I purchased this particular model because I wanted a large washing machine that had an agitator. Other people who purchased this model seemed to be extremely happy, so I made my choice. This is a great machine and my only issue, is that at 5'4", I am a little short to get the items at the bottom once they have been washed. I use a grabber for those items. However, this model washes clothes well and is efficient and if I had to do it all over again, I would purchase this same model again.