ICECO Killed My Dometic | Why I Changed to an ICECO JP50 Fridge for My Minimalist Setup

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  • @Guitarsdetectors
    @Guitarsdetectors 11 місяців тому +7

    Both fridges are great. But I came here for the SLO MO vegetables washing. 😂 it didn’t disappoint.

    • @TrailNewbie
      @TrailNewbie  11 місяців тому +2

      Hahahahhahah!!! Yesssss, an overlanding UA-cam video MUST HAVE! The slow-mo cooking scenes! 🔥🔥🔥
      Thanks for watching and for the comment - if gave me a legit LOL 🙌🏼😃👊🏼👏🏼😆

  • @joemzd
    @joemzd Рік тому +5

    You’re so right about those Dometic latches, they are terrible! It’s been years since they released the CFX line and they *still* haven’t changed a thing.

    • @TrailNewbie
      @TrailNewbie  Рік тому +1

      Ya, it’s so weird. They nailed everything else about that fridge, but one of the most important things - how it closes!!!! 😜😜😜 It’s so strange.

  • @HardFish-i9p
    @HardFish-i9p Рік тому +5

    What a nice unit! Thanks for reviewing it!

    • @TrailNewbie
      @TrailNewbie  Рік тому

      My pleasure! Glad that you liked it! 🙌🏼😃

  • @BakerOverland
    @BakerOverland Рік тому +2

    Favorite review I’ve watched. So soothing and beautifully shot. Also your setup is straight DIALED! 🫡

    • @TrailNewbie
      @TrailNewbie  Рік тому +1

      Thanks buddy!! Really appreciate it! Let’s connect soon re: Round Table! 👏🏼🙌🏼👊🏼😃

  • @freedomtowander
    @freedomtowander Рік тому +4

    Congrats on the sponsorship!!! It makes sense you truly live the life!

    • @TrailNewbie
      @TrailNewbie  Рік тому

      Thanks buddy! I really appreciate the support! 👊🏼👏🏼🙌🏼😃

  • @utubetjc
    @utubetjc Рік тому +2

    Well done brother! I purchased the ICECO Go20 and like it so much I bought a larger model...the VL35 Pro S. Both fridges are efficient, well made and maintain accurate temps. Travel safe.

    • @TrailNewbie
      @TrailNewbie  Рік тому +1

      That’s awesome! Ya, I love the ICECO already! 🙌🏼👏🏼👊🏼😃 Thanks for watching and for the comment. 👍🏼🙏🏼

  • @AT4OB
    @AT4OB Рік тому +4

    Such an awesome trail!!! And I definitely gonna get myself a fridge now

    • @TrailNewbie
      @TrailNewbie  Рік тому +2

      Ya buddy! If you get an ICECO, use the promo code!!! 😃😃😃

  • @alpinetactics
    @alpinetactics 10 місяців тому +2

    Great video. Man Really loved the outro with the Praise music.

    • @TrailNewbie
      @TrailNewbie  10 місяців тому

      🙌🏼🙌🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼 Thank you so much! I really appreciate it! I love that song so much! 👏🏼🙏🏼

  • @freedomtowander
    @freedomtowander Рік тому +4

    Hate to blow up the comments section like this, but wow! That’s like a ton more volume! 15:25 and you could put ice packs in the back cubby if you ever needed to move it with food inside and no power!

    • @TrailNewbie
      @TrailNewbie  Рік тому

      Hahaha! All good! Always love to you from you! Ya, the ice pack idea is solid. Great thinking! 😃🙌🏼

  • @brianczarny3272
    @brianczarny3272 Рік тому +2

    Hi. Absolutely love your videos. About that tailgate table. I also have one from Tailgater. What and where did you find that storage panel for your utilities? Thank you and keep up the great videos.

