I’ve had 2 of these. They both worked better than my $600 washer, aside from the limited capacity. They washed better and they spun clothes almost dry enough to wear! Says a lot about how appliance makers are ripping us off.
I ordered a Giantex but received a Costway. I think they're the same basically. Just had it on Tuesday. It's fairly big. Used it in my bathroom. It did the job. I filled it using a bowl from the sink. It's quicker. Then emptied the outlet hose into the sink. It has a pump.
I have the Costway 20-lb washer with spin-dry compartment. I’ve had it for two weeks and I love it. I set it up next to my utility sink in the garage. I use a garden hose attached to the sink faucet to fill the washer. I can drain the water by holding the short machine drain hose in the sink. My only complaint is the lint fuzzies that are all over the clean laundry. I’ve read that if you add distilled white vinegar to the rinse cycle, this will cut down on the lint. I’ve done one load of laundry adding the vinegar and it did help.
I got the last one, Cost way 20lbs 7 years ago. My husband and I moved to an apartment complex where only a few units offered washer hookups. We moved in and were put on a waiting list for one of the units with laundry connections. Meanwhile, we used a laundromat. But after 6 months of this, I found out from one of the office employees that the waiting list would probably be 3 - 5 years. And even then, although those units aren't any bigger, they charge $100 more for rent every month, just for the convenience of having the hookups. That's when I told them they could take us off that list and bought the portable washer. It's big enough to wash most our laundry. Twice a year we use the laundromat wash the larger items like comforter and sleeping bags. But the normal stuff, even towels and blue jeans wash and spin dry with no problems. Aerotech now makes a huge 40lbs machine. I'm considering getting that. My Costway still works. I'll either sell it or give it away. I wished I knew about these machines when I was in college.
Thanks for the video. I'm about to buy another portable washer, as i live in an RV. I had my first one for about 2-3 years, loved it. Worth the money, and no trips to the laundromat.
I didn't think these were real or would be any good. My girlfriend just suggested buying one and I instantly said no because it didn't sound real. Now I feel very stupid and must apologize now. This will save us money and we won't have to walk to the Laundromat every week now. Thanks for the video gonna recommend this some friends who also have to wash clothes at a Laundromat.
I really needed a portable washing machine, recently a few days ago, my dad gave me my mom’s old washing machine but it was impossible to get it down to my basement and I knew it was impossible. So I really needed a portable washing machine small enough to go down the basement. There is an old washing machine and dry down my basement before I moved in, but for the life of me I don’t know how they get down there and don’t know how to get them out of my house.
I have 2 portable washers one is a larger fully automatic one that hooks up to my kitchen sink and the other one has the twin tub and that spinner really spins out the cloths better then a normal washer but I had to buy a larger one so I could wash my sheets the only down fall to the smaller one is the pump it takes longer to drain then the old one I had that drained by gravity.
I've had the Costway 26lb for about a year. It's quiet unless you unbalance the spinner 🙂 I live in a SMALL upstairs apartment, so I set it on a memory foam bath mat, and my downstairs neighbors don't even hear it run. It's lightweight so when I need it I bring it in the bathroom, load it with a shower hose (see note), and drain it in the toilet. The spinner gets stuff ready to hang to dry pretty well. I have a clothes rack I hang them on to dry, and jeans are dry overnight. You can hang them outside (if you can) in the sun, and they're dry in an hour or two. (note) The clip on sink hose that comes with it is pretty bad, but I have one of those shower heads on a hose. With it next to the tub, I just stick the shower head in it to fill it. WHICH YOU HAVE TO DO MANUALLY... Don't walk away or you might end up with a BIG MESS... This is FAR FROM a normal washing machine, you have to spin after wash, rinse, then spin again (moving items back and forth), but if you don't have washer hook-ups or a drain, it's a HECK of a lot cheaper than dragging your stuff to the laundromat!! Also, this will NOT CONNECT to normal washing machine hook-ups, but you can use hoses into the tub if you have them. You also don't want to put a lot in at one time!! I try to keep it down to 2 pairs of jeans and 2 shirts max. It cleans better that way. Doing whites, same thing, and use less water, the bottom will work as a scrubber (no more racing stripes) 🙂 Best purchase I think I ever made!! Still works great and for under $200, you can't beat it!!
