Kickass 75L Dual Zone Fridge Freezer One year on, Am I happy with it?

August 2019 I won the Kickass 75L Dual zone fridge/freezer, One year on,,, Am I happy with it? In this review I explain my findings after one year of owning the KickAss Fridge/Freezer.
Watch to see what I think.........

[@jaredest86]

Thanks Phil informative video, watched to the end🤙

[@PhilsCampingReviews]

Thank you

[@dustinfrost5214]

Congratulations awsome win mate

[@PhilsCampingReviews]

Thanks.

[@matthewwighton9262]

G'day Phil, i watched this video right to the end, as I always do with your videos. One thing I always like about your videos is that they are honest. Good work mate, thank you.

[@PhilsCampingReviews]

I appreciate that!

[@nickaltvater5592]

I just won this fridge and many other goodies in their 2023 Spring Giveaway :) It's huge in the backseat of my Jeep Gladiator

[@PhilsCampingReviews]

Congratulations. I also won this fridge. I still use mine. As a spare fridge at home. It's never been switched off longer than a few hours since I got mine. They are a great fridge.

[@hetheringtonfamily8798]

Thank you for the review. I have subscribed mate as you talk my language. I other words you talk so I can actually understand how things work as it’s not to technical. Thank you. I have watched until the end.

[@PhilsCampingReviews]

Thank you. It's an awesome fridge. Although it's not in my vehicle anymore, I still use the fridge it's in my home as a additional freezer.

[@alexs-zq6ni]

Thank you for your time sir

[@PhilsCampingReviews]

Thanks for watching

[@Brendan9300]

Is what i was looking for i subbed for more content

[@PhilsCampingReviews]

Thanks

[@escapethesystem5049]

Watch to the end, top review.

[@PhilsCampingReviews]

Thank you

[@danielhoath691]

Nices work 👍🍺🍻🇭🇲

[@PhilsCampingReviews]

Thank you

[@ebonymccartney5434]

Thanks mate, watched it through to the end. appreciate the time taken, this fridge is a front runner for my van build. Nice to hear you are still happy after 12m!

[@PhilsCampingReviews]

No problem 👍 It's still going strong. Stays on all the time.

[@mjcm1963]

Hi. Another great video. Iv watched all your videos till the end. Well done.

[@PhilsCampingReviews]

Big thanks

[@sharonpower8139]

Thanks for the review Phil. I have subscribed 👍 I am considering purchasing this fridge & your review has sealed the deal. Keep up the good work with the reviews and vids they are great to watch. Thanks again.

[@PhilsCampingReviews]

Thanks Sharon. I’m sure you will be very happy with this fridge👍

[@natatkinson2743]

Well done Phil, been watching to the end on most, and giving the thumbs up, I’ve got almost the same fridge but an evakool, thanks for the review.

[@PhilsCampingReviews]

Your welcome, thanks for watching to the end

[@davidglanfield7037]

Awesome review. Watched the lot. Now made my mind up to purchase this frdge/freezer. Subscribed.

[@PhilsCampingReviews]

Awesome👍

[@michaelkinens8759]

Thanks Phil - very informative and helpful review (certainly didn't know about the KickAss until I saw your video but its now gone to the top of my list - me thinks Clayton needs to get you on the payroll!). You had me from go to whoa.

[@PhilsCampingReviews]

Thanks 👍 it’s a great fridge. I will have another video out on it soon.

[@stephenmcanally9324]

Great work Phil I enjoy your video Reviews I also watch till the end keep up the good work mate

[@PhilsCampingReviews]

Thanks 👍

[@annerozsa2076]

Enjoyed your video and I selected both like and subscribed. I watched video all the way through and found this informative and interesting, I have only just ordered the 75L Dual Zone Fridge Freezer and look forward to receiving it, we have previously had an Engel and I am really pleased to hear you say Phil that the Kickass is even more economical to run. Thank you and I look forward to more of your videos. Also very happy KickAss supplies a cover which Engel do not. Kind Regards Anne

[@PhilsCampingReviews]

Awesome, thank you!

