I Bought a 12-Volt Fridge AND Freezer on Amazon
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 10 พ.ค. 2020
- In today’s video, we meet my good friend Doug again and do a follow-up review of the Alpicool T60, 63 Quart, 12-Volt Compressor Fridge he is testing for me. What makes it very special is that it only costs $399 but has both a built in fridge and freezer section with two different thermostats so that he can have items frozen on one side and things refrigerated on the other-AT THE SAME TIME!
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Thanks for watching!
Love how you spend the first minute of this video talking about the gift of giving.
2yrs later, today, on 1/6/2023 Amazon has T60 @ $379. & the T50 is @ $350. Ty guys, goodm job !!
Being from Illinois and now living in CA for 8 years, it's so funny to me hearing the word pop instead of soda 😂 thanks guys
After 45 years in California moving from Illinois, pop still sounds odd to me.
Good, honest real life reviews of this type are essential for viewers to be able to make informed decisions about products.
I have a smaller Alpicool and it has been working flawlessly for three months now. Very happy so far. Might add a fan to it because it does not get enough circulation where it is located.
LOVE when you do product reviews! I save them in my RV playlist when I'm ready to roll.👍😁
I've got to get one of these for my truck camping setup!!!
Thanks Bob and Doug! Great information!
Thank you Bob and your wonderful team for this wonderful video
I have one of these Alpicool fridge/freezers 50L I bought over here in the UK. I've only had it a few days. I use it off of a small battery solar system. Once you get it to temperature it just seems to trickle take out of my battery. Very pleased with it hope it continues. Thanks Bob for your great and informative videos over the years.
Man, that dog is playful! Such good manners, too.
Great info Thank you 🙂 I've had my Alpicool CX30 since July 2019 and it's been great! I'm in a F150 pickup but when I get the "Van of my dreams" 😉 I plan to upgrade to a duo Alpicool. I look forward to your ongoing tests. 👍
Thank you Bob. Finally a more affordable alternative.
Hello Doug !!!!! Good to see you and your puppy Buddy.... Thank You, Bob.. !!! See all at RTR 2021....
Doug and Buddy are both great guys! Thanks for the info.! 🙂
Thanks you two
That sounds awesome. Been using a cooler for two years and I'm SO tired of drowning my food! Wasn't sure what I'd use for power but was leaning towards separate solar system. This is my next van project!!
This video was just Normal...(absolutely superb). Thank you guys...
I just ordered the Alpicool 45 unit that can be switched between freezer or refrigerator, but not both at the same time.
I finally added solar to my system after almost ten months of living full-time in the van and I could not be more excited right now to have a refrigerator.
Thanks for another great video!
Great to see long term user reviews! Thanks
Thx guys. Have a great day.
Thank you Bob!
This is great to know!
From Anaheim California 😊💕💞💟👍
Thanks for your time
Great to see Doug again! Hope he is well.
Hiya Bob ,thanks for the vid. Always a learning adventure 👍❤
Doug is a great guy
Great review, thank you so much!
I have been using the Alpicool T38 since October used it only as a fridge for 4 months, since the lockdown I used it as fridge and freezer, works great however it has Chinese plastic smell, so I am careful to seal everything so the smell doesn't affect the flavor, fits between front seats, of my 1990 b250 Dodge, would buy again, Mine had fast shipping and also cost $350.
Hi! Everybody complain about the quality, is it still work?
BOB, just checked the link to amazon and it is in stock,, wish i had the money to get this , but i dont, my disablity check only goes so far,,,, thank you and DOUG for another great video,,,, be strong, be safe, be free, be blessed
yes, I looked it up as well and will be investing in one
you didn't get a free stimulus check?
@@sherrcon nope, fell through the cracks again,i live on less then 800usd a month and thats it no more,,,, be strong, be safe, be free, be blessed
Definitely call the IRS. You should have received a stimulus check. Get it straightened out because another check is about to be approved. My mother is on social security and I am on disability and we both got a stimulus check. Don’t give up. It would help you get masks and extra things you need during this difficult time. A fridge would be very helpful to keep more food storage so your not I. The stores more than you need to be. God bless! Leslye
I'm really enjoying my Alpicool, the model with fan and compressor up top. Its a large one on wheels with a handle. $224 on eBay about 6 months ago. The fridge will shut off before it ruins your battery.
Just did a 3,643 mile trip with my 54 quart Alpicool dual zone (with Bluetooth). Loved it. Used an AUX battery at night while I slept in hotels...to keep the truck's starter battery from draining (and not having to drag it into the hotel with me). But, this thing uses such low power, prob wouldn't drain it too much. Great video...these Alpicool's are excellent. When not on the road...I use it on the back patio on AC power! Keeps my drinks icy cold. Just made a new AUX battery system...Dakota Lithium 54 aH (691 Wh)...about a Group 24 size and about 1/4 the weight vs the Group 31 size Trojan AGM I was using!
