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8/27/2012

The Fridge Grill & Cooler Combination with Dual Chamber Technology Review

The Fridge Grill and Cooler Combination with Dual Chamber Technology
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First and foremost, I did not buy this product from amazon, I bought it from a thrift store near-by. I was searching my usual spots for camping gear when I saw this round bag that had an over-the-shoulder strap... I unzipped it a bit and my first impression was of some sort of reinforced bag for soda cans, or cold storage for food.
Since I hate buying junk that I won't use I decided to open the bag and look a little closer and I realized that it was a brand new, never used, charcoal grill... For 4 bucks, it is all I think I will need to cook camp dinners for my family. We actually got charcoal and used it last evening. Our only complaint was that it is somewhat smaller than we had in mind, but it works just fine--thank you very much!
I lined the bottom with foil, then lit the coals. It was great, and for camping outside hook-ups this is a great way to assure that our propane tanks are only used for heating during winter months! I can't say how long this little thing will last, but it will only be used on our camping trips, so it may last longer for us compared to someone who wants to use it regularly at home.
This is probably not a a suitable product for a backpacker/hiker because it is too much extra to carry around, and it might be a heavy option compared to the proven and accepted lightweight gear. It does, however, store nicely inside a tiny popup camper! :)This could be a great option for apartment dwellers with tiny balcony's since it is hibachi sized.
I hope this helped...


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6/22/2012

MaxCold 5 Cooler Review

MaxCold 5 Cooler
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I ordered this cooler to use during the Thanksgiving holiday. I hosted our family dinner gathering and made 5 gallons of lemonaid to go along with the feast I'd prepared. Ease of use is definitely a plus! No leakage noted from the spout.
To cut down on time I made the lemonaid a day before and also put the ice in the container and to my surprise the remaining beverage did remain cold for days after. I am so pleased with my Igoo MaxCold 5 gal. beverage cooler and the quality of this product.

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3/14/2012

BEVERAGE CONTAINER - 2 GALLON Review

BEVERAGE CONTAINER - 2 GALLON
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This two gallon BPA-free container is just what I wanted to hold an extra-large amount of lemonade. The placement of the handle allows the jug to be stored in the refrigerator with the spout on the top side, so you can rest assured that there is absolutely no possibility of leakage from the spout. When the jug is removed from the refrigerator in this same position, the handle allows it to be carried easily to the table or outdoors without the loss of a drop. When you arrive at the serving location, there is a tiny bit of leakage from the spout as you tip the jug into the serving position, but this amounts only to a couple of drops and stops immediately. In actual use, the spout is drip-free. Great product. Highly recommend!

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1/14/2012

Koolatron P75 36-Quart Kool Kaddy Electric Cooler/Warmer, Light Grey Review

Koolatron P75 36-Quart Kool Kaddy Electric Cooler/Warmer, Light Grey
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Decided to take a chance on this model despite the negative reviews for it. The size was perfect for our use... road trip with a 1.5 year old. It easily stored a gallon of milk, yogurt packs, orange juice, cheese, grapes, snacks, etc. Bought with the AC adapter to provide cooling at night while we stayed in hotels. Worked great as expected, though the construction seemed to be a little flimsy and cheap.
On the 4th or 5th day of use the cooler stopped working consistently. Didn't work when plugged into one of our car power ports. Plugged it into another one, and it started working again. Got to the hotel that night, and plugged it into the AC adapter. Again, it just didn't work, though the adapter was indeed supplying power.
I'm not quite sure if our issue was the fan (which seems to be a common problem) or the power plug; despite the cause, this became an extremely expensive non-powered cooler much sooner than I'd expected. Returned to Amazon for a refund, and I'll likely steer away from this brand in the future.
Another issue: if you use the AC adapter, the DC plug which connects to the AC adapter get extremely hot! I actually burned myself on my arm after unplugging it. It's altogether possible that the heat from the AC adapter might have damaged the DC car plug of the cooler, causing the little spring-loaded center pin to not engage fully in a power port. Whatever the case, this is just poor and potentially unsafe design.

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The Kool Kaddy thermoelectric cooler plugs into standard auto cigarette lighters to cool or warm food, drinks and more. No ice to store means more space for beverages—up to 57 beer or pop cans!And, no melted mess from store-bought ice or guesswork as to whether the ice has lasted makes for easier, more relaxing road trips.The large capacity is ideal for long trips, big family cookouts, and tailgate parties, beach dinners, picnics and sport events.And, Kookatron's optional AC adapter (sold separately) lets you load theKool Kaddy the night before the trip without worrying about the ice melting, so you're ready to get on the road. It also lets you tote the Kool Kaddy into motel rooms for use as a personal and private mini-fridge.

