.6 L (56 qt) |
| Zones | Dual zone | Single zone |
| Temperature range | −4 to 68 °F | −4 to 68 °F |
| Price per liter | $12.85 | $15.21 |
| Power | ||
| Energy use | 252 Wh a day (maker average draw, 10.5 W at Average power draw when set at 35 °F (ambient not stated)) | 192 Wh a day (maker average draw, 8 W at Average power draw when set at 35 °F (ambient not stated)) |
| Energy per liter | 3.2 Wh | 3.7 Wh |
| Rated input | 80 W | 80 W |
| Battery | None | None |
| AC adapter included | Yes | Yes |
| Build | ||
| Compressor | LG | LG |
| Weight (empty) | 58.9 lb | 49.4 lb |
| Noise (maker) | 45 dB | 45 dB |
| App control | Yes | Yes |
| Warranty | 2 yr | 2 yr |