ICECO GO20
#10 in SmallFull review
A rare small dual-zone fridge, for someone who needs a freezer on day trips. Its stated energy use is high.
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The ICECO GO20 is the better 12V fridge overall, rated 3.3 to 3.1. The ICECO GO20 leads on value. The ICECO APL20 wins on portability. The ICECO GO20 costs $177.35 less ($381.65 vs $559).
ICECO APL20
#15 in SmallFull review
ICECO’s lighter line for car camping. The compressor warranty is the draw; the price per liter is high.
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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 ICECO GO20 for value ($19.08 per liter vs $27.95 per liter).
- Choose the ICECO APL20 for portability (1.15 lb per liter vs 1.38 lb per liter).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every small 12V fridge; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | ICECO GO20 | ICECO APL20 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.3/5 | 3.1/5 |
| Value 35% | 65 $19.08 per liter | 38 $27.95 per liter |
| Efficiency 20% | 0 about 433 Wh a day (21.6 Wh per liter), maker figure at none stated ('laboratory data for reference only') | 0 about 293 Wh a day (14.7 Wh per liter), maker figure at none stated ('laboratory data for reference only') |
| Warranty 20% | 60 1-year unit, 5-year compressor | 60 1-year unit, 5-year compressor |
| Build 15% | 100 Secop compressor | 100 Secop compressor |
| Portability 10% | 23 1.38 lb per liter | 46 1.15 lb per liter |
Specifications
| ICECO GO20 | ICECO APL20 | |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | ||
| Capacity | 20 L (21 qt) | 20 L (21 qt) |
| Zones | Dual zone | Single zone |
| Temperature range | 0 to 50 °F | −4 to 68 °F |
| Price per liter | $19.08 | $27.95 |
| Power | ||
| Energy use | 433 Wh a day (maker figure at none stated ('laboratory data for reference only')) | 293 Wh a day (maker figure at none stated ('laboratory data for reference only')) |
| Energy per liter | 21.6 Wh | 14.7 Wh |
| Rated input | 45 W | - |
| Battery | None | Optional (sold separately), 250 Wh |
| AC adapter included | Yes | Yes |
| Build | ||
| Compressor | Secop | Secop |
| Weight (empty) | 27.5 lb | 22.9 lb |
| Noise (maker) | - | 32 dB |
| App control | Yes | Yes |
| Warranty | 1 yr, 5 yr compressor | 1 yr, 5 yr compressor |