Have you ever thought of washing machines a little bit differently? If you’re living alone or a small space dweller and your feet become heavy every time you need to drop by the dobi. Well, the portable machine is made for you.
A portable washing machine is a cloth cleaning device that does not need a permanent water line connection like the regular washing machine. It is small and easy to use. You just need to hook it up to a faucet and start to wash. Also, a portable washing machine can wash up to 3 to 4 days of one person’s laundry. The most important thing is you don’t need to handwash all your clothes.
No doubt. A portable washing machine is worth investing in. Here, I have compiled a list of Malaysia’s top 10 portable machines in 2023.
1. Pensonic
Pensonic semi-auto washing machine equipped with two tubes — washing tube and air dry tube, making your laundry chore easier. Also, it has a total of 3 functions: wash-timer, wash-drain selector, and spin timer. Plus, the maximum washing time is 15 minutes. So, you can clean all your clothes fast yet clean.
Specifications:
- Product Weight: 18kg
- Product Dimension: 735 x 430 x 845 mm
- Supported Weight: 6 kg
- Power Consumption: 320W
- Country of Origin: Malaysia
Pros & Cons:
✅ Air dry function.
✅ Three program selections.
✅ Large capacity.
❌ Not Foldable.
Price: RM369.15
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
2. Khind
Khind foldable washing machine is made out of baby silicone material and anti-water leakage. Also, this foldable washing machine is 100% safe to wash baby clothing as it has an anti-bacteria ion that prevents bacteria growth in the machine. The most important thing is it’s foldable and can bring it along with your trip.
Specifications:
- Product Weight: 2.2kg
- Product Dimension: 285 x 285 x 248mm
- Supported Weight: 0.2kg
- Power Consumption: 10W
- Country of Origin: Malaysia
Pros & Cons:
✅ Affordable.
✅ Lightweight and easy to carry.
✅ Foldable.
❌ Small capacity.
Price: RM189
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
3. Mijia Moyu
Mijia Moyu portable washing machine is capable of washing and spin-drying clothes. Furthermore, you can wash six pieces of underwear and one piece of jeans at once with a 0.8kg capacity. What’s more, this portable washing machine is designed with a buckle to drain the water after you’ve done the washing, making your life easier.
Specifications:
- Product Weight: 2.5kg
- Product Dimension: 292 x 292 x 288 mm
- Supported Weight: 0.8kg
- Power Consumption: 40W
- Country of Origin: China
Pros & Cons:
✅ Foldable.
✅ Easy to carry with the handle.
✅ Includes draining basket.
❌ Higher price range.
Price: RM499
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
4. 4.5kg Capacity Washing Machine
The portable washing machine above can fit in 4.5kg of clothes at once. Even though the size of this washing machine is small, the driving force is strong enough to clean and eliminate the stains on your clothes. Rotates the power knob clockwise to wash your clothes while turning it anti-clockwise to dehydrate your clothes.
Specifications:
- Product Weight: 4.8kg
- Product Dimension: Not Stated
- Supported Weight: 4.5kg
- Power Consumption: 260W
- Country of Origin: China
Pros & Cons:
✅ Large capacity.
✅ Affordable.
✅ Quiet mode.
❌ Unfodable.
Price: RM89.90
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
5. 3kg Mini Laundry Machine
The 3kg mini laundry machine above is equipped with two function knobs: washing modes and washing timer, making it easy to use. Also, you can wash two to three days of dirty laundry per person at once. What’s more, this cylinder-shaped design makes it easy to store and space-saving.
Specifications:
- Product Weight: 4.5kg
- Product Dimension: 35cm x 36cm x55cm
- Supported Weight: 3-5kg
- Power Consumption: 190-250W
- Country of Origin: China
Pros & Cons:
✅ Large capacity.
✅ Able to wash clothes with hot and cold water.
✅ 3 washing modes.
✅ Affordable.
❌ Unfoldable.
