Does it need to be hooked up to plumbing?

No permanent plumbing is needed. You fill it from a faucet or bucket and the built-in pump drains the water into a sink, tub or floor drain.

How much laundry fits in the 12 lb drum?

About a small to medium load: a few days of clothes for one person or a couple of towels and shirts. It is not sized for bedding or family loads.

Does it spin clothes dry?

It has a spin cycle, but the spin is gentler than a full-size washer, so clothes come out damp and need air drying or a dryer.

Can I choose the water temperature?

There is no hot-water inlet. Wash temperature depends on the water you fill it with, so you control it at the tap.

Is it Energy Star certified?

Yes. It is Energy Star certified and draws around 310 W during the wash cycle.

It fits in dorms, apartments, RVs and cabins. Place it on a level surface within reach of a sink or drain for the drain hose.

Costway Portable Washing Machine with 8 Water Levels and 10 Washing Programs

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Costway Portable Washing Machine with 8 Water Levels and 10 Washing Programs

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Last seen at $279.99 at Target on Nov 10.

Our take on the Costway Portable Washing Machine with 8 Water Levels and 10 Washing Programs

The Costway Portable Washing Machine is a full-automatic top-loader with a 12 lb drum, 10 wash programs and 8 water levels. It stands out for its built-in drain pump, automatic imbalance adjustment and Energy Star rating, which make it usable in tight spaces without manual draining. It suits renters, dorm students and small households washing light to medium loads. Against rival portable washers, it offers more cycle choice and a stainless steel honeycomb tub, but its 19-inch footprint and 33.5-inch height still need a dedicated spot near a sink or drain.

Best forApartment and dorm dwellers without a laundry hookupSingles and couples with light to medium loadsRenters who want automatic drainingSmall spaces like RVs and cabins

Pros

Full-automatic operation with built-in drain pump
10 wash programs and 8 water levels for flexible loads
Energy Star certified with modest 310 W wash draw
Stainless steel honeycomb drum is gentle on fabrics
Automatic imbalance adjustment reduces shaking
Clear lid and LED display make cycles easy to follow

Cons

12 lb capacity is small for families or bedding
Needs a nearby sink or drain for the drain hose
Top-load lid limits stacking and under-counter use
Spin speeds are modest, so clothes stay damp
No hot-water inlet, so wash temperature depends on what you pour in

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Costway Portable Washing Machine with 8 Water Levels and 10 Washing Programs price history

Lowest price we've seen: $279.99 on Nov 10 at Target. Tracked across 1 store since Nov 10.

What reviewers say

4.4 / 550 ratings

Owners rate it well overall, praising its automatic draining and cycle variety for the size. Complaints center on damp clothes after spinning and the space needed around it.

What people mention

DrainingPraisedOwners like that the built-in pump drains automatically instead of requiring manual emptying.
ProgramsPraisedReviewers value the range of wash programs and water levels for different load sizes.
Spin drynessCriticisedSome owners say clothes stay noticeably damp after the spin cycle.
FootprintMixedThe compact size suits small homes, but some find it takes more floor space than expected.
SetupMixedHooking up the drain hose is simple for some and awkward for others depending on the space.

Specifications

Washer Capacity: 12 lbs
Depth: 19 in
Height: 33.5 in
Width: 19 in
Energy Star Certified: Yes
Wash Cycles: 10 programs
Cycle Options: Spin
Wash Cycle Count

Questions and answers

Does it need to be hooked up to plumbing?: No permanent plumbing is needed. You fill it from a faucet or bucket and the built-in pump drains the water into a sink, tub or floor drain.
How much laundry fits in the 12 lb drum?: About a small to medium load: a few days of clothes for one person or a couple of towels and shirts. It is not sized for bedding or family loads.
Does it spin clothes dry?: It has a spin cycle, but the spin is gentler than a full-size washer, so clothes come out damp and need air drying or a dryer.
Can I choose the water temperature?: There is no hot-water inlet. Wash temperature depends on the water you fill it with, so you control it at the tap.
Is it Energy Star certified?: Yes. It is Energy Star certified and draws around 310 W during the wash cycle.
Where can I put it?: It fits in dorms, apartments, RVs and cabins. Place it on a level surface within reach of a sink or drain for the drain hose.
Where is the Costway Portable Washing Machine with 8 Water Levels and 10 Washing Programs cheapest?: At Target, for $279.99, as of our latest check.
What do buyers say about the Costway Portable Washing Machine with 8 Water Levels and 10 Washing Programs?: Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 50 ratings.