ICECO's JP Pro fridges are single zone 12V compressor fridge freezers on two wheels. The JP40 Pro holds 40 qt and the JP50 Pro holds 51 qt, and they share the same footprint, the same features and nearly the same weight. Here is what separates them, using ICECO's figures, and how they compare with the steel VL Pro fridges.
The short answer: the two JP Pro models differ mainly in height and capacity. The JP50 Pro is 3 in taller, holds 11 qt more (64 cans against 52) and weighs only 1.6 lb more. Buy the JP40 Pro if it has to fit under a low cover or seat, or if you want the smaller daily energy use. Buy the JP50 Pro if you have the height to spare and feed more than two people.
JP40 Pro vs JP50 Pro: spec comparison
| Spec | JP40 Pro | JP50 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 40 qt / 37 L | 51 qt / 47 L |
| Standard cans (ICECO rating) | 52 | 64 |
| Zones | Single | Single |
| Temperature range | -4°F to 68°F | -4°F to 68°F |
| Compressor | Secop (Danfoss) | Secop (Danfoss) |
| Exterior size | 28.5 x 13.8 x 18.0 in | 28.5 x 13.8 x 21.0 in |
| Weight | 39.1 lb | 40.7 lb |
| Energy use (ICECO lab figure) | 0.323 kWh per 24 h | 0.405 kWh per 24 h |
| Power input | 12/24V DC or 110-120V AC | 12/24V DC or 110-120V AC |
| In the box | Insulated cover, basket, DC cable, AC cord | Insulated cover, basket, DC cable, AC cord |
| Warranty | 5 years compressor, 1 year other parts | 5 years compressor, 1 year other parts |
All figures are ICECO's.
Capacity: what the extra 11 quarts buys
Both fridges stand on the same 28.5 x 13.8 in footprint. ICECO gets the JP50 Pro's extra space by making it taller, 21.0 in against 18.0 in, so you gain capacity without giving up more floor. In practice that is the difference between 52 and 64 standard cans by ICECO's count, about a quarter more room.
The JP40 Pro suits a couple or a small family on a weekend in a travel trailer, van or truck bed. The JP50 Pro suits a family trip, a longer stretch between grocery runs, or anyone who wants the fridge to double as a freezer for a few days' meat.
Wheels, handle and lid
The wheels are the reason to choose a JP Pro. Each model has two wheels and a fold-out magnetic handle on one end, with a carry handle on the other, so you tip it back and roll it from the RV to the picnic table instead of carrying around 40 lb.
The lid opens from the left or the right, or lifts off, which helps when the fridge sits against a wall or in a narrow bay. DC sockets on both ends let you plug in from whichever side faces the outlet. Both models also have an open-lid alarm, a UV light that runs for 30 minutes after power-on to freshen the interior, a USB port for charging a phone while running on DC, and ICECO rates them to run at up to 40 degrees of tilt.
Power: DC, AC and what they use
Both JP Pro fridges run on 12V or 24V DC from a vehicle or house battery, and plug straight into a 110-120V AC outlet with the included AC cord, with no separate adapter. Max mode pulls the temperature down quickly; ICECO's lab figure for the JP40 Pro is 77°F to -4°F in about 38 minutes. Eco mode trims power use once the box is cold, and three-level battery protection switches the compressor off before your battery runs too low. The ICECO app shows and sets the temperature over Bluetooth.
ICECO rates the JP40 Pro at 0.323 kWh per 24 hours and the JP50 Pro at 0.405 kWh. ICECO does not state the test conditions, so treat these as a starting point. Worked out simply:
- JP40 Pro: 323 Wh a day is about 13.5 W on average. A 100Ah LiFePO4 battery gives about 1,152 usable Wh (100Ah x 12.8 V x 0.9), or roughly 86 hours (3.6 days). To replace that energy with solar takes about 85–110 W of panel (323 Wh ÷ 4–5 sun hours ÷ 0.75).
- JP50 Pro: 405 Wh a day is about 16.9 W on average, or roughly 68 hours (2.8 days) on the same battery. Solar to break even is about 110–135 W of panel.
Heat, lid openings and a freezer set point all raise real use, so size with a margin. Away from the vehicle, ICECO's PB250 magnetic power bank is a 250Wh battery made for its fridges, and ICECO quotes about 7 hours on a JP Pro fridge. For more runtime math, see how long a battery will run an ICECO fridge.
JP Pro vs VL Pro: how they compare
The closest models in ICECO's steel VL Pro line are the single zone VL35ProS and VL45ProS. Size for size, the JP Pro models hold a little more and weigh noticeably less.
| Model | Capacity | Size (in) | Weight | Range | Energy per 24 h |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JP40 Pro | 40 qt / 37 L | 28.5 x 13.8 x 18.0 | 39.1 lb | -4°F to 68°F | 0.323 kWh |
| VL35ProS | 37 qt / 35 L | 28.1 x 15.9 x 15.7 | 48.7 lb | 0°F to 50°F | 0.430 kWh |
| JP50 Pro | 51 qt / 47 L | 28.5 x 13.8 x 21.0 | 40.7 lb | -4°F to 68°F | 0.405 kWh |
| VL45ProS | 47.5 qt / 45 L | 28.1 x 15.9 x 18.1 | 52.2 lb | 0°F to 50°F | 0.510 kWh |
The differences that matter:
- Weight. The JP40 Pro is 9.6 lb lighter than the VL35ProS, and the JP50 Pro is 11.5 lb lighter than the VL45ProS, and both have wheels. If you move the fridge in and out of the rig, that adds up.
- Shape. The JP Pro models are 2.1 in narrower but taller. The VL35ProS is the lower box if height under a tonneau or bench is your limit.
- Temperature. The JP Pro range runs from -4°F to 68°F, against 0°F to 50°F on the VL Pro models.
- What's included. The JP Pro models come with an insulated cover and a basket. VL Pro covers are sold separately, and our VL Pro listings say app control is on Bluetooth builds only, so ask us before you order if you need it. App control is standard on the JP Pro.
- Case. The VL Pro fridges have steel cases and weatherproof control panels, built for a fridge that lives on a slide in a truck bed and gets knocked around. If that is your use, the VL Pro is still the tougher choice.
For the aluminum side of the range, read ICECO APL vs VL Pro.
Slides and fit
If the fridge will live in a truck bed or storage bay, both JP Pro models fit ICECO's slide mount for the VL35ProS, VL45ProS and APL35, the same slide those VL Pro and APL fridges use. It locks closed, half open or fully extended, and adds 2.62 in of height. Add that to the fridge height (18.0 in or 21.0 in) and compare it with the space under your tonneau, shell or bench. Our guide to which ICECO fridge fits your truck or van shows how to measure.
Need two zones instead?
Both JP Pro models are single zone. If you want a freezer and a fridge in one box, look at the 21 qt GO20, the 37 qt APL35, the 45 qt VL45ProD or the 63 qt two-lid VL60D. ICECO single vs dual zone explains the trade-off.
Which one to choose
- Choose the JP40 Pro if height is tight, you are one or two people on weekend trips, or you want the lower daily energy figure for a small battery.
- Choose the JP50 Pro if you have the 21 in of height, you cook for a family, or you go longer between grocery runs. You get 11 qt more space for 1.6 lb more weight.
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FAQ
Are the JP40 Pro and JP50 Pro dual zone?
No. Both are single zone, so the whole box runs at one temperature anywhere from -4°F to 68°F, as a fridge or as a freezer.
Does a cover come with the JP Pro?
Yes. ICECO includes an insulated cover and a basket with both models.
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