ICECO TR45 12Volt Refrigerator - In Depth Review

[@1954shadow]

I see a comment about this not being about traveling, indeed it is. To travel like this channel does, you have to have certain elements to do so, power, storage, food storage, etc. Information disseminated herein, is invaluable, saves time for trial and error because, someone else has gone to the time and expense to do so, we get to use this info for free, win, win.

[@littleness2761]

Plus, Rick is easier to understand than most of the fridge manuals I've seen. Hahaha.

[@1954shadow]

@@littleness2761 Bingo!

[@vincenzodemarco7983]

GEEZS, I Can't believe how Rude some people are. Rick & Linda have The Best Travel Channel be it 'off road' or 'paved' for us to Enjoy and Learn from. (another Larry-loser I guess. May they get four-flats & a blown head gasket for breakfast 😂 🤣 😁) Gonagain Rules🥇👍👊👏👏👏🍺

[@nancyst.john-smith3891]

I sure appreciate your reviews, Rick. I worked in technical jobs for a good part of my work life. Reproducible results with duplicated parameters and measured outcomes really speak to me. Passing along savings to your audience speaks volumes. Thank you for the effort! For a retired guy you sure work a lot for us!!

[@gonagain]

Thank you!

[@carollyngillespie3860]

I have found, over the years, that middle of the road products perform just as well or better. They are trying to be name brand or the company truly just wants to serve their customers. I like mid-road.

[@gonagain]

Here's something for you, Carollyn. When I was young, my Dad told me, "If you can only afford the cheapest of the best, then it's better to buy the best of the cheapest because that company has put all they have into that product". That goes along perfectly with what you said.

[@donteatthefoxgloves377]

That fridge would look better with some Gonagain stickers on it!🌿🌿🌿

[@3generations393]

Thank you Rick & Linda. Someday but not today 👍

[@drillsergeant5338]

I have an ICECO 53ish. It's great. I have had it for 2 years. I keep it at 32 degrees. Works great an AC or DC. I mentioned it to you once on yur blog. Cheers. You guys are the best.

[@gonagain]

Thanks for sharing the report on your ICECO. It's good to hear an actual long term review!

[@chrispycriter6682]

I run mine as cold as I can during the day at 5f and turn it off at night and its about 25Fin the morning, I have an alpacool50c I think//I got mine raped in reflecticts/and on eco full time/allways giving you a thumbs up

[@gonagain]

Now that's a different way of running these. You're using the power while you have the solar, good thinking!

[@patricklondon6006]

Rick, Another Great review! This unit being so lightweight it would be great for back packing.😂🤣

[@gonagain]

LOL

[@chrispycriter6682]

But icecream would make it easier

[@ADONAIsays-so]

Great review! It's very nice that ICECO offers that 20% off.

[@Hiker_Mike]

I run my ICECO at Max mode -4 degrees during the day when the solar is working and change the settings to Eco mode @ +15 degrees at night... this way there's enough AGM battery charge left for the heater fan at night.

[@gonagain]

Good method! Another person used a similar approach, only the settings being slightly different. That makes the best use of your solar!

[@Bacnow]

My budget for a decent cooler plus a premium powerplant is $1200 -$1300 ($600 + $600-ish)! So, i am happy that i just bought this bad boy for $339 (40% discount = $220 off MSRP)! For that price you get a 45L cooler with a premium compressor and decent build quality! I’m going to use that $220 savings and upgrade to the EcoFlow Delta 2 (instead of the River 2 Pro that i previously had on my short list) because of it’s increased versatility! I know there are newer and sexier coolers available but that price sealed the deal for me!

[@gonagain]

This refrigerator continues to work very well fo us.

[@bertkelly7650]

Thanks for the review. For $700 I can buy 350 bags of ice and won't use any power. Might have to run for more every 3 days, but still. If you have the room, freeze jugs of water for your trips. They last longer, don't have a water mess, don't cost much and you can use the melted water for your insulated water bottles or for food processing. Win win win!

[@chrispycriter6682]

But I like 🍨 icecream once in a while,I got my fridge for a$100 on fb marketplace,i started with200w of solar to charge a 350wh solar generator for my wifes C-pap,then I saw the fridge and I thaught about ice cream lol and we don't NEED ice now, but its good in a regular cooler for stuff we don't freeze ,and for drinks,when that ice cold pepsi hits the back of your throat BAM im chillen lol

[@manuelvargas2608]

Except that you are likely using a $400 cooler to save on ice. Also when out in the boonies ice is $4 a bag if you can find it. At least that is my experience.

