Before the pandemic hit, I never knew portable washers existed.
Then my good friend caught COVID-19, and she suspects it was at a New York laundromat.
When I panicked and researched alternatives to laundromats, I discovered the wide world of portable washing machines.
What are portable washing machines?
Portable washing machines are small enough to store in a closet or corner when not in use.
Do they actually work?
The short answer is yes, portable washing machines work, but they usually require that you do too!
Doing laundry in a portable machine requires more effort on your end.
What to look for in a machine.
“Seventy percent of electricity in normal washers comes from the water setting.
A cold wash obviously uses less electricity than hot.”
Water usage is also an important consideration in terms of conservation.
“The greenest option for sustainability is using water from the tap.”
I also recommend looking at the size of the washing drum and how many clothes it can hold.
The larger the drum, the fewer washes you will need to do.
How to use a portable washer.
Again, the major difference between portable and regular washers is that they usually require more physical labor.
Although it’s not a difficult process, there is a learning curve.
This is the washer I use.
It also has a detergent dispenser and adjustable legs.
Magic ChefCompact 0.9 cu.
PandaCompact Washer 1.6 cu.
Avanti22-inch Top Loading 2.0 cu.
ft. Portable Washer($404.97)
The bottom line.
Though these machines require a bit more effort on your end, they tend to work just as well.
