Equator EW826 and ED 852 Washer Review
Our verdict
The Equator EW826 and ED852 stacked laundry centre bundles a 1.6 cu ft front-load washer with a ventless dryer into a 21.85 x 23.5 inch footprint, priced at $1,649. Twenty-nine reviews at 4.3 stars is a small but positive signal. The unit makes most sense where floor space is the hard constraint and a separate washer and dryer simply cannot fit.
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Studio apartments, converted closets, or small condos where you need both washing and drying capability and cannot dedicate more than about 22 x 24 inches of floor space to laundry.
Skip if
Skip if you need to wash more than about 8 to 10 pounds per load, if your budget is under $1,000, or if you can fit a standard-width pair of machines. The capacity and price are real constraints for anything beyond one or two people.
- Capacity 1.6 cu ft
- Load type Front Load
- Form factor Stacked Laundry Centre
- Cycles 7
- Spin speed 1400 RPM
- Operation Automatic
- Priced 279% above the category median ($434.99 across 24 tracked models)
- Capacity of 1.6 cu ft - smaller than 77% of the 24 models we track
- Cycles of 7 - lower than 75% of the 24 models we track
Our scorecard
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Owner rating4.3/5
4.3 average across 29 owner ratings
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Value for money0.0/5
$1031 per cubic foot, above the category median
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Popularity1.9/5
29 owner reviews, fewer than most models here
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Storage space1.4/5
1.6 cu ft, compact for this category
The overall score is owner satisfaction weighted by how many reviews back it, so a high rating from few reviews counts for less. The bars below show where this model stands against the other portable and full-size washers and dryers we track in this category on price, popularity and size. Context, not marks against it, and our read of the data, not a lab test.
Specifications
- Capacity
- 1.6 cu ft
- Load type
- Front Load
- Form factor
- Stacked Laundry Centre
- Cycles
- 7
- Spin speed
- 1400 RPM
- Operation
- Automatic
- Controls
- Touch
- Drum
- Stainless Steel
- Smart
- Not Smart Home Compatible
- Color
- White
- Dimensions
- 21.85 X 23.5 X 33.5 In
- Weight
- 208.0 lb
- Voltage
- 110 Volts
Overview
The Equator EW826 and ED852 is a stacked washer-dryer unit that keeps a full laundry solution within a 33.5-inch-tall, 21.85 x 23.5-inch floor footprint. The EW826 washer delivers a 1.6 cu ft drum with a 1400 RPM spin speed, which is high for a unit this compact. A faster spin means clothes exit the washer holding less water, which cuts time in the connected ED852 dryer. The dryer uses a ventless condensation system, so there is no external duct needed, making installation practical in apartments without laundry venting.
Seven wash cycles cover the basics: normal, heavy duty, delicate, and quick wash among them. Touch panel controls and a stainless steel drum are quality inclusions. The machine runs on 110V, removing the need for a 240V circuit that many apartments lack.
At $1,649 and 208 pounds, this is not a casual purchase. The capacity is half or less that of a full-size washer, so frequent small loads are the expected workflow rather than one large weekly batch. For a single person or couple who do small loads two or three times a week, that pattern is workable. Twenty-nine reviews at 4.3 stars suggests buyers in that situation are generally satisfied, though the sample size is too small for firm reliability conclusions.
Pros
- Combines washer and ventless dryer in a 21.85 x 23.5 inch floor footprint
- 1400 RPM spin speed is high for this capacity class, reducing dryer load
- 7 cycles for different fabric types, including delicate and heavy duty
- Ventless condensation dryer needs no external duct
- Stainless steel drum is durable and gentle on fabrics
- Standard 110V operation, no special wiring required
Cons
- 1.6 cu ft capacity limits loads to roughly 8 to 10 pounds per cycle
- $1,649 price is significant for the capacity provided
- 208 lb weight makes installation a two-person job and relocation impractical
- Only 29 reviews, which is a small basis for reliability conclusions
- Washer and dryer cannot run simultaneously
Performance notes
The 1400 RPM spin is the engineering highlight of this unit. At that speed, clothes leave the wash cycle with considerably less moisture than they would at 800 to 1000 RPM, which is where most compact washers operate. That directly shortens the dryer cycle, which matters in a ventless condenser dryer where heat output is lower than a vented 240V model. The condensation dryer removes moisture by cooling humid air inside the drum and collecting the water, which it pumps to a drain. This works reliably but produces some heat and humidity in the surrounding room. Seven cycles give useful variety without overwhelming the touch panel. The stainless steel drum in the washer holds up better over years of use than plastic and resists the odor buildup common in front-load machines that are not regularly cleaned. At 208 pounds and 33.5 inches tall, the unit is permanently positioned wherever it is installed.
What buyers say
Twenty-nine reviews at 4.3 stars is a limited but encouraging sample. The rating suggests most buyers who purchased this unit are satisfied with its performance in the space-saving role it fills. Zero recent purchases recorded is consistent with a niche product that sells at a measured pace rather than broad consumer volume. Given the price and the specific use case, the buyer pool is inherently narrow. Anyone in that pool, such as a condo dweller with a dedicated utility closet but no vent access, is likely to find this unit a practical fit based on the current rating pattern.
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Frequently asked questions
Does the Equator ED852 dryer require an external vent?
No. The ED852 uses a ventless condensation system that collects moisture internally and drains it away. There is no need to run ductwork to an external wall, which makes it suitable for apartments and rooms without vent access.
Can the washer and dryer run at the same time?
No. The EW826 washer and ED852 dryer are stacked into a single footprint but operate as separate units that share a power connection. You run one at a time. Finish the wash cycle first, then transfer clothes to the dryer above.
What is the warranty on the Equator EW826 and ED852?
Warranty terms are not confirmed in available product data. Standard industry coverage for stacked laundry units in this price range typically includes one year on parts and labor. Verify current warranty terms with the seller before purchasing.