Costway 1700W 3.22 cu ft Dryer
For the household that wants the largest drum and strongest heater at a moderate price.
Amazon $274.49$274.49
The Costway 1700W 3.22 cu ft Dryer rates 3.3 among compact dryers compact laundry machines; the Costway 24961 20 lb Twin Tub Washer rates 3.1 among twin-tub washers ones. The Costway 24961 20 lb Twin Tub Washer costs $124.50 less ($149.99 vs $274.49).
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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
Scores side by side
These two sit in different type classes (compact dryers and twin-tub 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 | Costway 24961 20 lb Twin Tub Washer |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.3/5 | 3.1/5 |
| Value 40% | 38 $20.79 per lb ($274.49, 13.2 lb) | 60 $12.50 per lb ($149.99, 12 lb) |
| Performance 20% | 100 1,700 W heater | 90 1,300 RPM spin |
| Convenience 25% | 40 stainless steel drum (some features not published) | 0 manual timers, no drain pump (some features not published) |
| Warranty 15% | 33 1-year warranty | 33 1-year warranty |
Specifications
| Costway 1700W 3.22 cu ft Dryer | Costway 24961 20 lb Twin Tub Washer | |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | ||
| Load capacity | 13.2 lb | 12 lb |
| Spinner load | - | 8 lb |
| Drum size | 3.2 cu ft | - |
| Performance | ||
| Spin speed | - | 1,300 RPM |
| Power | 1,700 W | 300 W |
| Voltage | 120 V | 110 V |
| Build and control | ||
| Type | Tumble dryer | Twin-tub washer |
| Tub or drum | Stainless steel | - |
| Water temperature | - | Hot and cold |
| Exhaust | Vented | - |
| Weight | 60.6 lb | 29 lb |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty | 1 year | 1 year |