SetPower PT35 | DIRT CHEAP Dual Zone 12v Compressor Fridge Freezer

[@HOBOTECH]

GET THE PT35 HERE: gohobo.io/pt35 (code HOBOPT35 is automatic) CHECK OUT OTHER MODELS: gohobo.io/setpower (code HOBOTECH )

[@Mr_nah]

Can you please review the BLUETTI ac50b and compare it to the ecoflow river 2?

[@AverageOverlander]

@hobotech one thing that would have been nice to hear in your video is a comparison to energy expended in this verse a more expensive model so your viewers know if it draws a significant amount more power compared to higher priced models. Good video otherwise.

[@kregyung4604]

Be honest. That’s a horrible recommendation. It’s a piece of crap.

[@majo9042]

​@@kregyung4604Why you said that? Did you have a bad experience with these item?

[@detouringwithdonna]

I have the pt55 and it's the best fridge/freezer I've owned. I travel in an SUV , took out my front seat and put it there. A great thing about this product is it is made taller not wider or longer so it takes up less floor space. It keeps all of my food fresh and the freezer option on either side is perfect. As with most 12v fridge/freezers it does have a temperature flex of about 2 degrees, either side, either mode. Excellent product after 4 months of regular use. Got it for just under $400.

[@christopherworthington7000]

Timing!!!...my Arctic smittybilt compressor just craped out...I'm looking for a new design anyway...Outstanding...Thanks man❤

[@kriskeilman2087]

I bought the Setpower PT55 fridge/freezer in April 2023. I ran it for 6 months last year and 2 and a half months this year. This thing has survived getting rained on so many times. I am so happy with mine.

[@fscottgray9784]

My son bought this as a secondary fridge when the price dropped a few weeks ago. So far it is working great in his pickup bed pluugged into his Auxilary 120 outlet.

[@whydontyouaskme]

Wouldn’t it make more sense to plug it into the 12v battery so it doesn’t waste power. Turning 12v to 120v to plug a 120v power supply and turn it back into 12v??! Also the fridge has a low voltage cut off so it doesn’t kill the battery. Don’t delete your comment so people can learn from your families mistake.

[@ZiggZagg11]

I used the 55 quart version last winter boondocking in Quartzsite... Having a freezer is a game changer... ❤

[@joefoland2550]

I love my pt35, one of the better things I have bought so glad I took a chance on this

[@philsouthdown9771]

I have the PT45 version and I love it. Once it’s filled with food, the temp fluctuations are much smaller and power consumption moderates thanks to more thermal mass.

[@robhebbs7960]

Ive been holding off getting these 12 volt fridges, but this might be the one. I like the simplisity . Thanks Tom.

[@FrankSanDiego619]

Great review on the SETPOWER HOBOTECH!!! I purchased the PT55 last August just under $350 with the AC charger and absolutely love my SETPOWER!!! I do a lot of desert dune camping in my trailer and tent camping in baja. No more dealing with ice to keep my drinks cold. Keep food cold and or frozen when needed. I run my SETPOWER off my Bluetti 200L or AC180. Solar panels keep them charged. What a game changer having my SETPOWER and Bluettis to power everything. Thanks for all your reviews and coupons HOBOTECH!!!

[@TylerTrdPro]

I just bought this used from their website for 50% off. Thing looks brand new.

[@jwcolby54]

I bought this fridge a month ago. It just works! I. Use it full time in my work truck. I want back and bought another for my home truck. Love them.

[@Mike89138]

Thank you for you videos. I've had the PT55 (paid $465) for a year now. It has been heavily used and has bounced around in the back of my truck through some really rough terrain. It works well for the money. I use the freezer every trip. Need my ice cream. - As you said, it really has to work in direct sun. - The temperature readings get wacky now especially if ambient temperature is hot. - The PT55 is tall. Packing it up with other stuff can be a puzzle sometimes. - It is loud. When camping, I actually take it out of the truck and put it in one of those portable changing shelters. You can still hear it (in the woods) from 15ft away. I would say it is a workhorse that has taken a beating. Other than how loud it is, I have no regrets about the fridge...other than it is now $100 cheaper than when I got it.

[@STB-jh7od]

I love actual push-buttons.

[@CraigG21]

I have a PT35 and love it. It stays in my SUV and is powered by an EcoFlow River2 Pro. The small side I use for ice while camping/overlanding (pack in a ziplock freezer bag at home before leaving). I usually keep it set to ~16F for ice and have no issues keeping the cubes frozen - in fact, they due stick together at that temp too. I would imagine it uses less power with that temp setting but can't quantify how much.