[@bertkelly7650]

@@manuelvargas2608 Nope just your everyday $30 blue coleman pull behind. PA state park campgrounds are now offering wood and ice delivered to your site. Haven't checked to see how much, but they offer it.

[@hldye7442]

Thanks for doing this test & review on the ICECO / I am going to Buy one of these :)

[@gonagain]

You won't be disappointed, the one we have is doing just great.

[@jwal1037]

Thank You very much, great info. This is the one I want. I am building a drawer just inside the side door of my van, near the floor. This model will allow me to load from the outside after we shop and access it while inside. Very handy. Love your channel, some of everything, just like real life. Great ideas, beautiful travels, calm and sensible....James

[@chrispycriter6682]

just be carful to leave room to not cover up the vents on the fridge

[@gonagain]

Good tip!

[@wrbruce6100]

I think it is good to be able to see the products you can take with you on your travels. It takes a lot of the wondering out of what do I have to buy, what’s good or not worth spending your money on. Like myself and other people, we have no idea what is out on the market. You are doing a fine job my friend. Keep up the good video’s. Take care and stay safe.

[@gonagain]

Thank you, wr bruce. Appreciate your comment very much.

[@StepvanDan]

Great video ,i want one ,saving up ,thank you for sharing all this great info Rick,big hugs to you both from MN

[@amyslaughter8788]

For your actual use test - what was the temp inside your trailer? I really want this one and the only other question I am dealing an answer to is how well it does in a hot zone, like the inside of a trailer without AC running. Thanks for these reviews. I love your channel and like seeing Linda participate! I imagine I could sit for hours and listen to you both.

[@gonagain]

Thanks for your kind comment, Amy. As for the fridge, it was 90deg in the trailer or higher during the day and 70 to 80deg at night. The refrigerator did just fine.

[@milesbliss3256]

Great review. You are very professional yet explain it at a normal level. I do not have a 12v cooler yet. Enjoy the fall it's fast approaching. Stay warm and healthy

[@gonagain]

Thanks Miles!

[@yokihomesteadlyfestyle8524]

Love it With all that are available these days. A excellent review helps with choice. Thank you!✅

[@gonagain]

You're welcome!

[@RVingwithG]

NICE Cooler! ! ! ! I will be looking for one too! Great deal that you have all those cooler.

[@gonagain]

This one is the best quality and the quietest if you can afford the extra cost.

[@RVingwithG]

@@gonagain I have the Whynter 65Q but it weights 60# + empty... and it is a this OR That. I would Love to find a true duo zone to have both.

[@tonymai1844]

it seem very quiet fridge. I can't wait for my 50qt Iceco to get home t test it out.

[@gonagain]

You're going to like the ICECO refrigerator.

[@PlainStraightShooter]

Looks like a good deal. Hope the transmission is doing ok.

[@gonagain]

It's working great and thank you for asking, Brandon.

[@robertw1962]

I like the side opening lid. Inside looks smaller than my current 45 qt. Nice review and will look at them when its time to replace my current one. Thanks!

[@scenicdriveways6708]

Nice review Rick. Looks like a good size fridge. Perfect for traveling or prepping. JT

[@gonagain]

It's the best built and is very quiet.

[@cajunjamis9001]

Thanks, Rick !!!

[@1949johntiger]

Great review, well done, Thank You.

[@michaelc891]

Good product review. Appreciate the information.

[@Red84]

Great review!

[@dhu1042476]

Good review Sir. I expect my ebay score fridge will be going out soon and am looking for a backup just in case. Thank you for info on the danfoss compressor.

[@glenschumannGlensWorkshop]

Thanks

[@skipsamples2647]

I like your videos on the fridges. I have a 12v fridge and reviews have been good. I tested it for several months and it ran great. Took on a camping/fly fishing trip and was great for almost a week then stopped chilling. It runs but not cooling down. Good think I still had a cooler for backup. Now have to deal with replacement. Someday will pull the trigger on an ICECO but need something at 30 to 35, space restrictions. I do have a question for you, what is the minimum spacing around the vents? I was told 2 inches and I wonder if that may be the issue. Thanks for the video.

[@gonagain]

They definitely need space to breathe. I don't even use the cover that some of these come with because the mesh over the vents is too restrictive. Don't place them in the sun either.