    • @TrailNewbie
      @TrailNewbie  Рік тому

      Thank you so much! I really appreciate it! Thank you for taking the time to reach out and comment. The storage on my Trailgater is called the Cutlery Keeper by Overland Outfitters. They make a bunch of awesome custom stuff. Here is the link. I’m not affiliated with them, just a great product. I showcase it in my ‘Kitchen’ video a bit if you’d like to check that out. 👊🏼👏🏼🙌🏼😃
      www.overland-outfitters.com/store/p20/Cutlery_Keeper.html#/

    • @brianczarny3272
      @brianczarny3272 Рік тому +1

      @TrailNewbie Thank you, I'll definitely check it out and I'll look for your kitchen video.

  • @flyfisher530
    @flyfisher530 Рік тому +2

    Great video Greg! The scenery looks soooo familiar! Love that spot and such a great review buddy! Looks like a really nice fridge that I am sure you will get a lot of use out of. Stock it with some eggnog next time! 😂

    • @TrailNewbie
      @TrailNewbie  Рік тому +1

      Hahahah! Thanks Mike! Yes, the egg nog is a must have!! 👏🏼🙌🏼👊🏼😃

  • @michaelprince77
    @michaelprince77 4 місяці тому +1

    Got a iceco jp 40. Works awesome and sips the battery. It runs for a long time on just one charge from the bluetti ac180.

    • @TrailNewbie
      @TrailNewbie  4 місяці тому +1

      Yep, I think the SECOP compressor is key - it’s such a quality one. I love my JP50. Thanks for watching and for the comment! I really appreciate it!🙌🏼🙏🏼👊🏼😃

    • @michaelprince77
      @michaelprince77 3 місяці тому

      @@TrailNewbie thank you for your time and review. Much appreciated.

  • @CruisinMiles
    @CruisinMiles Рік тому +3

    I gotta check one of these out man!

    • @TrailNewbie
      @TrailNewbie  Рік тому +1

      Ya man! 100%, so compact and all around awesome! Rugged too! 😃 Got to watch your rig overview today!! 👊🏼🙌🏼

  • @jonnytacooutdoors
    @jonnytacooutdoors Рік тому +2

    Hey Great Review.👍🏼

    • @TrailNewbie
      @TrailNewbie  Рік тому

      Thanks buddy! Really appreciate it! 👊🏼👊🏼

  • @CaverJamie
    @CaverJamie 10 місяців тому +2

    Iceco does not use same compressor as dometic. Iceco is Secop, dometic is vsmo3, in the cfx3 versions.

    • @TrailNewbie
      @TrailNewbie  10 місяців тому +1

      Oh interesting! I didn’t realize they changed to proprietary compressors - this used to be the case in many of their fridges. But indeed, it appears you are correct. I’ll pin a comment on this so that people can have this more accurate information! Do you know when the change took place? I’m imagining in the last couple years? Thank you for watching and for your comment! I really appreciate it! 😀

  • @pamelaschlitz1011
    @pamelaschlitz1011 5 місяців тому +1

    what tri pod light are you using, where do I get it.

    • @TrailNewbie
      @TrailNewbie  5 місяців тому +1

      Great question! It’s the Devos Light Ranger. It’s totally awesome! I’m not affiliated with them, but here is a link to where I bought it: www.devosoutdoor.com/products/lightranger Thanks for watching and for the comment! I really appreciate it!🙌🏼🙏🏼👊🏼😃

  • @soerenzimmermann1765
    @soerenzimmermann1765 10 місяців тому +1

    Awesome review, thank you. What brand is the tripod and light setup?

    • @TrailNewbie
      @TrailNewbie  10 місяців тому

      Great question: it’s called the Devos Lightranger. I’m not sponsored or anything - just highly recommend! Thank you for watching and for the comment! Cheers! 😃

  • @rnavarrete26
    @rnavarrete26 Рік тому +2

    Love your videos brother! ❤

    • @TrailNewbie
      @TrailNewbie  Рік тому +2

      Thank you so much! I really appreciate it! This one was fun to film for me, as I haven’t traditionally done a product comparison like this! Thanks for watching and for the comment! 👏🏼🙌🏼👊🏼😃

  • @B0SSLEVEL_
    @B0SSLEVEL_ Рік тому +2

    best review on UA-cam 😆🔥

    • @TrailNewbie
      @TrailNewbie  Рік тому +1

      Best review in the history of the WORLD 🌎!!

