My old washer died so after comparing washer brands and models in person at the store, and after looking at many reviews, I chose this Hotpoint washer. I have had several over the years and they last me a long time. This one gets my clothes way cleaner than the old machine that died. It was not a Hotpoint. I also have a Hotpoint companion dryer that so far has lasted for 11 years and still looks and works perfectly. I will now stick with Hotpoint.