Speed Queen Washing Machine Reviewed

Much to my distress, 10 years ago I was forced to replace my dependable washing machine because parts were no longer available for repairs.  I absolutely hated the washing machines that were available at that time.  They didn't had agitators in the center and were like deep buckets.  I couldn't reach the bottom of most of the interior tubs, therefore my choices were even more limited.

The washing machine I purchased was the only one I could actually lean into to get the clothes out.  While I doubt any of them would have been any better, I hated that machine.  The clothes always smelled musty and didn't seem to get as clean.  I started using Clorox 2 in every load, which helped, but I still hated the machine.  It took forever for a load to wash!  Still, I had bought it, so I was stuck with it.

Finally, about 3 months ago (after 10 very long years), that stupid washing machine started leaking, only slightly, but I was able to say: Oh, good!  Time for a new washing machine!  

This time, I invested in a Speed Queen washing machine, in-spite of the scary price tag.  But, it had an agitator and excellent reviews!  The Speed Queen came highly recommended by a trusted family member.  So, I took a deep breath and completed the purchase transaction.  

I had to wait 6 weeks for my Speed Queen to be delivered, but it was well worth the wait (and the price).  I started washing clothes immediately and joy of all joys, they came out smelling clean!  Plus, I could easily remove the clothes from the machine, reminiscent of the way washing machines were built decades ago.

Oh, how I have missed a washing machine with an agitator that would actually get our clothes clean.

I cannot personally attest to the machine's longevity, but I am encouraged to hear that many consumers report they will last for 20 years.

My Speed Queen machine is smaller than the one I replaced, but it will wash everything I need washed, including blankets and bedspreads.  Smaller loads, but that is okay with me.  Everything gets clean!

 

Speed Queen Washing Machines

 SPEED QUEEN Home Style Digital Top Load Washer (LWNE22SP115TW01)Check PriceI purchased a different Speed Queen model with dials instead of an electronic control panel, but mine is not currently available on Amazon.  Therefore the one on the right is not my actual machine, but it is fairly comparable.  My machine is not portable like the one featured.

• Stainless Steel Tub    
• Agitator
• Solid Mount Suspension System

I realize I have only had it for 3 months, but thus far, it has been awesome.  The family member that recommended it stated that Speed Queen is the best you can get and I believe that too. 

Speed Queen Washers and Dryers are not available in the big box stores.  We had to find a local store (can be found online: fergusonhome.com)  that supplies home contractors & builders to order the Speed Queen washer.  Thankfully, they work with individuals too.   

 

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Reviewing the Kuppet Mini Clothes Washer

A friend recently gifted me a Kuppet Portable Clothes Washer. This tiny machine is amazing and I am so thankful to have it! If you wash clothes by hand, prefer to wash your clothes at home, live in a small space, want to conserve water, or just try to avoid public laundries at all costs this may be perfect for you too.

The Kuppet portable washing machine

The Kuppet Portable Clothes Washer is everything it advertises and more. It is portable. I place mine in my bathtub for easy use. At only 22 lbs. it is easy to lift in and out of the tub. I am also considering purchasing a small kitchen cart on wheels and use it at the kitchen sink. Either way, I will need to purchase a hose adapter to fill the washer from a faucet, but that's okay. That will be easy enough to do (it comes with a fill hose, but without the faucet adapter I need).

Currently, I place the washer in my tub. I fill it with only the amount of water needed using a small bucket. Thanks to the transparent front of the machine, I can see exactly how much water that is. 

The control panel is on top of the machine. A timer for the wash, a dial to choose drain, and a timer for the spinner. 

I fill the washer side with warm water, soap, and my clothes and set the time.  The agitator moves the clothes well.  It spins in one direction, pauses, and spins in the other direction. I am amazed at how energetically the wash moves.

A small load of 7 shirts and less than

3 gallons of water (compared to the

15 - 30 gallons used in most high-

efficiency washing machines).

After washing, I set the dial to drain. After the water has drained, I refill the wash side with clean water and allow it to rinse. When that cycle has finished, I drain the machine and move the clothes to the spin side.

THE SPIN CYCLE IS AMAZING.  Yes.  I'm yelling. If you've hand washed, you know that it is hard to get the majority of water wrung out of the clothes.  This spinner spins so well that the clothes do not drip at all when you hang them. They are only damp. Some of my thinnest t-shirts are all but dry. They dry after only an hour hanging on the balcony. However, please don't be mistaken as one you-tube reviewer was: this is a spinner - not a dryer. 

At less than $100 this machine will pay for itself in no time (versus $3 loads at a public laundry plus gas, time, and effort). Oh how I wish I had this washer when the kids were young and wore small clothes but had to be changed multiple times through the day! I was lugging their clothes to the laundromat back then. This would have been a wonderful thing to have in that situation.

Finally, I could see that this machine would also be very useful in homes that have a full-sized washer and dryer. At some point, we all have wanted to wash just a couple of items and hopefully we all cringe at the idea of wasting water by running an extremely small load through a full-sized washer. This Kuppet mini clothes washer would be an awesome addition to any residential laundry room for convenience and water savings. 

Note: The cord is relatively short. From the bathtub, it reaches only to the floor just outside of the tub. You will need a 3-prong extension cord if you use you machine in the bathtub. 

 Portable Washing Machine, Kuppet 10lbs Compact Mini WasherCheck Price

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