The ICECO GO20 is a 21 qt (20 L) 12V compressor fridge freezer with a removable partition, which makes it the smallest dual zone fridge in the ICECO range we carry. This guide explains how it works, who it suits, and how it compares with the two other small ICECO fridges people usually weigh it against: the aluminum APL20 and the GOPACK12 backpack fridge. Every figure here is ICECO's, from our product listings.
The short answer: pick the GO20 if you want frozen food and cold drinks in one small box. Pick the APL20 if one temperature is enough and you want the lighter fridge with the wider -4°F to 68°F range and the lower ICECO energy figure. Pick the GOPACK12 if the fridge has to leave the vehicle with you, carried like a soft cooler.
What the GO20 is
The GO20 is a compressor fridge in an ABS shell with C-pentane insulation. A SECOP compressor does the cooling. Slide the partition in and you have two compartments, each with its own temperature anywhere from 0°F to 50°F, set from the two displays on the control panel or from the ICECO app over Bluetooth. Take the partition out and it runs as one 21 qt box.
ICECO rates it at 28 standard cans, and upright bottles up to 9.3 in tall fit inside. Outside it measures 22.4 x 12.6 x 12.4 in and weighs 27.5 lb, with retractable handles that fold flat. Damped lid hinges, an interior LED light and a lid latch are built in, and it comes in Grey or White.
Power
The GO20 runs on 12V or 24V DC from a vehicle or house battery. For AC, it uses the included 80W adapter, rated for 100-240V. Max mode draws about 45W for fast pull-down, Eco mode saves power once the box is cold, and three-level battery protection shuts it off before it drains your vehicle battery.
Who the GO20 is for
- Car campers and weekenders who want frozen food to stay frozen and drinks to stay cold, without buying two fridges.
- Truck owners who want a small fridge on the back seat or the cab floor.
- Small vans and teardrops where a 37 qt or larger fridge will not fit.
- RVs that already have a fridge and need a little extra freezer space, or a drinks fridge by the door.
If you need more than 21 qt, ICECO's next dual zone sizes up are the 37 qt APL35 and the 45 qt VL45ProD, then the 58 qt APL55 and the 63 qt two-lid VL60D.
GO20 vs APL20 vs GOPACK12: spec comparison
| Spec | GO20 | APL20 | GOPACK12 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 21 qt / 20 L | 21 qt / 20 L | 13.5 qt / about 12.8 L |
| Zones | Dual, removable partition | Single | Single |
| Temperature | 0°F to 50°F, each zone | -4°F to 68°F | Down to 21°F |
| Cans (ICECO rating) | 28 | Not listed | 16 x 355 ml |
| Exterior size | 22.4 x 12.6 x 12.4 in | 25.0 x 14.9 x 11.6 in | 14.8 x 9.9 x 19.3 in |
| Weight | 27.5 lb | 22.9 lb | 15.7 lb |
| Case | ABS | Aluminum | Waterproof TPU soft shell |
| Compressor | SECOP | SECOP | Compressor (make not listed) |
| Power input | 12/24V DC; 100-240V AC via included 80W adapter | 12/24V DC or 110-120V AC | 12/24V DC, inputs on both sides |
| Energy use (ICECO lab figure) | 0.433 kWh per 24 h | 0.293 kWh per 24 h | 0.488 kWh per 24 h |
| App control | Yes, Bluetooth | Yes, Bluetooth | Not listed |
| Colors | Grey, White | Silver, Black | Black |
| Compressor warranty | 5 years (1 year other parts) | 5 years | 5 years |
ICECO does not state the test conditions behind its energy figures, so treat differences between models as a guide rather than a measured result.
GO20 vs APL20: same size, different jobs
The GO20 and the APL20 hold the same 21 qt, so the choice comes down to zones, temperature range, weight and power.
- Zones. The GO20 is dual zone with the partition in; the APL20 is one compartment. If you carry frozen food and cold food at the same time, only the GO20 does both.
- Temperature range. The APL20 goes colder and warmer, -4°F to 68°F, against 0°F to 50°F per zone on the GO20. For most food, 0°F is cold enough to freeze; the APL20's -4°F suits a dedicated freezer for game or bait.
- Weight and shape. The aluminum APL20 is 4.6 lb lighter at 22.9 lb. The GO20 is shorter in length and width (22.4 x 12.6 in against 25.0 x 14.9 in) but 0.8 in taller.
- Power. ICECO rates the APL20 at 0.293 kWh a day and the GO20 at 0.433 kWh. Both take 12/24V DC. The APL20 runs on 110-120V AC; the GO20 uses its 80W adapter, rated 100-240V.
- Accessories. We carry an insulated cover for the APL20. We do not list a cover for the GO20.
In short: the APL20 is the better single-temperature fridge, and the GO20 is the one to buy when you need two temperatures.
GO20 vs GOPACK12: fridge or carry-along
The GOPACK12 is a different kind of fridge. It is a 13.5 qt compressor fridge packaged like a soft cooler, with a top handle, a detachable shoulder strap and ICECO's optional backpack straps (sold separately). It weighs 15.7 lb, the waterproof TPU shell wipes clean, and an integrated pocket holds ICECO's optional 250Wh battery for cooling away from the vehicle. It goes down to 21°F and runs on 12/24V DC only, with an input on each side.
The GO20 holds more (21 qt against 13.5 qt), has two zones and runs on AC as well as DC, but it is a hard-shell fridge with fold-flat handles rather than something you carry on your back. If the fridge stays in the truck or the camper, the GO20 is the more useful box. If it goes to the beach, the boat ramp or a day-use site with you, the GOPACK12 is built for that.
Also small: the 19.2 qt IPT20 stands tall rather than long and has wheels and a telescoping handle, shaped for a pickup cab. It is single zone and DC only.
Running a GO20 on a battery
ICECO's 0.433 kWh per 24 hours works out to about 433 Wh a day, or 18 W on average. A 100Ah LiFePO4 battery gives about 1,152 usable Wh (100Ah x 12.8 V x 0.9), so roughly 64 hours, or 2.7 days, before solar or driving tops it up. To replace a day's energy with solar takes about 115–145 W of panel (433 Wh ÷ 4–5 sun hours ÷ 0.75).
Real use goes up in hot weather, with frequent lid openings and with a freezer zone set low, so size with a margin. For the same math on the rest of the range, see how long a battery will run an ICECO fridge, or run your own numbers in the RV solar and battery calculator.
Setting up the two zones
With the partition in, set one side as a freezer and the other as a fridge from the control panel or the app. A freezer zone uses more energy to hold than a fridge zone, so if you only need cold drinks on a given trip, take the partition out and run the whole box at fridge temperature. For more on when two zones are worth it, read ICECO single vs dual zone.
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FAQ
Is the ICECO GO20 dual zone?
Yes. It has a removable partition. With it in, each side has its own temperature from 0°F to 50°F; with it out, it runs as one 21 qt compartment.
Can the GO20 run on household power?
Yes. It comes with an 80W AC adapter rated for 100-240V, as well as a 12/24V DC cable.
Is the GO20 heavier than the APL20?
Yes. ICECO lists the GO20 at 27.5 lb and the aluminum APL20 at 22.9 lb, both 21 qt.
What colors does the GO20 come in?
Grey and White.
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