ICECO JP50Pro 12v Compressor Fridge Freezer With UV Sterilizer Review

[@HOBOTECH]

Check out ICECO products here: gohobo.io/iceco

[@JohnClulow]

SOME "stainless" alloys are magnetic. Many others are not.

[@reminaya]

We just got our Iceco JP40 Pro through the Indiegogo campaign with the included perk of the cover. I’m such an instant gratification person that made it hard to wait for the estimated 6 weeks ship date but we’re so glad we did! Thanks for the review and the info about the early campaign pricing.

[@highlander723]

reviews of this caliber are so rare on KZbin these days you go in depth you will test everything under the sun especially with your solar generator reviews you test capacity you test RF interference you test everything. You are truly a master of your craft.

[@daviddietzel4170]

Received JP50PRO last week from indiegogo and opened it up today. Beautiful unit. I reached out to ICECO regarding a rattle when the compressor kicks on, like a fan blade hitting the plastic vent. Probably loose component or not installed exactly right. Quite annoying but probably a simple fix. I live 30 minutes from ICECO HQ so hopefully we can get it resolved. Otherwise, it works well. Wheels and pull handle are great. Multi directional door is clever. When rattle is addressed, perfect device. 7/3 ICECO responded and instructed me to visit their office/warehouse for replacement after the holiday. Can't ask for more than that. Except for the loud rattle the JP50PRO works well and looks like a high quality product. Rattle issue should be resolved by end of week. Update: Swapped rattle unit for a fresh one at ICECO warehouse. Super courteous support. Cause was a thicker foam insert pushing fan into plastic vent grate. New unit is super quiet and performing well for over a week. Hobotech has the best information and Tom's work is appreciated. He seems to genuinely enjoy doing the reviews. Best wishes.

[@jhalyard4342]

I’ve been following you since you were still in your house and had just bought your rig. Certainly have evolved into a great KZbin presence.

[@carmas54]

Thanks to you I purchased the montek 1000w water proof sungen unit an the iceco 60L frig. The sungen runs my frig for 7 days! Without any recharging

[@shaunhall960]

I like the fact that you do the extra work of measuring the products you review. This is such an important factor when making a decision on what to buy.

[@garion464]

Took da plung and ordered a JP50Pro+Battery+Slide Mount $896 USD to mount in my 2012 JKU… thanks for ur educational honest reviews !

[@JamesAmbrose48]

As a truck driver I’ve bought the cheap fridges for my truck, but they weren’t built for the rigors of the road and the compressor assembly would rattle apart. You have to get a fridge built for a bumpy ride.

[@DutchK75]

A buddy has two Norcold Tek2's that are rebranded Engels. Both are 30 years old. Engels last. I have had Dometics and have two Engels. You get what you pay for sure.

[@Sparkyspage]

My Dometic was expensive but it’s still kicking years later

[@disabledarmyveteran]

I purchased an ICECO refrigerator but a different style than the one you are demonstrating but your Hobotech discount applied and saved me $135.36 on my purchase. Just an FYI for your listeners.

[@susanstrickland6774]

Always a good, honest, fair review. Five year warranty, long one. Pretty impressive unit. 🙂👍

[@kamikazekunze]

Additionally, my IceCo VL60DZ is always warmer on the compressor side. As much as six degrees at any given time with all the heat generated by the compressor. Thanks for the review.

[@johnc3225]

Nice review, as usual! I wish others would do the quality content that you provide! I like the fridge, but honestly, I purchased the change more that you reviewed and I found it life “changing”! I purchased the battery and I am “more” than happy with it. Our absorption RV fridge is acting up, and the change more is what we’ve been using. I’ve even taken it to Disney world in my car. And when we have to wait for our room to be ready, we have no worries about our food spoiling! I also plan on keeping it grill side for the summer and look forward to having cold beer without running to the store and changing the ice every day!

[@jamescabaniss5857]

I have 2 Iceco GO20 refrigerators. I used a cover on one and nothing on the other. I ran them both for 24 hours. There was NO difference in amount of electricity used. But it was in a moderate temperature.

