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The ICECO VL45PLUS refrigerator has earned recognition from the outdoor community, raising $268,136 on Kickstarter, gaining support from 385 backers, and being selected as a Kickstarter Project We Love. (Data as of July 10, 2026)
The successful campaign was just the beginning. As the VL45PLUS reached experienced overlanders and early testers, it continued to receive attention for its practical design and ability to fit into different outdoor setups.
Early testers brought the VL45PLUS 12V fridge into their own vehicles and shared feedback based on real-world use.
Mark Samuelson shared his first impressions after unboxing the VL45PLUS:
“Packaging was very sturdy yet easy to open / unpack.”
From the first look to everyday use, the VL45PLUS reflects attention to detail with a premium build and thoughtful design choices.
Matthew Glasscock tested the VL45PLUS in his Jeep setup and highlighted how it fits into different adventures:
“No fridge slide, no tilt slide, no reorganizing your setup.”
Whether mounted in a Jeep, truck, SUV, or camper, the VL45PLUS car fridge is designed to work with different setups without adding extra steps.
Outdoor gear is often tested by the people who rely on it most. Experienced overlanders were among the first to put the VL45PLUS portable fridge into real-world scenarios and share their feedback.
@Ozark Overland Adventures recognized the innovative approach behind the design:
“A truly innovative fridge design for overlanding and car camping. The first ever front opening fridge.”
@Talon Sei highlighted how the 3-way access design addresses common frustrations with traditional fridge setups:
“This design solves a lot of the frustrations that come with traditional fridge setups.”
From Kickstarter backers to experienced overlanders and early testers, the feedback has pointed to the same thing: thoughtful design makes a real difference on the road.
Whether it's a weekend camping trip, an overland build, or a long road trip, the VL45PLUS fridge freezer is built to fit naturally into different setups and make everyday access a little easier.
