Product Review · 12V Portable Fridges · #4 Ranked
BodegaCooler 38-Qt Dual Zone
38-quart dual-zone compressor fridge with app control · Reviewed by Drew · amazon.com live, Sept 24 2026
Why it scored a 82
The BodegaCooler 38-Qt Dual Zone is the cheapest way to get a separate fridge and freezer side. At $201.59 you get 38 quarts, two independently controlled zones, app control and H/M/L battery protection, which earns Value 92 and Features 86. Owners rate it 4.5 stars across 1,992 ratings. Quality sits at 74 and Reliability at 78 because this is a budget brand with no SECOP compressor, and the warranty wording is soft: 1 year on parts and a 5-year compressor life span claim.
What you're getting
- 38 qt (36L) with two independently controlled zones
- Removable divider turns it into one large zone
- Temperature range -4°F to 68°F
- Bluetooth app control and LED display
- H/M/L battery protection with set cut-off voltages
- 12/24V DC and 100-240V AC cords included
- LED interior light, drain hole and basket
- 1-year parts coverage; compressor claim is a life span
ViperScore breakdown
At a glance
- 38 qt, two zones
- App control
- 4.5 stars, 1,992 ratings
- Price$201.59
- Tier38-quart dual-zone compressor fridge with app control
- Category rank#4 of 10
Should you buy the BodegaCooler 38-Qt Dual Zone?
The BodegaCooler 38-Qt Dual Zone is for families and road-trippers who want frozen food and cold drinks in one box without spending ICECO money. At $201.59 it ranks #4 of 10 in our 12V Portable Fridges category. If you do not need two zones, the BougeRV CR22 23-Qt has a stronger track record. If you want dual zone with a SECOP compressor, the ICECO GO20 Dual Zone costs $449.00.
Where it earns its score
- Two zones for $201.59. Each side has its own temperature, so ice cream and salad ride in the same box.
- Flexible layout. Pull the middle divider and it becomes one 38-quart compartment.
- App control. Bluetooth lets you check and set both zones from your phone.
- Solid owner data. 4.5 stars across 1,992 ratings gives it a Satisfaction score of 90.
What to know first
- Warranty is the lowest factor at 60. Parts get 1 year, and the compressor promise is worded as a 5-year life span rather than a clear warranty.
- Budget build. Quality scores 74; it lacks the SECOP compressor used in the ICECO models.
- It is 28.5 inches wide. Measure your cargo area before you order.
Our verdict
The BodegaCooler 38-Qt Dual Zone scores 82, a Good Buy and #4 in our 12V Portable Fridges category, on Value (92), Satisfaction (90) and Features (86). Buy it if you want two temperature zones for about $200. If you want a stronger warranty and a proven compressor in a dual-zone box, the ICECO GO20 Dual Zone (78) is the pricier alternative.
ICECO GO20 Dual Zone
Questions buyers ask
Is the BodegaCooler 38 quart dual zone?
Yes. It has two zones with independent temperature control, and the divider comes out if you want one large space.
Does the BodegaCooler work with an app?
Yes. It has Bluetooth app control plus an LED display on the unit.
What warranty does BodegaCooler offer?
The listing states 1 year on parts and a 5-year life span on the compressor; confirm the compressor terms with the seller.
Ready to check it out?
BodegaCooler 38-Qt Dual Zone · ViperScore 82 · Good Buy · $201.59
How the other 9 12v portable fridges scored
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78ICECO GO20 Dual Zone
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