F40C4TMP 30 Quart 12V Portable Refrigerator 12 Volt Car Fridge
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About F40C4TMP 30 Quart 12V Portable Refrigerator 12 Volt Car Fridge
Overall Feedback:
86% positive
80% liked its sturdy construction, but 20% found it flimsy.
I find the build quality of this fridge better than the other midgrade brand.
I initially gave a great review and mentioned that it looks high quality and very streamlined.
My observation is that the bottom of the product feels cold to the touch and has condensation forming, suggesting that there may be significant heat loss.
83% praised its impressive cooling performance
I have found that the cooling performance of this product is better than the old thermoelectric coolers I have used in the past.
When the cooler is on eco mode and in my 68F house with water bottles chilled to 33F, it draws about 33-34 watts when running. In max cool, it draws 43-45 watts. It only runs for maybe 10-15 minutes every hour.
80% appreciated the easy cleaning, though 20% found it a hassle.
I can easily take the device from the car to the hotel room with the included plug in power adapter.
It is important to wipe down the fridge at least once a week if you plan to use it for food storage long term, as moisture will build up over time.
83% found it easy to install and set up, while 17% struggled with the process.
The best part is the ease of taking it from the car to the hotel room with the included plug in power adapter.
One negative of this product is that the 12V plug cannot be pulled out of the unit without possibly breaking the plastic.
88% praised its quiet operation, while 12% found it too loud.
When the compressor is working, the unit is not too noisy.
The compressor is quieter than expected and makes only a bit of noise, hardly noticeable.
The product is loud with a high pitch hum when running and may not be suitable for light sleepers, contrary to the reviews.
I have complained about the terrible noise of the product, even after checking the fan and letting it run for a longer period of time.
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84% liked its lightweight and portable design, while 16% found it too heavy.
On long road trips, I plan to use a remote thermostat with a sensor inside the cooler and the readout up front in the cab to monitor the temperature.
I use the unit while camping to freeze more ice packs, indicating its portability.
The carry bag interferes with the power plugs and the cutouts are in the wrong spot and direction.
84% appreciated its energy efficiency, though 16% found it drained the car's battery.
The power consumption of this unit is similar to Dometic, consuming up to 8-10A/hour in freezer mode and around 5A/hour regularly.
I have been told that any fridge/freezer is more energy efficient when it is full, but I did not realize how much of a difference it makes.
84% liked the ample storage space
I want a larger size refrigerator with the same design as this one, where the compressor does not encroach on the interior.
I can store about 3 weeks worth of frozen meat in this freezer.
82% praised its precise temperature control, but 18% found it inconsistent.
I set the temperature to 34 degrees F, but it fluctuates between 29 to 38 degrees.
I am experiencing an issue with the controller not cycling the compressor on in a timely manner, causing the temperature to rise too much before it is controlled.