  • @DutchK75
    @DutchK75 6 місяців тому +3

    I've had both. I'm using two Iceco's in my big rig. Jp40 as a fridge and Jp50 as a freezer. If you are using the Iceco's as refrigerators they are fine. That crisper pocket in freezer use is absolutely worthless. So really truly it negates a lot of the use space. The biggest difference in the Dometic and Iceco is the fact the Dometics are way better inulated. I had my cfx3 55 come unplugged and it took it 10 hours to go from 8 degrees to 29 degrees. Had my Jp50 do the same thing. It was at 53 degrees 4.5 hours later.
    For most people that just want a refrigerator the Jp series Iceco's are pretty descent. If it didn't have that crisper pocket. I'd like them way more. I do like the slim profile.

    • @TrailNewbie
      @TrailNewbie  6 місяців тому +1

      Ya, you make a good point about the crisper pocket. It does not get as cold at all vs the rest of the fridge. I use that area for water bottles only. They get cold enough to be enjoyable. But you are spot on regarding the attribute that is the most different about the two, and that is the Dometic has a thicker insulation - agreed! Thanks for watching and for the comment! I really appreciate it!🙌🏼🙏🏼👊🏼😃

  • @trevino73
    @trevino73 5 місяців тому +1

    Hello. Quick question. What is that extended light source you are using that you got out of the back seat? I would like to purchase one. Just subscribed 😊

    • @TrailNewbie
      @TrailNewbie  5 місяців тому

      Great question! It’s the Devos Lightranger. Totally awesome!! 👏🏼 Thanks for watching and for the comment! I really appreciate it!🙌🏼🙏🏼👊🏼😃 and thanks for the sub! 🙏🏼

    • @trevino73
      @trevino73 5 місяців тому

      @@TrailNewbie Thank you for the quick response. I will definitely be getting one. 🙂👍

  • @cowelk
    @cowelk 10 місяців тому +1

    How much power does it use? If you were out camping and not driving around much how long will your battery pack keep it running? As much as I would like to have a fridge the cost of the fridge and a battery pack large enough to run it will run over a $1000. Possibly $2000. My Pelican 50 cooler, as heavy as it is, will keep my food and drinks cold for over a week. It is about 30 long by 20 wide and 20 inches high. So, it is quite a bit wider and longer than either of yours so it works for your application of overlanding and sleeping in the Jeep where mine would have a much larger footprint. However, I don't have the battery pack taking up room and it keeps my food cold both in and out of the Jeep. Great review of a fridge that works for overlanding. I enjoy your channel.

    • @TrailNewbie
      @TrailNewbie  10 місяців тому

      Thank you for watching and for your comment! I really appreciate it! 😀 regarding the amount of power needed. A 1,000 watt hour battery could probably run it for 3-4 days in cool ambient temps. Maybe 2 days in hotter temps. I use a 1200 watt hour battery and I think I could get 4-5 days. I’d suggest a VTOMAN FlashSpeed 1500, there’s a link in the description. That would do really well and it’s a very solid option on cost, around $750. Thanks again for watching! 👏🏼🙏🏼👊🏼😁

  • @truestory923
    @truestory923 10 місяців тому +1

    I like your videos. Thanks for making them!
    For me, it would have been nice if you had shared just a minute on how these fridges run off your Jeep. So you can only plug them in when you're driving and then the down time they just are waiting to be plugged in again once you're back on the road? I'm assuming they're plugging into the cigarette lighter... Unless one has solar panels... Right?

