The Costway Giantex Review

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Жыл бұрын

This is the one you never see reviews about. And maybe there's a reason why.
I know this video is almost 40 minutes and WAY too long. I will be eventually put out an edited version. I tried to hard to cover everything about this model and how to use it, but I rambled way too much.
If you have any questions, feel free to ask.

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@tracio.689 7 ай бұрын

I’ve had mine for 3 years now and still works like new. I just love it!

@LifewithPhil_1968 5 ай бұрын

That’s awesome, and encouraging to hear. Thanks!

@LifewithPhil_1968 2 күн бұрын

That's good to know. I haven't used mine in a few months (just because I've been away) but I'm going to start using it again. I'm hoping mine lasts just as long.

@geneedee99 Жыл бұрын

You can wash and spin dry at the same time. If you close the lid it won't splash out. If you put In bathtub you won't have to clean up water. And you can use a shower head to fill instead of heavy buckets.

@LifewithPhil_1968 Жыл бұрын

I was recommended not to do them at the same time so as to not over work the machine. But I can try it. I think I mentioned somewhere that I will be using it in the bathtub. The amount of water on the floor caused by the over spillage really isn't that much. Like... less than a quarter of a cup. But I will still be using it in the bathtub. However, I don't have a removable shower head unfortunately, but I'm planning to get one. I was going to get a larger hose for the sink, but I might just get a removable shower head ... I've wanted one for a long time regardless. :D Thanks for watching and commenting by the way. Cheers!

@geneedee99 Жыл бұрын

Oo yeah just make sure you put the heavier items in bottomi have the Muppet 26 lb washer, had it for 2 years already. Mine is in a extra shower stall we have and I also bought a 3.5 portable dryer.

@geneedee99 Жыл бұрын

Stupid talk to speech makes me sound 🤣🤣 crazy

@LifewithPhil_1968 Жыл бұрын

@@geneedee99 LOL That's okay. I understood what you meant. Thanks for the advice. :D

@whizz282 11 ай бұрын

I got a smaller version costaway 3.6kg load I learnt the hard way done a lot mopping mine in the bath use my shower head to fill it up a lot faster I brought it to fill the gap until I can get a decent washing machine see how it goes

@derekwebster8442 Жыл бұрын

I just purchased the 26 lb version almost 2 weeks ago and I think it's incredible. It's 18 pounds in the washing compartment and 8 pounds in the spinner. You can do wayyyyyy more clothes than that. It holds a lot comfortably. Put it in the tub and use a detatchable shower head to fill it up for the wash and rinse cycle. I used the bucked method the first time, and never again, lol. Close the lid and it shouldn't splash out unless yours has a small crack somewhere. Use a little less detergent next time. You had a ton of suds. I promise you, the more you use it, the faster you'll get. Also, you can pump fresh water in the spin area as you're spinning. That's what the inlet is for, just don't drain at the same time. My Costway/Giantex say's NOT TO RUN THE SPINNER while it's draining so I never do it either, although in a lot of KZfaq videos people are spinning and draining. Paid $190 US and I feel like I already got my money's worth.

@joltjolt5060 Жыл бұрын

If I don't drain while spinning, the spin bucket gets flooded?

@derekwebster8442 Жыл бұрын

@@joltjolt5060 NO! The water still comes out without using the drain feature. I turn to drain after I'm done spinning. That's what my washer says to do. Draining the wash compartment while spin drying is also a major no-no.

@LifewithPhil_1968 11 ай бұрын

@@derekwebster8442 Yes, absolutely correct! In fact, the spin cycle on mine already starts draining. You don't have to switch to drain while it's spinning. The "drain" cycle on the dial is for draining the wash tub only. When I turn on the spinner, I leave the dial on "standard" and the machine will automatically drain any liquid coming from the spinner.

@MsSparklesNGlitter 5 ай бұрын

I wish they had these when I was living in a skyrise apartment building, I was on the 20th floor and the laundry room was all the way down to the basement. I am glad to see this newer version has a pump to drain the water. With previous models so many were putting their machine in the bathtub and that honestly scared me having the electrical cord possibly touching water. Great review.

@LifewithPhil_1968 Ай бұрын

To be honest I'm a big concerned with how long the pump will last. I've heard people saying they got a model with a pump and it stopped working after a year (or it gets clogged). Mine is still working thankfully. Some people put the machine on plastic milk cartons beside the tub and let it drain over the side into the bathtub.

