For the household that wants the largest drum and strongest heater at a moderate price.
Amazon $274.49The Costway 1700W 3.22 cu ft Dryer rates 3.3 among compact dryers compact laundry machines; the Black+Decker BPWM20W 2.0 cu ft Washer rates 3.0 among automatic washers ones. The Costway 1700W 3.22 cu ft Dryer costs $145.50 less ($274.49 vs $419.99).
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For a small household that wants a portable washer with real family-size loads and hot water.
Amazon $419.99Scores side by side
These two sit in different type classes (compact dryers 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 1700W 3.22 cu ft Dryer | Black+Decker BPWM20W 2.0 cu ft Washer |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.3/5 | 3.0/5 |
| Value 40% | 38 $20.79 per lb ($274.49, 13.2 lb) | 26 $27.27 per lb ($419.99, 15.4 lb) |
| Performance 20% | 100 1,700 W heater | 50 spin speed not published (neutral score used) |
| Convenience 25% | 40 stainless steel drum (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 1700W 3.22 cu ft Dryer | Black+Decker BPWM20W 2.0 cu ft Washer | |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | ||
| Load capacity | 13.2 lb | 15.4 lb |
| Drum size | 3.2 cu ft | 2 cu ft |
| Performance | ||
| Power | 1,700 W | - |
| Voltage | 120 V | 120 V |
| Build and control | ||
| Type | Tumble dryer | Automatic washer |
| Tub or drum | Stainless steel | Stainless steel |
| Programs or modes | - | 6 |
| Water temperature | - | Hot and cold |
| Exhaust | Vented | - |
| Weight | 60.6 lb | 79.4 lb |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty | 1 year | 1 year |