

❄️ Stay cool, stay ahead—your ultimate road trip sidekick!
The BougeRV 12V Refrigerator CR22 is a 23-quart portable compressor fridge/freezer designed for vehicles and outdoor adventures. It cools rapidly down to -7℉, runs efficiently on 12/24V DC or 110~240V AC power, and features a 3-level battery protection system to safeguard your vehicle’s battery. With ultra-quiet operation and a compact, durable build, it’s perfect for camping, tailgating, and long road trips where freshness and reliability matter.






















| ASIN | B08G1BBBQW |
| Best Sellers Rank | #807 in Automotive ( See Top 100 in Automotive ) #1 in Automotive Interior Coolers & Refrigerators |
| Brand | BougeRV |
| Capacity | 23 Quarts |
| Customer Reviews | 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (3,037) |
| Date First Available | August 17, 2020 |
| Exterior | Smooth |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Item Weight | 22.27 Pounds |
| Item model number | CR22 |
| Manufacturer | BougeRV |
| Manufacturer Part Number | BJA3001-02204 |
| Model | CR22 |
| Number Of Doors | 1 |
| Product Dimensions | 12.2 x 12.6 x 22.28 inches |
| Special Features | Memory |
| Voltage | 12 Volts (DC) |
A**N
Great cooler, it can even be used to supplement a freezer or refrigerator.
I’ve been using this cooler for over two years on multiple trips, and it has performed flawlessly. It runs equally well on 12V and 120V power, is quiet, and delivers excellent cooling performance. Because it uses a true compressor, it works reliably in all conditions. When my neighbor’s refrigerator failed, it was even able to keep her breast milk frozen. Be aware that if you set the temperature to 36°F or lower, items near the inside wall closest to the control panel may freeze.
T**Y
BougeRV 23qt review at 10 months
It has been close to a year since I purchased this Fridge, and I want to leave my honest review. I’ve been using the BougeRV 23qt since July 2024 for my Jeep Gladiator, and I can confidently say it has exceeded all expectations. I currently have a 50qt ARB fridge that I use on my off-road teardrop trailer. Comparing to this one to the ARB which is much more expensive, this compact fridge performs extremely well above its weight in performance, reliability, and value. **Cooling Performance:** This fridge cools down *fast*—within 15 to 20 minutes, it's already well below refrigeration temps. It consistently maintains temperature even in hotter climates and inside a warm car, which is more than I can say living in AZ, especially during the brutal summer months. I set the average temperature at 25 degrees and have no problems keeping it at that level daily. I have set the temperature at -5 degrees on a few occasions, and it has had no issues at all. **Efficiency:** What really surprised me is how energy-efficient it is. It draws very little power, making it perfect for my overlanding setup and road trips. I've run it for days off a small power station without worry. When the Jeep is not on the go, I have it plugged into my Jackery 500, setting the fridge at 25 degrees and using it constantly for a 6-8 hour period. It only consumed about 40% of the battery life. **Build Quality:** The unit is solidly built and better than I expected. The handle could be made deeper and I can see someone with much larger fingers having difficulty with it when lifting the fridge. The digital controls are intuitive and easy to use, and the LED display is clear even in bright light. It doesn't feel cheap at all—despite being significantly more affordable than top-tier brands. **Noise Level:** Very quiet. You’ll barely hear it running, which is a big plus if you’re sleeping in your vehicle or nearby. **Portability:** At 23 quarts, it's the perfect size for solo travel or weekend getaways. It holds more than you think, and the compact design means it fits easily in the backseat or trunk. **Final Thoughts:** The BougeRV 23Qt car fridge has worked tremendously well for my needs. It’s rare to find a product at this price point that can genuinely outperform some of the more expensive competition. Whether you're new to car camping or just looking for a reliable backup, this fridge is a smart buy and I highly recommend it. **The only areas of improvement that I can see are a drain when cleaning/washing, like my ARB fridge, and deeper handles that allow a better grip.
D**S
Reliable & affordable portable fridge/freezer
Purchased specifically for a road trip that requires overnight stay to keep frozen bag of fresh food frozen to avoid buying dry ice or bags of ice. It performs as advertised! We did test after sitting it upright for about 24hrs after receiving this unit. Plugged into the outlet directly with a fridge thermometer inside not specifically to compare accuracy but to confirm it ran as expected. Then tested it with ice cubes in the little bowl. We were impressed by this little unit that we decided to drive with it in the van for couple of days to test out further with grocery shopping trips which included Ice Creams with about 1hr drive altogether. Success. The temp difference between this unit and fridge thermometer we had was about +/-3 to 5F. We did not mind this as much as the temp fluctuation can be different between environment or what we have inside, and it wasn't 10F difference. We did plug it in before the trip to prep before placing the frozen items inside the cooler. The unit itself is quiet enough not to notice it's running while driving. And we loved the fact that it came with 12v and 110 plug - this was important as our primary use, of course, was for the road trip. Other units we were looking at required separate purchase of accessories (including adapters etc. etc.) which added up to be a huge investment. As a first time owners of portable fridge/freezer, this fit the bill with good rating that we can try affordably. Went for 23QT to fit between the seats, on the floor. Light to carry, small enough to be portable, quick to reach the desired temp. We've been using quite often for the last couple of months and it's been really reliable.
