Manufacturer | Koolatron |
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Place of Business | Brantford, ON N3P 1N4, CA |
Brand | Koolatron |
Model | P20 |
Product Dimensions | 43.82 x 22.23 x 40.64 cm; 2.27 kg |
Item model number | P20 |
Is discontinued by manufacturer | No |
Manufacturer part number | P-20WH |
OEM part number | Koolatron P20 |
Special features | Portable |
Lift Type | Electric |
Voltage | 12 Volts (DC) |
Wattage | 48 watts |
Item Weight | 2.27 kg |
Country of origin | Canada |
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Koolatron Portable Cooler - Electric Cooler for Car, Camping, Travel, 12 V Insulated Hard Sided Refrigerator for Vehicle, Boat, Truck, Warming & Cooling, Cools Drinks,Food for Road Trip, 18 qt
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Brand | Koolatron |
Colour | Silver-grey |
Material | Plastic |
Package information | Box |
Capacity | 17 liters |
Product Dimensions | 22.2D x 43.8W x 40.6H Centimetres |
Item weight | 5 Pounds |
Special feature | Portable |
Included components | 12V DC Power Plug |
Model name | P20 |
About this item
- EFFECTIVE COOLING: Maintains a temperature about 40 degrees below the ambient temperature, ensuring your drinks and food stay cold during long trips. This feature is particularly useful for keeping perishables fresh and beverages chilled, making it ideal for road trips, camping, and outdoor activities. It provides reliable cooling performance in various environments.
- COMPACT SIZE: The slim design fits well in cars, especially behind seats or between front and back seats, making it convenient for travel. Its compact nature allows for easy storage and accessibility, ensuring that it doesn't take up too much space while still providing ample room for your items. This makes it a practical choice for those with limited space.
- DUAL FUNCTIONALITY: Can be used to keep food warm, offering versatility for different needs. Whether you need to keep your lunch warm or your drinks cold, this cooler/warmer adapts to your requirements, making it a versatile companion for various weather conditions and travel scenarios. It provides flexibility for different types of trips.
- DURABILITY: Built to last, with many users reporting years of reliable use even with frequent travel. The sturdy construction ensures that the cooler can withstand the rigors of travel, providing long-term value and dependable performance for all your cooling and warming needs. It is designed to handle regular use without compromising functionality.
- CONVENIENCE: Eliminates the need for ice and can be plugged into a car's cigarette lighter or used with an AC adapter in hotel rooms for continuous cooling or warming. This feature simplifies the process of keeping your items at the desired temperature, making it hassle-free and efficient. It offers ease of use in various settings.
- GENEROUS CAPACITY: With a 17-liter capacity, this cooler/warmer can accommodate up to 23 standard soft drink cans, making it perfect for day trips and family outings. The spacious interior allows you to store a variety of items, ensuring you have enough refreshments and snacks for your journey. It provides ample storage for your needs.
- GRAB & GO CONVENIENCE: The ultra-slim design allows this cool box to fit snugly between the seats of most minivans. Its latch-free lid can be effortlessly opened with one hand, ensuring easy access. This design enhances portability and ease of use, making it a practical choice for travelers. It is designed for quick and easy access.
- ADVANCED THERMOELECTRIC TECHNOLOGY: Efficiently cools to 22°C below the ambient temperature or warms up to 57°C, catering to your needs in various weather conditions. This technology ensures optimal performance, providing reliable cooling and warming capabilities for different environments. It uses advanced technology for effective temperature control.
- DURABLE CONSTRUCTION: Features a sturdy fold-away carry handle and built-in cord storage. Its injection-molded hard exterior protects the contents, while the stain-resistant interior is easy to clean. These features enhance the cooler's durability and ease of maintenance, ensuring it remains in good condition. It is built to withstand regular use.
- 1 YEAR WARRANTY: The product comes with a 1 year warranty, ensuring peace of mind and reliable performance. This guarantee provides assurance of the cooler's quality and durability, making it a trustworthy investment for your travel needs. It offers protection against potential issues, ensuring long-term satisfaction with your purchase.
