For a household that wants twin-tub capacity at a low price.
Amazon $149.99The Costway 26 lb Twin Tub Washer is the better compact laundry machine overall, rated 3.3 to 2.7. The Costway 26 lb Twin Tub Washer leads on value.
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For a first portable washer where price is the main concern.
Amazon $149.99Which should you buy?
- Choose the Costway 26 lb Twin Tub Washer for value ($8.33 per lb ($149.99, 18 lb) vs $12.50 per lb ($149.99, 12 lb)).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every twin-tub washers compact laundry machine; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Costway 26 lb Twin Tub Washer | Giantex EP21684 20 lb Twin Tub Washer |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.3/5 | 2.7/5 |
| Value 40% | 78 $8.33 per lb ($149.99, 18 lb) | 60 $12.50 per lb ($149.99, 12 lb) |
| Performance 20% | 50 spin speed not published (neutral score used) | 50 spin speed not published (neutral score used) |
| Convenience 25% | 20 drain pump (some features not published) | 0 manual timers, no drain pump (some features not published) |
| Warranty 15% | 33 1-year warranty | 0 warranty not published, scored as none |
Specifications
| Costway 26 lb Twin Tub Washer | Giantex EP21684 20 lb Twin Tub Washer | |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | ||
| Load capacity | 18 lb | 12 lb |
| Spinner load | 8 lb | 8 lb |
| Performance | ||
| Power | 280 W | - |
| Voltage | 120 V | - |
| Build and control | ||
| Type | Twin-tub washer | Twin-tub washer |
| Drain pump | Yes | - |
| Weight | 34 lb | 28 lb |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty | 1 year | - |