A**R
Better Than I Expected - Low Power Use - Light Weight - Quiet
For our trip North to South, we are not bringing our travel trailer. Mainly because of our late departure this year. To allow us to bring my medication that must remain refrigerated, I picked up a portable refrigerator that runs off the cars 12-volt system. After some research, I ended up with a BougeRV 23-quart refrigerator. It can maintain temps anywhere from -8° to 50° F, selectable to what you want. I set ours to 37° F. The storage compartment of the frig is 9.65 inches high by 9.84 inches wide and 13.78 inches long. This is all usable area. I purchased it with an insulated cover BougeRV also makes that helps maintain its temperature. When we are parked or spending the night at a hotel, the refrigerator will continue to run powered by a Harbor Fright Predator 350W portable power station. This station is small and very compact. It is rated at 294-watt hours and will keep the refrigerator powered for well over 24 hours. This surprised me. I was hoping for at least 8 hours, but 24 hours is fantastic! I should also mention how quiet it is. You can barely hear it. The insulating cover also adds to attenuating the sound. My only disappointment, some fruit drink containers are too tall to fit vertically. So, they must be laid down horizontally to fit. Half-gallon milk containers fit vertically. All in all, I really like this BougeRV 23-quart refrigerator. It does everything I hoped for and more.
F**Z
3 meses de uso: Había tenido refrigeradores de otras marcas más prestigiosas, así que mis expectativas eran altas. Sin embargo, este producto me ha sorprendido bastante con su calidad. Algunas cosas a remarcar: excelente capacidad de enfriamiento, buena eficiencia de energía, muy silencioso en comparación con otros; suficiente calidad de construcción y estética. Lo recomiendo ampliamente.
S**H
I have a Dodge Grand Caravan camper conversion and my husband built slide-out drawers/bed conversion. So we had a fixed height and I realised my old cooler was not going to cut it. I struggled to find a low profile real fridge and just could not believe the price of an actual real fridge/freezer with precise temperature control. Unreal. The build is great quality, handle grips make it easy to manoeuvre, the imprinted instructions on the lid mean you are never left trying to remember what each control is for. While not relevant to the mighty Dodge Grand Caravan, the ability to set a battery max. draw level is supreme too. The hum of the fridge is barely discernible (and I am a light sleeper) and the eco and max modes are just so flexible: use max when you are in a rush to hit the road, and use eco on the road. What I do like is, when you start up the car, it will give one beep to confirm it is connected. When not connected I like the Rocksolar battery system as it is also smaller but powerful. Using reflective window coverings will keep internal temp down and save your battery. This will fit a soy milk carton upright so that's a huge win right there. If you need a low profile yet spacious fridge/freezer this is it. We have a bus conversion and it came with Dometic fridge/freezer and, yes, they are bigger (as is the bus) but we cannot see a difference in quality. Great intuitive and user-friendly settings. P.S. Remember this can ONLY be a fridge OR freezer at any one time. I'm planning on getting a heavy duty non-plug in cooler and moving over everyday food items couple days at a time to the cooler, keeping this as a freezer.
A**G
Was great for a cross Canada trip. Kept our food nice and cool. Came home and it suddenly just stopped working. Very disappointed, especially with all the great reviews. I was hoping to use this for years to come. Oh well. Update: The seller stepped up and sent us a new one. So far it's been working fantastic with no issues. I've been testing it for a couple weeks as a backup freezer and am able to keep things at -18 with no problem!
C**E
Edit: after sending customer service a video and checking for a few simple problems following their instructions, they sent me a new one that works amazing! It is quiet, it cools from room temperarure to fridge temperature in a matter of 15 -20 minutes. Its not too heavy or large in size and the lid seals with a magnet. Love it. Ear-piercing high pitch squealing whenever the compressor runs. Pronounced when in smaller space such as the vehicle. Otherwise it is an impressive product, cools to fridge temp in under 15 minutes. We will have to return it due to the noise I guess. What a bummer
J**N
We took our new Bouge RV portable refrigerator on a three week trip, including lots of camping, and it performed as we hoped - quiet enough not to disturb our sleep, more power efficient than expected (we were camping in moderate weather conditions, and used less than 300 Wh per day). The only problem was that a buckle on the Bouge RV carrying case broke the second time we lifted the refrigerator by the strap - no damage was done, but we'll be contacting Bouge RV's customer service for a replacement. We contacted Bouge RV's customer service, and they sent us a complete set of new carrying straps for free! Excellent customer service. We have since used the portable refrigerator on a number of weekend camping trips, and it works very well, even when the air temperatures are over 30C. One other review cautioned about putting a warm item next to the outside wall - I want to second this, the temperature sensor must be near the right front corner, as I put a beer can there to cool it and then the refrigerator ran very hard for a long time, and showed 10C in the cooler. I found that the edge of the lettuce near the back wall was frozen! So if you load warm things in, make sure that nothing 'freezable' is touching the walls, or put the warmer item on top of others, or near the centre.
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