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Q: How do I get the best cooling performance from my Portable Cooler?
A: For optimal chill, pre-cool your cooler and contents before packing. Our cooler is designed to keep pre-chilled items cool on the go. Ensure proper air circulation around and inside the unit.
Sturdy carry handle conveniently folds away when not in use
Lightweight lid with no latches opens easily with one hand for grab and go convenience
At only 8.75 inches wide, this slim cooler is designed to fit between the front seats of most minivans
Convenient built-in cord storage prevents loss or damage to your 12V cord
Thermoelectric technology and brushless fan motor reliably cools or warms with only one moving part
12V power cord is compatible with AC/DC adaptor (sold separately) to seamlessly transfer indoors
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Features | Plugs into any 12 Volt outlet. With a secure magnetic door seal and removable tray/shelf. Cools to 40°F (22°C) & warms to 140°F (60°C). Holds up to 72 (12 oz) cans. | Plugs into any 12 Volt outlet. Features a sturdy carry handle, detachable lid, removable sliding shelf & cord storage compartment. Cools to 36°F (18°C) Holds up to 31 (12 oz) cans. | Plugs into any 12 Volt outlet. Features a secure magnetic door seal. Cools up to 40°F (22°C) & warms to 140°F (60°C). Holds up to 48 (12 oz) cans | Plugs into any 12 Volt outlet. With a secure magnetic door seal & 2 removable shelves. Cools to 40°F (22°C) & warms to 140°F (60°C). Holds up to 42 (oz) cans. | Plugs into any 12 Volt outlet. With a secure magnetic door seal & removable tray/shelf. Cools to 40°F (22°C) & warms to 140°F (60°C). Holds up to 57 (12 oz) cans. | Plugs into any 12 Volt outlet. Features Sturdy wheels and handle. Cools to 40°F (22°C) & warms to 140°F (60°C) Holds up to 57 (12 oz)cans. |
Capacity | 45 Quart (43 Liters) | 26 Quart (24 Liters) | 29 Quart (27.5 Liters) | 33 Quart (31 Liters) | 36 Quart (34 Liters) | 36 Quart (34 Liters) |
Application | Home, Office, Truck, Sports, Boat, Camping, Dorm or RVs | Home, Office, Truck, Sports, Boat, Camping, Dorm or RVs | Home, Office, Truck, Sports, Boat, Camping, Dorm or RVs | Home, Office, Truck, Sports, Boat, Camping, Dorm or RVs | Home, Office, Truck, Sports, Boat, Camping, Dorm or RVs | |
Power Supply | 110 V AC / 12 V DC | 110 V AC / 12 V DC | 110 V AC / 12 V DC | Home, Offi110 V AC / 12 V DC ce, Truck, Sports, Boat, Camping, Dorm or RVs | 110 V AC / 12 V DC | 110 V AC / 12 V DC |
Weight | 14.28 lbs | 9.88 lbs | 11.1 lbs | 8.98 lbs | 15.4 lbs | 15 lbs |
Product description
Looking for a compact cooler that fits perfectly in your car and keeps your drinks cold on long trips?
The Koolatron P20 12V Compact Electric Cooler and Warmer is the perfect solution. With a 17-liter capacity, it can hold up to 23 cans and fits snugly between the seats of most minivans. Its advanced thermoelectric technology ensures efficient cooling and warming, making it ideal for various weather conditions.
How?
EFFECTIVE COOLING: Maintains a temperature about 40 degrees below the ambient temperature, ensuring your drinks and food stay cold during long trips. This feature is particularly useful for keeping perishables fresh and beverages chilled, making it ideal for road trips, camping, and outdoor activities.
COMPACT SIZE: The slim design fits well in cars, especially behind seats or between front and back seats, making it convenient for travel. Its compact nature allows for easy storage and accessibility, ensuring that it doesn't take up too much space while still providing ample room for your items.
DUAL FUNCTIONALITY: Can be used to keep food warm, offering versatility for different needs. Whether you need to keep your lunch warm or your drinks cold, this cooler/warmer adapts to your requirements, making it a versatile companion for various weather conditions and travel scenarios.