[@rodneyross5282]

OK my friend I just purchased one based on your awesome review. Got the slide and battery as I will need this in the jeep in the middle of Moab this summer. Have a wonderful week. God Bless.

[@robertlarsen6516]

What the heck did I watch to gain you this randomly, Hobotech?! That was a fantastic review, man. Subbed. Oh - I know...Solar generators...

[@rono33]

Hobotech i agree with so many others on here, your reviews rock! So comprehensive, fun, ez to follow for some of us idiots lol, and Techy enough for some of us tech nerds. And you got production style. Luv the Batman and Star Trek salutes. Pls don’t change. Your channel is great! My constant go to. Should be bigger, but the YT algorithms will catch on and snowball. Thx always HT :)

[@frankshort1448]

I got the vl60 dual compartment I've been running it for over a year now 24/7 in my off-grid shed home and it has worked perfectly iceco to me is a very good product for the price

[@kathymcgill4306]

What kind of solar do you use for your vl60

[@frankshort1448]

@@kathymcgill4306 I have 4 100 watt panels with a 30 amp mppt charge controller with two battleborn lithium batteries

[@jasonfillmore2991]

Man a lot of cool updates I’m so glad I’ve held out on buying one I’m definitely going to take advantage of this deal thanks hobotech

[@a88430]

Love your videos brother. Always keep things truthful and that is much appreciated.

[@Adam_Newman]

Looks like a great fridge ! I have a ARB 37q that I’ve been using for 7 years straight so far so good been a great unit

[@evolv.e]

imo, ICECO’s best value and best overall design yet. Good size, efficient performance, great price, compact wheels, smart handles, UV light, open lid alarm, good looks.. whats not to love?!

[@williamlee7782]

The way the lid opens the long way. I have an ARB which opens this way and the lid design has height clearance issues in my jeep. I wish the lid opens the other axis.

[@wavenami]

Just what I needed. Thank you sir. I'll post an update after using it for a while.

[@HeavyB123]

Hobo you should do some vids for budget good stuff for first time overlanders.

[@sandeedobberstine5591]

Thank you for a great review. You’re the one I trust to get all the information about a product!

[@anthonymarino4260]

Have the iceco 20 works great going on 3 years strong

[@disabledvetnralifer932]

Thanks HOBO I ordered one... You the man

[@revfatman]

love the Easter egg of the new Jackery!

[@mikepatterson3717]

Thanks!

[@pwatom22]

Great review. Congratulations on the Sponsorship.

[@davidmcfatridge]

I've had one for 2ys runs great.

[@Pnut-wx1ue]

Sounds like a great product, great review as always! Hopefully they change the insulating covers color for if you need to use it outside.

[@HOBOTECH]

Just keep it out of direct sunlight. Says so in the manual.

[@donnerjacob567]

One of your better reviews. Thanks.

[@pressboxz]

Great information and some of the most informative reviews anywhere. I'd love to see a review of the BougeRv Aspen pro for comparison.

[@kenniharder1680]

🇨🇦 I have a Arctic king chest freezer 3.5 cubic it uses about 550 W hours in 24 hours once again it is 110 V not 12 V but it is very efficient

[@rvvanlife]

With all the alterations, hacks and great inventive ideas one sees on YT, there has got to be a way to convert that fridge into a dual zone, Put a foam divider (bottom from top), and make adjustable vent hole in lid, then adjust lid vent until the top half chills and lower level freezes.

[@weekendcruiser]

What kind of Jackery is that in the background at 8:26?!!

[@travisadams4470]

ICECO doesn't offer UV replacement bulbs. I've noticed in the past with products that offer UV light features; the bulbs are difficult to find and expensive to replace.

[@4philipp]

It’s a cute perk for those who like purple light. You don’t need it.

[@travisadams4470]

@@4philipp I agree it's not needed but I before laying down money on large purchases, I always check out replacement parts and how much parts cost to replace.

[@a88430]

Would be nice to have a solar panel hook directly into to cooler itself also.

[@zonacrs]

I wonder if that battery pack can be charged via solar while in use. Asked the professor that question.