Price: RM125
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
6. MINI
The supported weight of MINI washing machine is 4.5kg, which means you can wash three pairs of underwear, three short sleeve shirts, and one pair of pants together at a time. What’s more, it’s equipped with blue sterilized light. So, this portable washing machine can turn your dirty laundry to clean and bacteria-free clothes.
Specifications:
- Product Weight: 5kg
- Product Dimension: 295 x 295 x 460mm
- Supported Weight: 4.5kg
- Power Consumption: 350W
- Country of Origin: China
Pros & Cons:
✅ Large capacity.
✅ Long cord.
✅ Sterilize function.
❌ Unfoldable.
Price: RM159
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
7. Ultrasonic Washing Machine
Unlike other portable washing machines, this ultrasonic washing machine does not come with a body. All you need is to place it on the side or bottom of your bucket and turn it on. Plus, it comes in a 30 minutes washing mode and auto-turn off. So, it can deep clean your clothes while saving your money and energy.
Specifications:
- Product Weight: 5kg
- Product Dimension: 10 x 5.5cm
- Supported Weight: less than 1 kg
- Power Consumption: 6W
- Country of Origin: China
Pros & Cons:
✅ Small size and best for travelling.
✅ Convenient.
✅ Smart auto-turn off mode.
❌ Small supported weight.
Price: RM30.66
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
8. DEKE
DUKE is a washboard-like portable washing machine, but it can work well in any shape and size of water pails. First, put all your dirty clothes, detergent, and this portable washing machine inside the pail. Then snap on the fixing port and switch on the switch. After 15 minutes, you’ll have your clean clothes again.
Specifications:
- Product Weight: 2.5kg
- Product Dimension: 44.3 x 16.4 x 17.6 cm
- Supported Weight: 3 kg
- Power Consumption: 150W
- Country of Origin: China
Pros & Cons:
✅ Easy storing.
✅ Convenient.
✅ Large support weight.
❌ Big power consumption.
Price: RM169.00
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
9. Rongshida
Rongshida portable washing machine comes in blue light sterilize function to kill all the unseen germs and built-in ozone sterilization that can cover clothes 360° after dissolving in water. So, all the clothes can be deep cleansed and sterlilize effectively. All in all, it’s a multi-functional portable washing machine.
Specifications:
- Product Weight: 1.6kg
- Product Dimension: 295 x 300 x 240mm
- Supported Weight: 8 pairs of socks, or 5 underwear, or a T-shirt
- Power Consumption: 25W
- Country of Origin: China
Pros & Cons:
✅ Small size and easy storing.
✅ Touchscreen monitor board.
✅ Blue light sterilize function.
✅ Built-in ozone sterilization.
❌ Small supported weight.
Price: RM299.40
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
10. 8L Mini Washing Machine
The 8L mini washing machine can wash up to 8L clothes in low power consumption. Also, this portable washing machine does not come in a body yet works fine in any washing pail. Plus, it will shut down automatically after 30 minutes. So, no need to worry about overwashing or the device is overheating.
Specifications:
- Product Weight: Not Stated
- Product Dimension: 240 x 300mm
- Supported Weight: 8 L
- Power Consumption: 18W
- Country of Origin: China
Pros & Cons:
✅ Small size and easy storing.
✅ Large supported weight.
✅ Low power consumption.
❌ Small supported weight.
Price: RM299.40
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
So, after scrolling through the list, did any portable washing machine hit the right note with all your needs? All in all, a portable washing machine is perfect for the one who lives in a small area where every square meters count, wants to save cost and concerns about our mother Earth.
Here’s the checklist you need to look over before buying a portable washing machine.
- Models
There are a few models of portable washing machines — double-tube, foldable, and portable washing machines without the body. So, ensure to choose wisely based on your needs.
- Power Consumption
If you buy a portable washing machine to save electric costs, make sure you choose the lower power consumption device. However, it does not mean the device will have a small capacity and have a weak driving force.
- Supported weight or capacity
The third point is the most crucial point for buying washing devices. If you’re living alone or just looking for one device to wash your underwear and socks, you can go for a small capacity. In contrast, if you need it for a three-day dirty laundry, it’s better to go for a big one.
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