Bodega Cooler QZW38 40QT Car Fridge Review
A 40 Quarts (38L) car fridge at $269.99 with a 33L main zone and a 5L zone that cannot be set separately, per the page. It lists 12/24V DC and 100-240V AC power, app control, 27.9 x 14.8 x 15.51 inches and 33.73lb/15.3kg.
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Our verdict
Suits a vehicle owner who wants a 40 quart fridge with a main zone and a small 5L compartment, both power inputs and app control. Look elsewhere if you need two independent temperature zones or a listed power draw. The main caveat is the Popular Mechanics top-pick claim on the page, which could not be tied to this model.
- Best for
- A vehicle owner who wants a 40 quart fridge with a small side compartment and app control.
- Skip if
- You need two independently controlled zones or a listed power draw.
Why 3.5/5: Lifted only by a specification block with size, weight, defrost and cooling method and a stated 33L and 5L split. Held back by a mostly negative Trustpilot profile on support, differing after-sale wording across the store's pages and a Popular Mechanics pick not tied to this model.
Listed at $269.99, the QZW38 is a 40 Quarts (38L) compressor car fridge with two compartments, a 33L main zone and a 5L zone that follows it. The spec block gives 27.9 x 14.8 x 15.51 inches and 33.73lb/15.3kg, and the copy lists 12/24V DC and 100-240V AC input, app control, off-road wheels and an extendable handle. The page says the main zone adjusts from 68F to -4F.
Specifications
| Spec | Page says |
|---|---|
| Model Name | QZW38 |
| Capacity | 40 Quarts |
| Product Dimensions (D*W*H) | 27.9 x 14.8 x 15.51 inches |
| Net Weight | 33.73lb/15.3kg |
| Defrost | Automatic |
| Batteries Included? | No |
| Batteries Required? | No |
| Additional Features | Smart Connectivity, App Control |
| Cooling Method | Compressor |
| Included items | Electric cooler, removable chopping board (lid-integrated), DC power cord, AC adapter and cord, manual |
Options and pricing
The page lists one variant at $269.99 and shows no crossed-out price. The spec block says batteries are neither included nor required. The package list names the electric cooler, a removable lid-integrated chopping board, a DC power cord (12/24V), an AC adapter and power cord (100-240V) and a user manual.
How it compares
The Bodega Cooler QZW48 50QT Car Fridge with App Control is $309.99 for 50 quarts (48L), and the Bodega Cooler QZW58 61QT Car Fridge with App Control is $499.99 for 61 quarts (58L). This model is $269.99 for 40 quarts. The Bodega Cooler CF15 16QT Armrest Car Fridge is $289.99 for 16 quarts.
Shipping, returns and warranty
Shipping: the shipping page offers free standard shipping around mainland US from US warehouses (the FAQ names California, Texas and Pennsylvania), with 1 business day of processing, a tracking email once the order ships, and no delivery to PO, APO or FPO addresses; the address cannot be changed after shipment. Some products can go to Canada, Germany and Italy for an extra $35 (8 to 15 business days) or to the UK for an extra $60, while the FAQ says every product ships to the continental US, only part of the range to Canada and only the detachable battery to Europe. Returns: an order can be cancelled within 24 hours by email or phone; after it ships a double shipping fee comes off the refund and a 2% transaction fee may apply. A return within 30 days needs an email to [email protected] for a return authorization first, an unused, uninstalled product in its original packaging, and shipping back within 7 days of the refund confirmation to the Rancho Cucamonga, California address; the buyer pays the shipping, while for a defective or damaged item the store says it refunds the shipping fee after photos or video. Orders bought from Amazon, Walmart or other resellers are not covered. Exchanges within 30 days carry a restocking fee and shipping that vary by brand. The page gives the refund time as 3 to 7 business days in one place and up to 7 in another, and the FAQ says 1 to 3. Warranty: the warranty page promises 2 years on products bought directly from bodegacooler.com, with the exact period on the last page of the manual, and also says a 1-year warranty extends to 2 years by registering the product (the FAQ says register within 10 days of purchase); it covers defects in materials and workmanship, not misuse, accidents or unauthorized repair, and not products from third-party sellers. Some product pages state other terms, such as a 5-year compressor warranty with 1 year on the rest, 24 months on the compressor and accessories, or a 5-year product warranty. Payment: Klarna, American Express, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, PayPal and Visa, plus regional methods such as Boleto, THAI QR PromptPay, Rabbit LINE Pay and ShopeePay, according to the FAQ.
Before you buy
The page shows no customer reviews. Reputation: on Trustpilot (read on the Australian site) bodegacooler.com is a claimed profile with a TrustScore of 2.6 from 16 reviews, 25% five-star and 69% one-star; the company rarely replies, and the newest reviews (August and September 2026) describe a 100-quart unit with about 60 quarts usable, a replacement that froze the fridge side, and unanswered support. A June 2026 review of a 3-door Bodega cooler sold on Amazon (The Inventory, which names no model code and may not cover this item) cites a 2.5/5 TrustScore and reports of damaged units and slow support. A web search found no BBB profile. The bodegacooler.com domain was registered on 27 May 2019. The store's FAQ says only one promotion code can be used per order and offers new customers 12% off fridges for subscribing to its newsletter, and some pages advertise their own sales and codes.
