COSTWAY Portable Washing Machine
- Portable Washer
- 20 pounds
- Knob
- Freestanding
- More reviewed than 79%
A workable twin-tub washer for everyday laundry in tight spaces, with the drain system as the main weak point to watch for over time.
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How it ranks among the 63 portable washers we track
4.2★ across 1,500 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
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Overview
A twin-tub portable washing machine from Costway with a separate 12-pound wash tub and 8-pound spin tub, aimed at apartments, dorms, and RVs without hookups for a full-size washer.
This is a manual twin-tub design, meaning wash and spin happen in separate compartments with separate timer knobs rather than one automatic cycle. It includes inlet and drain hoses for connecting to a sink or floor drain, and its compact footprint is built to tuck into a closet or bathroom corner rather than replace a full laundry setup.
- Twin-tub layout: 12 lb wash side, 8 lb spin side
- 260W wash motor and 140W spin turbine at up to 1300 RPM
- Separate timer knobs for wash and spin
- Includes inlet and drain hoses
Who it's for
Fits someone doing regular loads of everyday clothing in a space without laundry hookups, such as an apartment or dorm. Not the right choice for heavy items like blankets or thick coats, or for anyone wanting a fully automatic single-cycle wash.
What buyers say
From Amazon customer reviews.
Apartment dwellers without in-unit laundry described it as making everyday clothes manageable, with clothes coming out clean and only needing to air dry overnight after spinning. A family of four found it useful but not a laundromat replacement, especially for heavier loads. One reviewer's unit developed a hissing noise and a torn shirt after extended use, and another flagged ongoing issues with the drain system even though the wash side kept working well.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Separate wash and spin tubs with independent timers
- Spin cycle leaves clothes only damp, not dripping
- Compact enough for a closet, bathroom, or dorm corner
- Includes inlet and drain hoses
- Not suited to heavy blankets or thick coats
- Drain system reported as a weak point over time
- Clothes still need air drying after spinning
Performance notes
The wash tub uses a 260-watt motor with a pulsator and the spin tub uses a 140-watt turbine spinning at up to 1300 RPM, run on separate timer knobs so each side can be set independently. Clothes come out damp rather than dry after the spin cycle and need to air dry overnight, and several reviewers found the machine works best for a single person's daily laundry rather than a full family's wash.
Specifications
| Brand | Costway |
|---|---|
| Model | FP11048US |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 15 × 25 × 28.5 inches |
| Item Depth | 15 inches |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Capacity | 20 pounds |
| Cycle Options | Spin |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material Type | ABS, Polypropylene |
| Laundry Appliance Drum Material | Plastic |
| Finish Types | ABS |
| Color | Grey+White |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Installation Type | Freestanding |
| Human Interface Input | Buttons |
| Smart Home Compatibility | Not Smart Home Compatible |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Included Components | 1 x manual, 1 x washing machine |
| Other details | |
| Control Type | Knob |
| Number of Programs | 2 |
| Additional Features | High Efficiency |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Commercial, Residential |
| Access Location | Top Load |
| Operation Mode | Manual |
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How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in portable washers.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| COSTWAY Portable Washing MachineThis product | 4.2 / 5 | 1,500 | 4.0 / 5 |
| Panda Portable Washing MachinePanda | 4.5 / 5 | 3,000 | 4.2 / 5 |
| HAMILTON BEACH RPW302 Portable Washing MachineHamilton Beach | 4.3 / 5 | 1,500 | 4.2 / 5 |
| COMFEE' Portable Washing MachineComfee' | 4.4 / 5 | 8,400 | 4.0 / 5 |
| Giantex Full-Automatic Washing Machine Portable Washer and Spin Dryer 7.7 lbs Capacity…Giantex | 4.2 / 5 | 1,800 | 4.0 / 5 |
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Questions about the Costway FP11048US
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
Does the Costway twin tub washer fully dry clothes?
No, the spin side removes most water but reviewers say clothes still need to air dry overnight afterward.
Can it handle heavy items like blankets or coats?
Reviewers say it is best for everyday clothing like t-shirts and workout gear, not thick blankets or winter coats.
How much can each side hold?
The wash tub holds up to 12 lbs and the spin tub holds up to 8 lbs, run separately with their own timer controls.