Bodega Portable Car Fridge/Freezer Review

Hey, everyone! Today, I'm reviewing and testing this portable car fridge/freezer combo by Bodega! I'm impressed and happy with it so far, and will continue to test it. I have product links listed below for 3 different sizes that they offer if you're interested. Currently, there's a deal going on with all their coolers, and for Memorial Day, they have 15% off sitewide. Enjoy!
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BODEGA 38 QT portable fridge/freezer - amzn.to/3G9ZdWS
BODEGA 53 QT portable fridge/freezer (as seen in this video) - amzn.to/3MA8rOF
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BODEGA website - www.bodegacooler.com/
0:00 - Intro
0:09 - Discussing what will be covered in this video
0:31 - Going over the 53 Qt cost, specs, and features
3:37 - Going over the 3 different sizes in this product family and product rating
3:58 - First in person view of the Bodega fridge/cooler and going over main features
4:47 - Identifying the different zones, showing the drain, divider, and baskets
5:54 - More product features and covering the weight
6:09 - Shake/rattle test
6:47 - Connecting the 120v wall power cord
7:13 - First power up
7:27 - Going over the USB port and power display
8:38 - Powering off the unit
9:02 - Starting the first test
9:45 - Explaining the cooling operation
10:22 - First cooling test results
10:52 - dB test
11:55 - Bringing the unit outside to test in a vehicle and briefly covering the wheels
12:23 - Connecting the 12v power cord
12:38 - Explaining vehicle 12v operation
13:44 - Downloading the app and connecting
14:27 - Going over app display and functions
15:45 - Audible sound test in vehicle
16:00 - Driving around while the fridge/freezer cools for second test
16:15 - Second test results
16:38 - Checking heat of working components
17:00 - Final thoughts
17:48 - Outro
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[@_The_Captain]

Easily the most useful review on the internet!! Thank you for your attention to detail and actually helping me make an informed choice! 😀

[@TonyTheTruckGuy]

Glad it was helpful!

[@wisperone11]

This is a really cool freezer/fridge. I have the rugged version with the cool wheels and tow bar and I used it for the first time going cross country. I kept it in my little RV (using the DC) because the 3way fridge in the RV just barely keeps stuff cool. When I stopped the first time to check it, (about 6 hrs into my trip) everything was frozen…I forgot to set the temps! So yes it works great. While at my nephew’s house I kept it plugged into power and for 2 months it ran perfectly. I then unplugged it and removed my stuff and it was still frozen! This is a great cooler! I have the 37 qt.

[@TonyTheTruckGuy]

Great to hear! Aside from the weight of the product itself being a bit much, this thing has been super useful for me so far for keeping things cool on road trips or while traveling!

[@nwader]

Great video sir!!! Thanks for doing this.

[@Honeygirl1611]

Thank you for your excellent review. I couldn’t figure how how to get my freezer section colder than the refrigerator side (accidentally had the frig/freezer backwards), thank you for helping me figure it out. I’m feeling much more Intelligent now, lol!

[@TonyTheTruckGuy]

Glad I could help!

[@HellCat838whp]

You did the best job/video on this item I have seen out of the more than 10 I have watched. Thank you sir.

[@TonyTheTruckGuy]

Glad you found it useful and thanks for the positive feedback!

[@dougrichardson1980]

Very informative and to the point… i just bought one on amazon for black friday special. I figured I would take advantage of the price and buy it first and then re-search later. Thank you!

[@TonyTheTruckGuy]

Thanks for the feedback! Mine has held up and still working properly so hopefully you’ll have the same experience.

[@edcolihan163]

What was the black Friday price?

[@dougrichardson1980]

I think it was about 260

[@robertpaulson341]

Fantastic review; really appreciate the detail and items covered. Do you happen to know what the wattage draw is (maybe I missed it in the video)?

[@TonyTheTruckGuy]

I don’t think I mentioned it. Their Amazon listing claims 60 watts.

[@miken4552]

It’s 60 watts if you’re just starting it up but if you get it to temp before hand and put it into eco mode, it’s about 20-30 watts. Set the freezer to 10 degrees for best power efficiency.

[@jasonbrown467]

i just ordered the 53wt model, it appears to be the same thing that is in this video. i got it from amzon for $270, must be considered an out of season item now to get such a good price

[@TonyTheTruckGuy]

Wow that’s a great price! Just used mine again this weekend haha

[@sheliahernandez1780]

Awesome review. I’m mostly interested in using it as one zone freezer in my motorhome basement. Does the fridge zone temp go as low as the freezer zone? Thanks.

