Product review (5 stars): It lives up to the hype
This is the second unit; the first was the freezer model. It's extremely quiet and uses very little electricity. The minimum energy requirements found on several websites is also valid and needs to be followed; each of my unit is connected to two 100 Watt solar panels that charge four 81 Amp/Hour batteries (via a charge controller). Everything, was (or can be) purchased through Amazon, except the battery terminals and battery cables. Interstate Batteries is close to the house and has or can order all the bits and pieces needed; very convenient. Short-and-long power outages seems to be a weekly occurrence in town, and by slightly modifying my life style, such as hand-washing dishes and laundry, my monthly electric bill (for usage) is less than $10. These units are solidly built, and should last a lifetime.