What we liked
- The specification block gives capacity, dimensions, net weight, defrost type and cooling method
- Both 12/24V DC and 100-240V AC inputs are listed, with a DC cord and an AC adapter in the package
- App control is listed, and the page says it adjusts temperature and working modes from a phone
- Off-road wheels, an extendable handle, a reversible detachable door and side storage bags are listed
- The page states the compartment sizes, 33L and 5L
Worth noting
- The 5L zone follows the main zone and cannot be controlled independently, so the two compartments share one temperature setting
- The page does not say whether the divider between the two compartments is fixed or removable
- No power draw, rated input or cooling time is given; the page says only that MAX mode cools to 32F
- The page does not name the app or its platforms; only the store title mentions WIFI
Questions before you buy
How do the two compartments work?
The page says the 38L volume splits into a larger 33L zone, adjustable from 68F to -4F, and a smaller 5L zone that follows the main zone's temperature and cannot be controlled independently. It does not say whether the divider is fixed or removable.
What power can the QZW38 use?
The page lists 12/24V DC and 100-240V AC dual power supply. The package has a DC power cord (12/24V) and an AC adapter and power cord (100-240V), and the spec block says batteries are not included or required.
What does the app control do?
The page says the app connection lets you adjust the temperature and switch working modes from a phone, and the spec block lists Smart Connectivity and App Control. The store title says WIFI; the page does not name the app or say which phones it supports.
Where does Bodega Cooler ship and how fast?
Free standard shipping covers mainland US from warehouses in the US, with 1 business day of processing; no PO, APO or FPO addresses. Some products can go to Canada, Germany, Italy (+$35, 8 to 15 business days) and the UK (+$60), but the FAQ lists fewer destinations, so check the product before ordering abroad.
What is the return window?
30 days from purchase for an unused, uninstalled product in its original packaging, after an email to [email protected] for a return authorization. The buyer pays the shipping unless the item is defective or damaged; cancellation is free within 24 hours of ordering. Orders from Amazon or other resellers are not covered.
How long is the warranty?
The warranty page says 2 years for purchases from bodegacooler.com, or 1 year extended to 2 by registering the product within 10 days of purchase (per the FAQ); the manual names the exact period. Some product pages state other terms, so keep the order number and ask support before relying on one figure.
Sources & verification
What this review is based on and the day we last read it. Specs and claims from the maker are the maker’s own; the verdict and the rating are ours.
From the store
- Bodega Cooler QZW38 40QT Car Fridge with App Control product page: specs, options and price (the buy buttons go there)Specs, options and the listed priceRead October 21, 2026
- Bodega Cooler shipping pageFree standard shipping in mainland US from US warehouses; some products to Canada, Germany, Italy, UK for a feeRead October 21, 2026
- Bodega Cooler refund policy24-hour cancellation, 30-day returns with an RA, shipping costs, restocking on exchanges, refund timingRead October 21, 2026
- Bodega Cooler warranty page2-year warranty on purchases from the store; 1 year extended to 2 by registration; exclusionsRead October 21, 2026
- Bodega Cooler FAQPayment methods, promo-code rule, warehouses, shipping destinations, returns, car fridge guidanceRead October 21, 2026
- Bodega Cooler contact pageSupport email, US phone line and hours, New York office and California warehouse addressesRead October 21, 2026
Independent
- Trustpilot profile for bodegacooler.com (Australian site)TrustScore 2.6 from 16 reviews (25% five-star, 69% one-star); claimed profile; company rarely repliesRead October 21, 2026
- The Inventory: BODEGACOOLER 3-door beverage cooler review (26 Jun 2026)About a 3-door cooler sold on Amazon: cites a 2.5/5 TrustScore and reports of damaged units and slow supportRead October 21, 2026
- Verisign RDAP record for bodegacooler.comDomain registered 2019-05-27Read October 21, 2026
- Popular Mechanics list syndicated on AOL (checked: Bodega 'Best Overall' claim)Lists a 'Bodega Portable Refrigerator' best overall with an Amazon link; no model, capacity, price or test resultsRead October 21, 2026
What we couldn’t verify
- The page says Popular Mechanics named it the top overall pick in a 2026 Buyer's Guide. An AOL-syndicated Popular Mechanics article (updated 4 September 2026) lists a 'Bodega Portable Refrigerator' as top pick without a model, capacity, price or test results, so the pick cannot be tied to the QZW38.
- The page states 40dB, stable running on a 30 degree incline, cooling 'quickly down to 32F' with no time and a 5-year compressor lifespan warranty, with no test or source; the main zone's lowest setting is given as -4F.
- No rated power input or power draw is listed, and the store title says WIFI while the copy only says APP remote connection.
- The refund policy gives the refund time as 3 to 7 business days in one place and up to 7 in another, while the FAQ says 1 to 3.
- The warranty page says 2 years and also 1 year extended to 2 by registering; some product pages state other terms, such as a 5-year compressor warranty with 1 year on the rest, 24 months on the compressor and accessories, or a 5-year product warranty.
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