[@ellajohnson549]

Awesome video. So so helpful. Particularly love the scientific tests, it answers all the questions I had. Thank you for taking the time to make such a thorough video!

[@dlbracer56]

I have an AJ40 and TC20 (I bought first). Both have been flawless so far. I recently bought their PG216WH lithium ion power brick. They basically "live" in the back of our Jeep Grand Cherokee for trips to the store. I'm VERY happy with both of them.

[@tangobravo8889]

Finally something to combat the insanity of the higher price competition. When traveling or camping I don’t need all the whistles bells I just need to keep my food safe to eat. I guess a person could keep a blue tooth thermometer inside if you wanted to check the temperature occasionally. Also if you use something like a Peron 500W car charger to keep your power station topped off while moving around you could handle the higher power consumption.thank you for the great review.

[@donaldharlan3981]

I like your channel. I trust your scientific expertise and explanations, for your product reviews. I learn a lot about the current state of lithium battery technology, watching your channel. Thank you.

[@wheelchair2120]

Just purchased along with magnetic power pack big thank you

[@caver6292]

I subscribe to the old saying "you get what you pay for" but you are spot on, $229 over 3 years is $76 fridge for a year....if it breaks, oh well, that's what the warranty is for. Of course, that depends on how responsive they are regarding warranty issues.... Thanks for the review, I love your videos!

[@thefoxhouse]

I think my biggest concern would be waste. If it died in 4 years I just would feel bad about putting it in a landfill. I’m wondering if it would be possible to swap the the compressor with a higher quality one should the original die

[@PaulPaid]

Why is it expected to have such a short lifespan though?

[@caver6292]

@@PaulPaid usually the compressor dies or electronics, they are getting better tho

[@PaulPaid]

@@caver6292 but refrigerators can last 20 years easily. Is it safe to say the specific compressor used in this budget model is "budget quality"? Another similar unit for $500 recently tested on this channel had twice the life expectancy and used half the Kwh.

[@caver6292]

@@PaulPaid refrigerators use tried and true technology and you are not turning them on and off, carting them to the boondocks and placing them in weird places. There is too much variability in QC on Chinese made items. Some days you hit the lotto, some days not so much. Go read reviews and teardown, you'll find a lot of variability. G'day.

[@Snerdles]

I went with a peltier style cooler instead. It doesn't freeze but it gets about 20C less than ambient. You can also just reverse the power and instead of taking heat out of the box it will put it in the box which gets it up to 65C (just under 150F) inside. This is higher than the 140F food safe temp for keeping dood warm. Since I do food delivery on the side I can use it for that to keep everyones fast food nice and hot, and use it as a fridge when doing things like camping. Plus, since no compressor the only sound it makes is a small fan.

[@Snerdles]

@@EfficientRVer I use a portable power station and a PHEV. If I leave the car on it will keep the pack charged for about 48 hours straight before needing to cycle the engine and then the pack itself will keep the cooler running for another 12 hours or so. So far it's worked just fine. Works basically exactly as advertised. If I throw a little 50W solar panel on the battery pack and strategically use the car I could probably stretch that out to 5-7 days and my battery pack can take a 75 watt DC input which could probably run it indefinitely since the cooler will use far less power at night and the pack would charge to full each day. I agree that a compressor cooler is better for colder temps and more consistent cold, but also they make noise and have moving parts that are more likely to fail. They also can't get hot inside for my secondary use, which makes them not a viable choice for what I want it for.

[@jackbquick123]

New subscriber here, you answered a question that I was wondering about on the pt35 that I purchased almost a week ago. Oh I don't know but one commentor that had purchased the pt35 said they ran a test (not as thorough and documented as yours) with eco on and off at same conditions and it actually used less with eco turned off because it gets it cooler quicker and turns back off instead of taking longer to cool it back to settings. Anyway I'm very pleased with mine and ordered the setpower insulated cover to hopefully make it more efficient. Thanks for the great informational video and God bless

[@oldmaninthemirror]

Not sure exactly the material the silver colored band around the outside is but a magnet will stick to it so not aluminum only.

[@zalllon]

I bought the 45L version of this fridge last Black Friday (shipped to Canada). I did an indoor test with running off my old GoLabs R300 power station, and I was able to run it for about 20 hrs. Room temp was 22C and I had both sides set to fridge temp, with a few dozen eggs in their cartons in both compartments. I did find the humidity in them to be a bit high for whatever reason. I also ran it on my EcoFlow Delta 2 Max for over 5 days. Forgot to mention, I also have SetPower’s insulated cover on it. I will at some point have it set up in my 4Runner for my next trip (now that I have a roof top tent to stay off the beat and path).

