Product review (5 stars): Good Washer for the Effort
Unlike most people I find that I like this item a lot. Sure it takes some work (agitating/spin cycle) and a bit larger wouldn't be bad but overall I like to use this product. On a usual wash I can clean up to 10 shirts (weeks worth plus some) and a little less for something like jeans. I know the other reviews say that it is a lot of work but I can't imagine what process you're going through to were you're out of breath using this machine. As for time it takes ~30 mins if you're paranoid but less is fine. It cleans just the same as a regular washer (people have to pre-treat stains for mechanical washers too) and saves on energy, space, money, and helps out the environment. I really don't know why you wouldn't get this to AT LEAST supplement your current washer (I use it for everything).