[@vicO1323]

I got one when it was a Indiegogo. I waited 3 months for delivery. The temperature control didn't work and it had scratches inside the fridge. It was used and broken before I received it. It took another month for them to refund my money.

[@gonagain]

Don't know what happened there, Vic, but I'm sorry that happened to you.

[@vicO1323]

@@gonagain You shouldn't be sorry. Iceco should be sorry.

[@1949johntiger]

Yes, mine was also from Indiegogo(JCP42), also 3 months for delivery. The Temperature Control was hanging out of the main cooler body by the wires when I received it:(( After I contact them for return info, they suggest I superglue it back in and see if It works right, which It did. So I kept it, & it seems to be working fine since.

[@sherylbentley3724]

👋🌴🍊🐊🌺 always informative and entertaining

[@newman_LaRue_Jr]

Thanks for the info

[@huffpappy]

Just bought one today (3/22/2023) for $339.00 and free shipping from Iceco, 40% off!

[@gonagain]

Great deal on a very good refrigerator.

[@richardeckert6130]

Great video thats for info

[@MrAndycm]

Rick, I think you mentioned that you piloted an airplane for a living. Please tell us what planes you flew and why you got into aviation. Thanks

[@gonagain]

I'll try to include that in a future video.

[@MrAndycm]

@@gonagain thanks

[@linwest2829]

New to this. Live alone. Just bought one for emergency backup based on your video!. I’ll use to put my frozen food in an emergency. What are your recommendations on solar unit size, brand, and size of solar panels to keep it running for 48 hours. Any help would be appreciated!,, Feeling overwhelmed.

[@gonagain]

If you can afford it, the Xtar XP100 panels are the best as far as output goes, and two of the is even better. That said, the inexpensive Itehil panels work just fine too. We use them both, on every trip. Bodega just came out with a 200 watt panel that we'll be testing soon.

[@doingitwithnothing]

Great price

[@Danny.Spurling]

Nice

[@davefrysinger8445]

Where is the video on the sharp wheels? Gonagain Wagon got bling.

[@gonagain]

I didn't do one, just being modest I guess. I just got tired of repainting those steel rims!

[@williammccaslin8527]

Thx for the vid

[@VELOPERS]

Re: EB70... Correct me if I`m wrong. So its my understanding that when all 5 bars are lit its 81-100%, 1 bar is gone the the percentage is 61-80%, 2 gone 41-60%, 3 gone 21-40%, 4 gone 1-21% and no bars its dead.

[@gonagain]

Yes, you're exactly right.

[@alsantos5518]

Thnks for the review.. kindly explain how you calculate .18kwh to 8wh and what was the device you used to measure it on the wall

[@gonagain]

Hello Al! The device I used is available in most hardware stores and is called a Kill-A-Watt meter. They're not very expensive and can be used on any 110v appliance to see how it's performing. What I measured was how many kilowatts the refrigerator used in 24 hours (.18 = 180) and divided that by 24 hours.

[@alsantos5518]

@@gonagain Thanks again

[@astrodb4487]

Do they let you keep them?

[@cetifoxproductions]

So, would you say this one is your favorite among the ones you've reviewed so far?

[@gonagain]

This is the best quality so far, but I have to say that they all seem to work just fine. I like the big one that we got from Bodega and also the Setpower one as well. But this is the one we took on this current trip and it's doing great!

[@cetifoxproductions]

@@gonagain Fair enough! Thanks again for keeping us all informed. This evening I just finished replacing our simple crank vent with a MaxxFan, so I'll have to see how much that can control the heat in our trailer. Up to this point, I think ANY 12v refrigerator would have to work too hard. But it may be that the Iceco is efficient enough to handle it.

[@bryanhachey]

Do you still use this fridge? Can you still recommend it?

[@gonagain]

We still have it and it's a great fridge. ICECO is a good solid brand.

[@jeffreykropp7664]

We have been using ICECO JP40 successfully for about 6 months. Mostly in our Jeep for keeping groceries cold or frozen from store to home. How is your tranny doing?

[@gonagain]

The tranny is doing great! Thanks for the review of your ICECO.

[@pushythom]

We are trying to figure out the wattage we use in our skoolie, and saw that you had a wattage meter. Is there a link or what brand is it?

[@gonagain]

Here it is for you: amzn.to/3kGtD8Z

[@pushythom]

Thank you for taking the time to answer our question. :)

[@leepatton1180]

Can you clarify does it also work on 110v ac or just dc

[@jimb5113]

A wall-wort shows while inside the house and showing the draw at the house plug. Also, he was checking house draw from 110V but the unit plug is DC. That would require a wall-wort.