Outstanding, glad to know...it will be very helpful
Have been using my alpicool fridge, 50 litre, with a 100 watt solar panel for the past year. Priced higher here in Canada, dollar exchange, shipping, etc. Works great, keep at 5 Celsius and draws 6 amps to hold temp.
Thank you for this video, helped me make decision. Just placed Amazon order.
Doug, RIP my friend 🙏
sry to hear this
Oh, so sorry to learn of his passing 😥
great info on the fridge, very cute puppy dog
Thanks Bob for the info Will check it out Thanks
Stay healthy Bob!
I just ordered one through your link. Keep up the good work.
I think the secret sauce is the word 'Danfoss Compressor' (now Secop). I'd guess that all these products that use these compressors have similar attributes with respect to power draw and temperature range. That would leave me to believe the difference between brands would be in build attributes such as thickness of the insulation, ruggedness of the case, ergonomics of the lid, etc. I was an early adopter and bought an ARB when they first appeared on Amazon for something like $1,200.00, so they have really decreased in price since then. Although I have been cautioned that these units are prone to bearing failure, mine is still running as expected. Because my ARB is not dual zone, I am not thinking about buying a smaller 30qt unit to use as a freezer, and using the 50qt ARB as the fridge. I'm very impressed that the 'dual zone' concept apparently works well as shown in this demonstration.
Nice review. I like the colorful backgrounds you've been using in some of your closing scenes.
Thank you for the information! I just purchased one! They now sell an insulation cover for this model as well.
Thanks! Needed one, did not know what to buy, ordered it.
This is info that people NEED! A quality appliance for under $500.00!
YOU GUYS ROCK!
🎉🎉🎉thanks for the information
Thanks BOB!!! Think I’ve decided which I need
Perfect timing. I am in the market for my fridge now so this info came in time. I really appreciate how you help and guide us out here. I clicked on your link and It is available on Amazon for $399. I am looking at a couple others but love the dual sections. My van is getting her basic build now with 200w Renergy and a Battleborne battery 12 v 100 ah until I can add more. I have the 2000 pure sine wave inverter. I was thinking I wanted the front open but have not decided yet. Cost is going to be a factor for sure.
What did you buy? I am shopping now.
@@BeautifuLakesStreamsBiologists I got the Alpicool
@@LucysVanAndale are you happy with it? Also, can you slide the divider to change the size of the fridge section? ( of course I mean without the baskets)
@Natural Ponds Lakes & Streams by Spring Creek Aquatic Concepts I have been happy with it and do prefer having the dual zone. I can not adjust the size. My divider has to slide into a designated spot. I have been looking at the Iceco. I like the flexibility of the top lid (I'll have to look up which design). I just saw it on FnA channel. I also like the lids that opened separately. The Iceco has a plug on both sides which is nice. But again, I'm mine has performed will so far.
@@LucysVanAndale thank you!
Just got mine what a nice unit
I have the Alpicool cf35, and love it. One thing not mentioned in the video is the light. The T60 like the cf35 has an internal LED light. It comes on when you open the lid, like your home fridge. It's great when getting something out of the fridge at night. The only drawback is the display light doesn't turn off, and it's bright. But you can make a cover for it. Or place the fridge in a way that the display light works as a night light. FYI my cf35 consumes 35w when running. At 75 deg ambient it will run 2 days on a 400w Saouki battery station. I have a 100w foldable solar panel. And never worry about power. I even keep a ebike charged with the system.
Very informative thank you so much for that
this is a great deal and everything I need
Thank You
Thanks Bob for sharing his video you guys are awesome bless you both. 👍👍👍😇😇😇😇😇😇🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸
I have smaller refrigerator same brand
and have been happy with it. Uses about 30 watts supplied by Renogy 4 100 watt panels and 2 100 amp lithium batteries.
Watching the dog at the end of the video is so cute😊
Ty for the review. I also watched a another video about the alpicool. Alpicool is supposed to have fantastic customer service.
At $25 for the reflectix I would have paid less for a sheet of poly-iso insulation board or extruded polystyrene and built the covers, it has much better insulation value than the Reflectix from my experience.
yes, I'd make a whole box and duct tape the board all together. Well, the insulation cover is looking good, the reflextix is easy to do but the poly-iso board I think the best. I would use 1/3in ply wood box with 1in board inside will make up a case for the fridge. I can bolt the case down to the floor for safety.
