We finally gave up on our 4 year-old LG Tromm front loader. It was one stinky problem after another. We wanted a top-loader (by the way, washers shouldnt need something to make them smell better!). Maytag by far had the best reviews, one after another. This machine was too new for reviews, but we thought it would be a good bet, and it has been. Clothes are clean, and the spin cycle really gets out the excess water. It is so nice to not to crouch down to get my clothes out of the washer. Very happy with purchase. FYI we did buy a service contract- anything can be a dud. Our last machine was proof enough- for 130 bucks it is worth it.