    • @TrailNewbie
      @TrailNewbie  10 місяців тому

      Great question! I actually have the fridge in the Jeep at all times, and I have it plugged in to my Anker 757 (Solix F1200) with is a 1,226 watt hour battery. What I do is: I plug the Anker into a 12v outlet that is at the back of the Jeep that only provides power when the vehicle engine is on. So there is no worry about killing my Jeep battery (plus the Anker has low voltage detection on it, so it should stop ‘charging’ if the car battery is running dangerously low). This keeps the Anker charged usually about 80% to 100% at all times. Then, the fridge is plugged into the 12v outlet on the Anker. What I do is - - I just turn on the fridge when I’m going on a trip. And, I’ve never had any fear of killing my Anker or my car battery. Now, I would not recommend running a fridge off of just a vehicle battery using the 12v (cigarette lighter) as there would be a possibility of killing your battery. With an auxiliary battery like an Anker or VTOMAN in between the vehicle and the fridge, there is an added layer of protection. I hope this all makes sense! Thank you for watching and for your comment! I really appreciate it! 😀

  • @takavantec
    @takavantec 9 місяців тому +1

    How is the compressor noise for both model?

    • @TrailNewbie
      @TrailNewbie  9 місяців тому

      Great question: I don’t have a decibel reader or anything, so just my ear. IMO the Dometic is slightly more quiet. But, at night, I run a ‘noise maker’ that is sort of a white-noise of the sound of rain. I love this sound to sleep to, and it drowns out any sounds that might be coming from the fridge while I’m sleeping in there. Thank you for watching and for your comment! I really appreciate it! 😀

  • @JimboP-Outside
    @JimboP-Outside 9 місяців тому +1

    Great video, nice comparison. 👍 And you’ve got that gorgeous Jeep tricked out perfectly!

    • @TrailNewbie
      @TrailNewbie  8 місяців тому

      I really appreciate the kind words! 😃 Thank you for watching and for your comment! 🙏🏼 I really appreciate it! 😀

  • @GiselleTrujillo
    @GiselleTrujillo 9 місяців тому +1

    Ok what camera are you using? Please share, the video quality is interesting.

    • @TrailNewbie
      @TrailNewbie  9 місяців тому

      Great question! Every video I film is done on an iPhone 14 PRO MAX and is edited on my phone as well. Thank you for watching and for your comment! 🙏🏼 I really appreciate it! 😀

  • @user-tj3yi9zj4m
    @user-tj3yi9zj4m Рік тому +2

    I like the no BS review. makes me wonder about my dometic. hmmm

    • @TrailNewbie
      @TrailNewbie  Рік тому +1

      Thanks! I really appreciate you watching and for the comment! 😃👊🏼👏🏼 Ya, while I don’t hate my Dometic, this ICECO was really a great selection for me! I’ll be running this fridge for a long time! 🙌🏼🧊

  • @ilhommuminov708
    @ilhommuminov708 Місяць тому +1

    Hi I own a Dometic CFX3 75DZ Dual Zone I purchased about 3 years ago I don’t really remember about $1300 some change it’s a good Fridge I like material and finish but the only downside is exactly after 3 years the sensors went bad also another downside is they’re not very durable and goes bad some people have had this issue a lot also you can’t find it here in USA 🇺🇸 you gotta purchase it from website or EBay can you imagine from Australia 🇦🇺 i spend about $89.00 some change received it after two weeks and I replaced it myself how do you mention the sensors goes bad on the screen ? it’s showing high temperature either on one side or other side. It took me about 40 minutes to replace it. It wasn’t so easy or hard, but you could do it if you pay attention. other than that it’s a good fridge ! Good content

    • @TrailNewbie
      @TrailNewbie  Місяць тому +1

      Wow, this is great info! Ya, Dometic is an awesome brand - I think for me the main downside was the space profile. The ICECO JP50 has just been awesome for me. I have ICECO asking me to take a new fridge from them - they will send me anyone that I want, but I just love my JP50 so much I don't know what I'd do with a new fridge! AHHAHA. ICECO is my brand when it comes to fridges - - I think from a price perspective they are solid as well. And with the quality of the compressor (Secop) you can't go wrong in my view! Thank you for watching and for your comment! I really appreciate it! 😀

    • @ilhommuminov708
      @ilhommuminov708 Місяць тому

      ⁠@@TrailNewbieto be honest nothing is perfect in this world but please keep us updated about ICECO I heard very positive things about it, thanks 🙏 God bless !

