Customers are impressed with the 1.6 Cu. Ft. 6-Cycle Compact Top-Loading Washer's cleaning performance, quiet operation, and surprisingly large capacity for its compact size. Many appreciate the efficient spin cycle, which leaves clothes nearly dry, and the ease of use and installation. The machine's small footprint makes it ideal for apartments or smaller spaces. Overall, the positive feedback highlights its value for its price.
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Pros mentioned:
Noise level, Size
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
5stars
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I really love this Magic Chef washing machine it is bigger than what people said on the reviews I recommend this item and it's a really quiet machine
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Capacity, Noise level, Spin cycle
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great Option For Small Spaces
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My husband and I live in a small apartment. The W/D hookups are in the basement, but, I can't get down there without help and forget trying to do it carrying heavy baskets. The washing machine was quickly delivered by UPS. It fits in a space in our bathroom. The washer comes with everything needed to use it, but, we bought a Y Washing Machine Mixer hose so we could attach a hose to both the hot and cold inlets. We also used Teflon tape, to seal the connections and upgraded the inlet hose to Stainless Steel. The washer is permanently placed on an appliance dolly to make moving it to the kitchen sink easier. It hooked up to our sink easily. We use Tide Pods and drop them in before we add any items. The drum holds up to two queen-sized sheets and four standard pillowcases. Liquid fabric softener is added, while the machine is filling up for its final rinse, 12 minutes before the regular cycle ends. This washer cleans very well and is very quiet. The spinning action, after the regular 42 minute cycle, spins the clothes very dry. This makes drying the clothes in the small Magic Chef dryer easier too. This washer was a great purchase. The only regret we have is not buying it sooner.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Cleaning performance, Size, Spin cycle
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Quiet - it is not!
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Ok, so my review title may be a little bit misleading but here's the deal (and I wish other reviews had mentioned this!) The machine is awesome BUT it sounds like a jet engine as it's taking off while it's in the spin cycle. JET ENGINE. I kept wondering when my neighbors were going to come pounding on my door - and then wondered if I would even be able to hear them over the machine. Other than the spin cycle though, the machine IS pretty quiet. My new quest is to find out how to not use the spin cycle but still get most of the water out of my clothes. It's a little bigger than I had thought (my fault for not measuring) but it gets items super clean and honestly - I love it! It's big enough to take on quite a bit and I will say - with the spin cycle most things don't take long to dry and I don't have a dryer. I hang things up and simply use a fan. Without the spin cycle remains to be seen. I will note that the manual is pretty lame - I am going to go online to figure out what all the different cycles are/mean and see if anyone has ideas on how to deal with the noise issue.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Noise level, Spin cycle
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Great machine!
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I bought this to use as a portable machine that I can just hook up to my sink when I need it and it is perfect. Works really well and the other reviewers were right when they said the spin cycle gets your clothes fairly dry. It does tend to wrinkle the clothes a little because of the powerful spin. This was easy to move, easy to set up and is nice and quiet. It even has 3 beeps to alert you when the clothes are done.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Noise level, Size, Spin cycle
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Should have bought one a while ago
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I received the box and it was in great shape. I wrestled it home, unpacked it, and it had a dent. I don't really care about it as I am only really concerned about how it works. I hooked it up- manual was not very helpful but I figured it out. The sink end leaked but I went to the hardware store and got the correct faucet attachment. I hooked it up again and did laundry and it works amazingly!!! It is quieter than I thought and much bigger than I thought,. I just wish it had wheels. The wash cycle runs strong, rinse is thorough, and the spin is a very good spin- my clothes come out close to dry.
I like that I can control the water temp with the faucet and add fabric softener when I want.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Cleaning performance
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Best thing ever
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I was a little hesitant on purchasing this washer. But then I had enough courage to just buy and take a chance. Best decision ever. I have 3 kids so my laundry would get full really fast. This machine cleanes 10 x better then and expensive machine out there. It's very easy to use and washes each load 42-32-10 min . Your choice. If you live in a condo or apt and tired of leaving the house and spending tons of money. Buy this. Clothes dry better on a Rack I bought from Walmart. Great investment
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Capacity, Cleaning performance, Noise level
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great machine for small spaces and small families
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I am happily surprise with the machine. It washes well. I can fit up to 14-15 Tshirts per load or complete set of king size bed sheets... Make almost no noise.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Cleaning performance, Size
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Good
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I like the Magic Chef washer
size is perfect for me and good to save money and time.
