Does it need to be plumbed in?

No. It fills from a hose attached to a tap and drains through a hose into a sink, standpipe or bucket. You do need a tap nearby and a place for the drain hose.

How much laundry fits in 1.5 cu. ft.?

Roughly a small load: a few shirts, a set of bedding or a baby's laundry. It is not sized for a family's weekly wash.

Does it heat its own water?

No. It uses the water from your tap, so wash temperature depends on your supply. Choose a warm or hot tap setting for heavier soil.

How does it compare with a Black+Decker portable washer?

Both are twin-hose portables with a drain pump and similar capacity. Costway's owner ratings are notably lower, so check reliability feedback before choosing between them.

Can it be built into a counter or cabinet?

It is a freestanding portable unit, not a built-in appliance. Leave clearance around it for the hoses and lid.

What comes in the box?

The washer, an inlet hose with a tap connector and a drain hose. Check that the connectors match your tap before setup.

What do buyers say about the Costway Full-Automatic Washing Machine 1.5 Cu.Ft?

Rated 1.9 out of 5 from 41 ratings.

Where can I buy the Costway Full-Automatic Washing Machine 1.5 Cu.Ft?

3 stores we checked sell it, including Best Buy, The Home Depot, Target.

Costway Full-Automatic Washing Machine 1.5 Cu.Ft

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Costway Full-Automatic Washing Machine 1.5 Cu.Ft

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$299.99at TargetChecked 4 h ago

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Lowest price today: $299.99 at Target (checked Nov 10, 2026).
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Our take on the Costway Full-Automatic Washing Machine 1.5 Cu.Ft

The Costway Full-Automatic Washing Machine is a portable top-load washer with a 1.5 cu. ft. drum, electronic controls and a built-in drain pump. It is aimed at renters, small apartments, dorms and RV owners who lack a laundry hookup, and it fills from a tap and drains into a sink or standpipe. Against compact rivals like the Black+Decker and Giantex portables it offers similar capacity and wash programs, but owner ratings are low, with complaints about spin performance, durability and water use. Buy it as a light-duty backup for small loads, not as a replacement for a full-size washer.

Best forRenters without a laundry hookupSmall apartments, dorms and RVsWashing small loads of delicates or baby clothesBackup laundry for a second floor or cabin

Pros

Portable design needs only a tap and a drain point
1.5 cu. ft. drum handles small to medium loads
Electronic controls with multiple wash and spin settings
Built-in drain pump empties into a sink or standpipe
Energy Star certified

Cons

Low owner ratings, with frequent complaints about reliability
Weak spin leaves clothes wetter than expected
Small capacity means frequent loads for a household
Hoses and fittings reported as flimsy by some owners
No heating element, so it relies on the tap water temperature

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Costway Full-Automatic Washing Machine 1.5 Cu.Ft price history

Lowest price we've seen: $299.99 on Nov 10 at Target. Tracked across 3 stores since Nov 10.

What reviewers say

1.9 / 541 ratings

Owner feedback is poor overall. Many say it washes small loads acceptably at first but develops problems with the pump, spin cycle or leaks within months. A minority find it fine for light use in an apartment.

What people mention

Spin performanceCriticisedOwners say the spin cycle is weak and clothes come out much wetter than from a full-size machine.
DurabilityCriticisedSeveral report pump or motor failures and leaks within months of regular use.
Build qualityCriticisedHoses, fittings and the plastic body feel flimsy to many owners.
SetupPraisedBuyers find it quick to hook up to a kitchen or bathroom tap.
CapacityMixedIt suits small loads, but households find themselves running many cycles.

Specifications

Capacity (Volume): 11 gallon
Industry Or Government Certifications: Energy Star Certified
Control Type: Electronic
Load Type: Top Loading
Power Source: Electric
Energy Guide Label Required: ENERGYGUIDE LABEL REQUIRED
Color: White, GraySource

Questions and answers

Does it need to be plumbed in?: No. It fills from a hose attached to a tap and drains through a hose into a sink, standpipe or bucket. You do need a tap nearby and a place for the drain hose.
How much laundry fits in 1.5 cu. ft.?: Roughly a small load: a few shirts, a set of bedding or a baby's laundry. It is not sized for a family's weekly wash.
Does it heat its own water?: No. It uses the water from your tap, so wash temperature depends on your supply. Choose a warm or hot tap setting for heavier soil.
How does it compare with a Black+Decker portable washer?: Both are twin-hose portables with a drain pump and similar capacity. Costway's owner ratings are notably lower, so check reliability feedback before choosing between them.
Can it be built into a counter or cabinet?: It is a freestanding portable unit, not a built-in appliance. Leave clearance around it for the hoses and lid.
What comes in the box?: The washer, an inlet hose with a tap connector and a drain hose. Check that the connectors match your tap before setup.
Where is the Costway Full-Automatic Washing Machine 1.5 Cu.Ft cheapest?: At Target, for $299.99, as of our latest check.
What do buyers say about the Costway Full-Automatic Washing Machine 1.5 Cu.Ft?: Rated 1.9 out of 5 from 41 ratings.
Where can I buy the Costway Full-Automatic Washing Machine 1.5 Cu.Ft?: 3 stores we checked sell it, including Best Buy, The Home Depot, Target.

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