# BougeRV CRD2 V2 43 + Battery Review (2026) > BougeRV CRD2 V2 43 + Battery review: 43-quart dual zone 12V compressor fridge. Specs, power draw, battery runtime, pros, cons and our 7.9/10 verdict. - Source: https://portablefridgeguide.com/fridges/bougerv-crd2-v2-43-battery/ - Markdown version: https://portablefridgeguide.com/fridges/bougerv-crd2-v2-43-battery.md - Last updated: 2026-10-30 --- - [Home](https://portablefridgeguide.com/) - [Compare fridges](https://portablefridgeguide.com/fridges/) - BougeRV CRD2 V2.0 43QT with 240Wh Battery 7.9 ![BougeRV CRD2 V2.0 43QT with 240Wh Battery](https://portablefridgeguide.com/_astro/bougerv-crd2-v2-43-battery.Bgu122Jl_ZB7NGO.webp) BougeRV · Mid-range # BougeRV CRD2 V2.0 43QT with 240Wh Battery Review Car campers who want a cordless dual-zone fridge on wheels with a battery in the box, for well under the price of Anker or EcoFlow. - 43 qt (40 L) - Dual zone - -4°F to 68°F - 50.7 lb - Battery included $$$$ Mid-range Price tier: Mid-range price tier · see Amazon for today's price [Check price on Amazon](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GJYCVHJN?tag=portablefridgeguide.com-20)[See alternatives](#alternatives) Opens Amazon in a new tab. The button links this exact size. By [Portable Fridge Guide Editorial Team](https://portablefridgeguide.com/about/) · Updated October 30, 2026 · [How we score](https://portablefridgeguide.com/how-we-research/) Our score comes from manufacturer specs, professional reviews, and owner reports. It is not a hands-on lab test. ## The verdict On paper the CRD2 V2.0 with battery is the best value in cordless fridges: dual zones, wheels, solar input and a LiFePO4 battery for about $430. It's a 2026 release with a thin review record and fuzzy runtime claims, so buy it knowing you're an early adopter. If you want a proven battery fridge, the Anker EverFrost 2 costs more but has a stronger track record; if you'll always have vehicle power, the no-battery version saves $130. ### What we like - 240 Wh LiFePO4 battery included and clips in without cables - Dual zones, each −4°F to 68°F, with lights in both compartments - Wheels, telescoping handle and a built-in 150 W solar input - About $430 with the battery — roughly $300 less than battery fridges from Anker or EcoFlow ### Watch out for - New 2026 model with only ~44 Amazon reviews, so long-term reliability is unknown - Runtime claims disagree (20 h on Amazon, 28 h on BougeRV's site), and the conditions aren't published - 2-year warranty and no published compressor make or average draw - About 51 lb with the battery ## Score breakdown Cooling & capacity 8 Power efficiency 7.8 Build & features 7.4 Value 8.6 43 qt (40 L) · Dual zone · 60 W rated ## CRD2 V2 43 + Battery specs | Brand | BougeRV | | --- | --- | | Capacity | 43 qt (40 L) | | Layout | Dual zone | | Cooling | Compressor (Not published) | | Temperature range | -4°F to 68°F | | Rated input power | 60 W | | Average draw | Not published by the maker | | Power | 240 Wh battery, 12/24 V DC, 100–240 V AC adapter, 12–32 V solar input (150 W max) | | AC adapter included | Yes | | Battery protection | Not stated in BougeRV's spec table | | Battery | Battery included (240 Wh) | | App | Bluetooth app | | Dimensions | 28.7 × 18.14 × 17.24 in | | Weight | 50.7 lb | | Wheels | Yes | | Warranty | 2 years | | Price tier | $$ Mid-range ($300–$600). See Amazon for today's price. | - BougeRV lists the fridge alone at 45.85 lb; the 50.7 lb shown is the Amazon listing weight with the battery. - Battery runtime: up to 20 h (Amazon) vs up to 28 h (BougeRV site, also cited in HOBOTECH's July 2026 video review), conditions not stated. - BougeRV's site showed this bundle at $499.99 sale / $639.99 regular on Oct 29, 2026; Amazon was cheaper at $429.99. - The app range is listed as up to 32 ft, which implies Bluetooth. ### Other sizes in this series Each size is a separate Amazon listing. Prices