[@johnnycash3755]

Yes great question hopefully someone answers back

[@Zealor365]

I can sleep in my van with my Iceco fridge running. Once or twice during the night I will hear the startup relay click in, and that's about it.

[@jharbo1]

OK, Professor, I have been waiting for a good thing, and so here it is. Just bot one. Will be powering it with my Golabs. All will fit in the Subaru very nicely. Thanks!

[@reminaya]

Just ordered the 40. Thanks HoboTech!

[@4philipp]

Seems like a nice unit. I think there are better options to that battery though. In the mean time, I’m going to wait, literally. Waiting for my LiONCooler ACOPOWER fridge from their last indogogo campaign. Maybe one day I’ll get it.

[@4philipp]

Update: I finally received my ACOPOWER liONCooler ! Running my first tests on it now. So far I like it.

[@johnnycash3755]

Any detailed updates using with solar?

[@4philipp]

@@johnnycash3755 well, temperature matters. I have been running it in freezer mode at -4°F. Ambient temperature is between 72° and 80°F. It’s loaded with 28 pint sized water bottles. Once it’s at temperature (internal) and all contents are frozen solid, it draws between 27 and 31 watts. At that rate, the included battery lasts about 6 hours. I have been running it off my EcoFlow Delta (1300) which have a effective usable capacity of 1000 watts - it’s 750 wh in 24h or 1000 wh in 32 hours which is the EcoFlows max. Soooo, reducing it to the included battery capacity, 6 hours of freezer time holds true. If you test this at 65°F you will get longer performance and if you test it at 90°, you will get less (I have tested neither) . The solar panel is or looks like really nice quality. I have not tested it. It’s 90 watts. If I assume average of 50% performance, aka 45 watt over 5 hours, then it will power the LionCooler for 5 hours and perhaps put 75 watt into the battery. However, between a charged battery and the solar panel I doubt I will get 12 hours in freezer mode with ambient temperatures around 80°F. If you use it in conjunction with a solar generator like my EcoFlow Delta (1300), and max that unit out with 400 watts of solar, then you can run the freezer indefinitely if you can collect at least 800 watts for charging on a daily basis. I have not tested the unit in fridge mode, because I only intent to use it as a freezer. I’m expecting the LionCooler Mini 28L from the most recent campaign soon. That unit I will be running as a fridge only.

[@searlearnold2867]

The ability to tilt up to 45 degrees is going to make that popular for sailboats too...

[@Bare_Essence]

Great review! Excellent outro!

[@lout1587]

Thanks for your good review and great lead on a deal. I've run into a conundrum. The JP40 dimensions are shorter than the JP40Pro by 3-5", BUT it has greater interior capacity (43QT for the JP40 versus 42QT for the Pro). I called ICECO's customer service number, but they didn't know. Can you explain smaller exterior dimension and greater interior capacity????

[@jackd2083]

More insulation in the Pro??

[@theneverman]

Thank you for somewhat reinstating the melodious intro. I like my gimmicks.

[@dialecticalmonist3405]

Well, that was fast. You sold me on the Lioncooler being the best you have ever tested with a killer deal, and three weeks later, there is another best you have ever tested with a killer deal.

[@HOBOTECH]

Progress. They are both excellent fridges. The Lion is more about the internal battery and direct solar charging.

[@dialecticalmonist3405]

@@HOBOTECH Ok, good point. Those are certainly things that are convenient. Does this ICECO bad boy auto switch to battery power like the Lion when the power goes out? That was another big selling point for me.

[@HOBOTECH]

@@dialecticalmonist3405 Nope. There is no internal battery on the ICECO. Although the retail model is supposed to have separate AC and DC inputs in which case it should switch.

[@neuronweb]

Appreciate the links. Helped alot to get a good deal. Thanks.

[@saylorzg3793]

This must have iron composition in it to be magnetic. Learn a lot from your videos.

[@HOBOTECH]

Last I checked steel has iron.

[@Baked13]

... oh for a second I thought Line Screw 1 was there - I heard campervan Carolyn - nice review of a great fridge !!!

