I Replaced My Cooler with This 12V Fridge (BougeRV 23 Quart Review)

In this episode of DIY Camp Life, I review the BougeRV 12V 23 Quart Portable Fridge/Freezer after using it for months in real-world camping and off-grid conditions. If you’re looking for a compact, quiet, and power-efficient 12V fridge for a camper, teardrop trailer, overlanding rig, or car camping setup, this one deserves a look.

I break down the design, size, capacity, power consumption, and performance, including how it handled hot summer camping days and long stretches off-grid. This BougeRV portable fridge can run as a fridge or freezer (down to -8°F), operates on 12V/24V DC or 110–220V AC, and features ECO and MAX cooling modes with built-in battery protection to prevent draining your vehicle battery.

I also share real battery usage numbers from my 100Ah setup, how it performs with solar, and the pros and cons you should know before buying. Plus, I show how it fits perfectly in my Hiker Trailer galley, along with a link to my custom sliding tray build video.

💡 Topics covered in this video:
• BougeRV 23 Quart portable fridge review
• 12V fridge vs cooler for camping
• Power usage and off-grid performance
• Car camping, overlanding, and teardrop trailer fridges
• Real-world solar and battery results

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Check out the video about the custom slide-out that I made for this fridge: DIY Fridge Slide Out for my Hiker Trailer. -    • DIY Fridge Slide Out for my Hiker Trailer  

Thanks for watching — and I’ll see you in the next adventure.