Costway 24961 20 lb Twin Tub Washer
For an RV or dorm that wants a simple twin tub at $150.
Amazon $149.99$149.99
The Costway 24961 20 lb Twin Tub Washer rates 3.1 among twin-tub washers compact laundry machines; the Black+Decker BPWM16W 1.7 cu ft Washer rates 2.9 among automatic washers ones. The Costway 24961 20 lb Twin Tub Washer costs $199 less ($149.99 vs $348.99).
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Black+Decker BPWM16W 1.7 cu ft Washer
#14 in Automatic washersFull review
For a couple in an apartment who wants hot water and a stainless tub from a known brand and will pay for it.
Amazon $348.99$348.99
Scores side by side
These two sit in different type classes (twin-tub washers and automatic washers), and each is scored against the reference points for its own class, so a rating says how well each does among its own type peers. How we rank explains each factor.
| Factor weight | Costway 24961 20 lb Twin Tub Washer | Black+Decker BPWM16W 1.7 cu ft Washer |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.1/5 | 2.9/5 |
| Value 40% | 60 $12.50 per lb ($149.99, 12 lb) | 20 $31.73 per lb ($348.99, 11 lb) |
| Performance 20% | 90 1,300 RPM spin | 50 spin speed not published (neutral score used) |
| Convenience 25% | 0 manual timers, no drain pump (some features not published) | 69 fully automatic, stainless tub, 6 programs (some features not published) |
| Warranty 15% | 33 1-year warranty | 33 1-year warranty |
Specifications
| Costway 24961 20 lb Twin Tub Washer | Black+Decker BPWM16W 1.7 cu ft Washer | |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | ||
| Load capacity | 12 lb | 11 lb |
| Spinner load | 8 lb | - |
| Drum size | - | 1.7 cu ft |
| Performance | ||
| Spin speed | 1,300 RPM | - |
| Power | 300 W | - |
| Voltage | 110 V | 120 V |
| Build and control | ||
| Type | Twin-tub washer | Automatic washer |
| Tub or drum | - | Stainless steel |
| Programs or modes | - | 6 |
| Water temperature | Hot and cold | Hot and cold |
| Weight | 29 lb | 70.5 lb |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty | 1 year | 1 year |