[@matthewwhitelaw1334]

Is that the new Jackery in the background?

[@legaleagleandpaws8198]

Have the ICECO 12v ref/frezz and love it. Also have the blue eddy eb150. Can you tell me if the new 9BB 200w solar panels can be used with the EB150? Docs say for solar charging it is a max of 10amps. The new panels (BougRV) say the short circuit is 12.2A. Will the built in MPPT charger in the EB150 just take the max of 10 and all is good or will it damage the EB150 if you use that panel? Thanks in advance would really appreciate an answer:)

[@psyamok3735]

While UV light is used in many food and drinks processing plants, it also damages and accelerates the deterioration of the fresh food that you try to keep fresh in the frig.

[@ReginaCreates2]

that makes sense

[@evolv.e]

The UV light can either be turned off, or food can be stored in non-transparent containers. Otherwise, a great optional feature to keep viral/bacterial growth to a minimum.

[@Ellifiknow]

UV light only affects what it hits. If your fridge is full of food, the top of it might be affected by UV light, but none of the rest would be affected.

[@kathymcgill4306]

Just bought this refrigerator with two batteries... do the jackets 100 solar panels that you recommend compatible with charging the battery?

[@Liimpy]

Nice fridge & review thanks.. Ive personally been running an arb elements in my work truck bed for years, this would be nice for the camping rig

[@2626balboa]

If it was stainless it would not be magnetic Great cooler. Great video

[@Califamilymanprepper]

I have 2 fridge/freezer run it off a 100watt solar panel, and a 500 watt solar generator. Only uses 60watts or less then run. It's 75quarts or bigger, I can't remember

[@Yukonjackman1]

Love my cooler in Arizona works great yes a iceco

[@ReginaCreates2]

thanks for the video! I can run this cooler with my bluetti eb70s, while the eb70s?

[@kricklasalty8599]

Thanks for the info, Dr.

[@zonacrs]

Thanks for the review. Question on the battery, does it allow for charging while being used (pass through)? Solar or otherwise.

[@johnnycash3755]

Yes I have same question. If charging on solar panel can it continuously run while charging battery?

[@Ellifiknow]

Seems like the lid design would catch a lot of dirt and spills in the cracks. If something was spilled on the top, would it all drain inside your stuff when you open the lid?

[@dinozgb]

Because of your review I bought last year VL60 and this 💩 died over night while was testing at home. Woke me up beeping like crazy, compressor continously failed to restart. About month later got replacement which worked fine while plugged in to AC, but on 12V didn't make it trough the one day (the same problem). Still having headache from dealing with horrible customer service because they wasn't in the rush to contact me back even they scheduled the call, exchanged more than 50 emails and after 3 months from my purchase I got refund. After that I found out other customers had similar problems and only good reviews for those fridges are from paid reviewers.

[@g-whiz286]

I've had a VL60 for two years now. When it's not in my Honda Element going camping (12 volts), it's doing full service in the garage keeping milk and cold drinks at 33 degrees because my $2700 Samsung refrigerator won't go below 38 degrees. I guess I'm lucky.

[@dinozgb]

@@g-whiz286 I am glad you are happy with your purchase. I wanted badly to work, iceco even sent me control unit to replace for the first fridge but this didn't help either. Just not be able to talk with customer service and 10 plus hours of waiting for email replies was a nightmare. This was pretty long time to have money locked in the product which didn't work like it should. Luckily didn't take this shoe box on a trip and thing dies while camping

[@bonapartedavinci]

I'm a contractor. I'm planning on buying one of these for the back of my car for work. Between this one or the ACOPower LiON Cooler pro, which do you like more?

[@2005henson]

Hey hobbo love your videos. Can you do a run time and power usage in direct sunlight on the apl55?

[@AT99_TKT]

Thanks for the video. Does it make sense to use the JP50Pro as a backup freezer during power outage or an extra freezer in the house? How can I keep the unit powered in the house? 🙏🏻

[@HOBOTECH]

Yes. It comes with both AC and DC adapters.