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1/10/2012

12 Liter AC/DC Portable Mini Fridge Cooler Warmer Holds 4 Wine Bottles or 15 Cans of Soda (White) Review

12 Liter AC/DC Portable Mini Fridge Cooler Warmer Holds 4 Wine Bottles or 15 Cans of Soda (White)
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As noted by other reviewers, this is neither fridge nor warmer oven. It is a "cooler/warmer" which is something I doubt anyone one wants or needs. This device has a tiny fan and maybe a little compressor and heating element. It is capable of slowing the warming of already cold items or, in the warm mode, slowing the cooling of already warm items. It is not capable of cooling warm items (like a can of soda) nor capable or warming cold items. I cannot think of any practical use for it nor I bet can many other people...which is why it is being sold by a liquidator.

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10/31/2011

Koolatron P95 Travel Saver Cooler 45-Quart, Light Grey Review

Koolatron P95 Travel Saver Cooler 45-Quart, Light Grey
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I'm an over the road truck driver & have gone through many coolers,mostly Igloo.I've owned this Koolatron for over 5 yrs. with NO problems.I would have gone through 3 motors in the Igloos by now.The only thing going bad on mine is the seal that holds the lid on.It's starting to crack from being opened and closed 10-15 times a day getting my Cokes or sandwiches out of it.When I bought it I saved the booklet to buy another motor when this one went out.Don't need it!!!I'll buy the 56 quart next time.

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Keep food and drinks cool on the road without ice in this Koolatron Travel Saver 12 volt cooler. The cooler connects to any 12 volt cigarette lighter to keep up to 45 quarts of drinks, snacks and more at just the right temperature, without stopping for ice—ever. A unique domed lid lets you pack it full for those long road trips. And, for those short jaunts from grocery store to home, the cooler lets you keep your purchases chilled while you stop at the gym or wait to pick up the kids. As with most Koolatron's, this unit also works as a food warmer, heating foods to 135 degrees F. The AC adapter (sold separately) lets you use the travel saver wherever there is standard household outlet—a great feature for use on the road with many hotel stops.

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9/17/2011

Soleus Air MC-88M Indoor/Outdoor Party Refrigerator, Silver Review

Soleus Air MC-88M Indoor/Outdoor Party Refrigerator, Silver
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This is a unique product in it's price range. We wanted a deck fridge ready for outdoor use and this appeared to be just that. As always, Amazon service was fantastic but after 3 months of service, the device began to run noisily and quit working altogether shortly after that. We were startled to examine the warranty service offered by Soleus Air and learned that in order to have warranty coverage we'd need to ship this device back to California which cost us $147. This is half the cost of the device and was a big disappointment. I suspect the value in this device will be fully realized if the company returns a unit that lasts more than a few months. If this unit fails again, it will be out of warranty (for what that is worth given the return shipping costs) and we'll likely have a fancy stainless steel ice bucket instead of a powered cooler. The physical appearance and functional design is attractive and the unit was the talk of our summer gatherings just beware of quality and the finer points of the warranty and hope your's lasts longer than ours did.

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Whether the party's by the pool or on the back deck, this convenient party fridge can keep up. The portable appliance comes equipped with durable casters for wheeling it from one place to the next, while its metal finish nicely compliments any stainless-steel grill or patio decor. To use, simply press the "on" button, adjust the temperature from 39 to 59 degrees F by pressing the thermostat button, and add an assortment of beverages to be chilled. Its spacious 4-3/5-cubic-foot interior can keep up to 72 12-ounce cans, 48 beer bottles, or 26 wine bottles chilled and ready to serve. Recommended temperatures include 39 degrees F for beer and soda, 45 to 50 degrees F for white wine, and 55 to 60 degrees F for red wine. The refrigerator also provides a transparent lift-off lid that traps the cold air inside while also providing easy access to contents, rugged construction, and 5- to 10-hour standby cooling time. Accessories include two interior baskets for keeping items organized; two hanging side caddies; two antibacterial serving tables, and a detailed user's manual. Stylish and versatile, the refrigerator measures 21-7/8 by 22-1/4 by 34-5/8 inches and carries a one-year limited warranty.

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8/23/2011

Koolatron Kargo Kooler Mini Travel Refrigerator Review

Koolatron Kargo Kooler Mini Travel Refrigerator
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I got this as a sort of "extra" frig for drinks in the summer. However, it freezes up easily and can't be adjusted for temperature. It is lightweight and portable, working well for a drink chest for parties.
Also, the plug in that comes with it was missing. It only plugs into a car outlet--I had to buy the adapter to use it in the house.
Given the choice, I'd probably go with a small refrig that adjusts temperature. However, again, I like the portability of this product.

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