@mikeh8416 7 күн бұрын

@@LifewithPhil_1968 I've had mine right at 2 years, and (recently started) when the water is almost completely gone the pump starts to grind. For what I paid, and for what it's saved me over going to the laundromat, I'm NOT complaining. It's MORE than paid for itself, so I bought a new one (coming in the next couple days). I'd TRIED a different brand 30lb (looks like costway but it WASN'T) and it wouldn't drain AT ALL, the spinner sounded like an 18 wheeler missing gears, and IT LEAKED. I've THOUGHT about simply removing the drain pump and letting it sit in my tub to gravity drain, but I'll gladly pay the $135 for a new one to avoid the hassle.

@mamat1213 Жыл бұрын

Great review, I’m glad I’m in the portable washer algorithm lol. Your place looks fine btw! Tysm

@LifewithPhil_1968 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much. I might do an update video in a few months after I've given it about 6 months of use. It's holding up fairly well.... maybe some concerns with the pump, but otherwise it's doing great. I actually do it in the washroom now so I can drain it directly right into the bathtub. (I had to buy a removable shower head to fill the washer). Thank you again... I feel like my place looks so cluttered. LOL

@tennamurfett7158 Жыл бұрын

I like your video. Your demo was great and informative. The machine seems good for t-shirts, undies, small hand towels and pj's and maybe a pair of joggers. My bank has a 2 roll of quarters limit ... 🤔you'd think they were making the quarters themselves. I need a portable washer, looking at the tube videos helps me to make a decision. Good luck. 👍🏻

@LifewithPhil_1968 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much. Yes, all those items it's definitely good for, but just can't do large loads. I can even still do a couple of bath towels and even a bed sheet. I like this machine because it's slightly bigger than the one that's most commonly reviewed, but there is still one or two models larger (but I've ever seen them reviewed). I recommend also going to Amazon, look at the different models listed, and read through the reviews. I hope you find one that suits your needs... and saves you quarters! LOL Cheers!

@Southphxgal2023 Жыл бұрын

I got the one without the pump plus I bought a better hose to hook up to faucet. Then I bought a dolly with wheels which I was able to push it out of the way. I’m able to put the drainage hose into my walk in shower and so far it’s been going great. I also start the machine add soap then put the clothes in then I know how much it can take. 40 minutes to wash 1 load

@LifewithPhil_1968 Жыл бұрын

After I made this video, I bought a hose extension for the sink, but I also bought a removable shower head, so now I just do it in the bathroom. I was thinking about getting wheels, but it's so light I can just lift it and move it. I think my machine pump is slowly losing its pressure so I might have to eventually get something to raise it so I can drain it over the tub. Lately I started adding the soap after I start the machine.

@judis9184 Жыл бұрын

@@LifewithPhil_1968Thank you for sharing! Do you have a link for the faucet extension? Thanks!

@judis9184 Жыл бұрын

A dolly sounds like a great idea! Much better than always having to lift it. Where’d you get your dolly? Thanks!

@LifewithPhil_1968 11 ай бұрын

@@judis9184 The hose extension itself I just got off Amazon, but it still wouldn't attach properly to my faucet. So I went to Home Hardware and someone recommended an attachment that fit perfectly. If I put in an Amazon link, it'll go to the Canadian page. But, this is what I got... (it's since gone up a couple of dollars) 😕 LDR Industries 504 1300 Garden Dehumidifier Drain Hose, 5ft, Green Rubber Finish, 5 feet. Hope that helps.

@judis9184 11 ай бұрын

@@LifewithPhil_1968 I really appreciate your response. I’ll check out the link. If it doesn’t work then I’ll try Home Depot. Thanks!

@catjyasolis2513 25 күн бұрын

1.) Add a matt or rug to base to catch water 2.)Drape a towel over lid to address water escaping 3.) For get the built in lint filter you have. Buy a pair of baby /infant sox and attach to drain hose with rubber band.

@mikeh8416 7 күн бұрын

It's the lint getting into the pump that causes problems. (I know, I'm pretty sure that's what killed mine). I'm gonna try cutting scrubber sponges to put in the machines "lint catcher", since it never seemed to EVER catch any.

@LifewithPhil_1968 2 күн бұрын

Thanks so much for the advice. I never thought about draping a towel over top. I'm going to totally try that now. I'm also going to try your idea for the link trap. LOL I have a matt to go under it now. Cheers!

@LifewithPhil_1968 2 күн бұрын

@@mikeh8416 This is a concern of mine too. I'm trying to find a cleaner that I can run through it that might clear it out.

@user-jn9pf6wb3f 19 күн бұрын

Thank you for your video , good to learn more , wish you always the best ,

@LifewithPhil_1968 2 күн бұрын

Thank you for the kind comment. Cheers! :D

@nancyrosendahl5616 5 ай бұрын

Thanks for heads up on not having the drain on when spinning the clothes. I just got a Costway for Christmas and used it for the first time today and did that because I couldn’t find any instructions on the part of the machine. I also couldn’t figure out the fill lines! I can’t get my filter out of machine, in very tight! Thanks for your information!