@@mikeh8416reading your review makes me feel better and better about spending the extra money on the Black n Decker 3.0. pretty much all that extra crap that you added on you don't have to do with it because the Black & Decker is pretty much exactly like a regular washer just smaller. I was thinking about going for that cheaper one I am glad I didn't based on your review.
They are SMALLER CAPACITY than a regular washing machine (a LOT smaller). Depending on which size you get, the large one is best if you don't put more than 3 pairs of jeans and 3 or 4 shirts in it. But it ALSO uses less water so you won't be wasting any, but you may have to split loads if you have a lot to do. It's fine for a couple that don't go through a lot of clothes, and even if you DO have a big family it can do light loads to keep you from going to the laundromat as often. Great for doing the undies etc...
Notice how they show you how easy it is to hook up the water input, but they NEVER address the ever aggravating answer to draining the water? The drain hose needs to be on lower ground than the unit. You CAN NOT just happily place this on your kitchen or bathroom floor during drain time.
I haven't yet done any research on portables. Saying that, are these machines loud during the spin cycle? My Apartment has thin walls and would mostly be using the machine in the a.m hours
There is a cheap hose thst connects from the faucet to the unit. You will probably have to buy an adapter. The drain hose comes out the bottom. This is where it gets tricky. The unit has to be higher than the drain hose, so either put the unit in the bathtub or find another way to allow physics to drain the water downward.
I read on another post that someone with another brand put it on a pedestal to facilitate emptying. Perhaps if you raised the drain above the drain line that may help
It should PUMP the water out if you have the selector to "Drain". If it doesn't, you MAY have a lint clog. Mine does that now and then. Take the end of the drain hose (over the tub or sink while in "Drain"), and give it a good blow. Seems to clear it right up!! My lint trap has NEVER caught any lint, but the drain sure has!!
I assume you turn the faucet to hot if you want hot but they didn't go into what the WATER IN setup was like which is my main concern. Anyway, you can get an adapter for the sink faucet to use as the water supply for these modules, sold separately obviously.
Don't, it's kinda pitiful. If you have a shower with a hose sprayer, stick the shower head in the washer to fill it. If you don't have one of those, GET ONE, they're VERY handy (even when taking a shower 🙂)... Put the washer next to your tub/shower and you should reach it just fine.
@@mikeh8416 Agreed! That's exactly the way I fill mine up! The hoses that come with these things are atrociously short, as well as cheap plastic (I guess that helps keep the cost down though). I love mine, and am so happy I don't have to walk over to the laundry room in my apartment complex and spend eight bucks (often more) as well as have to often wait for an empty machine!
@@Juraiprince The length was less of a problem than the connection. It's made to push over a faucet, except it wouldn't stay on, but that's a SMALL annoyance compared to having to go to a laundry mat!! I've had my Costway for just over a year, and wouldn't hesitate ONE SECOND buying another one when this one croaks. It still works great!!
@@Bocmaxima79 I've washed many a whole sheet set at the same time in my Panda. (Top, fitted sheet, and two pillowcases.) It can just handle the sets too.
it is a step up from hand washing...it isn't a washing machine like you are use to. It just is basically for LIGHT clothing. Putting anything heavy from water weight will kill them off fast
Better not try it. I washed my double sized duvet cover and the spinner broke. I used black and decker washer. Tried to call customer service and for parts but is a no for them as it is over the warranty period
These are shit, the wash doesnt get the soap out of your clothes no matter how much you dump buckets of water through it. Those hose is to small to fit on any tap. And these dont drain properly because it has no pressure so you have to have the machine on a small table next to the tub
I’ve had 2 of these. They both worked better than my $600 washer, aside from the limited capacity. They washed better and they spun clothes almost dry enough to wear! Says a lot about how appliance makers are ripping us off.
Which one was better. And what would you change
Which did you have?
@@rotmgWevoulsI need to know to
I ordered a Giantex but received a Costway. I think they're the same basically. Just had it on Tuesday. It's fairly big. Used it in my bathroom. It did the job. I filled it using a bowl from the sink. It's quicker. Then emptied the outlet hose into the sink. It has a pump.
