This washing machine was not the cheapest option but I did my research and am glad I purchased this one. Easy to operate, with easy selection of a good variety of wash cycles to match what you really want to do. Great features with different washing liquid and softener settings which you can also reset if you want. Takes powder as well. Quiet and fast cycles if you want. Wash cycles are faster than previous front loaders I have used, with better results. makes its own hot water so only one connection. Quiet operation. The clothes come out cleaner and dryer (most cycles) than any machine I have used before. If you make a mistake you can turn it off and reset if you need (many other machines will not do this). easy set up and installation. I just love it, money well spent.