Costway 24961 20 lb Twin Tub Washer vs Magic Chef MCSDRY35W 3.5 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 Magic Chef MCSDRY35W 3.5 cu ft Dryer rates 3.0 among compact dryers ones. The Costway 24961 20 lb Twin Tub Washer costs $228.01 less ($149.99 vs $378).

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Costway 24961 20 lb Twin Tub Washer vs Magic Chef MCSDRY35W 3.5 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 WasherMagic Chef MCSDRY35W 3.5 cu ft Dryer
Overall rating3.1/53.0/5
Value 40%60 $12.50 per lb ($149.99, 12 lb)24 $29.08 per lb ($378, 13 lb)
Performance 20%90 1,300 RPM spin50 heater power not published (neutral score used)
Convenience 25%0 manual timers, no drain pump (some features not published)90 stainless steel drum, 4 drying modes, senses dryness and stops
Warranty 15%33 1-year warranty0 warranty not published, scored as none

Specifications

Costway 24961 20 lb Twin Tub WasherMagic Chef MCSDRY35W 3.5 cu ft Dryer
Capacity
Load capacity12 lb13 lb
Spinner load8 lb-
Drum size-3.5 cu ft
Performance
Spin speed1,300 RPM-
Power300 W-
Voltage110 V110 V
Build and control
TypeTwin-tub washerTumble dryer
Tub or drum-Stainless steel
Programs or modes-4
Water temperatureHot and cold-
Senses dryness-Yes
Exhaust-Vented
Weight29 lb-
Warranty
Warranty1 year-

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