DURABILITY: Built to last, with many users reporting years of reliable use even with frequent travel. The sturdy construction ensures that the cooler can withstand the rigors of travel, providing long-term value and dependable performance for all your cooling and warming needs.
CONVENIENCE: Eliminates the need for ice and can be plugged into a car's cigarette lighter or used with an AC adapter in hotel rooms for continuous cooling or warming. This feature simplifies the process of keeping your items at the desired temperature, making it hassle-free and efficient.
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ASIN | B00009PGNS |
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Date First Available | April 11 2012 |
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Customers like the size, functionality, and portability of the ice chest. They mention it fits between or behind seats in their transit vans and has a small footprint. Customers also appreciate the convenience, saying it keeps things nice and cold. However, some customers have reported issues with the lid seal, cooling efficiency, durability, and noise level.
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Customers like the size of the ice chest. They mention it fits between or behind seats in transit vans, can fit tall items nicely, and has a small footprint. Some say it's big enough for all their meals for the whole day and holds all what they want in it.
"its compact and its a perfect size for what i need." Read more
"...Used it for a long car trip,and it's been so convenient.The size and shape is perfect.Was able to easily carry back and forth,from car to hotel rooms...." Read more
"Perfect size..." Read more
"...I like the size as it can fit tall items nicely...." Read more
Customers like the functionality of the ice chest. They mention it works fine, is portable enough, and serves its purpose well until it died. Some say it's great the first week, but as time goes on it no longer cools anything.
"Thought it would be a great asset for road trips. I bought a larger cooler by the same company about 30 years ago and it still works great...." Read more
"...It must have been broken before it ever left the factory. It works fine, and we were leaving that day for a two day road trip so we had to use it...." Read more
"...We are also farmers and it works great in the combines and tractors...." Read more
"Great product. Two months now working nicely" Read more
Customers like the portability of the ice chest. They mention it's great for traveling, keeps things nice and cold, and is like having a mini fridge in their car.
"...The size and shape is perfect.Was able to easily carry back and forth,from car to hotel rooms...." Read more
"I have two myself at home and they are great in the car and truck !! We are also farmers and it works great in the combines and tractors...." Read more
"...Kept things really cold. Easy to carry and easy to use. Would recommend." Read more
"Thought it would be a great asset for road trips. I bought a larger cooler by the same company about 30 years ago and it still works great...." Read more
Customers find the ice chest to be convenient. They mention it's compact and readily handy for them in the truck.
"...Kept things really cold. Easy to carry and easy to use. Would recommend." Read more
"Very handy" Read more
"...What a practical fridge ! Used it for a long car trip,and it's been so convenient.The size and shape is perfect...." Read more
"...It holds all what he wants in it & is readily handy for him in the truck" Read more
Customers have mixed opinions about the cooling efficiency of the ice chest. Some mention it kept the contents quite cool, while others say it didn't provide the coolness to keep the sodas cold. Some also say the cooler is absolutely amazing. However, some customers have reported that it warms much quicker than a cooler.
"Great cooler, keeps food fresh. But it’s really made for a truck or other vehicle without a centre console...." Read more
"Does not keep things cold" Read more
"This is the best cooler. Our first one lasted 8 years and wad used 5 days a week. That is why we bought the 2nd one...." Read more
"...Once the lid was more airtight, the contents were kept cool for awhile. I like the size as it can fit tall items nicely...." Read more
Customers have mixed opinions about the durability of the ice chest. Some mention it cools well, while others say it has low-quality parts and is not a great design.
"Look ok, relatively solid, like the format. But not very well isolated. Door don't close really tight and don't lock...." Read more
"...The lid just sits loosely on top of the cooler. Not a great design. Back it goes." Read more
"Cools well, and is durable. Very simple design, not much can really go wrong with it...." Read more
"Low quality parts..." Read more
Customers have mixed opinions about the noise level of the ice chest. Some mention it's not too noisy, while others say it creates a bad smell and high-pitched noise.
