The ICECO VL45PLUS 44.4QT Single Zone 3-Way Access Portable Freezer Lets You Reach Your Food From the Left, the Right or the Side
The ICECO VL45PLUS is a single zone portable freezer built around a three-way access system. Open the lid from the left, open it from the right, or open the side door and pull out the basket. It holds 44.4 quarts, cools anywhere from 0°F to 50°F (-18°C to +10°C) with a SECOP compressor, and uses vacuum insulation panels to hold the cold.
It's made for overlanders, campers and anyone whose fridge sits in a truck bed, SUV cargo area, camper or tight vehicle setup, where reaching over the lid means unloading gear first. It runs on 12/24V DC, comes with an AC adapter for wall outlets, and connects to the ICECO app over Bluetooth.
ICECO VL45PLUS 44.4QT Single Zone 3-Way Access Portable Freezer Features
Three-Way Access Means Less Unloading
Push the right latch inward to lift the lid from the right, or the left latch to lift it from the left. Press both latches to remove the lid completely. For everyday items like drinks, open the side door and slide the basket out, which lets out less cold air than opening the top lid.
Vacuum Insulated Panels Hold the Cold Longer
An 8 mm vacuum insulation panel works with 2.8 inches of insulation to cut temperature loss and reduce power use on long trips. The side door has its own vacuum insulation panel, thicker foam and a sealed door structure.
SECOP Compressor With MAX and ECO Modes
The SECOP compressor delivers fast, reliable cooling, and ICECO rates its cool-down from 89°F to 32°F at 28 minutes. Run MAX for a quick cool-down or ECO for efficient running. It operates as quietly as 33 dB, which suits campsites, cabins and overnight vehicle use.
Side-Mounted Controls, App and CarPlay
The control panel sits on the side at eye level, so you can check and set the temperature without reaching over the lid. The ICECO app for Android and iOS connects over Bluetooth to monitor temperature, switch modes and receive alerts, and ICECO also lists Apple CarPlay control while you drive.
Ready for ICECO's Magnetic Battery
The VL45PLUS is compatible with ICECO's magnetic battery, sold separately. The battery attaches directly to the freezer for a cleaner off-grid setup away from your vehicle.
Reinforced Metal Body With Tie-Down Points
A reinforced metal outer shell, spring-loaded handles and integrated tie-down points are built for rough outdoor use. Four tie-down straps come in the box, and an internal LED light lights up the compartment.
Three-Level Battery Protection
Choose High, Medium or Low protection. On a 12V battery, the fridge shuts off at 11.1V, 10.4V or 9.6V and restarts at 12.4V, 11.7V or 10.9V, which helps keep your vehicle's battery from running flat.
Real-World Applications
Truck beds and SUV cargo areas. Reach food through the side door without awkward positioning or unloading the gear around the fridge.
Overland rigs. Strap it down with the included tie-down straps and use whichever opening your setup allows.
Campers, vans and cabins. At as low as 33 dB, it suits quiet campsites, cabins and overnight vehicle use.
Off-grid days. Add ICECO's magnetic battery, sold separately, to keep cooling when the fridge is away from your vehicle.
Practical Comparison
VL45PLUS Versus an Ice Cooler
An ice cooler leaves you with melted ice, water buildup and temperature swings. The VL45PLUS holds a set temperature from 0°F to 50°F with compressor cooling, as long as it has 12/24V DC or AC adapter power.
VL45PLUS Versus a Top-Opening 12V Fridge
A top-opening fridge needs clear space above the lid. The VL45PLUS adds a left or right lid opening, a removable lid and a side door with a pull-out basket, so you can reach items in tight vehicle setups without unloading your gear.
Buyer Guidance
Placement and Side Door Support
When the fridge sits in a raised spot like a vehicle trunk, leave at least 6.0 inches (150 mm) of clearance in front of the side door so the door handle can rest on the ground, a platform or another stable surface. With the handle supported, the open side door holds up to 88 lbs (40 kg). Fully unsupported, it holds about 22 lbs (10 kg), so don't rest a heavily loaded basket on it.
Size and Power
The VL45PLUS measures 28.3 x 16.7 x 19.5 inches and weighs 57.6 lbs. Inside, the main space is 20.2 x 11.5 x 15 inches, the side opening is 13.2 inches tall for 2 L bottles standing upright, and it holds 62 cans of 355 ml. It runs on 12/24V DC, and the included AC adapter lets you run it from a wall outlet.
