BODEGACOOLER (often shortened to Bodega) sells budget-to-mid-price 12V compressor fridges, from small single zone units to 100-quart dual zone models. ICECO covers a similar size range with SECOP compressors and a longer compressor warranty. This comparison uses only each brand's published specifications. Where Bodega's own pages give more than one figure, we show the range. We include no prices or test results of our own.
Bodega is a separate company from BougeRV; the similar names cause a lot of confusion.
Size-for-size comparison
| Model | Capacity | Zones | Weight | Exterior (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bodega G18T | 18 L / 19 qt | Single | 23.0 lb (10.45 kg) | 19.7 x 14.0 x 12.4 |
| ICECO APL20 | 20 L / 21 qt | Single | - | - |
| Bodega T50 | 50 L / 53 qt (30 + 23 qt) | Dual (movable divider) | 42.9 lb | 28.5 x 14.1 x 18 |
| ICECO VL45ProD | 42.5 L / 45 qt | Dual | 53.4 lb | 28.1 x 15.9 x 18.1 |
| ICECO APL55 | 55 L / 58 qt | Dual | 63.2 lb | 29.7 x 18.9 x 19.3 |
| Bodega TWW75 | 75 L / 80 qt (48 + 31 qt) | Dual | 56.6-66.9 lb (listed figures vary) | about 32.5-36.9 x 21 x 18.3-18.5 (listed figures vary) |
| ICECO VL75ProD | 75 L / 79 qt | Dual | 69.6 lb | 36.5 x 18.5 x 18.1 |
| Bodega TWW95 | 95 L / 100 qt (60 + 40 qt) | Dual | 61.7-70.9 lb (listed figures vary) | 39.5 x 22.5 x 18.3 |
| ICECO VL90ProD | 90 L / 95 qt | Dual | 75.1 lb | 38.3 x 20.7 x 18.1 |
Weight and size
Bodega's fridges are lighter at every size: the T50 is 42.9 lb against 53.4 lb for ICECO's steel VL45ProD, and even Bodega's highest listed TWW95 weight (70.9 lb) is below ICECO's 75.1 lb VL90ProD. The TWW95 is also slightly bigger inside (95 L vs 90 L) and slightly larger outside.
Compressor, temperature and features
- Compressor: ICECO uses SECOP compressors. Bodega doesn't name its compressor brand.
- Temperature range: Bodega lists -4°F to 68°F on the T50, TWW75 and TWW95. ICECO rates the APL series -4°F to 68°F and the VL Pro series 0°F to 50°F.
- App: Bodega lists app control on the T50 and TWW95. ICECO lists Bluetooth app control on the APL55, VL45ProD, VL45PLUS and GO20 (see our ICECO app guide).
- Battery protection: both brands offer three levels (H/M/L). ICECO publishes the cut-off voltages (see our guide); Bodega doesn't.
- Solar: Bodega lists a 5.5 mm solar port on the TWW75. ICECO fridges need a battery or power station between the panel and the fridge (see what solar panel runs an ICECO fridge).
- Power: both run on 12/24V DC and 100-240V AC.
Power use
Bodega lists rated power (for example MAX 60 W / ECO 45 W for the T50 and 90 W for the TWW models) and says the T50 uses "well below 1kWh per day". ICECO publishes lab kWh per 24 hours, such as 0.636 kWh for the VL75ProD and 0.658 kWh for the VL90ProD. Neither brand states its test conditions, so these figures can't be compared directly.
Warranty
ICECO covers the compressor for 5 years and other parts for 1 year (see our ICECO warranty guide). Bodega's product pages advertise a 2-year warranty on the compressor and all accessories. Its warranty page says the standard warranty is 1 year, extended to 2 years if you register, for purchases from Bodega's official site.
How to choose
- Lighter cabinet: Bodega.
- Branded SECOP compressor and 5-year compressor warranty: ICECO.
- Fixed, independently controlled dual zones at 45 L: ICECO VL45ProD.
- Published battery protection voltages and consistent spec figures: ICECO.
- Largest capacity: Bodega TWW95 (95 L) edges ICECO's VL90ProD (90 L).
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FAQ
Is BODEGACOOLER the same as BougeRV?
No. They are separate companies with their own websites.
Which is lighter, Bodega or ICECO?
Bodega, at comparable sizes. The T50 is 42.9 lb; ICECO's VL45ProD is 53.4 lb.
Which has the longer warranty?
ICECO covers the compressor for 5 years. Bodega offers 1 year, or 2 years with registration on official-site purchases.