Head to Head
Dometic CFX3 35 Powered Cooler vs Whynter FM-45G 45-Quart Dual Zone Portable Fridge Freezer
Premium single-zone vs mid-tier dual-zone. The Dometic is the gold standard if you only need one cold compartment; the Whynter gives you both fridge and freezer at once for less money.
— VerdictOur Pick
We recommend the Whynter FM-45G 45-Quart Dual Zone Portable Fridge Freezer
“The Whynter FM-45G wins on capacity and dual-zone capability for $200 less. The Dometic wins on noise, app control, and warranty length. If you want a freezer alongside your fridge — buy the Whynter. If you want the quietest single-zone with the longest warranty — buy the Dometic.”
Read the full Whynter FM-45G 45-Quart Dual Zone Portable Fridge Freezer reviewSide-by-side
Specifications
| Dometic CFX3 35 Powered Cooler | Whynter FM-45G 45-Quart Dual Zone Portable Fridge Freezer | |
|---|---|---|
| Editorial Score | 9.5/10 | 9.1/10 |
| User Rating | 4.9 (128 reviews) | 4.6 (940 reviews) |
| Price | $899.99 | $699.00 |
| Capacity | 35L / 50 cans | 45 quarts (28L + 17L dual zone) |
| Dimensions | 25.3 x 15.5 x 16.3 in | 27 x 14.5 x 16.6 in |
| Weight | 37.5 lbs | 53 lbs |
| Power Source | 12/24V DC + 120V AC | 12/24V DC + 110V AC |
| Power Draw | ~0.8 Ah avg | ~1.4 Ah avg (dual zone) |
| Warranty | 3 years | 1 year (extendable) |
Dometic CFX3 35 Powered Cooler
Strengths
- Draws only 0.8 Ah on average
- Freezes to -7°F
- Wi-Fi + Bluetooth app control
- Bombproof ExoFrame construction
Trade-offs
- Premium price
- 35L may be tight for 2+ people
Whynter FM-45G 45-Quart Dual Zone Portable Fridge Freezer
Strengths
- True dual-zone — fridge and freezer simultaneously
- 45L total capacity (28L + 17L zones)
- Variable-speed compressor, ~1.4 Ah avg
- Sold by Whynter direct on Amazon and Walmart
Trade-offs
- Heavier than single-zone alternatives at 53 lbs
- Display is older LED, not color
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