[@KickAssProducts]

Thanks for the review mate, it was in-depth and really well put together! Looking forward to seeing your other videos :)

[@PhilsCampingReviews]

Thanks for watching. 👍

[@shaneharris5917]

G’day mate I watched from start to finish and thoroughly enjoyed the video. I enjoy all videos that you put out and I am a subscriber. Cheers

[@PhilsCampingReviews]

Thanks

[@willrobinson5063]

Thanks for the info.I think I will definitely buy the 75 kickass fridge...

[@PhilsCampingReviews]

Awesome. It’s a very good fridge

[@Deceptive24]

Nice review mate, lots of detail to help make a decision!

[@PhilsCampingReviews]

Thanks

[@brucemckenzie8610]

First time watcher. Enjoyed the video Phillip. I watched to the end. I have ordered the same fridge and looking forward to getting it. I'll be watching more of your videos. Cheers Bruce

[@PhilsCampingReviews]

Awesome, thanks for watching all the way through to the end.

[@haitchutube]

All the way through Phil great job appreciate your time and your reviews 👍🏻 just purchased the 75ltr KA fridge freezer so looking forward to stocking it with frosties n tasties 🍺🍖 keep up the videos champ Cheers 🍻

[@PhilsCampingReviews]

Good choice!

[@davidbritz3706]

Very honest and good review, watched till the end.

[@PhilsCampingReviews]

Thanks David

[@MichaelSmith-nq9pw]

Mate you're doing an excellent job on you're reviews watched a few of you're videos now and each one I've watched have covered everything I was interested in keep it going mate PS watched the whole vid

[@PhilsCampingReviews]

Thanks

[@GeorgeAlfred5777]

Thanks for the insight mate, I'm leaning more to the Kickass fridge now. Especially after the power consumption and insulation width

[@PhilsCampingReviews]

It’s a top fridge and still performing strong a year later. Will be filming a 2 year review soon.

[@trevormerivale7210]

@@PhilsCampingReviews I went through your channel Phil, I couldn't find your 2 year review. Have I missed it or has it not come out yet? You seem like a top bloke and I'm only half way through this video. I'm considering buying one so I'm just seeing if they are worth it. Do you have any experience with the bigger one, you know the 95L dual zone that ilook the same as the evakooltm dztm 95 travelmate dual zone? Thanks for your content! just going by the thumbnail and title it looks like you do some killer work 👌 looks like its going to be a late night with Phil 👍

[@user-so7ej8wj5e]

Hi Phil, l love your video. I am looking at getting the kickass 75 lt fridge freezer are you still happy with it?

[@PhilsCampingReviews]

Yes, absolutely. Still using the fridge.

[@1800BigRob]

Watched to the end mate. We bought the same fridge off Aussie Direct straight after watching your video 6mths ago and subscribed ever since.

[@PhilsCampingReviews]

How you finding the fridge? Thanks for watching to the end

[@1800BigRob]

Phillip Damiano it’s a ripper. Not many trips thanks to lockdown here in Vic. But with testing on a 140ah AGM battery it drew just under 10amps in 24hrs in ECO mode

[@PhilsCampingReviews]

1800BigRob Awesome👍. I’ve never tried economy mode.

[@captaincaveman00]

Well done mate keep up the great work , allways watch 100% of your videos . Not far till ya get 1000 subs 👍

[@PhilsCampingReviews]

So close!

[@braydenhowie]

Watched the lot mate - very informative video. Think you've sold me on a new fridge! Cheers

[@PhilsCampingReviews]

Great to hear!

[@mikew419]

Thanks Phillip. Your channel is so informative and helpful. We watch until the end and sometimes more than once. Please keep making the videos!

[@PhilsCampingReviews]

Mike W Thanks

[@michaelmedicworldoftanks33fps]

Great fridge! I am subscribing because I understand your efforts

[@PhilsCampingReviews]

Thanks Michael

[@billwalker1625]

Well done watched to the end and covered lots of info about the fridge. Have the same fridge and very happy with it and had it since Dec 2019 and it hasn't been off. Beats my Engel (40Lt grey) hands down. Hope it lasts as long as it 30+ years.