[@TonyTheTruckGuy]

I’m not sure about the other models, but the one in this video goes to -4°F for the freezer, and +14°F for the fridge.

[@razc6738]

Hi, Is it only me but I'm not able to connect over bluetooth this Bodega units ? Even following their protocol, there is no blinking icon for pairing, no real visibility on the cell bluetooth scan etc. Only succeded for wifi connection, but this is not a real scenario for road usage. Thx for comments

[@TonyTheTruckGuy]

Do you have this exact cooler? And you did download the correct app to try and pair with the cooler, correct?

[@jbessonette9481]

Same issue and exact cooler. Do not recommend for this reason.

[@jondaly8227]

Does it work when not connected to mains voltage or car 12v connection. As it shows a battery indicator?

[@TonyTheTruckGuy]

Yeah that’s misleading. If there’s a way for it to run on some sort of battery, I haven’t been able to figure it out yet. I’ll have to play with it some more but I think that basically just lets you know it’s getting power.

[@jondaly8227]

I think it only works when power is from these sources. U have to buy a battery

[@TonyTheTruckGuy]

@@jondaly8227 Ah! That would make the most sense. Did you find it on their website? Curious how much battery with power cord would be.

[@ExploringCabinsandMines]

The only thing that concerns me about all of these coolers is the warranty and who will fix them.

[@TonyTheTruckGuy]

Yeah I don’t blame you. Luck of the draw kind of. I’d imagine I’d be buying a new one if anything happened to this one 😂😭

[@Lasharella]

I’ve had this fridge for 2 years almost and now it went bad and don’t know what to do, mine is big one too 80qt

[@ja9915]

Just got the T 60 today. Does your fridge temp drop WAYYY below set temp ? I set mine at 35F & freezer at -2. The fridge drops down to 9F. Is that normal ?

[@TonyTheTruckGuy]

It might drop down for a bit like that until everything equalizes. I also found that if you have the freezer set super low, you may want to set the fridge portion a little higher than normal because some of the cold from the freezer portion will bleed into the fridge portion.

[@ja9915]

Yeah, got it figured out. Let it run all night, by morning temps had stabilzed. Thanks for the informative review & your reply.

[@TonyTheTruckGuy]

@@ja9915 No problem, glad to hear it’s all evened out!

[@Lasharella]

I’ve had this fridge for 2 years almost and now it went bad and don’t know what to do, mine is big one too 80qt

[@TonyTheTruckGuy]

Sorry to hear that, mine has been working well and I’ve had it just about 2 years. I would try to contact them and see if it would be covered under warranty since the motor is 3 year warranty and the rest is 2 year warranty!

[@Lasharella]

@@TonyTheTruckGuy thank you for letting me know about warranty I had no clue, so I’m still good but the company is based out of chine I think and I don’t know how they would help me.

[@Lasharella]

@@TonyTheTruckGuy but I think I used the shit out of it though I was using it like house fridge in my truck as OTR trucker

[@TonyTheTruckGuy]

@@Lasharella Haha yeah I’ve used mine like that for a few weekend trips but luckily mine is still kicking. Yeah I’m not sure what they’d do being in China and all, but still may be worth emailing or messaging on Amazon.

[@pablo_the_propyro]

that price is crazy i picked one up from my work warehouse sale for 10 bucks 🤣

[@TonyTheTruckGuy]

That will never happen again lol

[@Cometxx6]

I have the 64qt and I’m having issues connecting to Bluetooth

[@TonyTheTruckGuy]

Just the app doesn’t want to connect with the cooler?

[@Cometxx6]

@@TonyTheTruckGuy correct

[@TonyTheTruckGuy]

@@Cometxx6 Have you tried unplugging the cooler for a few minutes and then try pairing bluetooth again? Might be an app issue as well. I'd try deleting the app and download it again.

[@Cometxx6]

@lindseytaylor2128what app are you using for your 64 qt?

[@hoogstraten4271]

Can it be locked?! 🔐 🔒

[@TonyTheTruckGuy]

There’s no locking device or anywhere to put a lock.

[@elizabethestabrooks7710]

I just bought this T50 six weeks and twice have had 3 dashes come up on the refrigerator screen. Ambient temperature this time 61, ambient temperature last time 75. There is nothing on the troubleshooting guide or manual about how to fix. Worse. They literally have NO customer service. The only way to get in touch is by email, and they do not respond. I advise people not to buy from this company.

[@TonyTheTruckGuy]

I’m sorry to hear you’ve had bad luck with yours and are having a hard time contacting customer support. Did you purchase from their website or on Amazon?