[@jpadgr8]

Your thermometer is not compatible to the iceco cooler. The factory uses a thermistor that’s calibrated to the control board. It’s seems the thermometer that you are using seems close to the temperature that’s displayed. Analog and digital thermostat are always out of calibration. As a refrigerant tech. You measure food product temperature to be true temperature. My recommendation try a Taylor Commericial digital panel mount thermometer. You can place the temperature probe any where inside the iceco with out opening the lid which when you open and close the lid you are basically introducing warm room temperature air inside which takes time to remove warm air inside the fridge. The less you open the lid the best you can get a close accurate temperature. Luv ur videos. 👍🏻

[@altonsmith4918]

When using in a car with the power pack, should the power pack be plugged into the car continuously and the refrigerator plugged into the power pack?

[@davidpatrick1813]

I have one of the ICECOs 42 I think.. I love it but it ... about 3/4 of a year ... (8 moons) ... The compressor seems to make a bit of noise (seems) that I didn't notice before... but it is still working well. I have told many folks about mine .. like other high quality they want to be a penny wise and a pound foolish ........

[@erikturner3180]

I have the ICECO JP30 and I have noticed the same increase in noise from the compressor. I received the unit back in June 2021). It's still not that loud but definitely noticeable.

[@mikecordeiro5724]

Another great review as always!!! In your opinion ICECO JP50Pro with battery OR LionCooler PX50? Thanks!

[@kricklasalty1464]

Good info Dr, but what is the performance inside a hot camp van? That is how I would use it, not in a air condition house. Thanks!

[@HOBOTECH]

Worse...

[@kricklasalty1464]

@@HOBOTECH thanks, I figured it would be worse plus a higher power consumption. In one’s professional opinion- how would durability be affected?

[@HOBOTECH]

@@kricklasalty1464 It's designed to be ran in hot and cold weather. Shouldn't matter.

[@kricklasalty1464]

@@HOBOTECH inside a van, in July heat, temperatures can reach over 200deg! I hope it would work then! In the video, Dr, you mentioned keeping the unit out of the sun. Is that for power savings?

[@tomd720]

Nice ! What do you suggest for a dual zone frig/freezer at around the same size ?

[@EricGonzalez-bd1qd]

Mr HOBOTECH! I NEED YOUR HELP QUICK. Trying to decide between JP40/JP50, OR, THE VL45. If you could only have one, what would you get? Or would you get something else? Thanks for the videos!

[@goldwaywindowcleaning9423]

Great review as always!! Could I wire this directly in for my 12v lithium RV battery bank for charging?

[@HOBOTECH]

The fridge doesn't care what 12v source you use.

[@sgtdevildog7134]

@@HOBOTECHlol

[@Metal_Vistas]

I purchased the previous version, the JP50, a couple of years ago in part based on your review. I haven't had much opportunity to use it, but I like it. One minor gripe is the insulated bag they provide. If the intent is to help keep the unit cool, I don't understand why they made it black, which is the most heat absorbent color. A lighter or reflective surface would seem more intuitive. Quick question. Do you know what type of cells are in that battery? I'm wondering how many cycles it's good for. Thanks.

[@HOBOTECH]

Everyone keeps saying this but the truth is you're never supposed to put a fridge in direct sunlight so color doesn't matter.

[@Metal_Vistas]

@@HOBOTECH In most cars and trucks, it is inevitable it will sometimes be in direct sunlight. And if sunlight isn't an issue, then no cover would be required in the first place.

[@Invictus13666]

@@Metal_Vistas that’s not true. You’re creating a microclimate with the cover.

[@Metal_Vistas]

@@Invictus13666 You mean, sort of like having a refrigerated box in a car? 🤔

[@Invictus13666]

@@Metal_Vistas no, I mean creating a microclimate around the refrigerated box. That’s why I wrote it. 😉😁

[@ashamanprotect3026]

Will you (or someone) PLEASE PLEASE do a test of the RANGE that a 12v fridge stays at. I had an ausranvik that stayed in about an 8 degree range when set. Now I have a Setpower that has 14 degree range. That is way too big.

