Costway 24961 20 lb Twin Tub Washer vs Costway GYJ25-78 1.5 cu ft Dryer

Last updated: November 9, 2026

The Costway 24961 20 lb Twin Tub Washer rates 3.1 among twin-tub washers compact laundry machines; the Costway GYJ25-78 1.5 cu ft Dryer rates 2.4 among compact dryers ones. The Costway 24961 20 lb Twin Tub Washer costs $70 less ($149.99 vs $219.99).

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Costway 24961 20 lb Twin Tub Washer vs Costway GYJ25-78 1.5 cu ft Dryer

Scores 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 weightCostway 24961 20 lb Twin Tub WasherCostway GYJ25-78 1.5 cu ft Dryer
Overall rating3.1/52.4/5
Value 40%60 $12.50 per lb ($149.99, 12 lb)10 $40 per lb ($219.99, 5.5 lb)
Performance 20%90 1,300 RPM spin6 850 W heater
Convenience 25%0 manual timers, no drain pump (some features not published)60 stainless steel drum, 4 drying modes
Warranty 15%33 1-year warranty33 1-year warranty

Specifications

Costway 24961 20 lb Twin Tub WasherCostway GYJ25-78 1.5 cu ft Dryer
Capacity
Load capacity12 lb5.5 lb
Spinner load8 lb-
Drum size-1.5 cu ft
Performance
Spin speed1,300 RPM-
Power300 W850 W
Voltage110 V120 V
Noise-44 dB
Build and control
TypeTwin-tub washerTumble dryer
Tub or drum-Stainless steel
Programs or modes-4
Water temperatureHot and cold-
Exhaust-Vented
Weight29 lb37.3 lb
Warranty
Warranty1 year1 year

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