Product review (1 stars): Was great at first, then crapped out
I really love this Panda washer, I own the XPB27 (the light blue model with spin basket). One of the primary reasons I chose this washer over the rest, is that I can see inside of it. Not only is it cool to watch your clothes spin around, but I can have peace of mind in knowing that my washer isn't growing nasties or sediment inside. It's much easier to clean thoroughly, over something with a drum. I'm very picky about mold, so when I'm done using the washer, I put a mini fan inside to help ensure the machine airs all the way out.

I have the washer set on my bathroom counter, and point the drain hose into the sink when it's time to empty. The drain hose empties very fast, but not fast enough to overflow your sink.. it's very well engineered. I use 5-gallon buckets to fill about 2-3 gallons of water, the buckets also double as a tote for my laundry when I need to move them to the dryer.

I fill the washer a little over halfway with clothes inside. If you fill it too high, water will start to gush out of the drain hose. I wish the drain hose was a little longer so that it could retain slightly more water, but the motor may not like this idea. The top edges are not completely sealed, you will see small drips here and there, but this is not a big deal.

The spin basket is too small for serious use. Only holds about 1 item at best. Sometimes you can get two to fit, but the washer will usually walk after that. I spin for about 20 seconds and then move on to the next clothing.

The washer may be a hassle to use, it's semi-automatic meaning the water has to be filled and emptied by you, but this is not a dealbreaker for me and I'll explain why. Many of the automatic 250$ washers are missing a second rinse cycle, a very important feature to me. With this portable washer, I can do as many rinses as I want.

Another reason I chose this washer, is that it's much easier on the wallet to replace if it goes out. I also bought a 3-year Assurant Solutions warranty for only $8.. not bad!

If this washer was made 50-75% larger, with a MUCH larger spin basket, extra powerful motor, and was made automatic with at least 2 rinse cycles, this product could be a formidable beast in the portable washer scene. For 2016 though, I am very content with the XPB27 :D

EDIT 4/9/2017: It leaked and stopped working altogether. Lasted about 6 months. Not sure if hot water got to it or what. From 4 stars to 1. Now to figure out how to get this thing returned, yay me.