[@dudleyedge1374]

Is the 5 year warranty for the whole unit or just the compressor ?

[@mattmentzer8610]

Hey - great review again. I have a question for you. I'm looking to buy a fridge that auto switches between 120v and 12v (priority to 120v). I know Engel refrigerators do this, but I haven't yet found others. Do you happen to know of any?? Many thanks! ...Matt

[@HOBOTECH]

Yes, search for "hobotech acopower".

[@93jummy]

Stick to engel! Only thing we can rely on in the Aussie outback. Others run waeco ( dometic ) but engle is nearly indestructible and can live and run outdoors in the weather. Only ARB elements can claim outdoors. Engle doesn't even have an error mode. It just runs no matter what. Danfross / scop compressors are not upto the task of remote use

[@JuanDuenas1943]

Can we look into the light?

[@katsheetz]

The whole concept is to keep things cold...BUT it's exhausting out hot air into the vehicle raising the temperature inside the car/RV is there a way to exhaust the heat outside?

[@russcollins4762]

Love the star trek reference. The other week saw a batman clip . Done very tasteful Wish my ex wife could get sterilized. Good stuff Hobo.

[@mirandahomemovies]

How can I link 2 MAXOAK EB150's together for more storage and/or run time? Thanks. Great channel.

[@shannonmurphy9790]

i've been trying to find hingest like this. Have googled bidirectional hinge and it leads me to the type of hinge for a swinging door. Does anyone have a link to these hinges, or even a proper name for how to google and find some?

[@ib516]

Look at that NEW Jackery at 7:37

[@DGardhouse]

I’m wondering if these are sold here in Canada?? Guess I’ll Google it..

[@bambamrv8287]

dang nice unit, but does Stan's bud need UV Sterilization, but great for Ice at Klinky time around a campfire

[@flushot6513]

Buy 2 for cargo conversion one for fridge and one for freezer

[@dnhman]

Thanks , I see the 250wh portable power station, It looks like it would work on the VL45, not sure of the math but in normal temps running it as a fridge how long would this last?

[@shortstuff9990]

Can DC fridges be left turned off for long periods of time or do you pretty much have to keep them running most the time like an AC fridge? In other words, can you stash one in your home unplugged for months then plug into your battery once you have a power outage?

[@HOBOTECH]

I have ones sitting for years in storage. They work fine.

[@shortstuff9990]

@@HOBOTECH That's good to know, thanks for the quick reply, much appreciated. And thanks for all the great reviews!

[@jeffwatson8862]

Johnny come lately but 300 series stainless is not magnetic. Is it 400 series? . More expense but nice

[@andrewdomanski4109]

Does it look like the handles can be taken off the fridge? I don’t think it will fit in the back of my Jeep with them on.

[@2Timothy3END]

Ready to order but the guy over the phone said that there was no more Magnetic external batteries for this unit... Is this so? The rep seemed to be reading from a book???? I explained Hobo-Dude said that there were Magnet ext. Batteries. I also took him to his web page where it shows the Magn Battery attaching via Mag to the Frig. He then said they dont sell those any longer adding that the ext. Battery last for 8 hours and the built in battery the same.. Been a few months since this video and I would like to buy this unit now...Is there a better product than this JP Pro 50 His quote with extra battery (non magnetic) was $900 w/free shipping for U.S Your or thoughts from anyone??? Thanks

[@andygim5194]

This is very good review prof Hobo, How heavy is JP50PRO?

[@AlanWeaver1]

Why don't they make insulated covers white to reflect sunlight???

[@HOBOTECH]

Because you're NOT supposed to put refrigerators in direct sun.

[@kari2030]

Kind of a stupid question but do you have to either use it as a fridge or a freezer not both?

[@billcrosby9310]

What is it's size within it the wheels and handle

[@jfh400]

HOBOTECH KNOWS

[@ddeltres]

what would you do for a klondike bar?

[@TheKingsComingAlefTav]

Have you done the Massimo cooler? 60 q

[@mantin01]

can some one let me know the start up amp draw? I'm looking to use buck converter from a M18 tool batteries, down to 14.4. thank you