18/20
Dometic CFX5 35
The one I'd buy with my own money — the benchmark every other 12V cooler gets measured against.
C$1,307.20Checked Oct 6Check price
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Alpicool CF45
The value pick that embarrasses coolers twice its price. Not perfect, but close enough to make you question the premium.
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BougeRV 23 Quart
The budget door-opener. Does the job for weekend trips; long-haul drivers will want more.
C$209.99Checked Oct 6Check price
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