[@jamesrichardson1326]

Where do you put your beer Rick?

[@1954shadow]

On the cold side, lol.

[@eutimiochavez415]

In the cooler why

[@garyzimmerman3648]

when will we [your fans] get a update on your transmission?

[@gonagain]

You must have missed that video. We repaired in camp, replaced the solenoids, and we're back on the road.

[@pjf7943]

55 watts sounds high. 3.8 x 12 = 45.8 watts and still a bit high....? Did I do something wrong..? Help me, please... if it draws 55 watts about 50% of the time (30 minutes+27.5 watts per hour), how does that compute to 1.8k watts or 8 watts per hour..??

[@gonagain]

Hi pjf! It's because it doesn't run that long per hour, even in 90 degree heat. That's where it will be in refrigerator mode on the ECO setting and at about 33-35 degrees F. If you set it to freeze at around 15F it will use about twice as much current and at 0F it will use about 3 times as much. To freeze you will also have it on "Max" mode. We always only use it as a refrigerator on our trips and stop for ice cream when the need arises! This ICECO has really great insulation and that helps a lot.

[@vincenzodemarco7983]

Hi Rick, Hi Linda. Ok, another Good Review. Interesting that there are multiple different types and features. All Great Information. Thank You.---On a similar subject, I'm looking & hoping to find a company that makes Small-Portable-AC Units. (I finally received the three mini-ac units from a company called 'Blaux') and All three Didn't Work At All. A Complete Scam. I did get a slight refund Twice, while waiting for almost 2-1/2 months, but I'm stuck with 'plastic targets'. In Any case, is there to your knowledge a Miracle Company that makes a REAL/TRUE mini AC suitable for our needs in our Cargo Rigs??? I have only found One Such animal at $999, plus another $400 for a rechargeable battery that fits into the bottom. I forget the name, but it will be easy to find. It has Two Large exhaust pipes and is easy to identify. The problem is, the battery only has a 5-hour life span. Definitely Not Enough for our needs. One would think that this issue of a Must-Needed piece of equipment would be Available at this Stage of the game??? I'm Still looking, but maybe you have an idea or Inside Connection with the different manufacturers that you present & review??? Rick, Help, 🥴 we Nomads Need something of this sort. I will let you know if I find anything that Really Works. (I Truly had thought this issue would have been addressed by now) I'm Stumped. Also, I'm Relieved that you have Fixed your Transmission. Good Show👌👏👏👏

[@gonagain]

Good question Vincenzo and I don't have an answer for you. The only thing I see on the CT forums is that most people suggest using the minisplits, of which I have no knowledge. We're able to stay in the less humid areas and higher elevations or latitude to avoid most of that. I have thought that, if absolutely necessary, and I found myself having to camp in high humidity, I would opt for a small, inexpensive 110v window AC and run it off a generator until the evening cooled down a bit.

[@vincenzodemarco7983]

@@gonagain Oh Nice, thanks for the response and info Rick. The moment I sent my question yesterday I dove into the 'mini ac/mini swamp cooler guest and came up with One that actually has a compressor. So before I fall down due to extreme heat, I will research this One-Unit and get all the specs and pass them on to you. After being 'burned' slightly by those other Scammers, I am willing to take the plunge and purchase this new item. Aswell I've stayed up at higher altitudes this summer, but most of the areas I stayed at had a Limited Time Stay and burned twice the fuel to get up the hill. Not a recipe for future thought. So, here I go on another search & destroy mission, and I'll get back with you as soon as I find a winner,🤞keeping my fingers crossed. ✌Thanks Again.

[@msehruz7489]

No description below? Oops

[@badgerpa9]

There is a description? Are you really not able to see it?

[@msehruz7489]

@@badgerpa9 I checked twice and no I couldn't see it or I wouldn't have commented.

[@badgerpa9]

@@msehruz7489 If you check when it first comes out sometimes it still needs to populate but by now it should be visible, it is for me. Are you looking in the see more area or the comments? It is in the see more area, not sure how you watch this as different ways see things a little different, on PC it is just below. If you need I can copy and past to a comment for you.

[@Joe33305]

Cheaply built. I’ll stick with my Dometic.

[@gonagain]

First of all, Dometics are made in China along with the rest of these refrigerators. What are you basing your statement on? Have you seen one and tried it out? This is a high quality unit with the same compressor as a Dometic.