For a household that wants twin-tub capacity at a low price.
Amazon $149.99The Costway 26 lb Twin Tub Washer rates 3.3 among twin-tub washers compact laundry machines; the Costway 1700W 3.22 cu ft Dryer rates 3.3 among compact dryers ones. The Costway 26 lb Twin Tub Washer costs $124.50 less ($149.99 vs $274.49).
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For the household that wants the largest drum and strongest heater at a moderate price.
Amazon $274.49Scores side by side
These two sit in different type classes (twin-tub washers and compact dryers), 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 26 lb Twin Tub Washer | Costway 1700W 3.22 cu ft Dryer |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.3/5 | 3.3/5 |
| Value 40% | 78 $8.33 per lb ($149.99, 18 lb) | 38 $20.79 per lb ($274.49, 13.2 lb) |
| Performance 20% | 50 spin speed not published (neutral score used) | 100 1,700 W heater |
| Convenience 25% | 20 drain pump (some features not published) | 40 stainless steel drum (some features not published) |
| Warranty 15% | 33 1-year warranty | 33 1-year warranty |
Specifications
| Costway 26 lb Twin Tub Washer | Costway 1700W 3.22 cu ft Dryer | |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | ||
| Load capacity | 18 lb | 13.2 lb |
| Spinner load | 8 lb | - |
| Drum size | - | 3.2 cu ft |
| Performance | ||
| Power | 280 W | 1,700 W |
| Voltage | 120 V | 120 V |
| Build and control | ||
| Type | Twin-tub washer | Tumble dryer |
| Tub or drum | - | Stainless steel |
| Drain pump | Yes | - |
| Exhaust | - | Vented |
| Weight | 34 lb | 60.6 lb |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty | 1 year | 1 year |