Yes, but some things are different. Like capacity, twin tub, etc. Thank you so much.
@@gadgetbuygear yes, mine is a twin tub.
@@michaellomax2 That's good. 👍
@ATH420_I’ve seen someone on RUclips fill it up with removable shower head. Either way will work.
I have the Costway 20-lb washer with spin-dry compartment. I’ve had it for two weeks and I love it. I set it up next to my utility sink in the garage. I use a garden hose attached to the sink faucet to fill the washer. I can drain the water by holding the short machine drain hose in the sink. My only complaint is the lint fuzzies that are all over the clean laundry. I’ve read that if you add distilled white vinegar to the rinse cycle, this will cut down on the lint. I’ve done one load of laundry adding the vinegar and it did help.
Thanks for your valuable feedback 😊
I got the last one, Cost way 20lbs 7 years ago. My husband and I moved to an apartment complex where only a few units offered washer hookups. We moved in and were put on a waiting list for one of the units with laundry connections. Meanwhile, we used a laundromat. But after 6 months of this, I found out from one of the office employees that the waiting list would probably be 3 - 5 years. And even then, although those units aren't any bigger, they charge $100 more for rent every month, just for the convenience of having the hookups. That's when I told them they could take us off that list and bought the portable washer. It's big enough to wash most our laundry. Twice a year we use the laundromat wash the larger items like comforter and sleeping bags. But the normal stuff, even towels and blue jeans wash and spin dry with no problems. Aerotech now makes a huge 40lbs machine. I'm considering getting that. My Costway still works. I'll either sell it or give it away. I wished I knew about these machines when I was in college.
Thanks for your information.
If you give it away hit me up😂😂😂
I have a panda brand and mine is very quiet. Have had it for 3 years now and still working very good.
Thanks for your comments 😊
wer did u buy?
Thanks for the video. I'm about to buy another portable washer, as i live in an RV. I had my first one for about 2-3 years, loved it. Worth the money, and no trips to the laundromat.
Good luck!
I didn't think these were real or would be any good. My girlfriend just suggested buying one and I instantly said no because it didn't sound real. Now I feel very stupid and must apologize now. This will save us money and we won't have to walk to the Laundromat every week now. Thanks for the video gonna recommend this some friends who also have to wash clothes at a Laundromat.
Thank you!
Will the cost way or the 1st option be able to wash AND dry a queen sized blanket (average blanket;not comforter)?
Yes, you can wash small size blankets.
I doubt it. A queen sized blanket takes up most of the room I my full size front load washer.
No. It won't.
I got the same question
They have a 40lb option for the first one...
I need one for my rv. I recently got rid of my huge place to live on the beach and I am really trying to downsize but laundry is an issue.
Please check the description.
If I were to put this in a rv can I manually fill the water or does it need a direct hook up with constant water flow? (Sink or water tank)
Hi.. you can fill it up in the sink or shower head.
Please check the description.
I really needed a portable washing machine, recently a few days ago, my dad gave me my mom’s old washing machine but it was impossible to get it down to my basement and I knew it was impossible. So I really needed a portable washing machine small enough to go down the basement. There is an old washing machine and dry down my basement before I moved in, but for the life of me I don’t know how they get down there and don’t know how to get them out of my house.
I cant see the links. Where can i buy it?
I have 2 portable washers one is a larger fully automatic one that hooks up to my kitchen sink and the other one has the twin tub and that spinner really spins out the cloths better then a normal washer but I had to buy a larger one so I could wash my sheets the only down fall to the smaller one is the pump it takes longer to drain then the old one I had that drained by gravity.
Please which of these is the quietest? I don't want a noisy one.
I've had the Costway 26lb for about a year. It's quiet unless you unbalance the spinner 🙂
I live in a SMALL upstairs apartment, so I set it on a memory foam bath mat, and my downstairs neighbors don't even hear it run. It's lightweight so when I need it I bring it in the bathroom, load it with a shower hose (see note), and drain it in the toilet. The spinner gets stuff ready to hang to dry pretty well. I have a clothes rack I hang them on to dry, and jeans are dry overnight. You can hang them outside (if you can) in the sun, and they're dry in an hour or two.
