Cool boxes for mini campers: Optimal solutions for your camping box

When planning a camping trip with your own car and a camping box, choosing the right cooler is crucial. The following section introduces the different types of coolers and assesses their suitability for camping trips.

1. Passive cooling box

Suitability for camping holidays : Limited. Passive cool boxes are lightweight and inexpensive, but only conditionally suitable for longer camping trips. They are best suited for short trips or as a supplement to more powerful cooling systems.

Recommendation : The Coleman 70 QT Xtreme Cooler offers a cooling performance of up to 5 days, which is remarkable for a passive cooler.

Camping box integration : Use the passive cooler box as additional storage space for drinks or perishable food items with short-term consumption.

2. Thermoelectric cooling box

Suitability for camping holidays : Thermoelectric cool boxes are well-suited for shorter trips, especially in temperate climates. You can easily connect them to your vehicle's 12V socket.

Recommendation : The Dometic Tropicool TCX 35 is characterized by its high performance.

Camping box integration : Position the thermoelectric cooler in your camping box so that it is easily accessible and ensure adequate ventilation.

3. Absorption cooler

Suitability for camping holidays : Absorption coolers are ideal for longer camping trips because you can flexibly operate them with various energy sources. They are particularly suitable if access to electricity or gas is available at the campsite.

Recommendation : The Dometic CombiCool RC 2200 EGP offers high flexibility in energy supply.

Camping box integration : Place the absorption cooler in your camping box in such a way that good ventilation is ensured and easy switching between different energy sources is possible.

4. Compressor cool box

Suitability for camping holidays : Excellent for all conditions, compressor cool boxes are the most powerful option for camping holidays. They cool reliably regardless of the outside temperature and you can even use them as a freezer.

Recommendation : The Dometic CFX3 45 offers outstanding cooling and freezing performance.

Camping box integration : Integrate the compressor cool box securely into your camping box. Ensure good insulation to minimize power consumption and plan for an additional battery or solar panel for extended operating times.

Conclusion

Choosing the ideal cooler depends on the length of your camping trip, your budget, and the expected temperatures. For short trips in temperate climates, a thermoelectric cooler may suffice. For longer stays or in warmer regions, an absorption or compressor cooler is recommended. When integrating it into your camping box, consider the following aspects:

• Adequate ventilation

• Easy access

• Secure fastening during the journey

• Adequate power supply (12V connection, additional battery or solar panel)

With the right cooler in your camping box, your camping holiday in the car becomes a comfortable and pleasant experience, where you have access to chilled drinks and fresh food at all times.