Nictemaw Full Automatic Portable Washing Machine 17.8 lb
- Capacity: 17.8 pounds
- Operation Mode: Fully Automatic
- Cycle Options: Drain, Spin
- Item Weight: 47 pounds
Last refreshed Jun 19, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
Small loads wash and spin fine here, but budget time in the first few cycles to watch for the leaks several owners describe.
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ASIN: B08R1VNVJYModel: Washer5472_US_3Category: Portable Washers
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Overview
Nictemaw's portable washer-dryer combo holds about 17.8 lbs (2.4 cu ft) of laundry, running 10 wash programs with a drain pump and glass lid. Built for apartments, dorms and RVs that have no room or hookup for a full-size machine.
- 8 selectable water levels
- Glass lid for monitoring cycles
- 24-hour delay start timer
- Automatic imbalance adjustment
Who it's for
Renters, dorm residents and RV owners without a full-size hookup gain the most from its compact automatic cycle. Households running large, frequent loads, or anyone unwilling to watch early cycles for leaks, are better served by a full-size machine.
Pros and cons
- Automatic wash and spin with end alarm
- Compact enough to roll into a closet
- Quiet enough for apartment use
- 10 programs cover different fabric types
- Leaking from tub or intake valve reported often
- Rinse cycle can leave clothes overly wet
- Small capacity versus full-size washers
- Return shipping reported costly if defective
Performance notes
A single cylinder handles wash and spin separately or back-to-back through the built-in drain pump, with 8 water level choices across 10 programs. An automatic imbalance sensor adjusts the spin if a load sits unevenly, and a 24-hour delay lets you preset a start time.
Specifications
| Brand | Nictemaw |
|---|---|
| Model | Washer5472_US_3 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 47 poundshigher than 75% of 37 portable washers |
| Item Depth | 19 incheslower than 60% of 48 portable washers |
| Depth With Door Open Maximum | 44 incheshigher than 96% of 25 portable washers |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Capacity | 17.8 poundshigher than 56% of 37 portable washers |
| Cycle Options | Drain, Spin |
| Number of Standard Cycles | 10 |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Voltage | 110 volts |
| Construction & materials | |
| Laundry Appliance Drum Material | Plastic |
| Material Type | ABS |
| Color | White Grey |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Installation Type | Freestanding |
| Included components | |
| Included Components | Cover, Drain Hose, Faucet Adapter |
| Other details | |
| Operation Mode | Fully Automatic |
| Access Location | Top Load |
| Control Type | Push Button |
| Number of Programs | 10 |
| Display | LED |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Residential |
| Additional Features | Full Automatic,Lock |
| Item Type Name | Washer5472_US_3 |
Closest rivals on specs
ZenStyle Twin Tub Portable Washing Machine 13 lb- Capacity 17.8 vs 13 pounds (+37%)
- Item Weight 47 vs 28.6 pounds (+64%)
ROVSUN Full Automatic Portable Washing Machine 25 lb- Capacity 17.8 vs 25 pounds (-29%)
Frequently asked questions
How much laundry can the Nictemaw AMB005472_US_3 wash at once?
The honeycomb inner tub is rated for about 17.8 lbs (2.4 cu ft) per load.
Does the Nictemaw portable washer need to be plumbed in?
No, it uses a faucet adapter to fill and a drain pump with hose to empty, so no permanent plumbing is required.