This washer was to replace one of the same model that we used for numerous years. The previous unit was so good that we wanted the same model for our replacement. Granted, the new model has a few bells and whistles that the earlier model didn't but everything new has a very good addition. One addition was the the water level selector has a new setting of "Auto." Now, there is no concern for the water level. We were very pleased with the earlier model and, so far, are more than pleased with our new washer.