  • @j.copeland7305
    @j.copeland7305 10 місяців тому +3

    I'm more interested in that light

    • @TrailNewbie
      @TrailNewbie  10 місяців тому +1

      Hahah, yes! That is the Devos Lightranger and it is TOTALLY AWESOME!!! 👏🏼 Thank you for watching and for your comment! I really appreciate it! 😀

    • @j.copeland7305
      @j.copeland7305 10 місяців тому +1

      Thanks also love the cooler
      Buy one of those lights devos

  • @cubul32
    @cubul32 5 місяців тому +1

    What about the noise?

    • @TrailNewbie
      @TrailNewbie  5 місяців тому

      Great question! I sleep with a white-noise maker that makes the sound of rain. With that, I’ve never heard the compressor while sleeping even once. The compressor is very quiet as well. Thanks for watching and for the comment! I really appreciate it!🙌🏼🙏🏼👊🏼😃

    • @cubul32
      @cubul32 5 місяців тому +1

      @@TrailNewbie you know the Engel fridges? With a rattling loud noise? I was hoping it's the opposite 😅 so thanks for the feedback.

    • @TrailNewbie
      @TrailNewbie  5 місяців тому +1

      @@cubul32 ya, definitely no rattling. Very quiet overall. 😊

  • @t.o.f.t.s.
    @t.o.f.t.s. Рік тому +1

    I really like Iceco products. 👍

    • @TrailNewbie
      @TrailNewbie  Рік тому +1

      Ya, I love this JP50 so far. I just took it out today and it performs like a champ! 🏆

  • @Coppersaguaro
    @Coppersaguaro 8 місяців тому +1

    I really want an Iceco. Just missed their 30% off sale.

    • @TrailNewbie
      @TrailNewbie  8 місяців тому

      Ya, they are solid! I really love mine! Thank you for watching and for your comment! 🙏🏼 I really appreciate it! 😀

    • @whatwasthat3269
      @whatwasthat3269 8 місяців тому

      I got a jp50 christmas it's pretty sweet.

  • @2-old-Forthischet
    @2-old-Forthischet Рік тому +2

    I'm all about cheap. I bought a 32 quart fridge for wayyyyyyyyy less. Yes, I know you probably get what you pay for but, did I say I'm all about cheap?
    I also sleep inside of my ride.

    • @TrailNewbie
      @TrailNewbie  Рік тому +1

      Right on!! Ya, I know that SetPower makes some very good value fridges!! Did you get a SetPower?

    • @2-old-Forthischet
      @2-old-Forthischet Рік тому +1

      @@TrailNewbie I got a Bouge fridge. I saw another Ew Toober who tried 12 different fridges and the Bouge was one of them. So far so good. I even take it when I pull my travel trailer so after I park the trailer at a full hook up site, I'll have it for the full day of exploring before returning to the trailer in the evening. I gave away all of my ice coolers, one of which was brand new and never used!

    • @TrailNewbie
      @TrailNewbie  Рік тому +1

      @@2-old-Forthischet right on! Ya, I’ve seen that brand - I almost bought one last year! 😃😃

  • @what_ever1971
    @what_ever1971 8 місяців тому +1

    I had my iceco for a couple of years I like it, had the apicool for a little over a year it broke down don’t buy apicool. I have 3 problems with it. 1 my fault, 2 my dogs fault, and 3 everyone will have that problem. 1 the blue light, I thought it would be cool. It sucks at lighting. 2 my dog uses it as a step stool which she shuts it off all the time. I wish it had a lock on it. 3 is the lid, you will have a problem with your lid. The locking mechanism broke got that fixed now I’m dealing with the other end.

