When I chose the Samsung 4.1 top loader washing machine, I assumed it was probably smaller than all of the other models, which I didn't mind because there's only 2 people in the house. Sometimes I do my daughter's laundry to help her out, between her and her 2 children, their loads are not very big either. However, I was so wrong. I am blown away by how big the tub is! I have owned washers in the past that were "heavy duty" or "super load sized" but none of them were as big as this one! The first time I used it, I sorted loads first like I always do. Then I opened the lid to throw a load in, and couldn't believe my eyes! I can EASILY do double the size of loads I was doing in my last washer! I LOVE it!