[@georgejohnson4493]

I am considering this for my 89 1st gen

[@meyerscanyon]

excellent test conditions, touched all the bases. Thanks PR

[@rob_cd]

They're coming out with the PT30, which is app controlled. Ships 7/30. Looks like a nice unit. I think I'm going for this one, though.

[@marilynrenaud1892]

Happy to see this review. I am contemplating getting the PT55 and after seeing this video and reading some reviews, I probably will. Thanks!👍

[@bmxracernc]

I've had the 55 for about a year, it's been rock solid. Wish it had some extra features (like a mobile app) but can't beat it for the price. Basically it does what it's supposed to do, keep things cold.

[@tomrum42]

Based on this video and other videos for the PT35 on KZbin, I just ordered a PT35 using your affiliate link (which saved me a little $$). You failed to mention Free Shipping when ordering via your link. We currently have a 17qt AstroAI which we have used for a couple of years and are happy with it, but I wanted something with a larger capacity and dual zones. Note --- We use our 17L AstroAI mostly as a freezer to transport frozen items when on a long trip and use a regular cooler with ice packs as a cooler for drinks on those trips. When we get the PT35 we will be able to eliminate the cooler with ice packs and thus gain more much needed floor space. The PT35 is only about $10 more than what we paid for the AstroAI 17L 2 years ago. The footprint of the PT35 is almost the same as our current 17L but it is approx 6.5" higher, which for us is not a problem. To us floor space is more import. We always pre-cool our freezer and add items to it that are already frozen. When driving we utilize a 120vac outlet that is built into our vehicle and when we are parked overnight and our vehicle is turned off I use a DIY power station to power the unit through the night. Thanks for taking the time to post the video and for including your affiliate link.

[@Eric_Tennant]

I love my 12v fridge. I will never go back to ice. Unless I'm on my ebike. I been looking to get or make a small cooler for overnight ebike trips.

[@MrNiceGuy500]

I have a 15qt setpower dirt cheap. I put it on the front porch with beverages for the delivery people /outside workers

[@davidpatrick1813]

Groovy you're working on stuff. This must be a pre-recorded "live" stream. It is 4:40 here in the woods of Oregon.

[@bobbell1581]

Appreciate the discount & your information. Order placed.

[@Bunker278]

This would be so much better than the Alpicool C20 I'm currently using. That thing works really well, but 25% of the capacity only exists because of the hollow domed lid. When I put a jug of milk in there, the top of it isn't in a basin of cold air. That's risky.

[@choimdachoim9491]

The power consumption will drop dramatically if the compartments are filled, especially if filled with containers of liquid. When my vertical freezer is full of meat it seems to almost never run but the more it gets emptied over a couple months the more often it begins to run. I learned to place bottles of water into it as I remove meat to continue the infrequent running.

[@HOBOTECH]

Yes, that's an obvious observation. I used to test will a full fridge then realized that is the BEST case scenario and doesn't tell anyone anything about the insulation or compressor efficiency. Now I test empty to show the worst case scenario.

[@choimdachoim9491]

@@HOBOTECH Understood.

[@rwieging]

Very helpful review, as always!!

[@bozeng-p5h]

I've been checking out a wistek product recently and was hoping you could review it!😜

[@kennethklatt67]

I have the Rv45s which is stainless and has spring handles, also have the mc20 which is abs plastic both work great

[@warrenscorner]

We purchased a single zone SetPower refrigerator for our van. The only complaint I have is that the temperature read out is off a few degrees. We just keep a thermometer inside.

[@bluerxstandard]

Happy with mine.

[@justinlang313]

going to check this out for my semi

[@pquimby]

@Hobotech They just announced the PT30 with BT, quieter, and more power efficient.

[@thomastaylor2513]

I wonder I how better the pro Performance would be if you used the protective cover that is also a insulator

[@brushbum7508]

Thanks Tom ! TAKE CARE..

[@cup_o_TMarie]

🙏👏 Please do a review on the newish Igloo compressor (Dometic brand) cooler. Especially the 18 of you can🙏🙏

[@bernardszirth9665]

As always- amazing and very helpful reviews! Thank you!

[@boondogger]

First time I watched your video, Good Stuff and I subscribed 👍

[@tikoy1955]

Good informational review video. Looks like a very good deal and product.

