Thank you for your honest review and great suggestions! Both the VLPro and APL55 (the silver one) are true outdoor beasts. No matter which one you choose, you're in for a lot of surprises and adventure! 💥
After having the VL37 and the ALP55. I agree, it’s much better. The ALP55 also seems to be way more efficient on hot days probably due to the thicker insulation. The way the lid was designed might have been a factor with the efficiency. The VL lid design is awesome but I would take the ALP55 design for a more efficient fridge. The VL model just runs all the time compared to the ALP55.
I just purchased the APL55 (the silver one) but in black off the Iceco website. They are running a Valentine's Day sale, 15% off. PLUS, they have a Military discount and they allowed me to use both! It wasn't 30% off, it was 15% off the purchase for the sale, and then they let me apply the military discount on top of that. Still nearly $250 off.
Good review. Couple notes on the newer one, which I own. I have it in black, and it scratches really easily. My front handle spring return failed and now it doesn’t return to flat. And lastly, I was really surprised how noisy the compressor is when driving over rough roads. Same sound as when you move around any household fridge. No issue for you truck guys, but quite noticeable inside an SUV. I did put a piece of sticky backed foam on the top of mine to allow packing on top of it without things sliding off 🤙🏼
Damn that sucks. I know the handles are removable. Have you tried to diagnose what went wrong. I ran the fridge in the house for a week using it daily to test everything out and mine doesn’t seem to make much noise. It’s actually quieter than my EcoFlow Glacier. I can definitely see the aluminum scratching very easy but should last a long time. Thanks for watching the review and hopefully you don’t have any other issues with yours.
For me, the black one is a brainer to keep. Just the lid alone makes my decision because like you said peoples plug situation is different and the black one allows for that plus, not everyone had the lid space to lift a lid therefore removable is the way to go ! Thx for the review. However you didn’t show how it works in an overland situation. Plug in, does it drain car battery when car isn’t running etc.
Just got the 55 a couple of months ago and love it! Just got off of a two week trip through Idaho, Oregon, Montana and Wyoming. Loved being able to have the freezer available and having the app really makes it convenient to manage. Great review!
That is a great idea. They actually just released a fridge cover that I’m thinking of getting. Would be a shame to cover the beautiful polished finish but would be nice to not destroy it also. What do you think?
Wonderful, honest review! Thank you. We've been running the IceCo 3-1 Jp42 (Fridge/Freezer/Ice Cooler for over 3 years. We absolutely love it. I totally agree about the lid on the silver one. I like the versatility of the black one. Our buddy from Toyota Overlanders just sold his Dometic to buy the black one. I do like the soft close and more insulation. Have you considered running a test to see how much power each uses in fridge mode? It's great to see more and more folks making the switch. Really, the best value for the money. Not to mention high quality. Mark (& Teresa) Hampstead Maryland • Purpose Built Adventure Rig • Ford Ranger - GFC Camper V2 #1919
Thank you so much. I thought about doing the power consumption test but it is completely dependent on the variables of ambient temp versus product temp and I don’t thing much comes out of it for real world use. I feel like most Overlanders have massive power systems that could run any fridge since the price of the solar generators are so reasonable now. Thank you so much for watching and I’m glad you liked the review.
I usually do and thought I did for that review. ICECO was having a sale, I think. I don’t always put the price in the review only because I get comments that the price isn’t the same when they go to buy. Sales come and go and don’t want to be one to get someone’s hopes up on a price and have it be more expensive. I’ll do my best to make sure I put the prices in the reviews though.
No I would say go for it. We actually keep the ICECO running in the kitchen for extra drinks this summer because our fridge is on the small side and it’s so convenient.
I have a Smartcap on my gladiator with a slide. But I like to access the frig from the side wing door. Can you open the silver one while inside your cap or is top too tall?
Just saw your video for the first time. The new iceco is promising. Have you done anymore videos to find out how long a 500 watt power bank would run it, or like the ecoflow you have in the background? Great video.
The black one was purchased but the new silver one was sponsored. I wasn’t paid for the review and everything in the video is my true opinion. I get that question a lot.
Thank you for your honest review and great suggestions! Both the VLPro and APL55 (the silver one) are true outdoor beasts. No matter which one you choose, you're in for a lot of surprises and adventure! 💥
Love our 55, don’t know what more to say😊😃
After having the VL37 and the ALP55. I agree, it’s much better. The ALP55 also seems to be way more efficient on hot days probably due to the thicker insulation. The way the lid was designed might have been a factor with the efficiency. The VL lid design is awesome but I would take the ALP55 design for a more efficient fridge. The VL model just runs all the time compared to the ALP55.
It’s awesome hearing people’s personal experiences with using multiple fridges. Great observations and I completely agree. Thanks.
Energy consumption would have been helpful information to include in comparison.
I just purchased the APL55 (the silver one) but in black off the Iceco website. They are running a Valentine's Day sale, 15% off. PLUS, they have a Military discount and they allowed me to use both! It wasn't 30% off, it was 15% off the purchase for the sale, and then they let me apply the military discount on top of that. Still nearly $250 off.
