For a 10 cu ft opening where you want glass doors and separate freezer control at a budget price.
Amazon $1,299.95
For a fifth wheel or motorhome built around a residential fridge, where an ice maker and brand support matter more than price.
- 18.6 cu ftCapacity
- French doorsDoors
- NoFrost free
Price checked November 3, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
- Fits the same cutout as a 18 cu ft fridge
- Separate thermostat-controlled fridge and freezer sections
- Touch controls with a night mode for quieter sleep
- Built-in ice maker
- Manual defrost on a fridge this size is a real chore
- Costs about twice as much as the RecPro 16 for similar space
- One-year warranty on a $5,500 fridge
The Norcold Polar Elite family
Every Norcold Polar Elite model we rank, smallest first. Ratings compare each against its own size.
| Model | Capacity | Rating | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Norcold Polar Elite N15DC | 14.9 cu ft | 3.2/5 | $4,261.71 |
| Norcold Polar Elite N20DC (this one) | 18.6 cu ft | 3.4/5 | $5,479.95 |
How it scores
The rating comes from 5 measured or published factors, each scored 0-100 against fixed reference points for its size. How we rank explains each one.
Specifications
| Model number | N20DCIMSS (with ice maker) |
|---|---|
| Storage | |
| Total capacity | 18.6 cu ft |
| Fridge section | 12.9 cu ft |
| Freezer section | 5.7 cu ft |
| Freezer | Yes |
| Doors | French doors |
| Reversible door | Yes |
| Power | |
| Voltage | 12V DC |
| Frost free | No |
| Digital controls | Yes |
| Build | |
| Height | 68.8 in |
| Width | 35.8 in |
| Warranty | 1 year |
Alternatives in this size
For replacing an old 8 or 10 cu ft absorption fridge for the least money. A strong value pick.
Amazon $1,299.95For a buyer who wants a Dometic badge on a 10 cu ft 12V fridge at a low price. Check the cutout size with the seller first.
Amazon $1,199.99Compare
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