I purchased this item to replace an older GE washer I had for nearly 12 years. The old washer went, probably because I overloaded it one too many times, it would have lasted another 12 had I been a bit more careful. This washer has a larger capacity, many more features and was lighter and easier to move. Set up was easy and it is simple to operate once you digest the control panel. Very happy with this and hope to have it for a long time to come.