How much laundry does it hold?

About 5.5 pounds, roughly a few shirts, a small load of underwear or one set of workout clothes. It is not sized for bedding or family loads.

Does it spin-dry clothes?

No. It washes and drains, but there is no spin cycle, so clothes come out wet and need wringing or hanging.

Where does the water drain?

Through a drain hose you route into a sink, tub or bucket. It does not need a permanent plumbing hookup.

Can I use it in an RV?

Yes. It is built for RV use and runs on a standard outlet, though check your RV's power and water limits for the load.

Does it need hot water?

No. You fill it manually with water at the temperature you want, so you control the wash heat.

How does it compare with a twin-tub portable washer?

It is smaller and simpler, with one tub and no separate spinner. Twin-tub models hold more and spin-dry, but take up more space.

What do buyers say about the Costway Portable 5.5-Pound Mini Electric Washing Machine?

Rated 4.6 out of 5 from 1,400 ratings.

Costway Portable 5.5-Pound Mini Electric Washing Machine

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$65.99at WalmartChecked Nov 9

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Costway Portable 5.5-Pound Mini Electric Washing Machine

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Last seen at $65.99 at Walmart on Nov 9.

Our take on the Costway Portable 5.5-Pound Mini Electric Washing Machine

The Costway Portable Mini Electric Washing Machine is a 5.5-pound top-loading washer with an impeller instead of an agitator. It is small enough to sit on a counter or in a closet and runs on a standard outlet, so it suits apartments, dorms, RVs and anyone washing small loads by hand. Compared with twin-tub portables, it skips the separate spin tub and takes up less floor space, but it holds less and has no built-in drying. Owners rate it well for light loads and quick washes.

Best forApartment and dorm dwellers without a laundry hookupRV and camper ownersWashing small loads of delicates or workout clothesPeople who hand-wash and want to stop

Pros

Compact footprint fits counters, closets and RV bays
Light enough to move and store between uses
Simple top-load impeller wash with a short cycle
Runs on a normal household outlet
Low water use per load

Cons

5.5-pound capacity means small loads only
No spin-dry cycle, so clothes come out wet
Impeller is gentle on dirt but not on heavy stains
Drain hose must be routed to a sink or bucket
Not a substitute for a full-size washer for a family

Costway Portable 5.5-Pound Mini Electric Washing Machine prices at every store

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Costway Portable 5.5-Pound Mini Electric Washing Machine price history

Lowest price we've seen: $65.99 on Nov 9 at Walmart. Tracked across 1 store since Nov 9.

What reviewers say

4.6 / 51,400 ratings

Owners rate it 4.6 out of 5 across about 1,400 ratings and mostly praise it for small loads, easy setup and a small footprint. Complaints center on the small drum, weak spin and wet clothes after the cycle.

What people mention

SizeMixedOwners like the small footprint but say the drum holds less than they expected.
SpinCriticisedReviewers say there is no real spin cycle and clothes come out very wet.
SetupPraisedBuyers describe hookup and first use as quick and simple.
CleaningMixedLight and delicate loads come out clean, but heavy stains need pre-treatment.
NoisePraisedOwners find it quiet enough to run in an apartment.

Specifications

Loading Method: Top-loading
Finish: Gray
For RV: Yes
Top Load Washing Mechanism: Impeller
Power Source: Electric
Height: 20.1 inches high
Width: 13.4 inches wide
Depth

Questions and answers

How much laundry does it hold?: About 5.5 pounds, roughly a few shirts, a small load of underwear or one set of workout clothes. It is not sized for bedding or family loads.
Does it spin-dry clothes?: No. It washes and drains, but there is no spin cycle, so clothes come out wet and need wringing or hanging.
Where does the water drain?: Through a drain hose you route into a sink, tub or bucket. It does not need a permanent plumbing hookup.
Can I use it in an RV?: Yes. It is built for RV use and runs on a standard outlet, though check your RV's power and water limits for the load.
Does it need hot water?: No. You fill it manually with water at the temperature you want, so you control the wash heat.
How does it compare with a twin-tub portable washer?: It is smaller and simpler, with one tub and no separate spinner. Twin-tub models hold more and spin-dry, but take up more space.
Where is the Costway Portable 5.5-Pound Mini Electric Washing Machine cheapest?: At Walmart, for $65.99, as of our latest check.
What do buyers say about the Costway Portable 5.5-Pound Mini Electric Washing Machine?: Rated 4.6 out of 5 from 1,400 ratings.