[@Doviruses.existbaileyonodysee]

what sort of expectations should you have with these kinds of products ? e.g. if on the road you brought zuperdooper iceblocks and water both at room temperature threw them in both compartments with the intention of freezing them rock solid? recently brought over here a brassmonkey 35L dual zone and it's kind of been underwhelming while testing in the house. cheers from shaun

[@Matt-xw4vl]

I think the power consumption will drop when full

[@clarencewiles963]

It’s looking stable and you’re providing some great information. Thanks for sharing.

[@pdieppa]

Great intro sfx!!

[@cBodhi]

Can you run this directly from a solar panel or do you need the controller, battery, and inverter?

[@TheFeist77]

I need a large or one capacity plug in freezer or fridge/freezer for grocery shopping far from my rural home.

[@Kat-I-am3333]

Why cant you use it in heavy rain? Would I have to unplug it and risk all my frozen food defrosting? We get lots of heavy rain here in WA State. Thanks for your response 🕊️

[@HOBOTECH]

It's water resistant not water proof. Light splashing is okay but if the inside vents get too much water it will fry. Keeping it out of direct heavy rain is pretty easy.

[@outdoorsman2b918]

Hi. Thanks for your videos. I want to buy a dual zone 12V fridge for camping but I have multiple concerns: I have an Ecoflow River 2 Prom Max (or similar battery). I would like the biggest fridge that the battery lasts at least 4 days and charge my 5 electronic devices (2 tablets, 2 phones and my son's Nintendo switch.). When size becomes a hinder in terms power consumption? 55L, 75L or 95zL? Do I need to buy a Delta Pro Max? What about all that power consumption and a 800A space heater? I guess one problem is the fridge and another is the power source capacity.

[@stewmiller778]

The discount is still good on Aug 12

[@rodneyprimm5984]

Thank you for sharing. God Bless 🙏

[@frankm2752]

PT 30 with an app just came out...can you do a review?

[@latergator3367]

Beautiful Frig ! Beautiful Price ! Beautiful HOBO ! Thanks for the review ! Now I must buy another HOBOTECH recommended product.

[@billybethel]

thanks for the info

[@rickywrenn]

Do you know if a modified sine inverter such as the Milwaukee 175 watt with a 12ah battery could be used in a pinch without damaging the motor or unit? I have pure sine waves but the Milwaukee is so compact that it would make a good emergency power source for a little while.

[@HOBOTECH]

Use whatever 12v or AC source you want.

[@rickywrenn]

@@HOBOTECH Thanks. I’ve heard modified sine wave inverters could be hard on motor loads in the past. I guess advancements have been made since that time. I ordered one using your link.

[@thefoxhouse]

I’m curious, does the seal on your review unit’s lids have rubber or foam gaskets?

[@kal7049]

What brand thermometer do you use to test? TIA

[@tinkering123]

Kool review..

[@michlardot2215]

I don.t need al that blutitti stuff and other gadgets I need a good frige Yes let's get back 2 the 80ths because that stuff still runs

[@Dan-bj1cz]

You just said the SetPower is not the best. Which duel cooler do you think is the best?

[@Dan-bj1cz]

How’s the noise level on the 35.

[@GeorgeDelGrosso]

Is there a Hobo Code for at PT45?

[@rafaelr5837]

What happens if it tips past the 45 degrees?

[@frankcanha]

Why do you say the daytime outdoor temp was 80 when the digital thermometer shows temps as high as 110 reached?

[@HOBOTECH]

Direct sunlight on the thermometer makes it inaccurate.

[@benbowles8003]

I keep seeing setpower on youtube against the big boys. Set power keeps winning in functionality. I dont care about bells and whistles…..THEY BREAK

[@MyChannel-vm6dw]

Hobo, you got amy coupon codes for ecoflow extra batteries ?

[@kal7049]

The big Amazon Prime sale is coming up in mid July. Big discounts direct from EF store

[@deddie4645]

VERY NOISY???...have the 55 ran it for about 3 weeks test in the house I noticed when it was empty it would be very noisy in the middle of the night and would wake me up... then I put a few jugs of antifreeze in there because that's all I had then it ran much quieter I suspect it was cycling to quick and maybe it was getting liquid slugged back into the compressor as it ran so noisy... didn't like that didn't feel good about it but after putting a bunch of thermal ballast in there it ran much quieter it worked great for the 3 weeks the test it is good working and put it on the Shelf for backup

[@MarkTheLostTraveler]

HELP to all of you out there. I have a Nissan rogue and Ill do like 2 or 3 day road trips a month. I would like to get this setpower pt35 over the iceco 35 and I have my drones, laptop, iphone. What would you guys recommend for a power station. How many watts. Thank you everyone for your help

[@HOBOTECH]

Any of the 50+ models I've reviewed will run a 12v fridge. Check my playlist.

