

Not all washers include hoses and adapters, so you may need to purchase some minor parts separately.

Additionally, you’ll need a place to drain the wash water and the proper adapters to hook up to the faucet (for electric-powered ones). Most washers run on 120 volts, but there are some non-electric options on the market. If you plan on toting the washer with you to campgrounds or hotels, opt for a smaller model or a medium washer with wheels. One of the benefits of a portable washer is that you dont need a hookup the same way you would with a regular washing machine. While these washers qualify as portable, some of them are very heavy. If you do choose a washer without a spin-dry, you may want to consider purchasing a spinner or portable dryer separately. This means you’ll be hand-wringing the water out of the clothes, and they’ll take more time to dry (particularly if you don’t have an outdoor clothing line) than the washers that have a spin dry.
SMALL PORTABLE WASHING MACHINE MANUAL
The more affordable washers (and manual washers) often do not have a spin-dry option. Also consider what types of clothing you wash the most frequently, as larger items, like towels and blankets, may not fit the smaller portable washers. TOP LOAD COMPACT CLOTHES CLEANER - For small household with limited space and minimal laundry loads, this top loader machine is a good solution.

Some portable washers can only fit a few small articles of clothing while others can handle the equivalent of a standard, small to medium-sized load. What to Consider When Shopping for a Portable Washing Machine Washing Capacity If you don’t have an electric hookup, the Lavario Non-Electric Portable Washing Machine is a great choice for going off-grid. The Magic Chef Compact Top Loader is our top pick overall for its sturdy, more traditional design and larger capacity.
