As long as you follow the directions on how to load the drum you will not be displeased. 3 hours max - 4 hours for jeans and work pants and that quick wash will be done in two hours! I am obsessed! When you grab the clothes out they feel damp - just take em out they are dry! It's like magic. Highly recommend this unit - we use it in our RV! Don't mind the photo- you can't place anything on top of this unit, the towels were placed there before I got to that part of the manual!