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National Luna or Engel

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Hey guys, who makes a better fridge? Engel or National Luna. Just speaking of quality, Efficiency, and longevity of the product.

Thanks for any feedback!
 

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I don't own a fridge but do recall in the past Overland Journel had rated National Luna on top. That may be old news but if you can find the article might be helpful. I am sure the group here has more updated insights though.
 
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I don't own a fridge but do recall in the past Overland Journel had rated National Luna on top. That may be old news but if you can find the article might be helpful. I am sure the group here has more updated insights though.
Yeah, that’s what I’m trying to figure out. I thought I read Engel being top tier. However, when you buy these expensive niceties, you want to buy once, cry once. Rather get what’s best the first time.
 

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I own both. My trailer came with a National Luna (about 4 years old now) and I’ve had my Engel for 15 odd trouble free years.

Engels are much more expensive (over here at least) than all the other fridges but it would be my first choice because of its longevity and efficiency.
 
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I own both. My trailer came with a National Luna (about 4 years old now) and I’ve had my Engel for 15 odd trouble free years.

So, you feel the Engel is the better fridge? Have you had any issues with the NL?

Thanks for the input! I appreciate it!

Engels are much more expensive (over here at least) than all the other fridges but it would be my first choice because of its longevity and efficiency.
 

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I’ve had no issues with the NL either, the Engel is more efficient on power (probably because of a better compressor and insulation).

Put it to you this way, if I have to buy a fridge now and I have the cash it’s an Engel, if I’m on more of a budget, the NL


I own both. My trailer came with a National Luna (about 4 years old now) and I’ve had my Engel for 15 odd trouble free years.

So, you feel the Engel is the better fridge? Have you had any issues with the NL?

Thanks for the input! I appreciate it!

Engels are much more expensive (over here at least) than all the other fridges but it would be my first choice because of its longevity and efficiency.
 
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enjoitheride

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I’ve had no issues with the NL either, the Engel is more efficient on power (probably because of a better compressor and insulation).

Put it to you this way, if I have to buy a fridge now and I have the cash it’s an Engel, if I’m on more of a budget, the NL


I own both. My trailer came with a National Luna (about 4 years old now) and I’ve had my Engel for 15 odd trouble free years.

So, you feel the Engel is the better fridge? Have you had any issues with the NL?

Thanks for the input! I appreciate it!

Engels are much more expensive (over here at least) than all the other fridges but it would be my first choice because of its longevity and efficiency.

Weird. Here in the US, the fridges are pretty close in price. Well, from what I see.
 

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NL and Snomaster are produced in SA so they’re cheaper here, everything else is imported so we get nailed on import duties and shipping

I’ve had no issues with the NL either, the Engel is more efficient on power (probably because of a better compressor and insulation).

Put it to you this way, if I have to buy a fridge now and I have the cash it’s an Engel, if I’m on more of a budget, the NL


I own both. My trailer came with a National Luna (about 4 years old now) and I’ve had my Engel for 15 odd trouble free years.

So, you feel the Engel is the better fridge? Have you had any issues with the NL?

Thanks for the input! I appreciate it!

Engels are much more expensive (over here at least) than all the other fridges but it would be my first choice because of its longevity and efficiency.

Weird. Here in the US, the fridges are pretty close in price. Well, from what I see.
 
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