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 portability. The ICECO VL75 ProD wins on warranty. The Goal Zero Alta 80 costs $49.05 less ($999.95 vs $1,049).
ICECO VL75 ProD
#10 in LargeFull review
For overlanders who load a fridge into a truck bed or drawer slide and want a 5-year compressor warranty, at well under Dometic’s price.
Amazon $1,049 ICECO $1,049$1,049
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 portability (0.76 lb per liter vs 0.93 lb per liter).
- Choose the ICECO VL75 ProD for warranty (1-year unit, 5-year compressor vs 2-year unit).
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 | ICECO VL75 ProD |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.9/5 | 3.7/5 |
| Value 35% | 61 $12.85 per liter | 55 $13.99 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) | 55 about 636 Wh a day (8.5 Wh per liter), maker figure at none stated ('laboratory data for reference only') |
| Warranty 20% | 25 2-year unit | 60 1-year unit, 5-year compressor |
| Build 15% | 100 LG compressor | 100 Secop compressor |
| Portability 10% | 84 0.76 lb per liter | 67 0.93 lb per liter |
Specifications
| Goal Zero Alta 80 | ICECO VL75 ProD | |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | ||
| Capacity | 77.8 L (82 qt) | 75 L (79 qt) |
| Zones | Dual zone | Dual zone |
| Temperature range | −4 to 68 °F | 0 to 50 °F |
| Price per liter | $12.85 | $13.99 |
| 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)) | 636 Wh a day (maker figure at none stated ('laboratory data for reference only')) |
| Energy per liter | 3.2 Wh | 8.5 Wh |
| Rated input | 80 W | - |
| Battery | None | Optional (sold separately), 250 Wh |
| AC adapter included | Yes | Yes |
| Build | ||
| Compressor | LG | Secop |
| Weight (empty) | 58.9 lb | 69.6 lb |
| Noise (maker) | 45 dB | - |
| App control | Yes | - |
| Warranty | 2 yr | 1 yr, 5 yr compressor |