@LifewithPhil_1968 5 ай бұрын

You’re very welcome. I’m glad I could help. It took me a while to figure some things out. There was one sheet of instructions that weren’t very clear. So some of what I learned was just looking on line and watching lots of KZfaq videos. LOL That filter was in REALLY tight for me too, I thought I had broken in when it finally popped out. Make sure it’s really snapped back in tight when you put it back. Hope you get lots of use out of your machine. 👍🥳

@kickadams8908ass 5 ай бұрын

All of the manual work. my Black & Decker, 0.9 Cubic ft.³ portable washing machine is asking whyyyyy?

@LifewithPhil_1968 Ай бұрын

I guess because it's smaller and cheaper. Eventually I'd love to get that model though. I might in another year or so if it saves effort and I can still move it around my apartment.

@laundrylover9349 Жыл бұрын

I have one of these in storage in the shed bought it as a temporary machine in lockdown when mine was broken couldn’t afford a new automatic and needed some way to wash my hospital uniforms and all the other laundry created it works brilliantly even 3 years later now I don’t rely on this machine solely I have since had a new automatic machine but this comes out when It breaks down or I’m over run with laundry or if i just feel like doing laundry like my gran did

@LifewithPhil_1968 11 ай бұрын

They're really handy that way. I keep hearing about them breaking down after a year or two, but I think if you don't use it daily or weekly they last longer.

@laundrylover9349 11 ай бұрын

@@LifewithPhil_1968 very true I mean they aren’t a patch on the old twin tubs but it is handy when the main machine breaks down

@zat_chu 3 ай бұрын

I do online banking as well, but when needed i go to my bank and get whatever I need, so I don't understand your difficulty in getting the change you need for change washing and drying. For me to wash and dry in my building is 7 dollars. I love the machine and I use it while i am doing other things. I find it very convenient as opposed to spending 7 dollars. My building uses a card that you load you money on to.

@LifewithPhil_1968 Ай бұрын

I'm in Canada and I use Tangerine bank which is strictly on-line banking. There's no "brick and mortar" building. When I've tried using a different bank, they give me an awkward hassle just to get a roll of loonies, and I don't know why. I was just getting so frustrated. I've been pressuring my building management to get a card system for laundry machines instead of making change all the bloody time!

@geneedee99 Жыл бұрын

You can put more clothes in spin dryer just push down and more fit it actually works better when filled up.

@LifewithPhil_1968 Жыл бұрын

Ok, I"ll try it. I've been somewhat cautious with it because I've heard of people over filling it and then breaking it. Do you also have this particular model?

@joltjolt5060 Жыл бұрын

@@LifewithPhil_1968mine only last about a year and half

@LifewithPhil_1968 Жыл бұрын

@@joltjolt5060 Oh that's a shame. I'm worried about how long mine will last. I need it to last a couple of years. I'm trying to be gentle with it tho.

@roxannevan1503 11 ай бұрын

I’m not seeing what model or size machine you have. What is it? Thanks for a good realistic review.

@LifewithPhil_1968 11 ай бұрын

Thank you so much. They don't seem to have names for the sizes. There is a model number (it's the big red number on the box at the very start of my video) but when you do a search on Amazon, you won't find it by the model number. If you're looking on Amazon, the one I have is the only one with the grey bottom. It comes with either a blue or dark grey lids on the top. From what I have found, the one I have is the 2nd largest in the Costway line. I've only seen one Twin Tub that is bigger than mine. But really, when it comes down to it, they hold pretty close to the same amount.

@joltjolt5060 Жыл бұрын

Get a shower hose, put it next to your tub or toilet, it'll hold a lot more clothes.

@LifewithPhil_1968 Жыл бұрын

Already done! After I did this video I bought a shower hose. It's so much better. I do my laundry in the bathroom now.

@nancyclark271 11 ай бұрын

Mine isn't exactly like this bcuz it's gravity drain but you can't hold the connector pipes to the hole to rinse as well as wash. Works nice.

@nancyclark271 11 ай бұрын

Can hold

@nancyclark271 11 ай бұрын

My spinner needs more than 1 item or it'll knock and bang no matter how our balance it. I guess they're kind of like us- all different even if they are supposed to be exactly the same.

@nancyclark271 11 ай бұрын

This is the only way I have to wash. I don't work tho so I have time

@donnamaco1 Жыл бұрын

Does the machine continue to splash even if the lid is closed?

