The best portable fan for a boat or RV: the Koonie rechargeable clip-on runs all night on one charge, clamps anywhere, and never touches your house bank. Two years aboard.
Goodkit approved
The self-setting 6004 is clever on accessible fasteners. In awkward engine work it lost our trust. This is not a verdict on every wrench in the Joker range.
Pass
The Cerbo GX ties your entire Victron system together. Here is how to install it, connect your devices, and set up remote monitoring via VRM.
We carry the Standard Horizon HX210 aboard. Here is how its practical features compare with the original Icom IC-M25—and what to check when buying today.
Goodkit approved
Frozen pipes and dead batteries are preventable. A complete winterization checklist covering water systems, waste, batteries, exterior, and interior.
We run Engel drawers in the RV, an Engel MT45 portable on the boat and road, and a Dometic CFX3 dual-zone aboard. Each wins for different reasons.
Worth it
Start with Victron’s official diagrams. Then use this 500A guide to understand the terminals, optional GX connection and checks that catch misleading readings.
Shelly smart relays cost and run on DC. We use them to automate lights, fans, and monitoring on our sailboat with Home Assistant.
Goodkit approved
The Victron SmartShunt 500A is the battery monitor we run on our boat. Here is why it beats the cheap alternatives and how it fits into a full monitoring system.
Goodkit approved
We have run both Sirocco fans for years on our boat. Here is when the Elite is worth it and when the standard is the smarter buy.
Worth it
Our firsthand pick is St. Brendan’s Isle. Compare five services by base cost, scanning charges and travel needs—with prices checked September 17, 2026.
Goodkit approved
Three years of reliable cooling aboard, with one replacement latch. Our large Dometic CFX3 dual-zone fridge/freezer is heavy, useful, and rarely needs its app.
Goodkit approved
TimeZero is the best integrated navigation platform I've used — Furuno sync, iPad integration, weather routing, all in one. But the Windows-only limitation and missing ECMWF models keep it from being perfect.
Mixed verdict