This convenient appliance works better than your average cooler and offers versatile power options. Here are the ones we recommend.
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How We Tested and Selected
We used our expertise on coolers, power stations, and camping gear to find the best portable refrigerators. We checked camping and overlanding gear reviews and forums to find models that hold up on long treks in remote areas and are viable alternatives for people who don't want to deal with bags of ice for a cooler.
We chose options in different capacities and across a range of prices and prioritized models that offer convenient features like USB chargers, wheels, and LED lights. If you want some extra cooling power on-the-go, consider one of the portable refrigerators for your next trek.
Best Overall: Bodega 40qt Portable Refrigerator
Pros
- Extra features for portability
- Easy-to-use app
- Dual compartments
Cons
- Minor temp discrepancy between app and interior
This portable fridge from Bodega has great build quality, convenient features for easy portability, and cools down fast. The compressor can cool the interior down to 32 degrees Fahrenheit in about 30 minutes.
It has two separate compartments to keep things organized. They can’t be individually controlled but the smaller section typically gets cooler than the larger side. It also has a user-friendly app for setting the temperature and a USB port to charge other devices. Some customers report minor differences between the temperature they see on the app versus the actual internal temperature, but say it’s only off by a couple degrees.
The portable refrigerator has sturdy handles and a built-in LED light so you can quickly find what you need in the dark. Standout features include wheels and a drain plug—two things that are standard on most larger coolers but something a lot of portable fridges lack. The lid can be opened from either side or popped off entirely for fast loading.
Key Specs
| Available Capacities | 25, 40, 50, 61 qt |
| Stated Minimum Temperature | -4 degrees F |
| Weight | 31.8 lb |