Mr wells you have a huge heart. God bless you! Leslye
Bob, I have the Alpicool 56 quart under the name xtreme power. At 38° I ran it for 7 days on one charge of the 1500wh bluetti. 70° outside temp no extra insulation. $285.
I have an Aplicool 20L fridge only and its awesome. I have been using it for almost 2 years.
Nice to know, thanks, hope that means mine will last at least that long.
Does it make noise
Thanks for all the information :-) great!
Stay safe keep well
Australia
VERY HELPFUL!!!!!!!!!!!
Thanks for the great info!
I have had the C20 since 2018 and it's awesome. I'm considering upgrading to a bigger one for more storage plus have a freezer. The big Norcold fridge is a pain, worrying about leveling and paying for propane.
thank you for this awesome video...The T60 is back up on Amazon and I will be investing real soon as I gear up to complete my van build here in Maine...My goal is to hit the road as soon as all the global shut downs are somewhat lifted and do some extreme camping once again. I have no mortgage or rent and own my little piece of land I live on and I live in a big camper year round permenantly on the Kennebec River. Time for some retirement exploring
Looking forward to joining you guys one day so getting things a little at a time. Thinking about getting this frig on Back Friday sales to save more $$. I appreciate you!
Hi Cindy, I'm thinking on doing some venturing but I'm kinda leery of going totally alone. I'm trying to find like minded travelers in groups.
good vid, thanks
Alpha cool T60 sounds great!!!
Ty
Bob, you are my hero..I can't wait to be a point where I can live on the open road. I'm not there yet. I have a business to run that can't be run from the road. Looking for ways to transition to something I could do on the road. I hope I can get out there without too much expense.
I had just bought a small C15 to test and see if they’re were any good and so far for $175, this thing works great! Then I saw your review and figure I will probably get one of these for sure!
Tim, check out Slim Potato Head’s channel did a review on the C20 (same footprint as C15) and has had good luck with it for well over a year. I am looking at the C15 for my RAM ProMaster City cargo van (think minivan) for car camping trip on the Lewis & Clark Trail, upgrading from an ice cooler.
At that price you could get 2, one for freezer, one for fridge.
Greg, there are people that do that if they need a low profile to slid under a cot or something.
Thanks Karin, I figured I could not go wrong and as it turns out I think for sure I will get the 65 and use this one for cool drinks going down the road in the front!
Where did you get
I just checked and it is on Amazon for 399 bucks as of 5/12/2020. If my Dometic ever quits I will give it a try for that price.
Just bought an ARB 35L, should've maybe went with the Apicool. But Credit card purchase... selling stuff and hope to be on the road within 2weeks. Getting ready to Live, instead of this toxic relationship...Love your vids. From IA to Wyoming shortly. God Bless
I just subscribe to your channel and have been thinking about buying a trailer for my van and hooking up my 6500w generator. I am getting ready as well to go to Wyoming and Check Out Montanna. I think Wyoming is More Fee and Less Government Control. Toxic Relationships are the Worst and its Always about them and they don't care about what your Interest are. Good Luck.
@@jamesdane8103 thanks, gotta sell my motorcycle at below wholesale then I'm outta here, a lot of good spots of blm gas n oil fields.:) NEast of lander west side. Best I found when I worked out there back in 08.
@@JustJimJr Do you have any Suggestions what Area's to Check out or where to Camp. Appreciate it so Very Much... I heading from Vegas we are so ????? here.
@@jamesdane8103 Colorado has some decent spots in the NorthWest, if you get just in the Wyoming side, there are logging roads. I've spent weeks out there, 1 visitor and was a moose. A tad scary, will try and find that spot. Brb
McKinnon, Wyoming or even closer to Flaming Gorge, dont think anyone will bother you there. CO a lot of spots, but I haven't spent much time up there. Hwy191 in Wyoming is good for isolation
Bought a LINSION 54qt 12V/120V refrigerator freezer. $315 on Amazon now with free shipping.
Runs (cycles) at about 5A. Dropped 78° to 40° in 20 minutes on 2 6V batts (230AH)
Very quiet.
Rated 4.4 on Amazon.
Thank you. Maybe something I can afford......saving now.
I wish I had seen this before I purchased the Dometic 45. LOL I may still buy it.. I wish I had a bigger, and a freezer section.My Dometic is great and can be used as freezer too.
Great!
I just looked up Alpicool T60 on Amazon. Alpicool jacked the price up to $399. Alpicool claims delivery about ten days from now. Order through Amazon, sold by and ships from Alpicool.
Dog the star of the show
Any update on how the fridge is holding up these days? I'm curious about the long term durability of Alpicool fridges. Thanks!
I'm about to order an Alpicool C15 16 quart for $179 on Amazon. I can't afford more than that. I'll set it as a freezer and use those little freezer things to keep my Stanley cooler cool for refrigerator items.
