I really like the easy lift it is simple to operate and makes stacking and unloading the lower basket easier on the back (less bending over). The dishwasher is quiet compared to our last one and so far we've found the short (30 min) P5 program is fine. I wasn't sure I would like the air dry feature but now I'm used to it its great - at the end of the cycle the door opens and powers off the machine and the dishes are dry in the morning.