are typical street prices, not live. | Size | Capacity | Price | | --- | --- | --- | | CRD2 V2.0 43QT (no battery) | 43 qt | [Check price](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GHM9SKZR?tag=portablefridgeguide.com-20) | | CRD2 V2.0 52QT + 240Wh battery | 52 qt | [Check price](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GJZ3N8WB?tag=portablefridgeguide.com-20) | | CRD2 V2.0 52QT (no battery) | 52 qt | [Check price](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GHMN1CJ1?tag=portablefridgeguide.com-20) | | CRD2 V2.0 61QT (no battery) | 61 qt | [Check price](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GHMBX3P1?tag=portablefridgeguide.com-20) | Specs are compiled from manufacturer listings and independent reviews and may change between production runs. Confirm on the Amazon page before buying. ## How long will a battery run the CRD2 V2 43 + Battery? Estimated runtime on a 100 Ah LiFePO4 battery (about 90 Ah usable) with the fridge set to 37°F and the lid mostly closed. BougeRV doesn't publish an average draw for this model, so these figures are estimated from its size, calibrated on fridges that do publish one, and are rougher than usual. | Outside temp | Avg draw | Per day | Runtime | Solar to break even* | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | 70°F | 0.67 Ah/h | ~190 Wh | 5.6 days | ~50 W | | 85°F | 0.98 Ah/h | ~280 Wh | 3.8 days | ~70 W | | 100°F | 1.28 Ah/h | ~370 Wh | 2.9 days | ~100 W | * With 5 peak sun hours and 25% system losses. Freezer settings, frequent opening and warm food all add load. Try your own battery and weather in the [battery runtime calculator](https://portablefridgeguide.com/tools/battery-runtime-calculator/?model=bougerv-crd2-v2-43-battery). The BougeRV CRD2 V2.0 43QT is a dual-zone compressor fridge on wheels that comes bundled with a clip-in 240 Wh LiFePO4 battery, a telescoping handle and a built-in solar input. At about $430 with the battery on Amazon (check today’s price; BougeRV’s own store was higher when we looked), it undercuts the cordless fridges from Anker and EcoFlow by roughly $300 while adding a second zone. It’s aimed at car campers who want to wheel a fridge to a campsite or picnic table and leave the vehicle out of it. To see what the battery can realistically do on your trip, plug it into the [battery runtime calculator](https://portablefridgeguide.com/tools/battery-runtime-calculator/?model=bougerv-crd2-v2-43-battery). ## Who it’s for (and who should skip it) It’s a good fit if you car camp on weekends, want fridge and freezer in one box, and like the idea of running the fridge off its own battery overnight instead of risking your starter battery. The price makes it the value pick among battery fridges: you get the battery, wheels, dual zones and solar input for less than the [Anker EverFrost 2 40L](https://portablefridgeguide.com/fridges/anker-everfrost-2-40/) costs as a single-zone unit. Skip it if you want a long track record. This is a 2026 model with a thin review base, and BougeRV doesn’t name the compressor. If proven reliability is the priority, the EverFrost 2 is the safer cordless choice, and for rough-road overlanding a steel-bodied, Secop-powered fridge like the [ICECO VL45 ProS](https://portablefridgeguide.com/fridges/iceco-vl45-pros/) is built for it. Also skip the bundle if the fridge will live permanently on vehicle or house power; the no-battery version saves about $130. ## Dual zones and capacity Forty-three quarts split into two compartments, each with its own temperature setting from −4°F to 68°F and its own interior light. In practice that means a small freezer side for ice packs, frozen meat or ice cream and a fridge side for drinks and produce. Dual zones are the main thing separating this fridge from the cordless competition: Anker’s 40L is single zone, and EcoFlow only offers dual zones on its larger 45L and 55L Glacier