Whynter 85 Qt. Portable Refrigerator / Portable Freezer for Travel
- Compact Refrigerator
- 2.8 cu ft
- 2.8 cu ft
- 2.5 cu ft
- Better rated than 58%
- More reviewed than 70%
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How it ranks among the 86 compact refrigerators we track
4.3★ across 278 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
278 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
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Overview
An 85 quart portable refrigerator/freezer from Whynter that runs on either a 110V household outlet or 12V/24V DC power, with a temperature range from -8°F to 50°F and a fast freeze function for rapid cooldown.
- Compressor cooling from -8°F to 50°F
- Fast freeze function for rapid cooldown
- Dual AC 110V and DC 12V/24V power
- Stainless steel handles and drain plug for cleaning
Who it's for
RV owners, boaters, and campers who need real refrigerator or freezer temperatures away from a wall outlet, running on either a car battery or AC power. Less suited to anyone needing a frost-free unit, since owners running it long-term report needing to defrost every few months.
What buyers say
From Amazon customer reviews.
Owners running this as a full-time freezer on boats and in RVs report it holding temperature reliably for days on a single deep cycle battery charge and running quietly enough to keep inside a camper. The recurring issues raised are a lid that does not seal tightly on one unit, a need to defrost every couple of months with continuous use, and mixed experiences with the warranty repair process.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Holds true freezer temperatures on 12V battery power for multi-day trips
- Runs on either 110V household power or 12V/24V DC
- Kept a home's frozen food safe during a freezer repair
- Dual power cords included
Performance notes
As a compressor unit rather than a thermoelectric cooler, it is built to hold true freezer temperatures down to -8°F rather than just cooling below ambient, which is what lets reviewers run it as a genuine freezer on multi-day trips off a deep cycle battery. The fast freeze function is meant to pull the interior down quickly rather than gradually. One long-term owner running it full time as a boat freezer reports needing to defrost every 2-3 months and notes the lid does not seal tightly, letting in some condensation.
Specifications
| Brand | Whynter |
|---|---|
| Model | FM-85G |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 71 pounds |
| Size | 2.8 cu ft |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 18.2 × 28.1 × 23.5 inches |
| Door Orientation | Top-Opening |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Capacity | 2.8 cu ft |
| Refrigerator Net Capacity | 2.8 cu ft |
| Fresh Food Capacity | 2.5 cu ft |
| Freezer Capacity | 2.8 cu ft |
| Defrost System Type | Manual |
| Adjustable Temperature Control | Yes |
| Cooling Method | Compressor |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Power Source | Corded electric |
| Power Plug Type | Type B - 3 pin (North American) |
| Voltage | 115 volts |
| Annual Energy Consumption | 700.8 Kilowatt Hours Per Year |
| Construction & materials | |
| Door Material Type | Powder-Coated Steel |
| Shelf Type | Wire |
| Number Of Shelves | 2 |
| Color | Gray |
| Finish Types | Glossy |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Installation Type | Freestanding |
| Smart Home Compatibility | Not Smart Home Compatible |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Included Components | 8-feet AC power cord and 10-feet DC power cord; |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | 1 year |
| Other details | |
| Compressor Type | rotary_scroll |
| Lock Type | Latch Equipped |
| Number of Doors | 1 |
| Number of Sections | 2 |
| Number Of Racks | 2 |
| Is Electric | Yes |
| Has Convertible Freezer | Yes |
| Is Product Cordless | No |
| Is Customizable | No |
| Specification Met | ETL |
| Additional Features | “Fast Freeze” mode. Two separately controlled temperature zones. |
| BEE Star Rating | No Energy Star |
| Configuration | Compact Internal Freezer |
| Refrigerant | R-134A |
| Form Factor | Chest |
| Pattern | Solid |
| Item Type Name | Whynter FM-85G 85 Quart Portable Fridge/ Freezer 85 Quart Portable Refrigerator and Deep, AC 110V/ DC 12V, Real Chest Freezer with-8°F to 50°F Temperature Range |
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How it compares
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Questions about the Whynter FM-85G
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
Can the Whynter FM-85G run off a car or boat battery?
Yes, it includes a 12V/24V DC cord in addition to the 110V AC cord, and reviewers report running it off deep cycle batteries for multi-day trips.
Does this unit need to be manually defrosted?
Owners running it continuously as a freezer report needing to defrost it roughly every 2 to 3 months; it is not a frost-free design.
How cold does the FM-85G get?
It has a fast freeze function that reviewers say reaches 0°F and below, within the unit's stated -8°F to 50°F range.