@LifewithPhil_1968 Жыл бұрын

It does unfortunately. The lid doesn't make a seal so the spinning motion throws the water up the side and goes over the edge. But the water is also is going under the plastic lip that goes around the edge. Fortunately there isn't that much. By the time it's done, the amount of water splashed is less than a quarter cup.

@marycolmenar1633 11 ай бұрын

How do you remove the filter to clean it? I am helping my aunt to figure it out.

@LifewithPhil_1968 11 ай бұрын

Do you have the same model as mine? Mine is a bit tricky and in fact it threw me off for a bit. Mine is the first one of the Costway line that doesn't have a cloth filter (although it probably should have). There's a little flat bendable piece at the top of the filter put push down on so it pops out. But putting it back in was frustrating because it "snapped" in place but would come out when I ran the wash. I found out later I have to push it in further until it "snaps in" a 2nd time. Let me know if that helps. Maybe I'll do a little video short to show.

@marycolmenar1633 11 ай бұрын

Yes, my aunt does have the same model.@@LifewithPhil_1968

@marycolmenar1633 11 ай бұрын

Thank you for the info! A video about the filter will be awesome.@@LifewithPhil_1968

@NeonMosfet 5 күн бұрын

Use a shower wand or the sink sprayer

@LifewithPhil_1968 2 күн бұрын

After I made this video I did just that! I had to install a new hand held shower head. It really does make a huge difference. Cheers!👍

@ArtCreatorsChannel Жыл бұрын

The washing machine review at along last!!

@LifewithPhil_1968 Жыл бұрын

And it lasts long! LOL It's almost 40 minutes. I could've spent time editing it down more, but I really just don't have the time. But I might either re-edit it later, or I'll do an update video in a few weeks.

@tamihill4229 Жыл бұрын

Love the video

@tch5528 10 ай бұрын

I like this❤❤❤❤❤

@LifewithPhil_1968 10 ай бұрын

Thank you so much!

@monanolen4066 11 ай бұрын

So how many gallons of water do they hold max???

@LifewithPhil_1968 11 ай бұрын

Unfortunately I could not find out how much water it holds. The listing only said a maximum wash of 13.2 pounds. (8.8 dry) There are markers for a low, medium and large wash but I never fill it up the the large line. You have to allow room for clothes. I would recommend reaching out to Costway and see if they can tell you exactly how much water it can hold. Sorry I can't tell you more.

@monanolen4066 11 ай бұрын

@@LifewithPhil_1968 how many buckets did you use and what size were the buckets? Unfortunately I can't find even a general idea either. And I've looked at several. Still debating.

@LifewithPhil_1968 11 ай бұрын

@@monanolen4066 Sorry for the late reply. This isn't my main account. The bucket I used in the video was just a standard mop bucket (sticker on the bucket says 1 US qt, or 10.4 L). I think to make a medium load about 6 buckets full. But since this video I have a new shower head attachment that is attached to a hose. So now I use my washer in the bathroom next to the tub. This is basically good if you just need to wash a few simple clothes. (a few shirts, couple of pants, etc...) There are different sized machines (there's just one that I've found that's bigger than mine in the Costway line) but the amount they hold is pretty similar.

@monanolen4066 11 ай бұрын

@@LifewithPhil_1968No big deal ! Thanks for the update. I hadn't given it any more thought. Working on other things. Always something

@LifewithPhil_1968 11 ай бұрын

@@monanolen4066 No problem. I had loads of questions when looking for one of these, and it took me 6 months before deciding on one... and life is just busy. :)

@kitcatmeeow571 Жыл бұрын

Manuel vs Automatic Portable Washing Machine Comparison @16:37 to 20:02 (she talks about the frustrating ineffeciency of the gravity drainage & pools of water left in the bottom of the machine being a breeding ground for fungus and knats etc. @TaliaWarrenDesigns kzfaq.info/get/bejne/qsVgos50l93Vkp8.html

@LifewithPhil_1968 11 ай бұрын

Thank you I'll check that out!

@kitcatmeeow571 Жыл бұрын

Enjoyed your video considering buying one, but still unsure of which one is best for my needs. Very few of them post the RPM Motor stats nor do they mention whether or not they have wheels attached. Ty vm for your review. 🫠

@LifewithPhil_1968 11 ай бұрын

Thank you. When I looked on Amazon SOME of them will list the RPM but not all. I would try contacting the company and ask. Costway is usually pretty good for getting back with info like that. Regarding wheels, the majority of them don't. I've never seen a twin tub that has them. But they are quite light. When it's empty it's so easy to lift. But filled with water, I don't think lifting it would be safe. I've heard a lot of people just getting a dolly.