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Megiu HC-38P5
Megiu Car Refrigerator 40Qt Portable Fridge Freezer, 12V Cooler for Camping | Compressor Cooling, No Ice Needed, Use as Fridge/Freezer, MAX/ECO Modes, 3-Level Battery Protection, Road Trip, 12V/24V/110V
A 40 qt fridge freezer with a DC inverter compressor, MAX and ECO modes, 3-level battery protection and a 3-year compressor warranty. At 29.41 lbs it is lighter than most models of similar capacity. Its temperature range runs from -18 ℃ to 15 ℃ (59 ℉ maximum), so it freezes but is limited at the warm end. Suited to couples and weekend trips that need light weight.
- Capacity
- 40.0 qt
- Weight
- 29.41 lbs
- Length
- 20.67 in.
- Width
- 14.18 in.
- Brand
- Megiu
Rankings in the portable fridges Category
How does this product compare with others in Nomad Gear Finder's portable fridges category?
- Length 20.67 in. 525 mm Lower than 80% of 143 others
- Depth/Height 19.30 in. 490 mm Higher than 72% of 143 others
- Highest set temperature 59 ℉ 15 ℃ Lower than 84% of 157 others
- Lowest set temperature -18 ℃ Higher than 90% of 146 others
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Specifications
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- Model
- HC-38P5
- Popular brand
- No
Core specs
- Capacity
- 40.0 qt
Physical Attributes
- Weight
- 29.41 lbs 13.34 kg
- Length
- 20.67 in. 525 mm
- Width
- 14.18 in. 360 mm
- Depth/Height
- 19.30 in. 490 mm
Cooling
- Highest set temperature
- 59 ℉ 15 ℃
- Lowest set temperature
- -18 ℃
Power
- Power sources
- 12/24V DC, 100-240V AC
- Battery protection levels
- 3
Warranty & Certification
- Warranty
- 3 Years on compressor
Features
Details from the Megiu HC-38P5 Amazon listing:
- Powerful Cooling & Precise Temperature Control – Equipped with a high-efficiency DC inverter compressor, this portable refrigerator offers adjustable temperatures from -0.4°F to 59°F with fast cooling, keeping your food and drinks fresh wherever you go.
- Dual Power for Home & Car Use – Compatible with 12V/24V DC for vehicles and 100-240V AC for home use, making this car fridge portable 12V perfect for road trips, RV living, camping, and everyday use.
- Advanced Battery Protection – Features three-level battery protection (Low, Medium, High) to prevent car battery drain, ensuring safe operation on long drives with this car refrigerator.
- Spacious Capacity & Organized Storage – Designed with ample space to store beverages, fresh food, and frozen items, this portable freezer is ideal for family trips or group adventures.
- Low Noise & Energy-Saving Mode – Built with quiet operation technology, ensuring minimal noise while you rest, and supports ECO mode to reduce energy consumption for a more efficient and comfortable journey.
- Portable & Durable for Any Adventure – Compact and lightweight, easy to carry, and designed with shock-resistant construction, making this car cooler ideal for off-road trips, fishing, and outdoor activities.
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| Price | $239.99 | $189.98 | $199.79 | $229.99 |
| Model | HC-38P5 | XCFE-35 | GES45 | EP24942 |
| Popular brand | No | No | No | No |
| Dual zone | – | Yes | Yes | – |
| Capacity qt | 40.0 | 37.0 | 34.0 | 42.0 |
| Capacity L | – | 35 | 32 | 40 |
| Weight lbs | 29.41 | 30.20 | 28.22 | 36.00 |
| Weight kg | 13.34 | 13.70 | 12.80 | 16.33 |
| Length in. | 20.67 | 23.70 | 25.04 | 25.00 |
| Length mm | 525 | 602 | 636 | 635 |
| Width in. | 14.18 | 14.80 | 16.30 | 16.00 |
| Width mm | 360 | 376 | 414 | 406 |
| Depth/Height in. | 19.30 | 18.00 | 19.76 | 18.50 |
| Depth/Height mm | 490 | 457 | 502 | 470 |
| Interior light | – | – | Yes | Yes |
| Built-in wheels | – | – | – | Yes |
| Housing material | – | – | – | PP |
| Lowest set temperature ℉ | – | -4 | -4 | -4 |
| Highest set temperature ℉ | 59 | 68 | 68 | 50 |
| Lowest set temperature ℃ | -18 | -20 | -20 | -20 |
| Highest set temperature ℃ | 15 | 20 | 20 | 10 |
| Rated power (max mode) W | – | – | – | 55 |
| Power sources | 12/24V DC, 100-240V AC | 12/24V DC, 100-240V AC | 12/24V DC, 100-240V AC | 12/24V DC, 100-240V AC |
| Battery protection levels | 3 | 3 | – | 3 |
| Refrigerant | – | – | – | R134a |
| Noise level dB | – | – | 45 | 45 |
| Max operating tilt ° | – | 30 | – | 30 |
| Warranty | 3 Years on compressor | 1 Year | 1 Year, 2 Years on compressor | 365 Days |
| Certifications summary | – | UL | – | – |
| NRTL safety listed (UL/ETL/CSA) | – | Yes | – | – |
| Climate class | – | – | – | T/ST/N/SN |
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Specifications last updated Oct 30, 2026.