Costway Portable Washing Machine 5.5lbs
- Capacity: 5.5 pounds
- Operation Mode: Manual
- Cycle Options: Drain, Spin
- Item Weight: 12.1 pounds
Last refreshed Jun 19, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A workable stopgap washer for small loads in a space without hookups, but one that needs active supervision throughout.
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ASIN: B074R7GK8VModel: 23104-CYWHCategory: Portable Washers
Overview
A compact 5.5 lb capacity portable washer with a separate spin dryer basket, a rotary timer control, a drain tube, and a clear lid, built for spaces without full-size laundry hookups like RVs, dorms and apartments.
This is a manual two-step machine rather than a fully automatic one. It does not shut off water by itself while filling, so it needs to be watched, and clothes must be transferred by hand from the wash tub to the spin basket. Several long-term users, including a full-time RV dweller, describe it as reliable for small loads when actively supervised.
- 5.5 lb wash capacity
- Rotary timer, up to 10-minute wash and 5-minute spin
- Separate wash tub and spin basket
- Includes a drain tube for emptying
Who it's for
Fits apartment or RV dwellers without hookups who wash small loads and don't mind hands-on operation. Not a fit for anyone expecting a hands-off, fully automatic wash-to-dry cycle or planning to wash bulky items like jeans in volume.
Pros and cons
- Compact enough for a closet or small bathroom
- Simple rotary timer for wash and spin
- Works well for light loads like masks, socks or a few days of clothing
- Useful backup while a full-size washer is being repaired
- Does not auto-stop when filling with water, requires supervision
- Spin basket can vibrate and shift during the spin cycle
- Only handles small loads, a single pair of jeans can fill it
- Spin drying can be inconsistent from load to load
Specifications
| Brand | Costway |
|---|---|
| Model | 23104-CYWH |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 12.1 poundslower than 86% of 37 portable washers |
| Item Depth | 13.5 incheslower than 96% of 48 portable washers |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Capacity | 5.5 poundslower than 94% of 37 portable washers |
| Cycle Options | Drain, Spin |
| Number of Standard Cycles | 1 |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Voltage | 110 volts |
| Construction & materials | |
| Laundry Appliance Drum Material | Polypropylene |
| Material Type | Polypropylene |
| Color | Blue |
| Finish Types | Plastic |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Installation Type | Countertop |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Included Components | Drain Hose, Draining Basket, Inlet |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | 6 months |
| Other details | |
| Operation Mode | Manual |
| Access Location | Top Load |
| Control Type | Knob |
| Number of Programs | 2 |
| Display | LCD Or LED |
| Additional Features | Portable |
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Frequently asked questions
Does the Costway mini washer stop filling with water by itself?
No, per the manufacturer's own note it does not auto-stop, so it needs to be watched while filling.
Is the Costway GT-23104-CYWH fully automatic?
No, it is a manual two-step machine. Wash and spin are separate tubs and clothes must be transferred by hand between them.