    • @TrailNewbie
      @TrailNewbie  8 місяців тому

      Right on! Thanks for the feedback! Ya on the buttons, I fell like they should have to be held longer or something to turn off and on the fridge. It can be bumped easily and unknowingly you’ve turned off your cooler. Thanks for watching and for the comment! I really appreciate it!🙌🏼🙏🏼👊🏼😃

  • @michaelbattin
    @michaelbattin 7 місяців тому

    thank you

    • @TrailNewbie
      @TrailNewbie  7 місяців тому

      Thanks for watching and for the comment! I really appreciate it!🙌🏼🙏🏼👊🏼😃

  • @DarronSanderson
    @DarronSanderson 6 місяців тому +1

    It’s human nature to assume spending more results in better quality. But, in this case, the Iceco cost less but has more storage.

    • @TrailNewbie
      @TrailNewbie  6 місяців тому

      Yep 💯 Thanks for watching and for the comment! I really appreciate it!🙌🏼🙏🏼👊🏼😃

  • @OffTheClockNow
    @OffTheClockNow 8 місяців тому +1

    Even with your promo discount, the JP50 is over 500$, not the 3 something you showed...

    • @TrailNewbie
      @TrailNewbie  8 місяців тому

      Great point! At the time that pricing was for the JP50 non-Bluetooth model. Unfortunately, right now I think they are sold out! 🥲😫😬
      I’ll check with ICECO and see if it is now discontinued or if they’re just out of stock currently. 👍🏼 Thanks for watching and for the comment! I really appreciate it!🙌🏼🙏🏼👊🏼😃

  • @stevemueller7376
    @stevemueller7376 6 місяців тому +1

    love my VL65 iceco in my teardrop camper

    • @TrailNewbie
      @TrailNewbie  6 місяців тому

      Right on! Love it! Ya, I’m a big ICECO fan for all the reasons stated! Thanks for watching and for the comment! I really appreciate it!🙌🏼🙏🏼👊🏼😃

  • @1mw4tch1ng
    @1mw4tch1ng Місяць тому +1

    not a dual zone so no go.

    • @TrailNewbie
      @TrailNewbie  Місяць тому

      Ya, I know what you mean! A dual zone is really nice. I haven’t upgraded to that yet, but it’s possible that it’s in my future. Thanks for watching and for the comment! I really appreciate it!🙌🏼🙏🏼👊🏼😃

  • @Burritosarebetterthantacos
    @Burritosarebetterthantacos 7 місяців тому +1

    Because everyone else did. Just say it.

    • @TrailNewbie
      @TrailNewbie  7 місяців тому +1

      HAHAHA, you might be right! Haven’t seen a lot of Dometic out on the trail. ICECO is just so solid. Been very happy so far, even though my JP50 is more on the ugly side of portable fridges. Thanks for watching and for the comment! I really appreciate it!🙌🏼🙏🏼👊🏼😃

    • @Burritosarebetterthantacos
      @Burritosarebetterthantacos 7 місяців тому +1

      I mean Im getting one too😂😂😂

    • @TrailNewbie
      @TrailNewbie  7 місяців тому

      @@Burritosarebetterthantacos AHAHAHAH, love it! You won’t regret it! What model are you planning to get?

    • @Burritosarebetterthantacos
      @Burritosarebetterthantacos 7 місяців тому

      @@TrailNewbie not 100% I still use the yeti for drinks but I’ve realized the cooler stinks for food

  • @SOLDOZER
    @SOLDOZER 4 місяці тому +1

    Fake news. Fake ad. Iceco is total garbage compared to Dometic. Iceco is the Kia Soul of fridges.

    • @TrailNewbie
      @TrailNewbie  4 місяці тому +3

      Sorry this video didn’t hit you in a positive way. But thank you for the feedback nonetheless. I do appreciate all comments whether positive, or in this case constructive. I really appreciate it!🙌🏼🙏🏼👊🏼😃

    • @SOLDOZER
      @SOLDOZER 4 місяці тому +1

      @@TrailNewbie Someone tell ICECO all that metal will rust in marine environment. Its a no go.

    • @TrailNewbie
      @TrailNewbie  4 місяці тому +2

      @@SOLDOZER Will do! Though I think the bulk of their finishes are Stainless Steel.