[@PhilsCampingReviews]

Yep, best fridge out.

[@perty11]

Very informative video I have been looking for a good fridge freezer for a while so I can get rid of my kings 45ltr which works when it wants.after watching the video to the end.i hadn’t heard of kickass before. It looks a good unit.I sent an order in and bought one hope fully get it in a week or 2.cheers

[@PhilsCampingReviews]

Over two years I owned mine now and still going strong. Awesome fridge.

[@stemac67]

A good, honest review Phil. I've been considering one of these fridge/freezers for a while and had a look around at others. But i think your review has convinced me this is the one to go for. I am yet to hear a bad thing about them.

[@PhilsCampingReviews]

You will not go wrong with one of these, terrific fridge.

[@mattycostar]

Good review Phillip

[@PhilsCampingReviews]

Thanks

[@phantomgold5773]

Nice review thanks

[@PhilsCampingReviews]

Thanks for watching!

[@Sawadventures67]

Hi Phil I watched till the end Ellie is watching to 🐶

[@PhilsCampingReviews]

FJ Camping & touring Thanks👍

[@haroldtatow852]

Thanks lad for the review on the fridge they are a awesome fridge I have a Family member that has one too and it ran heaps better then my 40lt Engel fridge i couldn’t believe it I thought my engel fridge was deadly lol

[@PhilsCampingReviews]

Same here, I also own a 40L Engel fridge and the Kickass fridge is a lot better. I’m going to film an updated video on the Kickass fridge soon.

[@frednurks8528]

You should watch an interesting video on Lock your hubs 4WDing channel, about fridge covers. Even though I am happy with the performance of my Engel, I ditched my cover and it works even better. You need to insure good ventilation around the compressor end of your fridge and keep it out of direct sunlight. Liked your review, kickass make some great stuff.

[@PhilsCampingReviews]

Don’t think I seen that video yet. I’ve tried without the fridge on my Engel during summer and I had to put it back on. Freezer struggled and compressor running non stop. I now use the Engel at home to store fruit and veges. Even though it’s plugged into mains power now, I still have the fridge bag installed

[@eds4wdcamping]

Hey, Phil watched till the end I am one of the 15% .😀

[@PhilsCampingReviews]

Thanks 👍

[@glenncorbett6708]

Hi Phil, Love the video mate. Can i have an update on how the fridge is going now? I am considering a kickass fridge and curious to see 2 years after your video how it is going

[@PhilsCampingReviews]

It’s going great. 4 weeks ago I removed it from my 4WD and currently using as a spare fridge freezer at home, as I have updated to a upright fridge in my 4wd. 2 and a half years I’ve owned the kickass fridge so far, hardly ever gets switched off. I leave it on 24 hours a day 365 days per year and it still preforms like the day I purchased it.

[@benlux2625]

Watched to the end👍

[@PhilsCampingReviews]

Thanks Ben

[@raymonddowney9726]

Thanks Phillip for the review. I am sold. This is my next camping purchase. Selling my engle and evakool, already convinced my wife. :-) . If it has been running non-stop for 12mths do yo even need to recharge your AGM battery at home and around town? Also I never knew you could turn one side off. I love your videos. Subscribed and watched to the end, @ 2x speed. it is 12.43am though. Cheers, Ray

[@PhilsCampingReviews]

Raymond Downey hi, I use a 240v charger at home which keeps the battery charged

[@crab445Hornet]

good onya phil need to see more beer in that fridge...............

[@PhilsCampingReviews]

😁 usually there soft drinks

[@pallet2play596]

Well done Phil great review we also have the same fridge and love it too, we’ve also just subscribed as we do enjoy your videos especially as we are also owners of Pajero. Keep up the great work👍🏻

[@PhilsCampingReviews]

Pallet 2 Play thanks

[@brentway5914]

Just sold me on one . Ordered online 20 mins ago

[@PhilsCampingReviews]

There a great fridge. The insulation is great.

