The EcoFlow 3-in-1 Portable Fridge, Freezer and Ice Maker is a versatile cooling appliance engineered to deliver refrigeration and freezing in a single unit – ideal when you want flexibility to stock steaks, cheeses, soft drinks or frozen goods. It features a removable divider that allows you to separate the main compartment into two independently controlled zones. Each zone can be set to refrigerate from about 50 °F (10 °C) down to -13 °F (-25 °C), allowing it to function as a fridge, freezer or both simultaneously.Although the original model emphasises outdoor, mobile or off-grid use (camping, vehicle, boat, etc), it can equally serve as a compact, high-flexibility cooling solution in home or small business scenarios — especially in markets like Tanzania where power supply may be inconsistent or where dual-zone flexibility is a premium.
Features & Benefits
- Dual-zone with independent temperature control: You can set one side to freezing mode (for meat, fish, or ice) while the other side remains in refrigeration mode (for vegetables, drinks, dairy). This is highly beneficial in a locale where power outages or variable grid supply make flexibility important.
For small restaurants, beachside bars, safari lodges in Tanzania, this means you can switch modes depending on whether you need more freezer space or more fridge space. - Built-in ice maker: Having the ability to make ~18 solid ice cubes in ~12 minutes means you don’t only store frozen items; you generate fresh ice on demand. For markets where ice supply is inconsistent or expensive (for example mobile vendors, roadside kiosks, outdoor events in Tanzania), this is a differentiator.
- Rapid cooling performance: The unit can cool quickly from high ambient temps to near-freezing in ~15 minutes. In Tanzanian conditions — where ambient temperatures may regularly be 30 °C or more — this means you won’t have to wait hours for your drinks or goods to chill. This is an advantage especially for event use, mobile catering, or off‐grid usage.
- Energy efficiency & portability: Vacuum insulation panels reduce thermal loss; Eco mode draws very low power. For Tanzania, where electricity can be expensive, unreliable, or generated via solar/minigrid, having a fridge‐freezer that is energy conscious is a big plus.
Moreover, the ability to operate wire‐free (via battery or solar) means you can deploy this in remote lodges, camps, mobile food trucks, safari vehicles, or roadside stalls without requiring heavy infrastructure. - Large usable capacity for its size: With ~38 L and the ability to carry up to ~60 canned beverages, it offers real usable volume while remaining portable and compact. For small business owners (kiosk, food truck, guesthouse) in Tanzania, it strikes a good balance between size and capacity.
- Smart-control via app: Temperature monitoring and control via WiFi/Bluetooth means you can manage it remotely, get alerts, etc. For business owners who might not always be present, this adds convenience.
Use Cases
- Guesthouses, safari lodges & resorts: In remote lodges off the grid or on solar power, the ability to refrigerate and freeze with portable battery‐backed operation is highly valuable. You can store meat/fish for longer, chill drinks, make ice for cocktails, all while managing energy use carefully.
- Mobile food trucks & roadside kiosks: Vendors selling soft-drinks, cold snacks, or frozen treats can benefit — the dual-zone means you could keep ice creams frozen on one side, drinks chilled on the other; the rapid cooling means you’re ready soon after powering up.
- Event rentals & outdoor catering: For weddings, beach parties, rooftop bars in Dar es Salaam or Zanzibar — having a portable unit that can adapt (fridge/freezer/ice maker) means fewer separate appliances to transport and set-up.
- Road and safari vehicles: For guided tours, safari cars/minibuses going to remote parks e.g. Serengeti National Park or Ngorongoro Conservation Area, keeping perishable items cold (meat, fish, dairy) or making ice for guests, all off-grid, is a big plus.
- Residential use during power reliability issues: In urban or peri-urban Tanzanian homes where the grid is unstable or cost of power high, this unit offers an efficient way to keep frozen goods, drinks and essentials chilled—plus the portability means you can move it to a space with better ventilation or solar power if needed.
Value Propositions
- Premium yet practical: While many fridges/freezers are fixed and heavy, this product provides portability, flexibility, and dual-functionality (fridge + freezer + ice maker) — so you pay a bit more, but gain far more versatility.
- Off-grid & solar ready: Highlight the ability to run on battery and solar (important in areas with unreliable electricity or where solar power is increasingly used). It aligns with Tanzania’s growing adoption of solar and mobile energy systems.
- Energy saving for cost-sensitive markets: Emphasise how low power draw and insulation reduce running costs — this matters in markets where every kWh counts.
- Adaptability to business use: Not just for homes — for small businesses (cafés, bars, kiosks, lodges) which need refrigeration/freezing but may not have large‐scale infrastructure. The “3-in-1” nature reduces need to buy separate freezer + fridge + ice machine.
- Durable and mobile: For environments where ruggedness and mobility matter (e.g., safari lodges, outdoor catering, market stalls) this is an advantage over standard heavy, fixed fridges.
- High-end value for aspirational buyers: For users who value flexibility and brand strength (EcoFlow is known for portable power solutions), this product sits as a premium item rather than the bare-minimum budget fridge.
Local Market Positioning in Tanzania
- Targeted segments: Upscale residential homes, luxury villas, boutique lodges, safari-camps, mobile food/beverage operators, beachside bars and premium retail outlets in Tanzania.
- Pricing strategy: As a premium product, this will carry higher upfront cost compared to basic refrigerators or chest freezers. Positioning should emphasise value (flexibility, off-grid capability, dual-zone) rather than cost-leading.
- Import & servicing: Ensure availability of service/parts locally (Dar es Salaam / Arusha) or via regional distributor; emphasise warranty & support.
- Power environment: Highlight compatibility with solar panels and vehicle charging—important in Tanzania’s semi-off-grid contexts.
- Climate suitability: With ambient temperatures in many parts of Tanzania being high (30-35 °C+), emphasise the rapid-cooling ability, strong insulation and ability to maintain freezer temperatures even in warm ambient conditions.
- Value for tourism/hospitality: For safari lodges, the ability to store fresh meat/fish and frozen treats in remote camps without relying solely on mains power is a strong selling point.
- Marketing messaging: Speak to the freedom of mobility (“move it where you need it”), the dual-zone convenience (“fridge & freezer in one box”), and the reliability even with power interruptions (“keeps things cold when mains goes off”).
Technical Specification
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Capacity | 38 litres (~13.8 gal) – holds up to approx. 60 × 330 ml cans |
| Temperature Range | Dual-zone divider allows independent temp control for two zones: from 50 °F (10 °C) down to -13 °F (-25 °C). |
| Zone Configuration | Removable divider splits into two zones (fridge + freezer) or single zone operation. |
| Cooling Performance | Rapid cooling: from 86 °F (30 °C) to 32 °F (0 °C) in ~15 minutes. |
| Ice Maker | Integrated ice maker: produces 18 solid ice cubes in ~12 minutes using 120 W compressor. |
| Smart Control | Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity via EcoFlow smart app for temperature setting, monitoring. |
| Insulation & Efficiency | Uses vacuum insulation panels (VIPs) to minimise energy consumption, reduce thermal loss. Eco-mode: uses ~0.18 kWh per day |
| Suitability for Tanzania | Ideal for locations with power cuts, off-grid areas, mobile operations (restaurants/bars) or where reliable refrigeration/freezing is needed. Dual zone gives flexibility to stock chilled drinks, frozen food, ice. |
| Cooling Time | ~15 min from 30 °C to 0 °C |
| Insulation Technology | Vacuum insulation panels (VIP) |