"...AND NOW.. the motor/fan making strange rattling sounds and cooling efficiency reduced...." Read more
"...The fan is quiet enough. I have a vehicle voltage display and this drops the voltage by about 0.2 to 0.3 volts while in use...." Read more
"...The fan is a bit noisy however. It is not an issue in the car, but it is makes a lot of noise in a hotel room when used with a 110 volts power supply." Read more
"...The only criticism I have is the lid could use a better seal. It not to noisy which is nice." Read more
Customers have negative opinions about the lid seal of the ice chest. They mention it could use a better seal, has no rubber gasket, and no clasp to hold the lid shut. Some also say the door doesn't close really tight and the lid just sits loosely on top of the cooler.
"...The New cooler, unlike the old one, has no rubber gasket on the lid and no clasp to hold lid shut. The lid just sits loosely on top of the cooler...." Read more
"...like they have taken cost reduction measures - there is no longer a rubberised seal on the lid so it does not work as well as previous...." Read more
"...But not very well isolated. Door don't close really tight and don't lock. The unit don't keep cold a long time when not plugged...." Read more
"...The only criticism I have is the lid could use a better seal. It not to noisy which is nice." Read more
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- Reviewed in Canada on September 25, 2023Verified PurchaseHave been using this since 2019. Used it to travel across Canada several times as a cooler (it's not a refrigerator). The fan is quiet enough. I have a vehicle voltage display and this drops the voltage by about 0.2 to 0.3 volts while in use. I added wide and flat weather stripping to the lid as I wasn't confident in its ability to keep things cool for any length of time. Once the lid was more airtight, the contents were kept cool for awhile. I like the size as it can fit tall items nicely. The thin width profile means that you'll need to be a bit creative in how you want to fit in various items such as drinks, snacks and medications and I'm pretty happy with the size. The accessory plug isn't always tight and there is no light to indicate that it's on. You need to listen for the fan, feel the lid or see the voltage usage to know that it's properly plugged in. I bought this when it was much, much cheaper. I would still recommend considering the size of items that it can hold. If it cooled a bit better, then that would be nice.
UPDATE
Well it finally died without any warning, not bad after 5 yrs. I did a continuity check and the power cord is fine. Will disassemble the unit to see what the issue was.
I bought (from 鶹) a BougeRV 12 Volt Refrigerator, CRPRO 30. This is a refrigerator, not a cooler. Tested it once bringing some groceries home. Worked better than expected. No more coolers for me.
- Reviewed in Canada on October 4, 2020Verified PurchaseI have two myself at home and they are great in the car and truck !! We are also farmers and it works great in the combines and tractors. It’s doesn’t take up much room but yet is big enough for all our meals for the whole day !!! All three of my kids have them and they love them especially because they have little ones and they can keep their bottles and snacks cold.
- Reviewed in Canada on September 9, 2024Verified PurchaseLove the size and concept, however mine did not provide the coolness to keep the sodas cold
- Reviewed in Canada on August 24, 2024Verified PurchaseSize is very convenient to fit behind back seat. Don’t leave it plugged in while vehicle is off though, it will kill your battery! But it will keep food cool
- Reviewed in Canada on August 16, 2023Verified PurchaseReally like this cooler. It works but does need to be plugged in for about 8 hours before use to get it properly cooled. Bought an adapter and plugged it in before use and also plugged it in at hotels on the road. Kept things really cold. Easy to carry and easy to use. Would recommend.
- Reviewed in Canada on September 2, 2024Verified PurchaseGreat product. Two months now working nicely
- Reviewed in Canada on January 27, 2024Verified PurchaseThought it would be a great asset for road trips. I bought a larger cooler by the same company about 30 years ago and it still works great. The New cooler, unlike the old one, has no rubber gasket on the lid and no clasp to hold lid shut. The lid just sits loosely on top of the cooler. Not a great design. Back it goes.
- Reviewed in Canada on July 6, 2025Verified PurchaseLooks like they have taken cost reduction measures - there is no longer a rubberised seal on the lid so it does not work as well as previous. You could just add a strip of 1/4" insulating foam around inside of lid edges. AND NOW.. the motor/fan making strange rattling sounds and cooling efficiency reduced. Less than a year old so will try to get it fixed under warranty.