[@troyus111]

watched to end mate

[@PhilsCampingReviews]

Thanks👍

[@dannylacey3058]

The msa fridge barrier has adjustable height mate

[@PhilsCampingReviews]

I owned one for a few years and there was no adjustable heights on mine.

[@captaincaveman00]

Good stuff mate i made it to end 👍

[@PhilsCampingReviews]

Thanks👍

[@mikew419]

Thanks Phillip. Your channel is informative and so helpful. We watch them all and usually more than once. Please keep making them!

[@gadgetphilosophy8290]

Man they’re call centre is in Philippines. Good luck trying to get a warranty.

[@PhilsCampingReviews]

I did not know that, what happened to the Aussie call centre.

[@PhilsCampingReviews]

To be honest, I’ve not had the best experience with warranty claims the couple times I’ve used it. It was a nightmare, disappointed to hear there call centre has moved to the Philippines.

[@gadgetphilosophy8290]

@@PhilsCampingReviews well as of at least a year. I bought their fridge a single zone 65lt.. it’s swelled up at the bottom. It Still works. No spills or leaks. Looks brand new but the base has deformed. Been trying to contact them. They get you to download a video and photos. Can’t even talk to a real human. No direct number. So pissed off. Why call yourself Australian direct ? Maybe Philippines direct. Don’t get me wrong the call centre people are polite and I’m sure they’re great people. But I bought an Australian fridge with a so called Australian warranty ? How is this fair ?

[@geoffmcgovern3707]

Hey Phil, we watched till the end, keep the great vids coming

[@PhilsCampingReviews]

Thanks Geoff

[@tanvirkhan8702]

Good review Phil. Can I ask where you got the cage from please?

[@PhilsCampingReviews]

I got it from Australian Direct (kickass) on the Sunshine Coast. Same place as the fridge. Although, they don’t stock or sell the fridge cage anymore. Check out Dunn and Watson in Brisbane. I think they are selling the same one now.

[@tanvirkhan8702]

@@PhilsCampingReviews Thanks mate!

[@Bandits_68]

Hi Phil, I purchased this fridge around 12 months ago and I am very happy with it, until the app for the fridge was updated and stuffed up. Can't do Jack sh** now with it. 😡

[@PhilsCampingReviews]

I’ve updated mine and it’s fine. Contact Australian direct and put a warranty claim in. I’m sure they will sort it out.

[@PhilsCampingReviews]

Did you put a claim in for Warranty?

[@tanvirkhan8702]

Hey Phil, Ive just rec'd my KA 75L and want to place it on the same side as you have so I can easily access the control panel. Can you tell me how you have setup the cable so it doesnt get caught in the fridge slide?

[@PhilsCampingReviews]

My video on the fridge slide I filmed recently shows how I accomplished this.

[@PhilsCampingReviews]

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[@tanvirkhan8702]

@@PhilsCampingReviews thank you!

[@tanvirkhan8702]

Another great vid and some great tips Phil. Thanks for doing it. How do you find the cage? Is it sturdy enough?

[@PhilsCampingReviews]

@@tanvirkhan8702 Yes the cage is solid. Has a bit of weight in it. But it’s strong.

[@parabelllum8733]

The Engel runs more efficiently without the bag according to one test I saw - the bag traps the heat in and the compressor had to work harder interestingly

[@PhilsCampingReviews]

My tests found the opposite. This maybe so in cooler climates, but up here in QLD the bag is required. My 40L Engel is the duo. Has a freezer compartment. During our warmer months the Engel fails to keep food frozen without the bag. Without the bag my 120 amp agm will not last a day, as it has to constantly run . I been told Engels not designed for our climate. As they are made for overseas market. The problem is the insulation is not thick enough for our climate.