Rest in peace, Doug.
wish he had done a recorded test without the reflextic then put it on so we have both sides good man doug and bob always sound advice
A guy did a video of the bluetti on a single charge running a xtreme power 56 quart for 9 days. The xtreme power is a alpicool.
@@emersidehack4037 thanks
Wow,what a fantastic bargain: especially after you subtract the cost of ice & ruined food!
Good point have to consider price of ice
I am looking at a Lifeline 77 QT cooler from Walmart for about $150. Similar to a Yeti. same interior insulation width as Yeti. Claims cool for 7-9 days. Good less expensive alternation for car dwellers without solar.
Thanks for the link I keep finding this under another name which I believe is the same thing which is a BODEGA BO-T50. If this one is out of stock you can look that that one up which I believe is the same thing rebranded. I saw in some reviews that apicool products sometimes get rebranded. Thanks for the review.
C22 here, used as a freezer last desert winter. Have a 54 l. for a fridge, both run off of solar...no inverter, no generator.
Just FYI for all Californians, you can't ship this product to California, at least my location in Los Angeles. I just tried.
They do mention this in the description of the product
People in California are so protected. It must be a great place to live.
Why?
What's ironic is it ships from Ontario, CA. Basically, Los Angeles. They can warehouse goods but there own citizens are not allowed to buy those goods.
@@jenhasken not sure. Most Californians are buying them in Arizona
I have a smaller model T50, in the dual mode it's inefficient. With fridge set to 37 and freezer to -2, it does keep around 39 and 0, fluctuating a few degrees above and below. But it cycles 80% of time at the ambient 70, because of the freezer. 1400 WH lithium battery is down to zero in 48 hours. Poor insulation. Also, lame design - compressor is sitting under the freezer bin, as if freezer needed some help to stay warm. Could've at least put it under the fridge bin. There are a few Chinese boxes like this - Alpicool, Bodega, Costway, same design. I wrapped it into siver-ish Reflectix and also made a cover of an old bedspread, with about 1/4" wool-ish fill in it - NO notable change in performance. HVAC engineer, my acquaintance, shrugged when I told him about Reflectix, said that to get a notable improvement you need to put a 2" Styrofoam insulation around it.
BUT, when you are not really living off this fridge, not keeping a lot of frozen stuff for a week or longer, don't need 0F in freezer and just need some ice, or don't need a freezer at all and use the entire box as a fridge - it cycles much less, few times less energy.
like the dog too.
At this moment I'm writing this, it's in stock at Amazon for $399.
Prices have been fluctuating like mad
Man I started thinking I was watching The Home Shopping Network! D:
Grizzly Adams lives! :D
I need one.
I have a smaller Alpicool 12V refrigerator that sits between the driver and passenger seats and I have had no problem with it.
Set it and forget it.
Thank you, Doug and Bob. This is very nice! As others have said, it's back in stock at this moment. The 36, 50 and 60. Bob, having problems getting onto the CRVL site. 2nd time I've joined and several days later can't get in. Similar problem first time I joined. Getting this msg: "Error establishing a database connection." I've updated my browser, cleared my cache, tried going to the site from various locations, typed in the address, etc., and getting the same msg. Why is a problem happening again? Just when I begin to explore the site it seems to mess up. Thanks for your help. Couldn't find anywhere to contact anyone about it. Also made a comment about it at the FBook page.
Looks great if I were a boonie! I hope someone tells him about reflective tape. They sell that on Amazon.
Now we just need them to make a vertical camper model so we can purchase these as a replacement option for our current camper fridges. Being a compressor fridge I doubt it would run if you stood it on it's end to use it as a side swing door fridge.
HomeDepot has some 12volt uprights, under brandname: "Unique"
-- bigger size -- e.g., 6 and 13 cu ft -- thus, more expensive. Two section: upper door is freezer, lower door is refrigerator.
(30 quarts is approximately 1 cu ft.)
I stayed up most of the night the first time I bought a washer and dryer.
The price here is the showstopper, a proper compressor fridge - especially a dual zone - for this kind of money is really great. Dometic makes some very very nice models along the same principles, like the huge CFX 75 model, but that's well over three times the price or more. You can't compare either of these units to a cooler that doesn't use a compressor; this is a proper 100% refrigerator/freezer, not some thermoelectric unit that draws enormous amounts of power and cools very poorly.
Great channel. I am going to making my move to nomadic living in June. I am going to be starting out checking out New Mexico. Any suggestions for a very isolated spot that would be cool in June. I was hoping for a spot with few to no people but not too far from water source.
Try out by Datil near the VLA West of Socorro. Beautiful country and about 5-7000 feet.
Cute dog and thank you Bob too.