(note) The clip on sink hose that comes with it is pretty bad, but I have one of those shower heads on a hose. With it next to the tub, I just stick the shower head in it to fill it. WHICH YOU HAVE TO DO MANUALLY... Don't walk away or you might end up with a BIG MESS...
This is FAR FROM a normal washing machine, you have to spin after wash, rinse, then spin again (moving items back and forth), but if you don't have washer hook-ups or a drain, it's a HECK of a lot cheaper than dragging your stuff to the laundromat!! Also, this will NOT CONNECT to normal washing machine hook-ups, but you can use hoses into the tub if you have them.
You also don't want to put a lot in at one time!! I try to keep it down to 2 pairs of jeans and 2 shirts max. It cleans better that way. Doing whites, same thing, and use less water, the bottom will work as a scrubber (no more racing stripes) 🙂
Best purchase I think I ever made!! Still works great and for under $200, you can't beat it!!
Thanks.
I had a Giantex. It was quiet. The spin cycle was a little loud but not too loud to disturb the average non Karen neighbor.
@@mikeh8416reading your review makes me feel better and better about spending the extra money on the Black n Decker 3.0. pretty much all that extra crap that you added on you don't have to do with it because the Black & Decker is pretty much exactly like a regular washer just smaller. I was thinking about going for that cheaper one I am glad I didn't based on your review.
I made a 'Y' connector to the shower head and easily disconnects and i put the washer in the pantry closet.
5:02 Does this machine have a heating element to heat water ?
Maybe not.
Thank you for your answer
No they do not. You have to run hot from your faucet. Even REGULAR capacity washers don't do that.
@@mikeh8416
Thank you for your answer
just turn on your hot water
pls someone can help me to know if these portable washin machines are weaker/ wash less?
Please watch the full video.
They are SMALLER CAPACITY than a regular washing machine (a LOT smaller). Depending on which size you get, the large one is best if you don't put more than 3 pairs of jeans and 3 or 4 shirts in it. But it ALSO uses less water so you won't be wasting any, but you may have to split loads if you have a lot to do.
It's fine for a couple that don't go through a lot of clothes, and even if you DO have a big family it can do light loads to keep you from going to the laundromat as often. Great for doing the undies etc...
You know, with some pebbles and biochar, you could run the used water through and reuse it.
Do I plug it like a regular appliance in the house?
Yes, most are rated for regular outlets. If you need an extension cord though, get an extension cord that is rated for appliances.
Pls does it use a battery or it uses electric
Electric
@3:16, background center left, you may see The Scream... Thanks for this useful review!
Thanks for the tip!
Notice how they show you how easy it is to hook up the water input, but they NEVER address the ever aggravating answer to draining the water? The drain hose needs to be on lower ground than the unit. You CAN NOT just happily place this on your kitchen or bathroom floor during drain time.
Thanks for your information.
This is an easy solution though. I put mine on 2 crates in my laundry area outside and the hose goes into my grass. Super simple.
@naturallydope247 It is a very good idea. Unfortunately, I live in a snowy climate. Otherwise, I would have done the exact same se up. ❤️
@ Ahh ok that makes sense. I’m the complete opposite in a tropical outside all year climate. My washer drains in my backyard.
@naturallydope247 That's a big plus, especially if you are using natural ingredients for your clothes. Your lawn or garden probably looks great.
for Giantex, if washer is 18 lbs and spin is 8lbs, do I have to do the spin in 2 or 3 times?
Yes
I haven't yet done any research on portables. Saying that, are these machines loud during the spin cycle? My Apartment has thin walls and would mostly be using the machine in the a.m hours
Can't say. You can try one.
If it's balanced, no it's not noisy. If it isn't you'll have to chase it across the floor. Balancing the spinner is IMPORTANT.
So what are the price points
Please check the description.
Around $200 US is a good price point. My Costway 26lb was JUST under $200 last year. They may have gone up a bit.
How do you fill and drain it
There is a cheap hose thst connects from the faucet to the unit. You will probably have to buy an adapter. The drain hose comes out the bottom. This is where it gets tricky. The unit has to be higher than the drain hose, so either put the unit in the bathtub or find another way to allow physics to drain the water downward.
