- How much laundry does the 1.7 cu. ft. drum hold?
- It is rated for about 11 lbs, roughly a small to medium load: a few days of clothes for one or two people. Bulky items like a queen comforter will not fit.
- Does it need to be plumbed in?
- No. It fills from a faucet with the included hose and drains into a sink or tub, so it works in apartments without a laundry hookup. You do need a nearby tap and drain.
- How does an impeller washer differ from an agitator model?
- An impeller moves clothes through a low, spinning disc instead of a tall central post. That leaves more room for laundry and is gentler on fabric, but it cleans heavy soil less aggressively.
- Can it be stacked or built in?
- It is listed as stackable and portable, but it is a top-load unit, so stacking means placing it under a compatible dryer or shelf rather than building it into cabinetry.
- Is it Energy Star certified?
- No. It does not carry Energy Star certification, so expect higher water and energy use per pound than a certified full-size washer.
- What cycles does it have?
- Normal, bulky, delicate, heavy and quick wash, plus spin-only and extra rinse options. There is also a pause option for adding forgotten items.
- Where is the BLACK+DECKER 1.7 cu.ft Portable Washer cheapest?
- At Amazon, for $348.99, as of our latest check.
- Where can I buy the BLACK+DECKER 1.7 cu.ft Portable Washer?
- 6 stores we checked sell it, including Amazon, Home Depot, Wayfair, Target, Best Buy.