Top reviews from other countries
- cwhite999Reviewed in the United Kingdom on July 19, 2018
5.0 out of 5 stars More expensive than others, but that's 'cos it's better
Verified PurchaseMy old cold chest has the cooler in lid and only the top of the chest got cool.
This one has the fan in the centre, and the air circulation is ten times better, the whole compartment gets cold.
Also the lid is easier to use as it has no fan and cables built in to it.
More expensive than others, but that's 'cos it's better.
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IVAN555Reviewed in Spain on August 20, 2020
5.0 out of 5 stars Tamaño ideal
Verified PurchaseEstupenda nevera portatil que viene acompañada con un cable para conectarlo en el mechero del coche, consigues con ello mantener la bebida fria en esas escapadas al rio o la playa con un par de cervecitas.
- 鶹 customerReviewed in the United States on September 5, 2012
5.0 out of 5 stars Great product; here are some install ideas
Verified PurchaseUPDATE: Still going strong, I use this all the time! It has come in handy so many times and using in both orientations as I mentioned, I had not had any problems. I only wish it were a little wider sometimes so I didn't have to change the orientation of the cooler.
ORIGINAL REVIEW:
The cooler itself is great. I have had it for over a month now so I can't speak to longevity but the short-term experience has been great. I've used it to store leftovers, I've used it to keep drinks on shorter outings, and to keep food on longer trips. Here are some ideas to help with different setups:
(1) Use it with a deep cycle battery to keep it running longer, even overnight while stopped at a campsite, hotel, etc. Personally I would go with one of the Optima YellowTops (Optima Batteries 8040-218 D35 YellowTop Dual Purpose Battery) because they are sealed, meaning they have less emissions and can THEORETICALLY (if you know what you're doing) be used in an interior compartment if absolutely necessary. My previous vehicle had one installed in the trunk and my current vehicle had space under the hood. To use it in combination with your existing battery, you could connect both batteries to an isolator like Blue Sea Systems Solenoid SI Series (120A 12/24V ACR) or NOCO IGD140HP Grey 140 Amp High-Performance Battery Isolator and you will ensure that your starting battery doesn't run down and that your cooler runs your deep cycle battery down entirely and you can still start your vehicle with the other battery.
(2) Instead of the Koolatron battery saver which does not seem to work for a lot of people, wire the Havis ChargeGuard (an older version is here Chargeguard CG12D). Look on eB*y for good deals on that. It will keep more than just your cooler and has some nicer features as well.
(3) Setup in the trunk of an SUV, leave enough room around the vents and tie the back part of it down with an appropriately-sized bungee cord (with the lid opening facing the back so you can open it normally with the trunk open). The bungee cord goes around the back with enough room that it holds tight and doesn't fly anywhere. This is what I did, and since the car is more likely to come to a sudden stop rather than an obnoxious start, it never moved. It is hidden, out of sight, and always available to store leftovers after a dinner while you spontaneously shop after dinner until you get home. The bonus side of this is that it is secure but also removable to take with you into a hotel room for instance.
(4) Of course, I have mine plugged into a 12V receptacle that is wired to a switch in the front so while I am driving, if I decide I am going to stop for food that I will want to cool, I can activate it while driving and it will be cool and ready when I need it. Because it is not hardwired directly and still utilizes it's 12V receptacle, I can still take it with me (see #3 above).
(5) If you want to use it indoors with 120V power, don't bother purchasing the overpriced Koolatron adapter, any decent reliable 12V power converter (at least 5 amps or greater) will do (such as Wagan 5 Amp AC to 12V DC Power Adapter or Schumacher PC-6 120AC to 6A 12V DC Power Converter). I will be using the DC power converter that came with my 5.11 Light For Life (google it).
(6) You can also use this on its side (without blocking the vents) so that it opens and stores food almost like a real fridge. It will store leftover containers better this way. Since I mostly store drinks, though, I don't do this.