[@PhilsCampingReviews]

I ran tests with and without the bag on my engel. The bag is required if you don’t want to damage your agm battery. I think the guy your referring to that reckons you don’t need the bag lives in Melbourne. I different climate to where I live.

[@PhilsCampingReviews]

I’m running similar tests with the kickass fridge, I’m almost completed my tests. Will be filming an updated video soon. I’ve found the bag on the kickass fridge is not required up here in qld during our summer because of the thick insulation and the fridge style door seals. That’s another thing, compare the seals between the Engel and kickass. The kickass has fridge seals like you see on your fridge at home, Engel has a thin strip rubber.

[@parabelllum8733]

@@PhilsCampingReviews the problem is the bag doesnt let the compressor vent and heat builds up . Climate is not relevent . Engel has been on the Australian Market for decades . Had mine for 17 years . Keeping it cold is not a problem ,if anything the damn thing is too cold - Ronny Dahls review of the 40 litre dual zone also had nil issues . The energy efficiency of the Engel is second to none also .... I doubt the Chinese built fridges will be as durable

[@PhilsCampingReviews]

My tests show the opposite of what you say. Mine struggles run as a freezer/fridge. I don’t think there all that great of a fridge the Engel.

[@leighroy8981]

Would i be ok to run this fridge off a 120ah agm with no solar as i move camp each day so car is always ticking over. And over about 5 days

[@PhilsCampingReviews]

Yes, No issues there, as long your using a DC DC charger.

[@PhilsCampingReviews]

I don't use my solar panel everyday. Like you sometimes I go for a drive, this keeps my battery topped up.

[@leighroy8981]

@@PhilsCampingReviews i only have vsr

[@PhilsCampingReviews]

@@leighroy8981 As long your vehicle not using a smart alternator you should be fine with the VSR. I'm not 100% certain on this, My believe is a smart alternator will not put out enough volts to charge your AGM.

[@leighroy8981]

@@PhilsCampingReviews im pretty sure its the other way around and pumps in to many volts amd doesnt build up voltagae slowly but its been fine for years in my brothers gu

[@amit333sharma]

Hi mate what brand and size barrier/cage is that to protect the fridge from other stuff in the boot.

[@PhilsCampingReviews]

Hi, that was sold by australiandirect at the Sunshine Coast. Same place that sells the kickass fridge.

[@amit333sharma]

@@PhilsCampingReviews thanks mate. I will contact them

[@parabelllum8733]

question ... is the Kickass just a re badged Waeco/Dometic ?

[@PhilsCampingReviews]

No. I don’t believe they are. The Kickass fridge is specially made for Australian Direct from what I gather.

[@parabelllum8733]

@@PhilsCampingReviews they are very similar in many respects .... same compressors and similar design - Im guessing Dometic are the maker , which is not a bad thing

[@DutchK75]

@@parabelllum8733 They are more inline with the fridges that Indel B make. Dometics are all plastic.

[@leethooker2806]

15%er. Watched through

[@PhilsCampingReviews]

Thanks👍

[@husa58]

The big Question? is it any better than any other fridge out of China at half the cost with the same spec's apart from the fact you got yours for free..interested too know?

[@PhilsCampingReviews]

Good question. I don’t know the answer to that. You would think if the specs are the same, same components, they would be just as good. Many items from China are made in same factory and there rebranded out for the different importers.

[@dodgydave5854]

Brought 75L Kickass fridge/freezer Used trice, not holding temp Contacted (customer support/fridge warranty) Australian Direct Had to cut trip short by 4 days, due to issue with fridge/freezer Spoke to person dealing with warranty after 4 days of attempted contact, 5 calls and 4 emails later Customer service, disgraceful, far from professional after sale service, shouldn't need to contact as many times to get a response. Have previously purchased many Kickass products, would not purchase another fridge from this company, due to lack of customer service.

[@PhilsCampingReviews]

Must admit, I've experienced the same customer service from them. Thought that was sorted out. Trouble is the owner can't always be there, Best to try to contact him direct when this happens, He prides on customer service. I'm sure he would want to know about this.