Dude that is awesome!!!!
Had to like the Video for the comment. "The APL55....sorry the Silver one." Way to know the audience! Love it. Great video.
Haha. Absolutely. I get confused with all the industry designations so I assume everyone else does also. Thanks and much appreciated!!!
Good review. Couple notes on the newer one, which I own. I have it in black, and it scratches really easily. My front handle spring return failed and now it doesn’t return to flat. And lastly, I was really surprised how noisy the compressor is when driving over rough roads. Same sound as when you move around any household fridge. No issue for you truck guys, but quite noticeable inside an SUV. I did put a piece of sticky backed foam on the top of mine to allow packing on top of it without things sliding off 🤙🏼
Damn that sucks. I know the handles are removable. Have you tried to diagnose what went wrong. I ran the fridge in the house for a week using it daily to test everything out and mine doesn’t seem to make much noise. It’s actually quieter than my EcoFlow Glacier. I can definitely see the aluminum scratching very easy but should last a long time. Thanks for watching the review and hopefully you don’t have any other issues with yours.
I wish it would fit in my 04 4RNR build.
For me, the black one is a brainer to keep. Just the lid alone makes my decision because like you said peoples plug situation is different and the black one allows for that plus, not everyone had the lid space to lift a lid therefore removable is the way to go ! Thx for the review. However you didn’t show how it works in an overland situation. Plug in, does it drain car battery when car isn’t running etc.
Just got the 55 a couple of months ago and love it! Just got off of a two week trip through Idaho, Oregon, Montana and Wyoming. Loved being able to have the freezer available and having the app really makes it convenient to manage. Great review!
Thank you so much. I really dig all the features of that fridge as well. Sounds like you are really getting after it!!!
I know this is a bit old, but awesome fridge, love it and love the Bluetooth 😊👌
The best!
Vinyl wrap the top to prevent scratches.
That is a great idea. They actually just released a fridge cover that I’m thinking of getting. Would be a shame to cover the beautiful polished finish but would be nice to not destroy it also. What do you think?
Just reviewed the JP50Pro on my channel and came from a SetPower fridge. It's so much better and pulls nearly 30w less of power.
Nice. It’s a sick fridge. What is your channel. I’ll check it out.
Love this fridge full stop 😊😃👍
Wonderful, honest review! Thank you. We've been running the IceCo 3-1 Jp42 (Fridge/Freezer/Ice Cooler for over 3 years. We absolutely love it.
I totally agree about the lid on the silver one. I like the versatility of the black one. Our buddy from Toyota Overlanders just sold his Dometic to buy the black one. I do like the soft close and more insulation.
Have you considered running a test to see how much power each uses in fridge mode?
It's great to see more and more folks making the switch. Really, the best value for the money. Not to mention high quality.
Mark (& Teresa)
Hampstead Maryland
• Purpose Built Adventure Rig •
Ford Ranger - GFC Camper V2 #1919
Thank you so much. I thought about doing the power consumption test but it is completely dependent on the variables of ambient temp versus product temp and I don’t thing much comes out of it for real world use.
I feel like most Overlanders have massive power systems that could run any fridge since the price of the solar generators are so reasonable now.
Thank you so much for watching and I’m glad you liked the review.
@@AdventureBuilt😊
I wish ppl would say the price when doing reviews. Thats probably the 2nd most important thing besides freezing
I usually do and thought I did for that review. ICECO was having a sale, I think. I don’t always put the price in the review only because I get comments that the price isn’t the same when they go to buy. Sales come and go and don’t want to be one to get someone’s hopes up on a price and have it be more expensive. I’ll do my best to make sure I put the prices in the reviews though.
Great video. Would you advise against or for using this (the silver one) as an everyday fridge in the garage?
No I would say go for it. We actually keep the ICECO running in the kitchen for extra drinks this summer because our fridge is on the small side and it’s so convenient.
I'm new to portable fridges and I want to know if it's safe to leave it inside the car during hot summer days while grocery shopping?
I lived in Arizona for over 20 years and have had my fridges in 120-130 degree temps without any issues.
You'll just need a way to keep power to it such as a Jackery-type of power station.
I have a Smartcap on my gladiator with a slide. But I like to access the frig from the side wing door. Can you open the silver one while inside your cap or is top too tall?
You can’t combine the codes, but still a great deal.
Sorry about that. I was hopeful!!!
Just saw your video for the first time. The new iceco is promising. Have you done anymore videos to find out how long a 500 watt power bank would run it, or like the ecoflow you have in the background? Great video.
Thank you so much. I haven’t done that testing but if I can carve out some time I’ll try to give it a shot. Thanks again.
Does the silver one come in a smaller size? 35 or 45 by chance? With the same thick insulation?
I’m not exactly sure on all the sizing. The website is loaded with specs.
Apl35 became available June 2024 from Indiegogo
Both of these were purchased by you or were they given to you for free?
The black one was purchased but the new silver one was sponsored. I wasn’t paid for the review and everything in the video is my true opinion. I get that question a lot.