BLUETTI's MultiCooler takes a different approach from a classic 12V fridge: it has an ice maker built in and a bay for a swappable BLUETTI battery, so it can run for days with no vehicle or shore power. ICECO's APL and VL Pro fridges are conventional compressor fridges that run from your vehicle, a house battery, a power station or AC. This comparison uses only each brand's published specifications. It doesn't include prices or our own test results.
Specs side by side
| BLUETTI MultiCooler | ICECO APL55 | ICECO VL45ProS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 55 L total: 40 L fridge, 9 L ice maker, 6 L battery bay | 55 L | 45 L |
| Zones | Fridge/freezer compartment plus ice maker | Dual zone | Single zone |
| Weight | 52.9 lb (without battery) | 63.2 lb | 52.2 lb |
| Exterior (in) | 28 x 16.5 x 18.7 (without wheels and handle) | 29.7 x 18.9 x 19.3 | 28.1 x 15.9 x 18.1 |
| Temperature range | -4°F to 68°F | -4°F to 68°F | 0°F to 50°F |
| Ice maker | Yes, 24 cubes per batch plus a continuous mode | No | No |
| Battery | Optional B70 LiFePO4 pack, 716.8 Wh, fits inside | External battery or power station | External battery or power station |
| App | BLUETTI app | ICECO app (Bluetooth) | Check build |
| Compressor | Not stated | SECOP | SECOP |
When comparing capacity, note that BLUETTI's 55 L total includes the ice maker and battery bay. The fridge compartment itself is 40 L (42 qt), closer in usable space to ICECO's 45 L VL45ProS than to the 55 L APL55.
Power and runtime
- BLUETTI quotes 0.18 kWh per day in ECO mode, without stating ambient temperature or set point, and says one B70 battery cools for up to 3 days. It also lists up to 200 W of solar input when a B70 is fitted, and a car-socket input.
- ICECO publishes lab figures of 0.326 kWh per 24 hours for the APL55 and 0.510 kWh for the VL45ProS, also without stated conditions. ICECO fridges can't take solar directly; panels need a battery or power station in between.
Because neither brand states its test conditions, don't compare these numbers head to head. In hot weather, with frequent lid openings or while making ice, real use will be higher.
To give an ICECO fridge battery power away from the vehicle, pair it with the ICECO PB250 250Wh magnetic power bank or a portable power station; see the best power station for an ICECO fridge and what solar panel runs an ICECO fridge.
Warranty
ICECO covers the compressor for 5 years and other parts for 1 year (see our ICECO warranty guide). BLUETTI's listings give 2 years for the MultiCooler; the longer warranty shown on some BLUETTI pages applies to its batteries and power stations.
How to choose
- You want ice at camp: BLUETTI MultiCooler, the only one here with an ice maker.
- You want a self-contained, battery-in-the-box setup: MultiCooler with a B70 pack.
- You want true dual zone (fridge and freezer at once): ICECO APL55 or another ICECO dual zone model.
- You're wiring into a vehicle or RV 12V system: ICECO, with three-level battery protection to protect your starting battery.
- Longer compressor warranty: ICECO.
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FAQ
Does the BLUETTI MultiCooler come with a battery?
No. BLUETTI sells the B70 battery separately.
Can an ICECO fridge make ice?
Not automatically. ICECO fridges set to freezer temperatures will freeze an ice tray, but none of the ICECO models we sell has a built-in ice maker.
Which is lighter?
Without a battery, the MultiCooler (52.9 lb) and ICECO VL45ProS (52.2 lb) are almost the same. The ICECO APL55 is 63.2 lb but has a 55 L dual zone cabinet.