This May Be A Good Fit If
- Your fridge sits where the lid is hard to reach
- You want to control it from your phone
- You plan to add ICECO's magnetic battery
- You need about 44 quarts in one zone
Common Questions
What Is 3-Way Access?
It means you can reach your food and drinks from more than one direction: the top lid opens from the left or the right, and the side door opens to a pull-out basket. The lid also removes completely.
How Much Weight Can the Side Door Support?
Up to 88 lbs (40 kg) when the door is fully open and its handle rests on a stable surface, with at least 6 inches of clearance in front of the door. Without support, the tested load is about 22 lbs (10 kg).
Will the Side Door Let Cold Air Escape?
Some cold air escapes whenever any fridge door opens. The side door's vacuum insulation panel, thicker foam and sealed structure limit that, and grabbing items from the side is faster, so the door stays open for less time.
Does It Have App Control?
Yes. Download the ICECO app for Android or iOS, log in with Bluetooth on and tap "Add Devices". The app searches for the fridge and shows its instructions once it connects.
What Warranty Does It Have?
The VL45PLUS has a 5-year warranty on the compressor and a 12-month warranty on all other parts.
What's Included
- 1 x ICECO VL45PLUS Refrigerator
- 2 x Basket
- 1 x DC Cigarette Lighter Plug Cable
- 1 x AC Adapter
- 4 x Tie-Down Strap
Easier Access for Tight Rigs
The ICECO VL45PLUS 44.4QT Single Zone 3-Way Access Portable Freezer gives you three ways in, vacuum insulation, SECOP compressor cooling, app control and tie-down straps in the box. If you have questions about fitting it in your vehicle or adding ICECO's magnetic battery, the Outbound Power team is happy to help.
ICECO VL45PLUS Specifications
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| Capacity and Cooling |
| Capacity |
44.4 QT / 42.0 L |
| Zones |
Single |
| Temperature Range |
0°F to 50°F / -18°C to +10°C |
| Compressor |
SECOP |
| Cooling Modes |
MAX and ECO |
| Cool-Down |
89°F to 32°F in 28 minutes |
| Noise |
As low as 33 dB |
| Insulation |
8 mm vacuum insulation panel (VIP) with 2.8 in insulation layer |
| Can Capacity |
62 x 355 ml cans |
| Bottle Capacity |
37 x 550 ml or 15 x 750 ml bottles |
| Interior Dimensions |
20.2 x 11.5 x 15 in |
| Interior Compressor Step |
6.7 x 7.2 in |
| Side Opening Height |
13.2 in (fits 2 L bottles upright) |
| Access |
| Top Lid |
Opens from the left or right, fully removable |
| Side Door |
Pull-out basket |
| Side Door Insulation |
Vacuum insulation panel, sealed door |
| Side Door Load, Handle Supported |
Up to 88 lb / 40 kg |
| Side Door Load, Unsupported |
About 22 lb / 10 kg |
| Side Door Clearance When Raised |
At least 6.0 in / 150 mm |
| Power |
| DC Input |
12/24V |
| AC Power |
AC adapter included |
| Battery Protection |
3 levels (High, Medium, Low) |
| 12V Cut-Off (Low / Mid / High) |
9.6V / 10.4V / 11.1V |
| 12V Cut-In (Low / Mid / High) |
10.9V / 11.7V / 12.4V |
| 24V Cut-Off (Low / Mid / High) |
21.3V / 22.8V / 24.3V |
| 24V Cut-In (Low / Mid / High) |
22.7V / 24.2V / 25.7V |
| Fuse |
15A |
| Magnetic Battery |
Compatible with ICECO magnetic battery (sold separately) |
| Size and Weight |
| Dimensions (L x W x H) |
28.3 x 16.7 x 19.5 in / 717 x 423 x 493 mm |
| Length Without Handles |
27.3 in |
| Net Weight |
57.6 lb / 26.1 kg |
| Design |
| Shell |
Reinforced metal |
| Color |
Black |
| Controls |
Side-mounted control panel |
| App Control |
ICECO app over Bluetooth (Android and iOS) |
| CarPlay |
Apple CarPlay control |
| Interior Light |
LED |
| Handles |
Spring-loaded |
| Tie-Down |
Integrated tie-down points, 4 straps included |
| Baskets |
2 |
| Max Ambient Temperature |
131°F / 55°C |
| Warranty |
| Compressor |
5 years |
| Other Parts |
12 months |
ICECO VL45PLUS Manual