So this is my 2nd portable washing machine-last one purchased by different manufacturer&company. Anyway I purchased this brand as it had a higher capacity for a wash load and drying which I desperately needed. We tested it upon arrival by washing some hoodies. Washed well and also spun hoodies individually well. The pipes are a bit short so we had to finagle by adding the pipes from the old washer to fill and drain! The cord is also short so an extension cord was needed! Hoping this one will last longer than our last one! Kept the shipping box just in case!