Panda Portable Washing Machine
- Portable Washer
- Push button
- Stainless Steel
- Stainless Steel
- Better rated than 87%
- More reviewed than 92%
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How it ranks among the 63 portable washers we track
4.5★ across 3,000 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
3,000 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
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Overview
A 1.38 cu ft top-load portable washer with a stainless steel drum and built-in drain pump, sized for apartments, dorms, and RVs. It runs on a standard 110V outlet and connects to a kitchen faucet with the included adapter.
- 1.38 cu ft / 10 lb capacity
- 8 wash programs, delay start, child lock
- Built-in drain pump
- Faucet adapter and hoses included
Who it's for
Renters, RV owners, or anyone without in-unit laundry who needs a compact, plumbed-in washer for a bathroom or kitchen. Less suited to households needing to wash bulky loads or who plan to roll it across carpet regularly.
What buyers say
From Amazon customer reviews.
Multiple owners report years of reliable, quiet use in small apartments, with strong drainage that leaves clothes barely damp before drying. Complaints center on the caster wheels, which struggle on carpeted floors and often prompt buyers to add a separate dolly, and on the quick-wash cycle, which skips a second rinse and can leave soap in clothes if too much detergent is used; the spin cycle is also described as aggressive enough to wrinkle cotton items.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Rear wheels struggle on carpet
- Quick-wash skips a second rinse
- Spin cycle can wrinkle cotton fabrics
Specifications
| Brand | Panda |
|---|---|
| Model | PAN638MH1 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 44 pounds |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 18.2 × 18.5 × 33 inches |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Cycle Options | Bulky, Delicates, Heavy Duty, Normal, Spin |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Voltage | 110 volts |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material Type | Stainless Steel |
| Finish Types | Stainless Steel |
| Color | White |
| Included components | |
| Included Components | Drain Hose, Power Cord |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | 1 year |
| Other details | |
| Control Type | Push button |
| Additional Features | Child Lock, Delay Start |
| Item Type Name | Portable washing machine |
| Access Location | Top Load |
How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in portable washers.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Panda Portable Washing MachineThis product | 4.5 / 5 | 3,000 | 4.3 / 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 |
| Auertech Portable Washing MachineAuertech | 4.2 / 5 | 1,800 | 4.0 / 5 |
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Questions about the Panda PAN638MH1
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
Can the Panda PAN638MH1 hook up to a kitchen faucet?
Yes, it includes a standard-size faucet adapter for direct hookup, along with separate hot and cold water inlet hoses for a permanent connection.
Does the quick-wash cycle rinse twice?
No, reviewers report the quick-wash setting only runs one rinse, so using less detergent helps avoid soap residue.
How much laundry does this washer hold?
It's rated for up to 10 lbs per load in its 1.38 cu ft stainless steel drum.