Classic sizes. Keep in mind that splitting 43 quarts into two zones makes each side fairly small. If you mostly need one big fridge space, a single-zone box like the [Euhomy 59QT](https://portablefridgeguide.com/fridges/euhomy-59qt/) gives you far more room for the money, though without a battery or wheels. ## Battery, solar and runtime BougeRV’s runtime claims are inconsistent: up to 20 hours on the Amazon listing, up to 28 hours on its own site, with no conditions given for either. We’d treat both as best-case maker claims. Our own estimate, based on capacity rather than a measured figure, puts the fridge at about 310 Wh a day with both zones at 37°F on a 90°F day (about 1.08 Ah per hour at 12 V). On that basis a 240 Wh battery gives you somewhere around 17–19 hours in summer heat. Cooler weather, a pre-chilled load and a fridge kept in the shade all stretch that; running one side as a freezer shortens it. The 150 W solar input is the most generous of the battery fridges we track, and it matters. Replacing roughly 310 Wh a day takes about 83 W of panel at five peak sun hours, so a 100 W folding panel can roughly keep pace in good sun. Our guide on [solar panel size for a 12V fridge](https://portablefridgeguide.com/posts/solar-panel-size-for-12v-fridge/) walks through the math for cloudy days. You can also run the fridge from 12/24 V DC or the included AC adapter, which is how you should pre-cool it the night before a trip. Weight is the trade-off. The bundle is listed at about 51 lb with the battery (BougeRV lists the fridge alone at about 46 lb). The wheels and handle make rolling it easy; lifting it into a tall SUV is a two-hand job. ## Reliability and warranty BougeRV backs the fridge with a 2-year warranty, which is better than the 1-year whole-unit coverage on Alpicool or Euhomy but well short of Anker’s 5 years. The bigger unknown is age: with only about 44 Amazon reviews when we checked, there’s no reliable picture yet of how the compressor, battery latch or app hold up over several seasons. BougeRV doesn’t state its low-voltage battery protection settings in the spec table either, so if you run it from your vehicle’s socket, unplug it when the car sits for long. Our [battery protection settings guide](https://portablefridgeguide.com/posts/portable-fridge-battery-protection-settings/) explains why that matters. The app has a listed range of up to 32 ft, which points to Bluetooth. ## Bottom line On paper, the CRD2 V2.0 43QT with battery is the best value in cordless fridges: dual zones, wheels, a LiFePO4 battery and a strong solar input for about $430. The price of that value is uncertainty. It’s a new model with fuzzy runtime claims and no published compressor or draw figure, so you’re an early adopter. If that’s fine with you, it’s the battery fridge we’d look at first on a budget. If you’d rather pay more for a proven record, the EverFrost 2 40L is the alternative; see how they all compare in our [best battery-powered portable fridges](https://portablefridgeguide.com/posts/best-battery-powered-portable-fridges/) roundup. Ready to buy? · 7.9/10 BougeRV CRD2 V2.0 43QT with 240Wh Battery $$$$ Mid-range Price tier: Mid-range · 43 qt (40 L) · Dual zone [Check price on Amazon](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GJYCVHJN?tag=portablefridgeguide.com-20) ## Accessories for the CRD2 V2 43 + Battery Official and universal add-ons sold on Amazon — insulated covers, batteries, 12V wiring and mounting gear. Check the listing confirms your exact model and size before you buy. - Battery & power**LiTime 12V 100Ah LiFePO4 Battery (Group 31)**Universal fitAbout 1,280 Wh of lithium storage, enough to run an efficient 45-quart fridge for several days. This is the usual dual-battery or house-battery upgrade for overlanding rigs.