[@petahe01]

How long does the battery last if I only want to use it as a fridge? I need something that lasts over 12 hrs with the battery from setpower.

[@HOBOTECH]

The energy sticker in the video is what it uses in fridge mode.

[@petahe01]

@@HOBOTECH very helpful video…. I might buy it. Thanks.

[@thefoxhouse]

I think your battery life is really going to depend on ambient temperatures

[@retired_man_about_town]

$3 bag of ICE.... Maybe in 1982 🙂

[@flyovercounty1427]

I’ve been using this fridge for a few months. It is my first portable “compressor” fridge. I find the compressor sound quite tolerable. A question for Prof. Hobo and other users of these fridges: How much gurgling and bubbling noise is normal after the compressor cycle off? Thanks

[@HOBOTECH]

Those sounds are normal for fridges and air conditioners.

[@mjcontos1119]

Ok, just bought one

[@jw3843]

Someone said in a comment section that setpower is made by ICECO as a cheap option. Do you know if that is true?

[@greengooseman]

WOW> $227 and no tax and no shipping. Mega WOW>>>>!!!

[@doughanawalt7736]

I've been waiting on a good price for a name brand 12 volt dual zone fridge/freezer. Just ordered this one, came in under $250.00 with tax. Three year warranty was what made me grab it. Hopefully it will get here before next weekend so I can take it camping.

[@FOMC6780]

Professor Hobo: How long will this PT35 run on a 600 watt OUPES Exodus power station?

[@joefoland2550]

I use the pt35 with a Bluetti AC2A and I can easily get overnight or about 12 hours before it runs out only if I run the pt35 in low compressor mode, hope this helps

[@HOBOTECH]

You can figure that out yourself using the power consumption results in the video.

[@mattmccallum2879]

Why didn’t you test the fridge with items inside it to get a more realistic power consumption result?

[@HOBOTECH]

Filling the fridge doesn't test the insulation or compressor.

[@larryparson9609]

Thanks affordable $$$:)😊

[@LaJuanHughes]

Good deal.

[@Believe30]

Check the warranty. My Iceco fridge is failing and it says you need original packaging to return it.

[@Believe30]

@@EfficientRVer btw, why would it be illegal?

[@larryc1616]

Just ask to buy the original box

[@frankmckinley1254]

Thanks for the video and test. I have been looking at Setpower.👍

[@azazelakira12]

Hobo, LOOOOL

[@nonameneededsailing]

Got mine ordered. Thanks

[@JAYFEATHERBOONDOCKS]

Is that 690Wh at 12 volts DC?

[@HOBOTECH]

Indoor test was done at both 12v and 24v. The difference was 2Wh.

[@JAYFEATHERBOONDOCKS]

@@HOBOTECH appreciate the reply! Thanks for doing these videos and tests.

[@mickeybrumfield764]

It is going to take quite a bit of your battery power to run any frig at zero degrees in the summer. If you're running off of solar, you, of course, get a lot of sunshine in the summer. Cheap frigs are pretty good.

[@PaulPaid]

3 years? Either i'm just inexperienced or i must be getting old. Maybe both😂. Is that accetable?

[@slashzeroYO]

Who manufactures the compressor?

[@HOBOTECH]

It's a $200 fridge with a 3 year compressor warranty. That's like asking what brand of beef is in a Big Mac.

[@thefoxhouse]

If you’re looking for name brand you’d be better off going with the higher end line from the sister company ICECO which uses Danfoss

[@josezayas6847]

GO Rays

[@melissasmess2773]

I bought the F40C4TMP you recommended some time ago, it worked for several month and the display died, doesn't work anymore. Garbage. Not sure I can afford fancy ice again. Thanks.

[@HOBOTECH]

Wrong channel. I've never reviewed that brand or recommended it.

[@fiveangle]

Another great review ! Would love to see your results for this cooler that claims half the power usage of others (!) which seems to defy physics. Hcalory LM21. #becausescience

[@thekeytospiritdoularanch]

Good morning!

[@tonyinfinity]

I hate the GIGANTIC "SetPower" on the side.

[@Urge38]

That would drain a 12v 100ah battery in two days That's a lot