Koolatron Kargo Kooler Mini Travel Refrigerator
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Kitchen and Housewares Reviews of Koolatron Kargo Kooler Mini Travel Refrigerator
Customer Review: Helps you keep your cool..
Summary: 4 Stars
..and maybe a little too cold. The latches are junk, the lock barely works. This sucker gets cold though, and hot too. Just be sure to check the size, it is big and I had a little trouble fitting it where I wanted too.Customer Review: Junk
Summary: 1 Stars
This cooler only worked for two days before the compressor completely gave out. I ignored the warnings in other reviews and ordered it with one day shipping before a long (3500+ mile) road trip, but it failed before our trip even started. We brought it along anyway, because it was small enough to fit in the back seat. It still managed to keep things cool with a nightly refill of ice, but for the high price I expected the electronics to last more than two days.
I suspect that the failures are caused by a design flaw: the compressor and associated electronics are built into the cooler lid, which can be oriented horizontally or vertically. Most refrigerator compressors are designed to run in a very specific orientation; the coolant and oil systems don't circulate fluids properly unless the compressor is upright. Even if this isn't the problem, the compressor may be taking damage every time you open and close the lid, particularly if you use it like a normal cooler with the door on top. If you decide to buy one of these, be certain to close the lid very gently, and to leave adequate room for ventilation around the air intake fan.
That said, don't buy one. You will likely regret it.
Customer Review: Koolatron Kargo Kooler
Summary: 5 Stars
I bought this on impulse two years ago for our annual two-day road trip to south Utah. It worked beautifully not only keeping our drinks and snacks cool on the road, but as a mini-fridge in our motel rooms at night and during our stay. Now I use it for all our road trips, short and long and even use it when shopping for frozen/perishable food items in the summer time. I love that valuable cooler "real estate" isn't taken up with ice packs, and that I don't have to remember to freeze said ice packs prior to leaving. I do wish the unit included the household adapter, but that is an additional (and imho worthwhile) purchase. It is designed to used as a chest or upright unit and comes with two adjustable shelves that work with either orientaion. I find if I plug the unit in the night before our trip, it is well cooled and ready to go the next morning. It is also well insulated, so if you need to unplug it for any reason, it keeps items cold for several hours - great for an outdoor picnic. I would make this purchase again and recommend it to my friends.Customer Review: On Top of My List
Summary: 5 Stars
I was very impressed with this little refrigerator, my sister put one in her guest room and I found it so Comforting, A LUXURY for me, because I did not have to disturb anyone for a cool glass of juice or late night snack.
I decided then that I would get one for my Guest room too. I like to entertain and I think having this is definitely a courtesy to guests.
Highly recommended for this purpose.
Customer Review: This item needs to be shipped appropriately!
Summary: 5 Stars
The product gets 5 stars, but I give the packaging/shipping 1 star. I have received both my original order (dented) and replacement order (broken plastic hinge) with damages during shipping due to inappropriate packaging. It's such a great product too, in my opinion. I've returned both to Amazon and awaiting full refund.