Nice design and quite. it takes a lot of space but is water efficient. cleans well, especially whites. Uses little soap. It is good to get extended warranty as this new technology can break down due to the high cost of electronics. This washer like many of it competitors take lots of space. Not good in a small apartment. They also must be planned on a solid foundation as they vibrated if not. Also the water pipes must be tightly fitted along the walls as they can vibrate when the machine starts. When it starts the water starts and stop often in the pre soak and this causes the pipes to vibrate...