I have had this unit only a week now and so far so good.  The first load I did I used the precise fill and when I checked the clothes the cloths on the top were not completely wet so for me I have been using the small/medium/large water load size.  I do not find this unit to be overwhelmingly loud at all.  As for the dryer, as many mentioned, it would be nice to have a buzzer notification when the dryer is done.  I have a timer set as my buzzer.  I researched many washer/dryer combo units and this product had the best ratings of them all.  very pleased so far.  so far so good!!