There's a cosmetic damage on the front and side of the washer during the delivery but Best buy provided me the partial discount.
The washer working great. Like it.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Capacity, Cleaning performance
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
GREAT PURCHASE
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This washing machine is a great purchase for a family of one or two. It get the job done. Clothes are well washed. I'm very happy with this product, yes its compact, but its no different than the other larger machine when it come to the end result, which is the clothes are washed clean.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Cleaning performance, Noise level
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Very nice for a small apartment.
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I never like going to laundromat so purchasing a washing machine was always a tedious task living in an apartment. This washing machine is quiet and efficient.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Cleaning performance, Size
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
loved it
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This has been perfect for my needs. It is small enough to fit nearly anywhere in my apartment. It cleans great!!! Already recommended this to friends.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Noise level
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
It is a convenient machine for apartment
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We had to put longer hose for the water intake and drainage but other then that we love. We have it set up in our kitchen and we don't move it around a lot. It does run very nicely and it's not that loud. Let's just say for a little washer it does a great job.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Capacity
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Simple and Efficient
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This is not fancy, but I live in a small, one-bedroom apartment. The space for my washer/drier is small, so this was basically the only option that fit in the space. I definitely prefer this to using the nearby laundromat. There are also plenty of cycle options to choose from for me. Also, if the clothes are still too wet, I can run the spin cycle again to save time in the dryer!
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Perfect washer for me!
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Last October I bought an RCA washer. I sure wish I had learned to read reviews before I bought that washer! It lasted 5 months, then just stopped pumping the water out during a rinse cycle. Trying to get any English speaking help was next to impossible. It took me 2 months to finally get a refund.
I learned a valuable lesson and read reviews before deciding on this Magic Chef 1.6 cu ft portable washer. This washer is amazing! It has many different settings and cycles. It's big enough to adequately wash my king size sheets and pillow cases. Right away I noticed a small white cap missing, one that covers a screw. I contacted the phone number I found in the instruction booklet ,and was speaking to someone right here in the USA. I told him about the missing cap and he sent it out right away! Happy happy joy joy! I am very pleased to know if I have any issues in the future I will be able to contact this company without any problems.
Did I mention that this Magic Chef washer is very nice looking? That's very important when you live in a small space.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Cleaning performance, Size
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Perfect washer for small spaces
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I purchased this washer while living in a studio apartment. It's the perfect size to wash a set of queen size sheets and pillow cases. This machine is also appropriate for just a few items like when I have a small load of whites. There are many different wash cycles to choose from ranging in length of 10- 50 minutes. This washer is perfect for getting my clothes clean. It's very easy to hook up and operate. It's just as easy to unhook and conceal it when not in use. I recommend this washer for anyone looking to buy an apartment size washer. I have been using this washer almost daily, for several months with no issues. I am very satisfied with my purchase.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Size
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Good quality washer
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I love this washer. It's good for a small apartments that dont have any W/D hookups. Only bad thing about it was that there were some dings and cracked pieces inside when I unboxed it. I wish UPS could have been more careful in handling it.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Nice small washer
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The washing machine is very good for washing small loads. It has different washing cycles and rinses well. It was a good investment, I wish I would have gotten one sooner. The only downside is the hoses are not very long.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Spin cycle
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
The best ever
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It is great washing machine
I live in an apartment I use it ever day no loud noises even in the spin cycle
I advice ever one to have this great washing machine
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Cleaning performance
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
I love the simplicity of it
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Although this machine is small, I am able to do what would be equal to a medium size load in standard machines. It cleans well and is "water thrifty".
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Cleaning performance
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great washer for the $
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This is a best buy for its price. I am surprised with it myself. Very happy with the purchase. Works great with its price.