Intergreat Portable Washer Review
Our verdict
The Intergreat portable washer at $84.99 earns its place in the category with a solid combination of 18 lb capacity, 1300 RPM spin, and 1,900 Amazon reviews averaging 4.1 stars. It asks for semi-automatic effort in return for a price that undercuts most of the competition. For light, regular laundry by one or two people, it delivers consistent results.
Check price on AmazonBest for
Singles or couples in dorms, apartments, or RVs who want a low-cost, semi-automatic portable washer with decent capacity and a faster-than-average spin, and are comfortable transferring clothes between wash and spin tubs manually.
Skip if
Skip if you need a fully automatic machine, plan to wash bulky items like comforters or heavy denim frequently, or want a stainless steel drum for long-term durability.
- Load capacity 18.0 lb
- Load type Top Load
- Installation Freestanding
- Spin speed 1300 RPM
- Operation Semi Automatic
- Controls Push Button
- Priced 50% below the category median ($169.99 across 88 tracked models)
Our scorecard
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Owner rating4.1/5
4.1 average across 1,900 owner ratings
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Popularity4.5/5
1,900 owner reviews, more than most models here
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
- Load capacity
- 18.0 lb
- Load type
- Top Load
- Installation
- Freestanding
- Spin speed
- 1300 RPM
- Operation
- Semi Automatic
- Controls
- Push Button
- Drum
- Plastic
- Smart
- Not Smart Home Compatible
- Color
- Blue
- Finish
- Glossy
- Dimensions
- 13.38 X 22 X 25.2 In
Overview
The Intergreat portable washer is a semi-automatic top loader measuring 13.38 x 22 x 25.2 inches, priced at $84.99. The 18 lb capacity and 1300 RPM spin speed are the standout specs, and at this price they are genuinely competitive. Push-button controls operate a plastic drum in a blue glossy-finish housing. With 18-plus units sold monthly and 1,900 reviews, this machine has established a meaningful user base.
Compare it to the Giantex EP21684 at $149.99: the Giantex holds 20 lb, spins at 1350 RPM, has 15,200 reviews at 4.2 stars, and costs $65 more. That is a real gap, but the Intergreat comes within range on capacity and spin speed at a fraction of the price. The Pyle PUCWM11 at $89.99 has only a 3.6-star average from 174 reviews, making the Intergreat look clearly stronger in that comparison. The Avanti CTW84X0W-IS at $269.44 is a different category entirely.
The semi-automatic workflow is the core constraint. You fill the wash tub manually, run the cycle, drain, and then transfer clothes to the spin basket. The process takes active time but also uses only as much water as you put in, which can be a genuine efficiency advantage. The plastic drum is functional but will show wear faster than stainless steel.
Pros
- Very affordable at $84.99, one of the lowest prices for an 18 lb capacity portable
- 1300 RPM spin speed extracts more water than many budget portables
- 1,900 reviews at 4.1 stars gives solid confidence in performance consistency
- Compact 13.38 x 22 x 25.2 inch footprint fits tight spaces
- 18-plus monthly purchases indicate steady demand
- Semi-automatic design lets you control water use precisely
Cons
- Semi-automatic requires manual clothes transfer between wash and spin tubs
- Plastic drum is less durable than stainless steel and more prone to odor retention
- Push-button controls offer no programmable options or delay-start function
- No smart-home connectivity
- 18 lb limit is insufficient for larger households or bulky bedding
Performance notes
A 1300 RPM spin speed is meaningfully faster than the 800 to 1000 RPM common on cheaper portables. That difference shows up in how wet clothes are when the cycle ends: faster spin extracts more water, which directly reduces drying time. The 18 lb capacity translates to roughly 6 to 8 pounds of typical clothing, adequate for a couple of bath towels or a day's worth of clothes for one person. Push-button controls are simpler to operate consistently than analog knobs but offer no timer customization. The plastic drum will clean clothes effectively but may creak during high-speed spin, and with heavy loads there is some risk of surface scratching over many cycles. Fill and drain via hose and manual process means each load takes active attention, but you control water temperature by choosing your fill source.
What buyers say
With 1,900 reviews averaging 4.1 stars, the Intergreat has developed a meaningful buyer base that provides reasonable confidence in the machine's performance. The rating is lower than the Giantex EP21684's 4.2 stars but notably higher than the Pyle PUCWM11's 3.6 and the Avanti's 3.7. The pattern in reviews for this category typically highlights satisfaction with the low price and compact footprint, while the manual transfer process and plastic drum draw the most complaints. Eighteen-plus monthly purchases indicate this is an active seller rather than a stagnant listing.
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Frequently asked questions
Does the Intergreat portable washer need a permanent water hookup?
No. It uses a manual fill hose that connects to a sink faucet or can be filled directly by bucket. It drains through a separate hose into a sink or tub. No permanent plumbing connection is required.
How much laundry fits in the 18 lb capacity?
About 1 to 2 bath towels, a few pairs of jeans, or a week's worth of lighter clothing for one person. It is well-suited to daily maintenance washing but not to large or heavy loads.
Is the Intergreat portable washer energy efficient?
Semi-automatic machines can be quite water-efficient because you control how much water goes in per load. The machine does not carry an Energy Star rating, but using minimal water per fill is straightforward with this design.