[Check price](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BJ78JZ2B?tag=portablefridgeguide.com-20) - Battery & power**EcoFlow RIVER 3 Plus Portable Power Station (286Wh)**Universal fitA compact power station with a 12 V car outlet, enough for a night or two on a small fridge. It recharges from the car or solar during the day.[Check price](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DCCB657J?tag=portablefridgeguide.com-20) - Battery & power**Anker SOLIX C300 DC Power Station (288Wh)**Universal fitA budget DC-only power bank with a 12 V car socket. It keeps a small compressor fridge running overnight while the engine is off.[Check price](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0D62PMB3R?tag=portablefridgeguide.com-20) - 12V wiring**26 ft 14AWG Heavy-Duty 12V Extension Cord (20A)**Universal fitHeavy 14AWG wire avoids the voltage drop that makes fridges trip their low-battery cut-off when run from the front socket to the back of an SUV or truck bed.[Check price](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BMPX96JL?tag=portablefridgeguide.com-20) - 12V wiring**16.4 ft 12V/24V Car Fridge DC Power Cord**Universal fitA longer replacement for the short DC cord most fridges ship with, so the fridge can sit in the cargo area while plugged into a dash socket. Fridge-end plugs differ by brand: confirm the connector matches your model before ordering.[Check price](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0F2T7XPNQ?tag=portablefridgeguide.com-20) - 12V wiring**Anderson Power Products SB50 Connector Kit (6 AWG)**Universal fitThe standard overlanding connector for a fused, high-current fridge circuit. It is far more secure than a cigarette-lighter plug on washboard roads.[Check price](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07CHBKS6K?tag=portablefridgeguide.com-20) - 12V wiring**Renogy 12V 20A DC-to-DC Battery Charger**Universal fitCharges a second battery from the alternator while you drive and isolates it from the starter battery, so the fridge can never leave you unable to start the engine.[Check price](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DQP87ZRK?tag=portablefridgeguide.com-20) - Solar**FlexSolar 100W Portable Solar Panel**Universal fitA 100 W foldable panel sized for the built-in solar inputs on the Anker EverFrost 2 (100 W max), EcoFlow Glacier Classic (110 W) and BougeRV CRD2 (150 W). Check that the panel's connector or adapter matches your fridge or power station's solar input.[Check price](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DPFK9YMX?tag=portablefridgeguide.com-20) - Solar**Renogy 200W Solar Suitcase with 20A Charge Controller**Universal fitIt has its own charge controller, so it can top up a 12 V lithium or AGM house battery directly, with no power station needed.[Check price](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07RFQVB9M?tag=portablefridgeguide.com-20) - Solar**EcoFlow 220W Bifacial Portable Solar Panel**Universal fitA bifacial panel that plugs straight into EcoFlow RIVER and DELTA power stations. It is a good match if your fridge runs from an EcoFlow.[Check price](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09TKM8PBQ?tag=portablefridgeguide.com-20) Compatibility checked October 2026. More in our [portable fridge accessories guide](https://portablefridgeguide.com/accessories/). ## Featured in our guides - [The Best Dual-Zone Portable Fridges of 2026: Fridge and Freezer in One Box](https://portablefridgeguide.com/posts/best-dual-zone-portable-fridges/) - [The Best Battery-Powered Portable Fridges of 2026: Cordless 12V Fridges Compared](https://portablefridgeguide.com/posts/best-battery-powered-portable-fridges/) - [Best Portable Freezer for Camping: Which 12V Models Reach 0°F](https://portablefridgeguide.com/posts/best-portable-freezers-for-camping/) - [Best Portable Fridge Gifts 2026: 12V Fridge Gift Ideas by Budget and Camper](https://portablefridgeguide.com/posts/best-portable-fridge-gifts-2026/) ## CRD2 V2 43 + Battery FAQ ### How long