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\n\nWith all the content available online these days, it can be hard to figure out what’s real and what’s hype. While we don’t always have the answers, we have a direct line to people who do — which is why we present to you our series The Internet Made Me Ask, where we have experts break down the truth about some of the buzziest trends on our timelines, like how often you should wash jeans.
\n\nIf you’ve ever lived in a studio apartment, a small house, or a place without laundry hookups, you’ve probably eyed a portable washer and dryer online at least once. They promise the convenience of in-unit laundry without the space (or plumbing) a full-size setup demands. But do these smaller appliances actually get your clothes clean? And what about the drain on your plumbing and electricity, not to mention the bills?
\n\nI spoke with appliance experts to find out what portable washers and dryers can realistically do, where they fall short, and whether they’re worth the investment.
\n\nThe short answer is yes…
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