Borcolo XQB200-GREY9 Portable Washer Review
Our verdict
The Borcolo XQB200-GREY9 is a fully automatic 20 lb portable washer at $329.99. Its 5.0-star average from 3 reviews is an optimistic early reading but too small to be conclusive. At that price you are paying a significant premium over the Giantex EP21684, which offers the same 20 lb capacity for $149.99 with 15,200 reviews. The Borcolo's main selling point is fully automatic operation, which the Giantex does not offer. If that matters enough to justify the price gap, it is a reasonable choice. Otherwise, the math is hard to ignore.
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Buyers who specifically want a fully automatic 20 lb portable washer and are comfortable paying a premium over semi-automatic alternatives that lack automatic fill and drain.
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- Load capacity 20.0 lb
- Load type Top Load
- Installation Freestanding
- Operation Fully Automatic
- Controls Push Button
- Color Grey
- Priced 94% above the category median ($169.99 across 88 tracked models)
- Load capacity of 20.0 lb - larger than 64% of the 88 models we track
Our scorecard
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Owner rating5.0/5
5.0 average across 3 owner ratings
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Popularity0.2/5
3 owner reviews, fewer 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
- 20.0 lb
- Load type
- Top Load
- Installation
- Freestanding
- Operation
- Fully Automatic
- Controls
- Push Button
- Color
- Grey
- Finish
- Grey
- Dimensions
- 22.5 X 22.5 X 36.2 In
- Voltage
- 110 Volts
Overview
The Borcolo XQB200-GREY9 is a top-load portable washer with a 20 lb capacity and fully automatic operation. Fully automatic means it fills from a connected faucet, agitates, rinses, and spins without manual intervention, unlike the Giantex EP21684, which requires you to fill and drain manually. Push-button controls and a grey finish keep the design simple. It runs on 110 volts and measures 22.5 x 22.5 x 36.2 inches, making it one of the larger footprint portables in this review set.
At $329.99, the price is steep relative to what else is available. The Giantex EP21684 at $149.99 shares the 20 lb load rating, and despite being semi-automatic, has earned a 4.2-star average from over 15,000 buyers. The Nictemaw N-washer-5610-NEW offers 2.8 cu ft (roughly 26 to 28 lb equivalent) for $267.99 with 149 reviews at 4.5 stars. The Borcolo has three reviews at 5.0 stars and zero reported last-month purchases.
The 22.5-inch square footprint and 36.2-inch height mean this machine requires dedicated floor space near a water source. Its larger dimensions compared to most portables suggest it may be aimed at buyers transitioning from a full-size machine rather than downsizing from one.
Pros
- Fully automatic fill, wash, rinse, and spin with no manual water management
- 20 lb capacity handles bulky items including comforters and jeans in a single load
- Push-button controls are simple to read and operate
- 110-volt connection works with any standard US household outlet
- Freestanding design requires no permanent plumbing changes
Cons
- 329.99 price is more than double the Giantex EP21684 for the same 20 lb capacity
- Only 3 reviews make it impossible to assess reliability or noise patterns
- 22.5 x 22.5 x 36.2 inch dimensions require more floor space than most portables
- Zero reported last-month purchases signals low market traction
- No spin speed, cycle count, or noise level published in the listing
Performance notes
Fully automatic operation is the primary advantage here over comparably priced semi-automatic rivals. You hook up the fill hose to a faucet, select a cycle, and the machine handles the rest including draining. This is the same convenience you get from a full-size washer. The 20 lb capacity is generous enough for small family loads and can accommodate thick towels or a pair of comforters in a single run. The 36.2-inch height is taller than the Intergreat (31.5 inches) and most portable washers, which may or may not suit your storage arrangement. No spin speed is published, which is a notable omission when comparing how wet clothes will be coming out. Without that figure, you cannot estimate how long a dryer cycle will take after washing.
What buyers say
A perfect 5.0 average from 3 reviews is positive in the sense that no one has complained, but it carries little predictive weight. Early reviews on new products tend to come from buyers who specifically sought out the model and had favorable expectations. Zero reported monthly purchases means there is minimal organic demand data to compare against. The Giantex EP21684's 4.2 stars from 15,200 buyers is a much more reliable benchmark for what a 20 lb portable washer can realistically deliver.
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Borcolo XQB200-GREY9 truly fully automatic?
Yes. It fills from a connected faucet hose, runs through wash, rinse, and spin automatically, and drains through an included outlet hose. You do not need to manually add water or transfer clothes between cycles.
Why is this machine priced so much higher than the Giantex EP21684?
The Borcolo is fully automatic; the Giantex is semi-automatic. Fully automatic portables cost more because they include a water inlet valve and drain pump. Whether that convenience is worth the $180 price difference depends on how much you value not having to manage water manually.
Will this washer connect to a standard bathroom or kitchen faucet?
Most portable washers of this type use a universal quick-connect adapter to attach to standard faucet aerator threads. The listing does not specify whether an adapter is included, so confirm with the seller before purchase to avoid needing to source one separately.