does the BougeRV CRD2 V2.0 43QT run on its 240 Wh battery? BougeRV's own figures disagree: the Amazon listing says up to 20 hours and BougeRV's site says up to 28 hours, and neither states the test conditions. Our estimate for a 90°F day with both zones at 37°F is closer to 17–19 hours, so plan on roughly one day of cordless use and recharge from the car, wall or solar. ### Can the two zones run at different temperatures? Yes. It is a true dual-zone fridge, and BougeRV lists each zone at −4°F to 68°F, so one side can freeze while the other keeps drinks and produce cold. Running a zone as a freezer uses noticeably more energy than fridge-only use, which shortens battery runtime. ### Should I buy the version without the battery? If the fridge will almost always be plugged into your vehicle, a power station or a house battery, the no-battery CRD2 V2.0 43QT is about $300, roughly $130 less. Buy the bundle if you want to roll the fridge away from the car or keep it running overnight without touching your starter battery. ### Is this a proven model? Not yet. The V2.0 is a 2026 release with only about 44 Amazon reviews when we checked, so there is no long-term reliability record. It carries a 2-year warranty, but BougeRV doesn't publish the compressor make or an average power draw. ## Sources - [amazon.com](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GJYCVHJN?tag=portablefridgeguide.com-20) - [bougerv.com](https://www.bougerv.com/products/dual-zone-12v-portable-fridge-43qt) - [youtube.com](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nYrdmcIO-VE) Not sold yet? ## Alternatives to the CRD2 V2 43 + Battery ![ICECO GO20](https://portablefridgeguide.com/_astro/iceco-go20.yjRud39Z_Z27Bhzu.webp) ### [ICECO GO20](https://portablefridgeguide.com/fridges/iceco-go20/) 7.9 - 21 qt - Dual zone - Down to 0°F Day trips, tailgates and front-seat road trips where you want a small Secop-powered fridge that can split into a mini freezer. $$$$ Mid-range Price tier: Mid-range today's price on Amazon [Check price on Amazon](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07THMM1CK?tag=portablefridgeguide.com-20)[Read the full review](https://portablefridgeguide.com/fridges/iceco-go20/) ![Anker SOLIX EverFrost 2 40L](https://portablefridgeguide.com/_astro/anker-everfrost-2-40.CvK9adOb_Z1e2QFE.webp) ### [Anker SOLIX EverFrost 2 40L](https://portablefridgeguide.com/fridges/anker-everfrost-2-40/) 8.2 - 42 qt - Single zone - Down to -4°F - Battery included Beach days, tailgates and car campers who want a cordless fridge they can roll to the site and keep cold for two days without a car battery. $$$$ Premium Price tier: Premium today's price on Amazon [Check price on Amazon](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DRCNMMZ9?tag=portablefridgeguide.com-20)[Read the full review](https://portablefridgeguide.com/fridges/anker-everfrost-2-40/) ![ICECO VL60 Dual Zone](https://portablefridgeguide.com/_astro/iceco-vl60-dual-zone.t5r0hpzD_1nWLKo.webp) ### [ICECO VL60 Dual Zone](https://portablefridgeguide.com/fridges/iceco-vl60-dual-zone/) 8.3 - 63 qt - Dual zone - Down to 0°F Overlanders, truck-bed campers and families who need a fridge and freezer at once in a rugged metal box, at a lower price than Dometic. $$$$ Premium Price tier: Premium today's price on Amazon [Check price on Amazon](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07TXG7G1Y?tag=portablefridgeguide.com-20)[Read the full review](https://portablefridgeguide.com/fridges/iceco-vl60-dual-zone/) [Compare all 14 fridges →](https://portablefridgeguide.com/fridges/) ## Helpful guides [Top picks ### The 7 Best Portable Fridges of 2026: 12V Fridges Ranked by Trip, Power and Budget Best portable 12V fridges of 2026, ranked: ICECO VL45 ProS, VL60 Dual Zone, Anker EverFrost 2, Euhomy 59 qt and more, with power estimates and who each fits. 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