Dometic CFX2 57 Portable Electric Cooler
$989.99
Description
The Dometic CFX2 57 is a portable electric cooler for camping, road trips and beach days that plugs into your vehicle or a wall outlet. It holds 57L, up to 84 12 oz cans, and cools down to -7F with no ice.
Control it from the front panel or the Dometic Mobile Cooling app. Dometic sizes it for up to six people on weekend trips and family camping.
Why it works
- Energy-efficient compressor, adjustable from -7F to 68F
- 3-stage battery protection monitors vehicle battery draw
- Bluetooth app control
- Reinforced corners, stainless steel hinges and ABS folding handles
- Click-shut latch, drain system and LED light
- USB port (5V, 2A) to charge small electronics
- Divided interior with a fruit and vegetable crisper and removable basket
Fit
Power: 12/24V DC in the vehicle or 100 to 240V AC at home, cables included. No internal battery.
Size check: 27.9 x 18 x 19.8 in (D x W x H). Dometic says the CFX2 line suits SUVs and cars; measure your cargo area first. M6 threaded inserts in the base let you bolt it down.
Specs
- Model: CFX257
- Volume: 57 L
- Capacity: up to 84 x 12 oz cans
- Temperature range: -7F to 68F
- Zones: single
- Dimensions: 27.9 x 18 x 19.8 in (D x W x H)
- Net weight: 40.34 lb
- Power: 12/24V DC, 100 to 240V AC
- DC current draw: 9.0A at 12V, 4.0A at 24V
- Refrigerant: R1234yf
- USB: 5V, 2A
- Base mounting: M6 threaded inserts
In the box
- Cooler
- 12/24V DC cable
- 100 to 240V AC cable
- Removable wire baskets
- Manual
Warranty
Covered by the Dometic manufacturer warranty.
Shipping and returns
Ships by ground parcel to the lower 48 states.
Questions
Will the Dometic CFX2 57 drain my vehicle battery overnight?
Its 3-stage battery monitor is built to prevent that, per Dometic. With the ignition off, the cooler shuts down when voltage drops to the level you set, then restarts once the battery recharges. On 12V, HIGH cuts off at 11.8V, MED at 11.2V and LOW at 10.1V. Dometic advises HIGH on a starting battery and LOW on a house battery.
How cold does the CFX2 57 get on a hot day?
Dometic lists a range of -7F to 68F, so it works as a fridge or a freezer. Its manual says the lowest setting cannot be reached once outside air is above 89.6F, and it is rated to run in surroundings from about 61F to 109F. Leave open space for airflow on all 4 sides, keep the vents clear and set it close to level.
How much food and drink fits in the 57 liter CFX2?
Dometic rates it at 57 liters, about 15 gallons, or up to 84 cans of 12 ounces. Dometic sizes it for up to six people on weekend trips and family camping. The single-zone interior is divided, with a crisper for fruit and vegetables, removable wire baskets, an LED light, and a drain for easy cleaning.
Will the CFX2 57 fit in my SUV cargo area, and can it be strapped down?
Dometic lists it at 27.9 inches deep, 18 inches wide and 19.8 inches tall, at about 40 lb empty. Threaded M6 inserts in the base let you bolt it to a slide or floor plate. On the 57 only, the lid hinges move to the opposite side with 3 screws each, so you can choose which side the lid opens from.
Can I run the CFX2 57 from a wall outlet and a 12V socket?
Yes. Dometic includes a 12/24V DC cable and a 100 to 240V AC cable, and the cooler has no internal battery. If both are plugged in, its priority circuit switches to AC on its own. Dometic lists a draw of 9.0A at 12V. A 5V, 2A USB port charges a phone, and the Mobile Cooling app sets the temperature over Bluetooth.
How should I clean and store the CFX2 57 between trips?
Unplug it first, then wipe the inside and outside with a damp cloth. Dometic warns never to wash it under running water or in dish water and not to use abrasives. Keep the vents free of dust. Before storing it empty, Dometic says to switch it off, defrost it, dry it, and leave the lid open so mold cannot form.