The Lowdown
The compact BODEGA R50 Cooler is the perfect travel companion to cool or freeze food and drinks. It uses a small amount of power and runs quietly, and the interior options and reversible door make it useable in almost any space it can fit. You can control the temps with the front door display panel or the mobile app to keep your food and drinks cold and ready without needing to stop for ice. This is an excellent refrigeration option for any form of travel or camping.
Overall
Pros
- Runs on 12V power
- Several installation options
- Customizable interior
- Reversible door
Cons
Whether on a long road trip or camping for a long weekend, keeping food fresh is imperative to help save money and make the journey enjoyable. The BODEGA R50 Cooler is a 45-liter refrigerator-freezer option packed with features that make it an excellent addition to an RV or vehicle. The R50 runs off of 12v/24v power, so it should be easy to use on the go.
The BODEGA R50 Cooler can be installed on the countertop, built-in, or left freestanding, making it usable for many situations. This fridge weighs around 40 pounds and measures 20.87″ tall by 18.87″ deep by 14.87″wide. The 45-liter/1.6 cubic foot capacity should be plenty for a road trip or camping trip.
Don’t let the BODEGA R50 Cooler’s smaller size fool you; it is packed with features. The door is reversible to ensure the mini fridge-styled cooler will work where you need it. You can customize the cooler’s interior set-up to suit your needs; options include a removable freezer shelf, a wire shelf, a crisper drawer, and removable door bins. The interior light is a nice touch.
The BODEGA R50 Cooler’s powerful compressor runs at only 60w and runs on 12v power, making it perfect for a car, van, or RV. It fits nicely in the back of my wife’s car and could fit in my Jeep if I folded the rear seats down. My camper includes a second refrigerator, but this could fit perfectly in a side compartment or easily be framed under a cabinet.
Although this model is quite portable and versatile, it would be nice if BODEGA offered a slightly larger version for those who needed it and had the space.
Controlling the BODEGA R50 Cooler’s cooling zones is convenient, using the digital control panel on the front or the BODEGA mobile app.
The compact BODEGA R50 Cooler is the perfect travel companion for cooling or freezing food and drinks. It uses a small amount of power and runs quietly, and the interior options and reversible door make it usable in almost any space. You can control the temperatures with the front door display panel or the mobile app to keep your food and drinks cold and ready without needing to stop for ice. This is an excellent refrigeration option for any form of travel or camping.
The BODEGA R50 Cooler retails for $399; it is available directly from the manufacturer and other retailers, including Amazon.
Source: Manufacturer supplied review sample
What I Like: Runs on 12V power; Several installation options; Customizable interior; Reversible door
What Needs Improvement: Nothing so far!
Very nice! I’d love to have this when camping!
This would have been perfect for our camping trip!