EcoFlow Glacier
(2 reviews)
The first compressor cooler with a built-in ice maker: dual zone, removable 298Wh battery, up to 40 hours cordless.
Key features
- Capacity: 38 litres, independent dual zone
- Type: Compressor with built-in removable battery
- Temperature: From +10°C to -25°C per zone
- Built-in ice maker, removable 298Wh battery, up to 40h cordless
In detail: EcoFlow Glacier, compressor cooler with battery and ice maker
The EcoFlow Glacier applies the brand's know-how in energy and battery management to mobile cooling, with a result that stands clearly apart from classic compressor coolers: a removable 298Wh battery built in, allowing up to 40 hours of runtime with absolutely no connection, mains or vehicle.
Its 38-litre capacity is split into two independently adjustable zones, each ranging from +10°C to -25°C, so one compartment can freeze while the other keeps drinks cool. Fast cooling, from 30°C to 0°C in about 15 minutes, relies on a 120W compressor, more powerful than most compact coolers on the market.
The most original feature remains the built-in ice maker, a first for this kind of appliance according to EcoFlow, able to produce 18 ice cubes in about 12 minutes, handy for drinks, an evening gathering or an extended picnic. Control runs through a mobile app, to adjust each zone's temperature and check battery level remotely.
Recharging is multi-source: mains in 2.2 hours, solar panel in 2.1 hours, 12V in 4 hours or 24V in 2.1 hours, a flexibility that fits into EcoFlow's wider ecosystem of power stations, with which the Glacier can be combined. Backed by a 2-year manufacturer warranty, it targets a buyer ready to invest in total energy independence rather than a simple classic electric cooler.
Technical data
Detailed characteristics
Performance
| Type?General technical category the unit belongs to (passive, thermoelectric, compressor...). | Compressor (120W) with removable battery |
|---|---|
| Temperature?Temperature range the unit can be set to. | From +10°C to -25°C per zone |
Dimensions and power supply
| Capacity?Usable storage volume of the cooler, in litres. | 38 litres, two independently adjustable zones |
|---|---|
| Weight?The unit's empty weight. | About 23 kg (with battery) |
| Dimensions?Width, depth and height of the unit (W x D x H), inside and/or outside depending on the line. | 84.5 x 44.5 x 38.5 cm |
Additional information
| Fast cooling | From 30°C to 0°C in about 15 minutes |
|---|---|
| Ice maker | 18 ice cubes produced in about 12 minutes |
| Battery | 298Wh removable, up to 40h cordless runtime |
| Recharging | Mains (2.2h), solar (2.1h), 12V (4h), 24V (2.1h) |
| Connectivity | Mobile app for remote control |
| Manufacturer warranty?Period during which the manufacturer commits to repairing or replacing the unit in case of failure. | 2 years |
How much does this cool box really use? (calculated with this model)
Comparison
On a similar 38-litre size, the EcoFlow Glacier compares to the Mobicool FR40, a classic compressor cooler with no built-in battery, in searches like "cooler with battery vs classic cooler". Here is how the two compare, based on the public specifications of both manufacturers.
| Criterion | EcoFlow Glacier | Mobicool FR40 |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 38 L, dual zone | 38 L, single zone |
| Built-in battery | Yes, 298Wh removable, up to 40h | No, external power only |
| Minimum temperature | -25°C | -10°C |
| Ice maker | Yes, built-in | No |
| Price observed | ≈£899 | ≈£371 |
In short, the EcoFlow Glacier justifies a price roughly double through total independence thanks to its built-in battery and unusual features like the ice maker, while the Mobicool FR40 stays a classic cooler, dependent on an external power source (vehicle or mains), for a noticeably lower budget.
Our tester's verdict: Gilles Caron
The EcoFlow Glacier remains a fairly undocumented product on the UK market, with a very limited number of reviews to date, which calls for caution before drawing firm conclusions. The feedback available, more plentiful on the US market where the product has been sold for longer, unanimously praises the built-in ice maker, a first for this kind of appliance, as well as the ability to run fully independently thanks to its removable 298Wh battery, a real plus for use far from any mains socket or accessible vehicle battery. The independent dual zone, able to reach down to -25°C on one compartment while keeping the other in fridge mode, is also cited as a strong argument against single-zone coolers. The price, noticeably higher than classic compressor coolers of similar capacity, reflects this battery-ecosystem approach rather than a simple plug-and-forget compressor, a trade-off to weigh depending on how much value is placed on total energy independence.
Frequently asked questions: EcoFlow Glacier, compressor cooler with battery and ice maker
Yes, that is its main distinctive feature: its removable 298Wh battery lets it run for up to 40 hours with no mains, vehicle or solar connection, unlike classic compressor coolers which need a continuous power supply.
It produces about 18 ice cubes in 12 minutes, using part of the unit's cooling capacity. This is an unusual feature for this kind of portable compressor cooler.
Yes, the two 38-litre zones are independently adjustable from +10°C to -25°C each, allowing you to freeze in one compartment while keeping the other in simple fridge mode, for instance.
The Glacier fits into EcoFlow's wider ecosystem of power stations and can be combined with other products from the brand to extend runtime, a compatibility worth checking model by model at the time of purchase.
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Page published on 31 July 2026