ICECO APL20 21QT Single Zone Aluminum 12V Portable Fridge Freezer

The first unit I received, one of the metal contacts in the power port was pushed back so the plug couldn’t make contact. After a couple of emails with customer service they sent me a new unit within a week. Customer service were great and helpful, just too much lost time without a working product. The second unit after unpacking the power/temp screen was hanging out by the wires. Fortunately I was able to snap it back in. There is obviously a quality control issues with this product line that needs addressed. So far so good but I have concerns for longevity.

The Expedition During an 18‑day, 2,000‑mile overland trek across the rugged back‑roads of California and Nevada, my 4x4 overland trailer suffered a sudden roll‑over early in the journey. My two ICECO APL20 coolers rode the impact, endured the tumble, and kept the food and drinks at the right temperature for the entire expedition, although looking like battlescard warriors. They performed flawlessly even though they had been compromised with broken latches and cracked hinges. What Works Well Thermal Hold - Maintained frozen meals and chilled drinks despite hours of desert heat. Keeps nutrition and morale intact on long trips. Durability - Outer shells survived dents, dings, and the forces of a roll‑over. Proves ICECO’s rugged construction can handle abuse. Ease of Securing - A few velcro straps kept the doors shut while navigating rough terrain with broken hinges and latches. Simple, inexpensive trail fix allowed the unit to perform out on the trail, the way all of off-roading is meant to be. Insulation Quality - No frostbite on frozen items, no sweating on chilled items. Confirms the core insulation works as advertised. The Battle Scars (my fault) Physical Damage: Both units now bear scratches, dents and dings from the accident. True warriors. Nothing another set of covers will not solve. Hinge & Latch Failure: The most critical issue is broken hinges and latches on each door, preventing a proper seal. This is 100% my fault, not the product. It withstood my actions, that says a lot. Despite these scars, the refrigeration performance remains solid—thanks to the original engineering and the available protective covers I added. Why This Review Matters - I DON'T NORMALLY DO REVIEWS Authentic Field Test: Shows the APL20 can survive extreme conditions and still function. These two units took the abuse that they would not normally see in a lifetime in 18 days - dusty, rugged, hot, cold, wet, dry, violent and parked. Clear Issue Identification: ICECO customer support made it simple to identify the failed parts (hinges and latches) and made the communication process easy to verify the situation and support. Future Proofing: Once repaired, these coolers will continue to serve as live‑in testimonials for the brand within the over‑land community of their ruggedness and performance and a loyal customer moving forward. Customer Service I reached out to the ICECO support team for assistance in locating new latches and hinges. They reviewed my problem and helped me find a positive path of resolution as I thought I was bound to velcro straps forever or having to relieve these two of their duties permanently which would have been a very premature gesture. Outstanding products and customer service. Recommended and would buy again - FIVE STARS

It’s a good compact size refrigerator. Lightweight, clean design, sturdy latches that don’t rattle. ICECO’s customer service team has been good too. They plan on sending me their ICECO sleeping bag as a gift for some technical issues I had earlier on.

I have a JP30 for my wife, an APL55 for our camping and now the APL20 for my truck. The size is perfect for getting groceries, packing lunches, and for weekend trips. It's SO quiet! It sips power and looks gorgeous. We're a big fan of this addition. I really like how the lid can stay open while you load and unload it.

I bought APL20 for a supplemental fridge for camping. And also bought the protective case plus the battery pack. All are made from high quality materials. The fridge stays in the vehicle during travel, plugged into the battery that is plugged into the vehicle. If we spend the night in a motel the fridge continues to run by utilizing the battery that had been charging while driving. APL20 is great size that can be easily moved from the vehicle to inside the camper. It is quiet, looks sharp, and so handy. I added a thin shelf liner inside on the bottom to keep bottles from moving during transportation. We keep it in the vehicle even when we are not traveling. Very handy to keep grocery items cold or when you are taking a dish to a party. Recommend this chest for looks, durability, versatility.

I use this refrigerator in my semi truck and it works well. A little slow cooling down but when it reaches the teperature I set it on it stays at that temperature.

I got this as a replacement for my go20 from indiegogo. It’s lighter and uses barely any of my battery generator’s power. However it sounds louder to me and has an even bigger footprint than the small difference in dimensions due to the fact that the lid needs more clearance on the sides than the Go20 and the fact that it needs to be latched. I’m also not a fan of needing to make sure I turn it on again whenever I start the car when plugged into the 12v outlet whereas the go20 turned on automatically when it got power.

We took it on a weekend with 2 batteries, and it never used up the one. It cooled down quickly and was ready to go within minutes. I’m so glad we had it.

Thing is great use it for work keep drinks cold without added cost of ice this one is my first I will be buying another

I use this for my side-by-side and my Jeep works perfect love it love it.

Love this fridge and how efficient it runs using very little power. I used it with the PB250 and it easily kept things cold throughout the evening. If camping for a long weekend, this setup would be perfect if you’re driving between sites every day or use a solar panel to keep the power bank charged. The fridge is a perfect size for short getaways or if you’re camping by yourself. Just put in a few drinks at a time and replenish them as you pull one out.

Tried it at home with my power bank. I was impressed with how long the charge lasted.

The cooler itself is fantastic! Five stars all day… though, a little shorter long ways and a little taller would make it absolutely perfect. With the AC power bank plugged into a inverter inside the vehicle with windows up, no clouds, and no window tint set on medium protection, max power at -4 degrees it stays around 20 degrees inside the chest all day long. Can’t beat that… when you grab a bottle of water you have to chug it before the ice forms when you open it. It’s a race. The power bank leaves much to be desired. So it drops the score down in my opinion. It does work. It is convenient. However, it doesn’t power the fridge for very long. Even on eco mode set in the low to mid 30’s with the battery protection on medium. Whether leaving the thing in the car, setting it outside in the shade, or inside the house in the A/C, it may last 5-6 hours. If it’s set to max at anything less than 35 degrees, we’re talking 2.5hours max… plus… the magnet is awful, and it can’t be stuck to the side of the cooler.

I bought this refer due its small size. I also got the battery pack. It works great for road trips.

Very lightweight works fantastic

plugged in and it cooled almost immediately and works excellent. very fast cool down and quiet. that was in garage and will take camping in a week long trip. will keep everyone posted. but so far very happy.

This is the best portable refrigerator I have used. The battery lasts much longer than expected, never got below 75% over the night. Worth every penny.

We use our APL20 as a companion to our larger VL45GSN on travel and camping trips. The APL20 preserves our frozen items until our camper freezer attains the desired temperature. We also bring craft cocktail ice, and the APL20 keeps those big ice cubes ready for happy hour. It is a great little fridge/freezer. Very much recommend.

Love everything about my 21L! It is the perfect size for weekend trips to store drinks, snacks, and medical supplies. Being able to use the app to remotely monitor and control the temperature and zones is so handy.

This is my second ICECO fridge. The first one is still going strong. It was a game changer for camping. This will also be used for camping but now my girlfriend will be able to have ice cream at camp. It’s very well built. Also great for the roadtrips I go on for work.

This is my second Iceco refrigerator and it serves my quick trip needs perfectly. Just wish it was one or two inches higher so that water bottles would stand up rather then having to lay them down. It would also be nice if you were able to plug it in from either end. Still love it and as long as they continue to operate as long as they do, I will continue to purchase my camping refrigerators from Iceco