Hamilton Beach 2.0 cu. ft. Top Load Portable Washer

I love this little washing machine so far. I started using it as soon as I got it installed. I have it hooked up permanently with both intake hoses in my washer and dryer space, so I can't speak to how it works when you hook it up to a sink or tub faucet. It was pretty easy to hook up. My biggest issue was getting the old hoses off and moving the huge washing machine out. Once we wrestled that the new Hamilton Beach portable washing machine was simple to hook up. I feel like, for a small family like mine it is perfect. I have washed six pairs of pants and several t-shirt and 4 pairs of mens underwear and had no issues. I have washed a load of towels and wash clothes, which tend to be heavy when wet. I washed all of our throws. I can put 2 at a time in and it washes and spins fine. So for 2 or 3 people I think this is a great choice. It operates fairly quietly. You can hear the water sloshing the clothes around, but when I am in another room it isn's loud enough to be very noticable. Here are a couple of things to note. Don't over fill it and pay attention to the washer settings. For fuller loads I put it on large and heavy. That fills the water level above the clothes so they get tossed around good and come out nice and clean. The instructions will tell you that you have to use powered laundry detergent. I use liquid without any problems and I pour it directly on the clothes. But, make sure you get a liquid detergent that says it is high efficency (HE). Many brands are either HE or make a version that is now. They are made to not product as much suds while still cleaning your clothes well. I use Purex 4 in 1. It works wonderfully, no stains, no smell. Another thing is, you don't have to use as much. If you used a full cap in a full sized washer you can probably cut that in half, depending on the size of your load. Overall, I think this little washer was a great investment. The price point is really good when you compare it to a full sized washer. It works great, I was able to install it, and I can move it myself if I ever have to.