Thanks for your information.
my washer side won't drain does the hose need to be lower like gravity empty ?
I read on another post that someone with another brand put it on a pedestal to facilitate emptying. Perhaps if you raised the drain above the drain line that may help
It should PUMP the water out if you have the selector to "Drain". If it doesn't, you MAY have a lint clog. Mine does that now and then. Take the end of the drain hose (over the tub or sink while in "Drain"), and give it a good blow. Seems to clear it right up!! My lint trap has NEVER caught any lint, but the drain sure has!!
Does anyone washer spark wen it’s on wash mode
Please check the description.
so all of it is COLD WATER? No temperature settings?
I assume you turn the faucet to hot if you want hot but they didn't go into what the WATER IN setup was like which is my main concern. Anyway, you can get an adapter for the sink faucet to use as the water supply for these modules, sold separately obviously.
You can use warm water, just turn your faucet.
I wish i knew about these when i was living in my apartment
That's good.
How do you connect the hose to the washing machine
Please check the description below.
Don't, it's kinda pitiful. If you have a shower with a hose sprayer, stick the shower head in the washer to fill it. If you don't have one of those, GET ONE, they're VERY handy (even when taking a shower 🙂)... Put the washer next to your tub/shower and you should reach it just fine.
@@mikeh8416 Agreed! That's exactly the way I fill mine up! The hoses that come with these things are atrociously short, as well as cheap plastic (I guess that helps keep the cost down though). I love mine, and am so happy I don't have to walk over to the laundry room in my apartment complex and spend eight bucks (often more) as well as have to often wait for an empty machine!
@@Juraiprince The length was less of a problem than the connection. It's made to push over a faucet, except it wouldn't stay on, but that's a SMALL annoyance compared to having to go to a laundry mat!!
I've had my Costway for just over a year, and wouldn't hesitate ONE SECOND buying another one when this one croaks. It still works great!!
@@Juraiprinceft Cy
my washing machine is not working, is just stopped what should I do?
Contact the company.
Did not mention whether the machine can run on 12 or 24VDC?
If you are trying to put it in an RV just use an inverter.
Thanks for your valuable feedback 😊
Are they all comes with the dryer feature?
DO THEY COME, not ARE THEY ALL COMES. Correct English.
@@mjremy2605 Thank you so much for correcting my English sir. I will certainly look into the grammar one more time.
@@mjremy2605relax. You seem to understand what he was saying. Just answer the question if you have an answer. If not move on
I’ve been looking into buying a portable washer and dryer. You would have to buy a dryer separately or maybe consider hanging your clothes to air dry
@@lesliegarciaperez26 thank you so much for the heads up
Which one’s the cheapest
Please check the description.
How about posting prices with the machines.
The prices show on screen
Please check the description.
can you wash a queen size comforter in any of these
Unfortunately, these portable machines can't handle comforters.
@@Bocmaxima79 They Will handle queen sized sheets though.
@@TheBubbaclaw Yep, from what I read, you'd want to wash only one at a time
@@Bocmaxima79 I've washed many a whole sheet set at the same time in my Panda. (Top, fitted sheet, and two pillowcases.) It can just handle the sets too.
it is a step up from hand washing...it isn't a washing machine like you are use to. It just is basically for LIGHT clothing. Putting anything heavy from water weight will kill them off fast
Will any of the portable washers handle king size sheets?😊
Better not try it. I washed my double sized duvet cover and the spinner broke. I used black and decker washer. Tried to call customer service and for parts but is a no for them as it is over the warranty period
I feel like the first one would turn into a hamper
Choose another.
All of these currently unavailable 🤦🏼
Only the US is available.
Bettye Island
another ai slop video with no actual reviews
These are shit, the wash doesnt get the soap out of your clothes no matter how much you dump buckets of water through it. Those hose is to small to fit on any tap. And these dont drain properly because it has no pressure so you have to have the machine on a small table next to the tub
Try 1/4 cup of delicate woolite scented liquid soap.
Thanks for your comments 😊
Are they really work ?
Yes.